Boyd announces state grants for local conservation projects
Rep. Heather Boyd November 13, 2024 | 10:09 AM
HARRISBURG, Nov. 13 – State Rep. Heather Boyd today congratulated local recipients of Department of Conservation and Natural Resources grants for the development of several public initiatives.
The following projects were funded:
- Glenolden, for Urban and Community Forestry in Eastern Delaware County: $276,000.
To engage communities in planting trees and build local tree stewardship capacity, prepare tree inventories and maintenance plans.
- Delaware County, for Darby Creek Trail- Penn Pines and Bartram Park Connection: $57,000.
For the acquisition of two easements on approximately 3.3 acres in Darby and Yeadon boroughs and approximately 1.2 acres in Upper Darby Township to provide approximately 1.4 miles of trail for the development of the Darby Creek Trail.
- Pennsylvania Horticultural Society: $1,000,000.
To coordinate urban and community forestry in Philadelphia and southeastern Pennsylvania, engage communities in planting trees and building local tree stewardship capacity in Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.
“Congratulations to Glenolden, Delaware County and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society on securing these vital grants,” said Boyd, D-Delaware. “Glenolden’s investment in urban and community forestry will strengthen local tree stewardship and bring lasting green spaces to Eastern Delaware County. Delaware County’s acquisition for the Darby Creek Trail connection is a great step in expanding accessible trails and outdoor experiences for our community. And with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society leading urban forestry efforts, our neighborhoods across Philadelphia and southeastern Pennsylvania will benefit from cleaner air, greener streets, and stronger community bonds. Thank you for your commitment to a healthier, more sustainable future for all.”
DCNR’s C2P2 offers a wide range of grant and technical assistance programs to help Pennsylvania communities, land conservancies and non-profit organizations plan, acquire and develop natural resources in the state.
In addition to the funding awarded in Boyd’s district, more than $8.2 million was awarded to 24 organizations that fund community conservation projects statewide.