Rep. Tim Twardzik and Sen. Dave Argall announced on Mar. 9 that the City of Pottsville has received a $100,000 Keystone Communities grant to support the Pottsville Greenways project.
The funding is intended to help build a connector trail from JFK Park to the Pottsville Area School District, linking into the existing 9/11 Trail and improving recreational access for residents. The project aims to enhance community health, recreation, and quality of life.
“This grant will help bring the Pottsville Greenways project to life, creating safe, accessible trails that connect our parks, schools and neighborhoods,” Twardzik said. “It’s an investment in our community’s health, recreation and quality of life for residents of all ages.”
Argall said, “Investments like this help continue the positive momentum we’re seeing in Pottsville. By improving connections between parks, schools, businesses and neighborhoods, the Pottsville Greenways project will enhance recreation opportunities and strengthen the city for years to come.”
The grant comes from a statewide program through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development that supports local revitalization projects. The city will manage the project with phase I supported by both public funds and approximately $25,000 in private contributions.
Argall has provided constituent services through offices in various Pennsylvania locations, assisting with state-agency issues and community initiatives according to the official website. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and international studies from Lycoming College as well as a doctorate in public administration from Pennsylvania State University according to the official website. Argall has emphasized support for working-class communities through legislation aimed at revitalizing older industrial neighborhoods as noted on his official website. He also chaired the Senate Majority Policy Committee overseeing legislative hearings on issues such as education funding according to his official website. Argall serves in the Pennsylvania Senate representing the 29th District according to his official website. He traces his roots to families of Cornish, Welsh and German farmers, coal miners and factory workers according to his official website.
