Community Project Funding Requests

Community Project Funding Requests

In 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives implemented Community Project Funding (CPF), which provides Members of Congress more input in the funding decisions that directly impact their districts by allowing local community groups to request project funding. 

I am allowed to submit 10 general appropriations community project requests and 5 Transportation and Infrastructure Community Project Requests. Below are the lists of project requests I am submitting for FY2025 and that were submitted for FY2024. Thesefunding requests may or may not be approved by the relevant committee and then must proceed through the regular legislative process:

Proposed Recipient: Bensalem Township Department of Public Safety

Address of Recipient: 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA, 19020

Amount of Request: $10,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to construct the new Bensalem Township Department of Public Safety Fire Station, which will merge the operations and assets of two aging volunteer fire stations, built in 1973 and 1977, into one more centrally located facility in the north-east area of the township. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bristol Borough

Address of Recipient: 250 Pond Street, Bristol, PA, 19007

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The funding would be used for the consolidation of four fire stations into one centralized location by constructing a new facility. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bristol Township

Address of Recipient: 2501 Bath Road, Bristol Township, PA, 19007

Amount of Request: $5,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to reconstruct Bristol Township's 24/7 Emergency Homeless Shelter. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will allow the shelter to continue to help the nearly 400 people, including families with young children, it serves annually.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bucks County

Address of Recipient: 55 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA, 18901

Amount of Request: $3,630,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to reconstruct two public buildings, as well as construct a public access road and public-use parking lot for community center visitors. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will allow the center to continue to be a critical space for cross-community engagement.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bucks County Human Services Division

Address of Recipient: 55 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA, 18901

Amount of Request: $1,036,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to support the Co-Responder Program, a partnership between our local police departments and the County to improve emergency response for those in need of social services and contacting 911. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Office of the Bucks County District Attorney

Address of Recipient: 100 N. Main Steet, Doylestown, PA, 18901

Amount of Request: $1,495,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to support the District Attorney’s Digital Operations Initiative, supporting the purchase of a web-based comprehensive case management system that automates and streamlines processes and creates a single point of contact for case information. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bucks County Sheriff’s Office

Address of Recipient: 100 N. Main Street, #B2, Doylestown, PA, 18901

Amount of Request: $2,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to expand the County’s License Plate Reader Initiative through the purchase of 50 new units. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Hatfield Township Municipal Authority

Address of Recipient: 3200 Advance Lane, Colmar, PA, 18915

Amount of Request: $3,438,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to acquire a medium voltage Diesel Rotary Uninterruptable Power Supply (DRUPS) for Hatfield Township. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will ensure uninterrupted power supply at the township’s wastewater treatment plant facility in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Lower Makefield Township

Address of Recipient: 1100 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA, 19067

Amount of Request: $8,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to construct a comprehensive flood mitigation and stormwater management system in Lower Makefield Township. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Lower Southampton Township

Address of Recipient: 1500 Desire Avenue, Feasterville, PA, 19053

Amount of Request: $4,705,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to completely reline the township’s public sanitary sewer system and reconstruct the force main. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public health and safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Middletown Township

Address of Recipient: 3 Municipal Way, Langhorne, PA, 19047

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this prooject is to reconstruct the township’s outdated Public Works Complex that no longer meets the demands of a growing staff and aging infrastructure. The Township plans to demolish a 1960s-era building that comprises houses half of the Department of Public Works’ operations and replace it with a modern, energy efficient structure that is more conducive for Public Works operations. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Morrisville Borough

Address of Recipient: 35 Union Street, Morrisville, PA, 19067

Amount of Request: $3,675,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to reconstruct two school/community buildings damaged by a major hailstorm in April 2023. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and ensure the safety of these buildings which serve essential educational, recreational, and community purposes.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Morrisville Municipal Authority

Address of Recipient: 35 Union Street, Morrisville, PA, 19067

Amount of Request: $3,367,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to construct a new environmental water quality laboratory in order to maintain the authority’s high level of wastewater treatment and compliance with current and future regulatory requirements. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public health and safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Quakertown Borough

Address of Recipient: 35 N. 3rd Street, Quakertown, PA, 18951

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to revitalize the infrastructure of downtown Quakertown, including public parking, pedestrian pathways, water drainage, and electrical utilities. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will accommodate community growth and promote further economic development.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Yardley Borough

