LSA Grant Applications for City and Community Projects
Wilkes-Barre
Summary
City Council reviewed and authorized multiple Luzerne County Local Share Assessment grant applications supporting Public Square Phase 3, City Hall renovations, local non-profits, and public works facilities.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Secures over $1.5 million in potential external grant funding for various municipal and community projects.
Wilkes-Barre residents, local non-profits, and city employees utilizing improved municipal facilities.
Taxpayers who might prefer municipal funds spent on everyday city services rather than a tourism gamble.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Wilkes-Barre Council approves LSA applications for Irem Temple project, others
Wilkes-Barre City Council at its regular session Thursday approved another round of Local Share Assessment (LSA) grant applications. If approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, the grants would fund various city and community projects, inclu...
Hazleton approves land sale for $1.3 million mine tour
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The City of Hazleton is looking to turn the former Ollie's Bargain Outlet store into a mine tour. The city council approved the land sale four to one at its meeting earlier this week. The city plans to purchase ...
City Council - Sep 22, 2026
City Council reviewed and authorized multiple Luzerne County Local Share Assessment grant applications supporting Public Square Phase 3, City Hall renovations, local non-profits, and public works facilities.
New State funding helps local businesses, daycare centers in Wilkes-Barre
New State funding helps local businesses, daycare centers in Wilkes-Barre WNEP
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