Rep. Manuel Guzman January 20, 2026 | 11:24 AM
READING, Jan. 20 – State Rep. Manuel Guzman, D-Berks, announced today that $242,596 in grant funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, through the Multimodal Transportation Fund, has been awarded to support the Gerry Street Connector Project in Reading.
The $242,596 grant will be used for the creation of a pedestrian trail connector from Gerry Street to the Lancaster Avenue Plaza.
“This funding will deliver a vital pedestrian connector for our community,” Guzman said. “The Gerry Street Connector Project will improve safety, accessibility and connectivity for residents and visitors, while strengthening links between our neighborhoods.
“This investment also reflects my ongoing commitment to building infrastructure that promotes walkability and improves quality of life in Reading,” he added.
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