Borough to receive $100,000 Renaissance Grant; codification complete and Route 97 patch plan discussed

Jun 23, 2026

Borough Manager Cindy Wells announced Union City will receive $100,000 from ECGRA for the 2026–2027 Renaissance Grant; codification of ordinances is complete and will be advertised for tentative adoption on July 28; Route 97 standing-water patch options were discussed with PennDOT and contractors.

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Borough Manager Cindy Wells told council the Erie County Gaming and Redevelopment Authority (ECGRA) has awarded the borough $100,000 for the 2026–2027 Renaissance Grant. Wells said this will be the last year for South Street, West High Street and the Avenues to participate and that Putnam Street, North and South Main Street, East High Street, and Route 97 from North Main Street to the borough line will be added to the program.

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