PITTSBURGH, PA – Today, Senator Jay Costa announces $11 Million in RACP funding benefitting Senate District 43.
“I am so proud to live in a community with organizations doing incredible work to improve the lives of our friends and neighbors, and I’m honored to do my part to deliver the resources to keep them going,” said Senator Costa. “I look forward to seeing these critical projects come to fruition and continue to beautify Pittsburgh and Allegheny County.”
With State Representative Dan Frankel, Senator Costa announces that Temple Sinai in Pittsburgh City was awarded $1,000,000 for system maintenance and repairs. Some of the operating systems in the building are over fifty years old and need to be replaced with modern technology.
Further with State Representative Dan Frankel, Senator Costa announces that Tree of Life was awarded $4,000,000 for Phase II of construction. The core goals for the project include: preserving the historic spaces; modernizing and right-sizing the main sanctuary; and designing an innovative and interactive Holocaust and modern anti-Semitism exhibit.
“These dollars show our commonwealth’s commitment to the historic Tree of Life project,” said Frankel. “I am proud to help ensure that the site of the deadliest antisemitic attack in America will stand as a monument to tolerance, education and resilience.”
Finally with State Representative Dan Frankel, Senator Costa announces that Walnut Capital Mckee LP was awarded $6,000,000 for Oakland Crossings – Urban Center Mixed Use District (UC-MU). The First Phase of Oakland Crossings includes costs associated with land acquisition, site work, infrastructure, and utilities for the Urban Core-Mixed Use (UC-MU) District.
Per the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget, “RACP projects are authorized in the Redevelopment Assistance section of a Capital Budget Itemization Act, have a regional or multi-jurisdictional impact, and generate substantial increases or maintain current levels of employment, tax revenues, or other measures of economic activity. RACP projects are state-funded projects that cannot obtain primary funding under other state programs.”
Learn more about Senate Democrats’ commitment to thriving communities every Pennsylvanian here.
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PITTSBURGH, PA – With State Senator Wayne Fontana, Senator Costa announces that The Clemente Collection at Engine House 25 was awarded $750,000 for Museum Infrastructure Renovations. This project involves several areas. The primary components are elevator installation, roof upgrades, IT upgrades, and improvements to the facade.
“I am so proud to live in a community with organizations doing incredible work to improve the lives of our friends and neighbors, and I’m honored to do my part to deliver the resources to keep them going,” said Senator Costa. “Roberto Clemente was not only an excellent athlete, but a world-class human being, always fighting for what’s right. I’m honored to help share his legacy through these RACP dollars.”
“The Clemente Museum is one of our region’s top tourist attractions,” said Senator Fontana. “I was proud to support the Museum’s RACP request which will make their building more accessible to the public and enable them to host more visitors.”
Per the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget, “RACP projects are authorized in the Redevelopment Assistance section of a Capital Budget Itemization Act, have a regional or multi-jurisdictional impact, and generate substantial increases or maintain current levels of employment, tax revenues, or other measures of economic activity. RACP projects are state-funded projects that cannot obtain primary funding under other state programs.”
Learn more about Senate Democrats’ commitment to thriving communities every Pennsylvanian here.
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PITTSBURGH, PA – Today, the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus condemns in the strongest terms the offensive and racist depictions of Vice President Kamala Harris at a Mount Pleasant Borough Halloween Parade last night. Vice President Harris, who is of Black and Indian descent, was depicted with her hands bound and walking behind a vehicle with a roof-mounted rifle.
In response, the Democratic Caucus issues the following statement:
“Yesterday’s display was beyond inappropriate, disgusting, and offensive, and we are deeply troubled that so many families and community members had to bear witness to such a repulsive display. Our community is a place where everyone must feel welcome, regardless of their political affiliation, race, gender, or faith. This gross display rehashing the painful history of enslavement of African Americans violates one of our deepest values: that Pennsylvania is for all of us. We cannot conjure language strong enough to condemn this behavior, and we call on our fellow elected officials to join us in condemning this violent incident.”
Learn more about the Pennsylvania Senate Democrats’ commitment to safe communities for every Pennsylvanian here.
PITTSBURGH, PA – Today, Senator Jay Costa announces $2 Million in RACP funding benefitting Penn Hills for two projects in the area.
“I am so proud to live in a community with organizations doing incredible work to improve the lives of our friends and neighbors, and I’m honored to do my part to deliver the resources to keep them going,” said Senator Costa. “I look forward to seeing these critical projects come to fruition and continue to beautify Pittsburgh and Allegheny County.”
“Going around the Penn Hills community in my first term, I heard time and time again the need for investment into our youth, and general concern that there were not enough after school resources for them to participate in,” said Representative McAndrew. “To step up and support delivering $1 million in funding to our region for a minority business owner to build a new facility for our youth athletics and to drive $1 million to a community center predominantly supporting our black youth in after school programing are huge wins to our region and for our youth. This truly sets the tone as I wrap up my first term in office. I look forward to continuing to work with Senator Costa in the community for our youth, with these and other organizations in our region.”
