North Newton Township secures $15,000 Cumberland Plans grant for local project funding
September 26, 2025 | Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
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Cumberland County officials have taken significant steps to enhance community services during the Board of Commissioners meeting held on September 25, 2025. Among the key decisions was the approval of a $30,000 project for North Newton Township, with the county committing $15,000 through the Cumberland Plans grant. This funding will support local initiatives, reflecting the county's commitment to fostering community development.
In addition to the township project, the commissioners approved funding for four senior centers, including Big Springs and Minnow Haven, to cover operating costs and social recreation activities. Each center will receive $5,500, enabling them to organize trips and activities that enrich the lives of local seniors.
The meeting also addressed contracts for children and youth services, with increases in costs for various programs. Notably, the Cornell Abraxas Group will see rate increases ranging from 3.33% to 26.98% for secure residential services. Despite these increases, the rates remain below state-approved maximums, ensuring continued access to essential services for youth in need.
Brenda Eilish presented a memorandum of understanding with the Shippensburg School District to expand prevention services in schools, highlighting the county's proactive approach to addressing substance abuse among students. Additionally, the RAISE project, funded by opioid settlement grants, aims to support individuals transitioning from prison, demonstrating a commitment to rehabilitation and community health.
The meeting concluded with discussions on various contracts related to employee benefits and workforce development, including a contract with Daring Consulting that reflects a reduction in costs while maintaining essential services.
These decisions underscore Cumberland County's ongoing efforts to enhance community welfare, support vulnerable populations, and ensure the effective use of public funds. As the county moves forward, these initiatives are expected to have a lasting positive impact on residents' quality of life.
In addition to the township project, the commissioners approved funding for four senior centers, including Big Springs and Minnow Haven, to cover operating costs and social recreation activities. Each center will receive $5,500, enabling them to organize trips and activities that enrich the lives of local seniors.
The meeting also addressed contracts for children and youth services, with increases in costs for various programs. Notably, the Cornell Abraxas Group will see rate increases ranging from 3.33% to 26.98% for secure residential services. Despite these increases, the rates remain below state-approved maximums, ensuring continued access to essential services for youth in need.
Brenda Eilish presented a memorandum of understanding with the Shippensburg School District to expand prevention services in schools, highlighting the county's proactive approach to addressing substance abuse among students. Additionally, the RAISE project, funded by opioid settlement grants, aims to support individuals transitioning from prison, demonstrating a commitment to rehabilitation and community health.
The meeting concluded with discussions on various contracts related to employee benefits and workforce development, including a contract with Daring Consulting that reflects a reduction in costs while maintaining essential services.
These decisions underscore Cumberland County's ongoing efforts to enhance community welfare, support vulnerable populations, and ensure the effective use of public funds. As the county moves forward, these initiatives are expected to have a lasting positive impact on residents' quality of life.
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