Senator Flynn Announces District-Wide RACP Awards, Bringing Over $28 Million in Funding to Development Projects Across Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties

November 1, 2024

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.