HARRISBURG — More than $1.3 million in state funding will help two projects in the Perkiomen and Upper Perkiomen valleys.
Pennsburg Borough was awarded $847,850 to renovate the current borough hall and adjacent public works garage.
Borough hall renovations include roof repair and replacement, window replacement and improved exterior lighting. Improvements to the garage include new overhead doors and openers, new gas overhead heating, a new interior office with a break room, storage room, office and restroom, and the construction of a new salt shed.
Pugliese Brothers Inc. was awarded $500,000 to transform the historic Old National Bank of Schwenksville into a multipurpose retail campus. Key components include the restoration of the existing structure to preserve its architectural heritage, as well as the construction of an addition. The interior will be renovated to accommodate a restaurant/brewpub and a coffee shop.
“This funding will provide vital support to projects that will renovate and transform properties in Pennsburg and Schwenksville,” state Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, R-24th Dist., said in a press release announcing the grants. “Keeping our municipal buildings up to date, revitalizing Main Streets and preserving historic buildings are crucial components to maintaining thriving communities. I’m very happy to announce this support.”
The funds were awarded through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program, which is administered by the Office of the Budget for the acquisition and construction of regional economic, cultural, civic, recreational and historical improvement projects.
