Matzie: Beaver County Career and Technology Center secures nearly $70,000 for new equipment

Will support center’s Greenhouse/Landscaping Program

Rep. Robert F. Matzie June 3, 2026 | 3:46 PM

AMBRIDGE, June 3 – New funding of $68,700 from the state Department of Education will allow Beaver County Career and Technology Center to purchase a new vehicle and utility trailer for its greenhouse and landscaping program, state Rep. Rob Matzie announced today.

Matzie, who is chairman of the House Majority Caucus, said the funding will allow BCCTC to continue its tradition of excellence in the region.

“Beaver County Career and Technology Center has been providing top-notch career training for nearly 50 years through courses that offer experienced faculty and state-of-the-art equipment,” Matzie said. “The new funding will allow the school to purchase a truck and utility trailer for the center’s greenhouse and landscaping program, which offers hands-on experience to help students step into careers in agribusiness, general farming and horticulture.”

Matzie said BCCTC will use the funds to purchase a Ford F-250 Regular Cab truck and a 2026 Quality Trailer 77x14 Economy Tandem Axle Utility Trailer.

The grant was awarded through PDE’s Competitive Equipment Grants program. More information about the program is available here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/education/programs-and-services/instruction/career-and-technical-education/grants.

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