Altoona Times

To ensure that officers in the Allegheny Township Police Department have the necessary tools, funding has been secured for two new police cruisers. This funding comes through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), as announced by Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30).

"Officers deserve the equipment they need to continue to serve and protect the public," stated Schmitt. "This funding gives them the means to do that, and I thank the CFA for recognizing the importance of it."

The total amount of $131,605 approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority will be used to purchase and equip two new police vehicles. These vehicles are set to replace older models that have led to high maintenance costs for the department.

"The statewide Local Share Account (LSA) grant program is a vital tool for municipalities as they seek to improve or repair critical water, sewer, or transportation infrastructure or meet other unique needs," said Ward. "While the grants are very competitive and not all projects are able to be funded, the projects funded this round are well-deserving and will improve quality of life for the local communities."

Projects eligible for LSA funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority must serve public interest goals aimed at enhancing community quality of life.