Twenty-three projects, focusing on sports, education, youth, public safety, veterans, and outdoor improvements to mention a cross section, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County Commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $112,450. The public-private partnership investment for 2018 is $1,113,516.
The Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013. It represents the “last mile” funding to help bring the initiatives to fruition. The overall public-private investment since its inception is $5,693,350.
“These projects represent our continued commitment to our residents, neighborhoods, and economic growth. It continues to enhance the overall expansion of our communities and generates valuable revenue for contractors and local businesses who supply labor and materials. Community Re-Invest has been a vital tool for getting projects ‘over the finish line’,” explained Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley.
“Community Re-Invest is a vital element in our economic development strategy. Since it was initiated, it has helped to reshape our area,” said Commissioner Jerry Notarianni.
“The program affords us an opportunity to give back and trigger new growth in Lackawanna County. I am proud to play a role in supporting worthwhile projects up and down our valley,” noted Commissioner Laureen A. Cummings.
“I want to commend the Commissioners for their support of these highly visible projects,” noted George Kelly, the County’s Director of Economic Development. “The initiatives have improved the quality of life of all of our communities. Committing funding for Community Re-Invest in 2019 signals their continued pledge for further growth and expansion in Lackawanna County.”
The projects that were approved during this round of funding include:
Applicant: HOLY ROSARY CENTER
Project Description: Replace bleachers at the center’s gymnasium.
Total Project Cost: $27,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: AMERICAN LEGION POST 568 (MINOOKA)
Project Description: Community hall upgrades, including lighting and drop ceiling replacement.
Total Project Cost: $5,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: DICKSON CITY BOROUGH
Project Description: Replacement of Civic Center’s gym divider curtain.
Total Project Cost: $12,190
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: E. B. JERMYN LODGE/FOP
Project Description: Kitchen renovations include new electrical wiring, light fixtures, ceiling, and floor along with replacing the garage door with a wall.
Total Project Cost: $8,750
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: EUREKA HOSE CO. #4 (OLYPHANT)
Project Description: Repair of concrete floor cracks and reconstruction of floor drains for the area housing the fire apparatus.
Total Project Cost: $10,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: GREATER SCRANTON YMCA
Project Description: Major repairs and upgrades to the facility’s two pools. One pool is over 50 years old and the second is over 20 years old.
Total Project Cost: $447,780
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: VETERANS RESOURCE COALITION
Project Description: Funding to sponsor a “Leashes for Love” activity (handmade custom leashes for animal shelters fundraising) of which five seats for the event will be held for veterans.
Total Project Cost: $5,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: OLYPHANT BOROUGH
Project Description: Erection of a stainless steel Freedom Fighter statue to honor the 21st century soldier with a bench.
Total Project Cost: $60,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: MAYFIELD HOSE CO. #1
Project Description: This is a request for additional funds for the original CRP grant of $8,000 to complete the project to bring the restrooms to ADA compliance.
Total Project Cost: $23,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: QUEEN CITY HOSE CO. #8 (OLYPHANT)
Project Description: Replacement of fire station’s lighting system.
Total Project Cost: $5,578
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: DISCOVERY MI PRESCHOOL
Project Description: Expansion of facility to add third classroom to meet demand of increasing enrollment.
Total Project Cost: $173,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: BENTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Project Description: Purchase a new lawn mower for the little league field and improve the field’s drainage.
Total Project Cost: $7,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
Project Description: Remove bell tower and repair roof due to rain infiltration.
Total Project Cost: $5,200
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: OLYPHANT BOROUGH
Project Description: Purchase and install a new scoreboard at the borough’s softball field on E. Grant Street.
Total Project Cost: $6,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER
Project Description: Phase II of renovations to therapy center, including handicap accessibility, plumbing and electrical work.
Total Project Cost: $232,643
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: MINOOKA ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Project Description: Purchase a new lawn mower for the baseball fields. The current one is 22 years old.
Total Project Cost: $5,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: FELL TOWNSHIP
Project Description: Construct an outdoor stage resembling a coal breaker, repair the concrete wall, and construct a handicapped accessible entrance on the Froble Street side.
Total Project Cost: $12,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: VICTOR ALFIERI SOCIETY (SCRANTON)
Project Description: Building façade improvements, including new windows, new awning, lighting, and signage.
Total Project Cost: $7,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: BLAKELY BOROUGH
Project Description: Purchase a four-sided, electric post clock for the intersection of Main & Hospital Streets as part of the Main Street revitalization project.
Total Project Cost: $17,632
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: FELITTESE ASSOCIATION (OLD FORGE)
Project Description: Renovation to the festival grounds, including paving, patching sidewalks, and renovations to the kitchen building.
Total Project Cost: $17,537
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
Applicant: LACKAWANNA RIVER CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
Project Description: Phase 2 electrical system replacement at the newly acquired River House (LRCA offices) on N. Main Avenue (formerly The First Christian Church rectory).
Total Project Cost: $10,206
Amount from CRP Program: $4,950
Applicant: JASON CORAZZI MEMORIAL DOG PARK (ARCHBALD)
Project Description: Phase 3 construction of a Time Out section, including fencing, gravel, benches, and plants.
Total Project Cost: $2,500
Amount from CRP Program: $2,500
Applicant: WHITMORE HOSE CO. (MAYFIELD)
Project Description: Roof replacement on the fire station, including new shingles and gutters.
Total Project Cost: $12,600
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
