Grant seminar for local governments, organizations; RSVP by Friday
Rep. Frank Burns February 11, 2014
JOHNSTOWN, Feb. 11 – State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria/Somerset, will host an informational session for area organizations, including historical and recreation groups, and local municipalities to learn more about grant opportunities available to them.
The seminar will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 20 at the Ebensburg Borough Building, 300 W. High St. Registration begins at 8 a.m. A second session may be held in the evening, if there is enough interest.
The snow date for this event is Feb. 21.
"The goal with this seminar is to inform area groups about the potential of additional funding opportunities available to them," Burns said.
Providing information at the seminar are: the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Allegheny Ridge Corp., Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, District 9.
Other potential discussion topics include the 2014 DCNR grant process and more information about advancing projects for historical organizations or snowmobile clubs, as well as how PennDOT can assist municipalities and nonprofit organizations.
Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by Friday. For more information on the seminar, contact Burns' constituent service office at 814-472-8021.