Senator Flynn celebrates significant Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) awards to projects in his district.
Scranton, PA – November 1, 2024 − Senator Flynn is proud to announce the award of district-wide Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants, totaling over $28 million, to support transformative projects throughout Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties. These state-backed grants represent a substantial investment in local economic development, infrastructure, healthcare, and educational improvements, impacting numerous communities across the district.
“These district-wide RACP awards are critical to fostering growth, creating jobs, and revitalizing our communities,” said Senator Flynn. “The funded projects will bring much-needed upgrades, expansions, and new facilities that enhance the quality of life for residents while boosting the local economy.”
Lackawanna County
- 105 Corner Street, Dunmore, PA
- Beneficiary: Hoofty Holdings, LLC
- Awarded: $1,000,000
- Description: Funding will support hard construction costs for building stabilization, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Alsqstop Real Estate Development, Dunmore
- Beneficiary: Alsqstop Real Estate LLC
- Awarded: $500,000
- Description: This grant will aid in excavation, site preparation, and construction of a new hotel facility with event space, enhancing connectivity to major highways.
- Drinker Street Towers
- Beneficiary: Drinker Street Towers LLC
- Awarded: $2,000,000
- Description: Funding for a five-story living and retail facility, including utilities, parking, and on-site management.
- Fellowship House Improvements
- Beneficiary: Fellowship House Foundation
- Awarded: $250,000
- Description: This project will provide interior and exterior upgrades to increase client capacity and accessibility with a new elevator.
- Fidelity Bank Headquarters III
- Beneficiary: Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank
- Awarded: $5,000,000
- Description: Complete renovation of the historic Scranton Electric Building to create office headquarters, covering structural, electrical, and fire safety improvements.
- Glenburn Township Public Service Building
- Beneficiary: Glenburn Township
- Awarded: $600,000
- Description: Funding supports the construction of a public service building for township maintenance operations.
- Mid Valley School District STEAM Expansion
- Beneficiary: Mid Valley School District
- Awarded: $2,500,000
- Description: Grant will create a STEAM learning center, converting existing offices into spaces for Biomedical Technology and related programs.
- PNC Field Improvement
- Beneficiary: Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority of Lackawanna County
- Awarded: $500,000
- Description: Stadium improvements to meet MLB standards, including team and umpire area upgrades.
- West Scranton Redevelopment
- Beneficiary: West Scranton Development Partners, LLC
- Awarded: $2,500,000
- Description: A mixed-use commercial development project to revitalize North Main Avenue in West Scranton.
Luzerne County
- Carey Holdings Redevelopment
- Beneficiary: Carey Holdings LLC
- Awarded: $2,500,000
- Description: Transformation of an abandoned school into a mixed-use facility, with new apartments, community amenities, and storefronts.
- Interstate Building Materials Expansion II
- Beneficiary: Interstate Building Materials Inc.
- Awarded: $1,500,000
- Description: Addition of a second story and parking upgrades to support expanded operations at the facility.
- Irem Temple Restoration III
- Beneficiary: Irem Temple Restoration Project, Inc.
- Awarded: $1,000,000
- Description: Historic restoration to convert the Irem Temple Building into an event space and museum, celebrating Wyoming Valley’s heritage.
- Kings College Student Success Center II
- Beneficiary: King’s College
- Awarded: $750,000
- Description: Renovation of the college library’s first floor, focusing on structural improvements to support a student success center.
- Pittston City Mixed Use Parkade
- Beneficiary: City of Pittston
- Awarded: $4,000,000
- Description: A four-level mixed-use parking garage with green spaces and EV charging stations.
- RC Theatres Downtown Stabilization
- Beneficiary: City Centre, LP
- Awarded: $250,000
- Description: Extensive interior renovations for RC Theatres, including new seating to enhance downtown Wilkes-Barre’s entertainment offerings.
- Wilkes University Nursing Simulation
- Beneficiary: Wilkes University
- Awarded: $750,000
- Description: Construction of a state-of-the-art nursing simulation lab to drive quality healthcare education.
- Wright Center Health City Hub, Wilkes-Barre
- Beneficiary: The Wright Center for Community Health
- Awarded: $2,000,000
- Description: Expansion of behavioral health and oral services to better serve the community’s health needs.
- WVIA Facility Upgrade and New Addition II
- Beneficiary: Northeastern Pennsylvania Educational Television Association
- Awarded: $750,000
- Description: Facility improvements, including a new garage, access road, and roof replacement, enhancing public broadcasting services.