BOSCOLA ANNOUNCES $290,000 IN CONSERVATION GRANTS

BETHLEHEM (Jun 20) – State Senator Lisa M. Boscola announced today that the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has awarded two grants within the 18^th Senatorial District through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (CCPP). 

Northampton County, in cooperation with Wildlands Conservancy, has been awarded $250,000 for land acquisition for watershed habitat protection in Upper Mount Bethel Township and Whitehall Township has been awarded $40,000 for the renovation of existing Ironton rail trail to include ADA accessibility, landscaping, paving and other improvements.

“With the help of DCNR, there is the ability to partner in a local initiative to improve the quality of life in our community,” Boscola said.  “It is important for us to protect and restore our environment now so future generations can enjoy it years to come.”

The CCPP program is administered by DCNR’s Bureau of Recreation and Conservation to provide financial and technical assistance to local governments, rail and trail organizations, land trusts and other non-profits for park, recreation, conservation and greenway projects. 

“I am always pleased when state funds find their way to the Lehigh Valley – we all stand to benefit.”

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