Congressman Mike Kelly is asking for nearly $15 million in federal funding to come back to Butler County as part of the Community Project Funding program.
The annual funding requests are a part of the federal budget process when local projects are awarded grants.
Kelly is moving forward with asking for financial assistance with six different community projects in Butler County. They range from infrastructure projects to assisting with new fire equipment.
View the full list of requests at ButlerRadio.com.
Kelly made 20 requests on behalf of the 16th Congressional District, which spans from Butler County north.
BUTLER COUNTY
Project: Connoquenessing Volunteer Fire Company Engine Replacement
Recipient: Connoquenessing Volunteer Fire Company
Address of Recipient: 180 Main Street, PO Box 242, Connoquenessing, PA 16027.
Amount: $1,325,000
Benefits: The project supports the replacement of the Connoquenessing Volunteer Fire Company fire engine. The current first due engine and first due rescue vehicle are 30 and 15 years old respectively, which exceeds National Fire Protection Association standards for service life and safety. Replacing these two aging vehicles with a single fully equipped combination fire rescue engine saves money and ensures faster response times with a full crew of firefighters and rescue technicians. Furthermore, deploying a modern vehicle that meets current standards is essential for the safety of volunteer fire personnel.
Project: Brush/Utility Truck
Recipient: The Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company
Address of Recipient: 313 East Mercer Street Harrisville, PA 16038
Amount: $300,000
Benefits: This project supports the Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company in acquiring a new brush/utility truck. The current vehicle’s mechanical issues have compromised its reliability. This acquisition will provide the community with a dependable resource and improve response times, decreasing the reliance on neighboring fire companies.
Project: Groundwater Treatment Improvements
Recipient: Chicora Borough
Address of Recipient: 111 Water Street, Chicora Borough, Pennsylvania, 16205
Amount: $1,232,000
Benefits: This project will replace the existing water filtration system and associated equipment in Chicora Borough. The current water filtration system is antiquated and requires upgrades to maintain compliance with safe drinking water regulations.
Project: Bed Innovation and Safety Project
Recipient: Butler Memorial Hospital
Address of Recipient: One Hospital Way, Butler, PA, 16001
Amount: $2,500,000.00
Benefits: This project upgrades hospital equipment to improve patient care, reduce complications, and lower overall healthcare costs. By improving patient outcomes and reducing preventable adverse events, the project can lower avoidable healthcare costs borne by public programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. It also strengthens local access to care, supports emergency preparedness, and sustains a major regional employer and economic anchor. Investing in safe, modern hospital infrastructure protects community health, enhances operational efficiency, and delivers measurable value to taxpayers by preventing more costly problems in the future.
Project: Route 19 Waterline Replacement Project
Recipient: Cranberry Township
Address of Recipient: 2525 Rochester Road, Cranberry Township, PA, 16066
Amount: $2,521,535.00
Benefits: This project replaces aging, failure-prone infrastructure along a key commercial corridor, ensuring reliable water service for residents and businesses. By completing a previously funded multi-phase effort, it helps prevent costly emergency repairs, protects public health and safety, and supports continued economic activity.
Project: US 422 Shawood Pipe – MPMS #83611
Recipient: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation – District 10
Address of Recipient: 2550 Oakland Ave Route 286 South, Indiana, PA, 15701
Amount: $7,000,000.00
Benefits: The project involves major highway construction at the US 422/I-79 interchange to fix critical infrastructure issues. It will replace a collapsed drainage pipe and improve slope stability in areas with unstable soil. The work is planned over two construction seasons and will move forward through an approved contractor to improve safety and long-term roadway reliability.
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