State and local officials in Bucks County have announced new funding for a series of pedestrian safety and water infrastructure projects. The investments come from the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Multimodal Transportation Fund and the PA Small Water and Sewer Program.
Bensalem Township will receive $285,397 to replace an old bridge on Newport Mews Drive. Northampton Township is set to get over $1.1 million to complete phase 3 of the Village of Richboro Sidewalk initiative, aiming to make walking safer for residents. Warwick Township will be granted $825,394 to improve pedestrian infrastructure along Almshouse Road, which is expected to provide safer routes for families and community members.
The CFA’s Multimodal Transportation Fund supports efforts across Pennsylvania that seek to improve transportation infrastructure and encourage economic growth.
Several projects have also been selected for funding through the CFA’s PA Small Water and Sewer Program. The Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority will receive $178,500 for an emergency backup generator at Forest Glen Pump Station #2. Northampton Township has been allocated $364,027 for the Tanner Estates Basin Retrofit. The Northampton Bucks County Municipal Authority will use $496,664 for a sewer lateral lining project. Middletown Township is receiving $278,370 for drainage improvements on Richardson Avenue, while Lower Southampton Township will get $259,182 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation at Station ‘C’.
Senator Frank Farry stated, “I am committed to supporting the safety of our communities and am pleased we were able to secure the funding for these important projects that will create safer neighborhoods and improve the quality of life for our residents.”
Representative Kristin Marcell added, “These projects address specific needs in our communities by improving infrastructure and upgrading essential systems. I was glad to work with Sen. Farry to support these initiatives and help secure funding that will enhance safety and add to our quality of life across Bucks County.”
Representative K.C. Tomlinson said, “I was happy to work with Sen. Farry on this. This project was a must, given that this bridge gives access to and from a development. These repairs will ensure that roughly 300 residents will be able to go to and from their homes.”
Representative Joe Hogan commented, “By working together, Sen. Farry and I were able to secure these funds. These projects are going to save the local taxpayer and ratepayer money while improving our critical sewer and stormwater infrastructure for safer and healthier communities.”
According to officials, these water infrastructure upgrades are designed to improve stormwater management and sewer reliability in order to support long-term sustainability in local areas.
The CFA operates as an independent agency within the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.
