Yaw, Owlett: Nearly $1.7 Million Awarded to Recreation Projects in Tioga County

January 14, 2026

HARRISBURG –State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) announced $1,682,100 has been awarded to recreation projects in Tioga County through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2). 

“Investing in our local parks and recreation facilities enhances quality of life and strengthens our communities,” Yaw said. “These improvements will provide families and residents with safe, modern spaces to enjoy for years to come and I’m thankful to Rep. Owlett for working with me to secure this funding.”

“I’m pleased to see the Commonwealth invest in some of our local parks and community pools, as they are great places to go to connect with family members, friends and neighbors,” Owlett said.  “It’s always a pleasure to work with Sen. Yaw and our local officials to support these initiatives that contribute so much to our region.”

Among the largest awards, Wellsboro Borough received $1.2 million for the rehabilitation and further development of the Wellsboro Community Pool. Work will include renovation of the main pool’s circulation and filtration system, gutter system and decking, as well as construction of an ADA accessible bench and water features.

The following projects were also awarded funding: 

Blossburg Borough – Island Park Rehabilitation - $412,400 

Elkland Borough – Community Park Master Site Development Plan - $25,000

Mansfield Borough – Community Swimming Pool Feasibility Study - $44,700

The C2P2 is funded with a variety of state and federal funding sources, including the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund (Key 93), which includes Key-Community and Key-Land Trust; the Environmental Stewardship Fund (ESF); the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF); Pennsylvania Trails Fund (PRT – federal source); Pennsylvania Heritage Area Program (HA); and the ATV Restricted Management Account Fund (ATV).

For more state-related news and information, constituents can visit Senator Yaw’s website at www.SenatorGeneYaw.com or Rep. Owlett’s website at www.RepOwlett.com. 

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CONTACT:
Elizabeth Weitzel (Yaw)
717-787-3280

Patricia Hippler (Owlett)
717-772-9846