Address of Recipient: 56 Main Street, Yardley, PA, 19067

Amount of Request: $2,724,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to replace and reconstruct deteriorated storm sewer infrastructure in Yardley Borough. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will maintain and improve public health and safety.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Township of Bensalem

Address of Recipient: 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: This purpose of this project is to revitalize and redevelop the Route 1 Corridor in Bensalem Township, which spans from the Philadelphia border to Middletown Township and the Neshaminy Creek. This project aims to combat trends of decline along this through well-managed public-private partnerships in this targeted area. Funding will be used to support development and redevelopment activities associated with properties located in the Route 1 Corridor including site preparation, infrastructure improvements, transportation improvements, demolition of necessary buildings, new construction, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. This revitalization aims to benefit residents in the region by creating an environment that is safe, economically prosperous, and community oriented.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County

Address of Recipient: 2875 York Road, Jamison, PA 18929

Amount of Request: $635,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this funding is to support renovation, modernization, and expansion of facilities, as well as the creation of a mentoring hub which seeks to enhance the impact of Big Brothers Big Sisters programs and strengthen our community. The renovation will include addressing infrastructure needs, such as fire safety and plumbing, and construct new meeting space that can accommodate larger groups. The aim of this project is to benefit at-risk children who are in need of positive role models and mentorship programs, as well as the community overall. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bristol Borough

Address of Recipient: 250 Pond Street, Bristol, PA 19007

Amount of Request: $1,717,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to upgrade the existing trail and streetscape along Trenton Avenue within Bristol Borough. The asphalt trail will be brought into compliance with Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards and the proposed project includes construction of a transparent sound barrier between the residential neighborhood and the 4-rail Amtrak railroad corridor. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bristol Township

Address of Recipient: 2501 Bath Road, Bristol, PA 19007

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to create a healthy environment for senior citizens to receive professional services and engage in activities specifically designed for seniors at this public facility. Since the coronavirus pandemic began there is a need for new infrastructure in this facility to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the pandemic. This includes adding more rooms to achieve social distancing and providing new outdoor gathering spaces to have more meeting options to gather and assemble.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bucks County Correctional Facility

Address of Recipient: 55 E. Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901

Amount of Request: $2,000,000

Explanation of Request: This project will address the mental health and substance use disorder crisis in Bucks County. The Crisis Stabilization Center will serve people of all ages experiencing a mental health, co-occurring or substance use crisis.  Once an individual arrives at the Stabilization Center, they will be treated holistically as their needs are triaged and evaluated.  Once stable, individuals will receive a warm hand-off to inpatient, forensic Residential Treatment, partial hospital or out-patient care, as well as recovery supports. The Stabilization Center will be prepared to initiate medication assisted treatment to anyone experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms from Opioids or alcohol. This Center will be well integrated across clinical disciplines with separate areas for adults and children, accommodations for waiting family members, and a comfortable room for those waiting for a longer-term placement. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Family Service Association of Bucks County

Address of Recipient: 4 Cornerstone Drive, Langhorne, PA 19047

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: This project involves constructing a new, two-story building adjacent to the current Bucks County Emergency Homeless Shelter, in addition to renovating the existing Shelter. One story of the Shelter expansion would be dedicated to programming such as on-site mental health treatment, substance use treatment, Housing-First case management, and nursing and wellness. The project would also allow for the Shelter to double capacity, reducing waitlist barriers. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Horsham Water & Sewer Authority (HWSA)

Address of Recipient: 617 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA 19044

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: This funding will support the Horsham Water & Sewer Authority Sanitary Sewer Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project to reduce spread of PFAS contaminated groundwater. The purpose of this project is to perform approximately 20 miles of CIPP lining of sewers and laterals within the system above what is done annually. HWSA would prioritize the sewers by age, proximity to the military bases and within low lying areas to ensure PFAS contaminated groundwater reduction.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Langhorne Manor Borough

Address of Recipient: 618 Hulmeville Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047

Amount of Request: $707,286

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to reduce the sediment that is being discharged into the Neshaminy and Mill creeks. This project entails developing infiltration trenches along two borough roads, this will allow reduction and be minimally disruptive to residents. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Middletown Township

