Gaydos Announces Funding for Key Infrastructure, Community Projects in 44th District

February 3, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) today announced 10 projects in the 44th Legislative District have been awarded more than $1.4 million in state grant funding from the Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund (GEDTF). These funds will support essential infrastructure upgrades, public safety enhancements and community improvements throughout the district.

Gaydos worked with Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-Allegheny) to secure the funding.

“I’m excited to see these critical projects moving forward with state support,” said Gaydos.
“These investments will improve our local infrastructure, enhance public safety and provide opportunities for residents to thrive. Whether it’s improving roads, upgrading fire stations or enhancing recreational spaces, these projects are a direct reflection of the needs of our communities. I’m proud to help bring these resources home.”

The following projects in the 44th District were awarded funding:

• Aleppo Township: $100,000 for the construction of a retaining wall for the Rhodes Avenue landslide project.
• Glenn Osborne: $100,000 for the installation of cured-in-place pipelining to replace old sanitary sewer pipes, as well as sewer inlet replacements and repairs.
• Leet Township: $19,909 for the replacement of the Big Sewickley Creek Road water line.
• Leet Township: $220,800 for renovations to two borough buildings.
• Findlay Township: $500,000 for expansion of the Imperial Volunteer Fire Department station.
• Moon Township: $50,000 for improvements to the Moon Park amphitheater.
• Sewickley Borough: $150,000 for sewer system repairs.
• Sewickley Borough: $250,000 for the installation of a new UV system to replace old tanks.
• Sewickley Borough: $20,000 for post office renovations, including ADA parking, sidewalks and infrastructure upgrades for a new elevator.
• Sewickley Hills Borough: $20,000 for park improvements which include the construction of a concrete walking path around a designated field.

These grants are part of the GEDTF program, which is funded by the state tax assessed on slot games at casinos. The program supports projects that promote local development and enhance public services, with an emphasis on infrastructure, job training, community improvements, and public safety.

Representative Valerie Gaydos
44th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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