State Rep. Timothy R. Bonner | Pennsylvania House of Representatives
State Rep. Timothy R. Bonner | Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Today, Representative Tim Bonner announced a significant state grant of over $1.5 million for the development of the Mercer County Agricultural and Conservation Community Learning Center in Coolspring Township. The facility is strategically located near the Mercer County Career Center.
The grant aims to establish a community center that will offer educational opportunities in modern agriculture, environmental conservation, and related fields. It will provide an inclusive space equipped for education, catering also to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the center will offer broadband internet access to county residents for activities such as job searches and telehealth services.
“The efforts of Mercer County’s commissioners, including Chairwoman Ann Colemen and commissioners Bill Finley and Tim McGonigle, as well as Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50), greatly assisted in delivering this funding for Mercer County,” said Bonner. “It is my objective to constantly be supportive of projects which promote the education, health and well-being of our residents, and this project will exceed that goal.”
The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority through the Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program under the America Rescue Plan Act of 2021. This program provides $45 million in competitive grants to community anchor institutions and local government units for various community projects.
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