“I’m grateful that the Biden Administration shares my commitment to supporting the diverse businesses and industries that power our economy in Pennsylvania while simultaneously creating new, good-paying jobs,” said Gov. Wolf. “This is a $3.8 million investment in a successful future for these communities.”
The $3.8 million investment is part of the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s $300 million Coal Communities Commitment Program to support coal communities in their pandemic recovery, create new jobs and opportunities, and expand industry sectors.
Bedford County is receiving $2.6 million to construct a 24,000-square foot, multi-tenant building at Bedford County Business Park to support manufacturing businesses.
The grant is generating a $640,000 local investment and expected to create 46 jobs and retain 36 jobs.
Juniata College in Huntingdon County is receiving $1.2 million to renovate and expand the capacity of their Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership.
The expansion will provide new space to be used by several diverse local businesses. Matched with $290,000 locally, the project is expected to create or retain 25 jobs.
Visit the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Coal Communities Commitment Program webpage for more information on this program.
[Posted: March 31, 2022] PA Environment Digest
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