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Kosierowski celebrates nearly $1.4 million investment in Scranton’s infrastructure

HARRISBURG, Dec. 30 — Today, state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna announced that the Scranton has been selected for $1,395,860 in funding through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund.

The city will use the funds to replace the Ash Street Bridge.

“The Ash Street Bridge is a key piece of our local infrastructure that is in need of repair,” Kosierowski said. “This targeted investment will restore the bridge, making our motorists and pedestrians safer.”

The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grant funding to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities to improve transportation assets and enhance communities. The projects support the safety and accessibility of Pennsylvania’s infrastructure.

Applications for the next round of MTF grants will open on Jan. 5 at 8 a.m. and will be due by Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. Grant recipients are expected to be announced in summer 2026. More information about the program and funded projects is available at the PennDOT website.