With State Representative Joe McAndrew, Senator Costa announces that Young Black Motivated Kings & Queens of Penn Hills Township was awarded $1,000,000 for the De’Avry A. Thomas Community Center. The project involves the first phase of renovations at the former Lincoln Park Community Center which is being re-envisioned as the De’Avry A. Thomas Community Center.
“Being awarded the RACP funding from the Commonwealth feels like a huge win, not just for us at Young Black Motivated Kings & Queens Community Center, but for every young person who walks through our doors,” said Kahlil G Darden, founder and CEO of Young Motivated Black Kings and Queens. “This award means we can create spaces that truly reflect the potential we see in our youth—places where they can feel safe, supported, and inspired to pursue their dreams. Renovating our center is about more than new walls and fresh paint; it’s about building a foundation for hope and opportunity. We’re incredibly thankful to Representative McAndrew and Senator Costa for their ongoing support, which shows our community that when we come together, we can make real, lasting change.”
Further with State Representative Joe McAndrew, Senator Costa announces that AWK Inc. of Penn Hills Township was awarded $1,000,000 for the development of Elite Athlete Training Complex. The project consists of the preliminary site development and new construction of an elite sports training facility. The project will include an indoor football field, two basketball courts, six pickleball courts, weight/speed training room, a learning center with three auditorium style classrooms, cafeteria/kitchen, and 72 bed dormitory.
Per the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget, “RACP projects are authorized in the Redevelopment Assistance section of a Capital Budget Itemization Act, have a regional or multi-jurisdictional impact, and generate substantial increases or maintain current levels of employment, tax revenues, or other measures of economic activity. RACP projects are state-funded projects that cannot obtain primary funding under other state programs.”
Learn more about Senate Democrats’ commitment to thriving communities every Pennsylvanian here.
PITTSBURGH, PA – October 28, 2024 – Today, Senator Jay Costa announces $2,236,500 in LSA funding for projects in Wilkinsburg.
“I am delighted to be announcing the recipients of these LSA dollars to benefit our communities,” said Senator Costa. “Wilkinsburg is a beautiful community full of good, hard-working people, and I am so proud to play a small part in improving their day-to-day lives.”
The beneficiaries of this funding in Wilkinsburg are as follows:
- Allegheny County Redevelopment Authority was awarded $600,000 for Community Forge Community Center Rehab and Modernization in Wilkinsburg Borough. Locally Grown has acquired a former elementary school in Wilkinsburg and has turned the building into a community center called Community Forge. This project will perform needed renovations to the building.
- Allegheny County Redevelopment Authority was awarded $500,000 for Rochez Building Renovation Project in Wilkinsburg Borough to serve as the new home for Gwen’s Girls.
- Wilkinsburg Borough was awarded $150,000 for Hunter Park Improvements, including additional recreation options, improved accessibility, and rehabilitation of existing park amenities.
- Wilkinsburg Borough was also awarded $450,000 for the Wilkinsburg Demolition and Development Program. Wilkinsburg Borough is proposing the acquisition of 22 vacant residential properties via the Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery Program and the demolition of 50 blighted residential properties.
- Wilkinsburg Borough also awarded $300,000 for the purchase of a Street Sweeper.
- Wilkinsburg Land Bank was awarded $236,500 for the second phase of the Wilkinsburg Land Bank Residential Redevelopment Program.
Learn more about the LSA Program here.
Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ priorities for every Pennsylvanian here.
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PITTSBURGH, PA – October 28, 2024 – Today, Senator Jay Costa announces funding for three critical projects benefitting key projects in the 43rd senatorial district. In total, these funds add up to $1,349,366.
“These three projects are near and dear to my heart, and it’s an honor to be doing my part to support their work,” said Senator Costa. “From honoring our fallen firefighters to restoring a crucial community building to ensuring young people can get to school, these three projects demonstrate the beauty and resilience of our communities. I look forward to seeing these dollars getting this work over the finish line.”
The three recipients are as follows:
- Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh was awarded $1,000,000 so that Frick Art & Historical Center, Inc. to restore The Frick Pittsburgh Clayton.
- Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh was awarded $224,366 for the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters Line of Duty Death Memorial. The Pittsburgh Fire Fighters IAFF Local No. 1 aim to create a lasting tribute to honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to the city.
- Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh was further awarded $125,000 so that TIP Social Enterprise can purchase two vehicles and a trailer to transport staff and crew members to job sites. The TIP Social Enterprise will offer time-limited, paid work experience to graduates from the 11-week masonry program who still have barriers to entering the workforce.
Learn more about the LSA Program here.
Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ priorities for every Pennsylvanian here.
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