Springfield Trail Gets $250K Grant

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA — The Springfield Trail is getting a funding boost thanks to the Commonwealth Financing Authority, according to State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware.

The trail is getting a grant worth $250,000.

Friends of Smedley Park Corp., with the help and support of Springfield Township, secured the grant to rehabilitate and realign Springfield Trail.

The project will install new trail-head and wayfinding signage, as well as new yellow blazes to increase safety on the trail.

Additionally, trail markers will be installed and the GPS coordinates will be registered with the county's emergency services.

SEPTA has identified three points where the trail currently intersects with the Route 101 Trolley Line, an active light rail line.

The project will work with SEPTA to reroute these crossings, mitigating trail conflicts with the active trolley line.

“Senator Tim Kearney and I are thrilled to see that children of all abilities will be able to enjoy this community resource,” O’Mara said. “These funds will create a more inclusive play area for all local children to utilize together.”

The CFA holds fiduciary responsibility over the funding of programs and investments in Pennsylvania's economic growth. The CFA provides funding for various projects that help businesses succeed, including businesses focused on development, water quality, energy, infrastructure and more.

“I’m grateful that the 165th was selected to receive these funds,” O’Mara said. “These projects will bring the community together by providing everyone with the opportunity to get outside and explore all of the outdoor recreation opportunities Delaware County has to offer.”