HARRISBURG: Sen. Tracy Pennycuick today announced grants that were recently awarded through the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) to protect open space, improve parks and playgrounds, and expand trail networks across Berks and Montgomery counties.
“Investing in our outdoor spaces and recreational facilities is so important to our communities, in addition to protecting our watersheds and natural areas,” said Pennycuick. “I was happy to support these grants to ensure our open spaces are available for use now and for future generations to enjoy.”
Since the C2P2 program began,?more than 440,000 acres?have been permanently protected in Pennsylvania,?40 percent of local parks?have received funding, and over 90 percent of Pennsylvanians live in a municipality with at least one DCNR grant project.
A complete list?of C2P2 grants awarded by county is available here (opens in a new tab).
In Berks and Montgomery counties, grants were awarded to the following entities:
Lower Salford Township, $1,794,000, Payment towards the acquisition of approximately 57.08 acres for open space preservation in Harleysville.
Pottstown Borough, $250,000, Redevelopment of Pollock Park in Pottstown Borough to include construction of pedestrian walkways and parking area; installation of play equipment with required safety surfacing, stormwater management measures and fencing; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.
Pottstown Metropolitan Regional Planning Committee, $100,000, Coordinate and fund the 2027 Pottstown Regional Park Improvement mini-grant program.
Towamencin Township, $250,000, for further development of Towamencin Veterans Memorial Park to include construction of internal loop trail, pedestrian walkway, stormwater management measures, access drive and parking area; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.
Trappe Borough, $100,000, Rehabilitation of Sisca Park in Trappe Borough to include installation of shade structures; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.
Washington Township, $199,000, Rehabilitation of Washington Township Park to include construction of pedestrian walkways; installation of playground equipment with required safety surfacing; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.
The PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) provides grants to support local recreation and conservation projects, enhancing community access to outdoor spaces and promoting environmental stewardship.
CONTACT: Sean Drakeley – (215) 541-2388