Three projects in the 150th Legislative District will benefit from $1.6 million in state grants recently awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Community Conservation Partnership Program.
Here are the recipients and the amounts awarded:
• Upper Providence Township — $362,500: This grant will support the development of Taylor Park. Planned work includes the construction of an internal loop trail and parking area, ensuring ADA accessibility, adding landscaping, and installing signage and other related site improvements.
• Lower Providence Township — $242,900: Funding will go toward the rehabilitation and further development of Redtail Park. The project encompasses renovating the parking area, constructing a comfort station, adding pedestrian walkways, and developing an internal loop trail. Additional improvements will ensure ADA accessibility, install utilities, and enhance landscaping.
• Pennsylvania Horticultural Society — $1 million: This grant will support efforts to coordinate urban and community forestry initiatives in the city of Philadelphia and southeastern Pennsylvania. Activities include tree planting and stewardship programs that engage communities in Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, fostering environmental sustainability and community resilience.
“These grants will bring tremendous benefits to our communities by enhancing recreational spaces, promoting conservation, and creating a healthier environment for residents to enjoy,” said state Rep. Joe Webster, a Democrat who was recently reelected to represent the 150th District. “Investments like these help make our neighborhoods more vibrant, sustainable, and connected. I am grateful for DCNR’s support and look forward to seeing these projects enrich our region.”
The 150th Legislative District includes Collegeville, Trappe, Lower and Upper Providence, and part of West Norriton along the Schuylkill River. Webster serves on the House Appropriations, Environmental Resources & Energy, Finance, State Government, and Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness committees.
The Community Conservation Partnership Program.provides grants and technical assistance to municipalities, land conservancies, and non-profit organizations to plan, acquire, and develop a variety of recreational, park, and conservation facilities. Supported project areas include greenways and trails, watersheds, heritage sites, and critical habitats. The program’s initiatives align with DCNR’s mission to protect water quality, boost tourism, improve physical and mental health, and strengthen community ties through enhanced green spaces.
