For Immediate Release
July 14, 2005
Rep. David Argall
124th District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
(570) 668-1240
(717) 787-9024
Contact:  Julie O. Richards
                                                                                      (717) 783-5280
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Argall, Rhoades and Officials Break Ground on New Ringgold Sewerage System and Celebrate New Ringgold's New Playground

HARRISBURG (July 14) – Rep. David G. Argall (R-124) and Sen. James J. Rhoades (R-29) today joined officials in New Ringgold to break ground on a $2.6 million sewerage system project for New Ringgold Borough and to open the newly-enhanced New Ringgold Borough Playground.

Both Rhoades and Argall, who helped marshal the funding for the sewer project, applauded New Ringgold officials for their determination in ensuring that the new sewer project was kept affordable for their residents. 

"Without financial assistance and partnership from the Commonwealth, these improvement projects would not be possible," Rhoades explained.  "Our smaller, older communities face unique infrastructure challenges. New Ringgold currently has an on-lot sewage system that creates health risks for residents. This project is critical for helping protect the health and safety of the residents of New Ringgold and to open up opportunities for economic growth and job creation." 

The New Ringgold Borough Sewerage Treatment System will serve 110 local households and will be possible through a $2.6 million funding package from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) that includes a $1.14 million grant and a $1.25 million loan at 1 percent for 30 years.  New Ringgold has a population of 291.

Rep. Argall and Sen. Rhoades were also on hand to help officials celebrate and open the newly-improved New Ringgold Borough Playground. 

Last year Argall and Rhoades presented a $28,000 Community Conservation Partnership Program grant to New Ringgold, as part of the Blue Mountain Recreation Commission, for renovations and improvements at the New Ringgold Playground. 

Improvements included the installation of playground equipment, a safety surface, ADA access, landscaping and signs.

"The men and women in this community worked so hard in making this playground and partnership a reality," Argall said. "Improving our parks and recreation areas helps build better communities for everyone who lives, works and plays in the area."

The Blue Mountain Recreation Commission is an inter-municipal cooperative organization of nine municipalities.