Address of Recipient: 3 Municipal Way, Langhorne, PA 19047

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to redevelop the buildings serving the Department of Public works. The project proposes demolishing the existing garage structure, replacing it with a modern 12-bay pole structure that will accommodate all vehicles and equipment. The new building will also house a sign shop for fabricating street signs and will include storage areas for small equipment and tools. A small addition is proposed for the existing office building to provide an expanded break room and locker room facilities for the public works staff as well as a multi-purpose room for training.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Bucks County Emergency Services

Address of Recipient: 55 E. Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901

Amount of Request: $1,454,000

Explanation of Request: This project would ensure the modernization of Bucks County Emergency Services. It allows Bucks County Emergency Services to replace 5,100 portable radio batteries and chargers for every police, fire and emergency medical service representing 117 departments. A significant portion of the equipment is approaching the end of it's operational life. It also introduces body worn cameras to enhance officer-community relations and officer safety in their duties. This will extend the life of the radio equipment, lower the cost for the municipalities that rely on these agencies for critical life safety services, and provide more transparency in matters involving public safety. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Perkasie Borough

Address of Recipient: 620 Chestnut Street, Perkasie, PA 18944

Amount of Request: $2,058,180

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this funding is to support the Park Avenue Stormwater and Pedestrian Improvements project. The aim of this project is to improve regional stormwater management along with the reconstruction of a portion of Park Avenue and the construction of a portion of the Liberty Bill Trail. The project proposes removing the “traditional” basin, regrading the area to reclaim it for potential informal recreational use by the community, installing a new underground stormwater basin, and also to eliminate the spillway that had repeatedly failed and had been the cause of erosion along the steep embankment and causing flooding, icing, and significant degradation of the roadway.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance

Address of Recipient: 5107 Jean Street, Verona, PA 15147

Amount of Request: $200,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this funding is to install signage on roads from the Flight 93 Memorial to Portland and from Washington Crossing to the Delaware border to complete a program of Pennsylvania Commonwealth-wide signage project. This investment includes purchase of materials, installation and completing approvals. The route goes through 25 counties, is the longest trail route in the Commonwealth and is 903 miles in length in the Commonwealth. The trail is the newest Federally legislated trail in the United States of America. 

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Tullytown Borough

Address of Recipient: 500 Main Street, Tullytown, PA 19007

Amount of Request: $1,200,000

Explanation of Request: This project will provide infrastructure needed to support the revitalization of Old Tullytown Borough, including streetscaping along Main Street and the rehabilitation of the main municipal parking lot providing access to the Borough ball fields, trails, park and playgrounds. Core components include parking lot reconstruction, street beautification upgrades including curb and sidewalk replacement, special lighting, trees, seating, intersection upgrades (including ADA compliance). Access to the Borough’s public amenities is crucial to efforts to increase economic activity and opportunities for the residents and business owners.  Attractive and inviting streetscapes that provide a safe built environment for pedestrians will help spur local economic activity in the Borough.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: United Way of Bucks County

Address of Recipient: 413 Hood Blvd, Fairless Hills, PA 19030

Amount of Request: $4,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this project is to develop a new and expanded physical site for the Healthy Eating and Living Partnership (HELP) Center to meet current and growing needs of the community. The new site at 5301 Bristol Emilie Rd, Levittown, PA 19057 will be over 18,500 square feet (130% larger than the current leased HELP Center). The HELP Center is a coordinated site, with partners from Bucks County Opportunity Council and St. Mary Medical Center providing services on-site alongside United Way. This project will allow the HELP Centner to grow existing services to serve more residents and improve current programs, spurring economic activity and growth.

Financial Disclosure Letter

Proposed Recipient: Woods Services, Inc.

Address of Recipient: 40 Martin Gross Drive, Langhorne, PA 19047

Amount of Request: $2,000,000

Explanation of Request: The purpose of this funding is to support developing affordable housing in Bucks County through the construction of a 4-story building for low-income community members. The project will support individuals with intellectual disability, autism or traumatic brain injury and other disabilities, and people at risk of homelessness. The development will be located on Woods’ property, in close proximity to Woods’ health services campus, which is comprised of the Medical Center at Woods, Penn Dental Medicine at Woods, the Center for Autism, and the Center for Behavioral Health at Woods. This project will address the need for affordable housing in Bucks County that is safe, located near schools, and near transportation and jobs.

Financial Disclosure Letter