Congressman Meuser Secures $1.25 Million for Two Lycoming County Infrastructure and Workforce Projects

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced the award of $1.25 million in federal funding for two critical infrastructure and workforce development projects in Lycoming County. Funding for the projects was included, respectively, in the FY26 Interior and Environment and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Acts.

Williamsport Municipal Water Authority Transmission Water Main Replacement — $1,000,000

This investment will support a multi-phase project to replace aging water mains within the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority’s distribution system to prevent failure and improve long-term reliability. Approximately 4,000 linear feet of transmission main will be replaced, increasing water capacity, improving accessibility, and supporting future growth across the system.

Pennsylvania College of Technology Forest Products Training Center — $250,000

This funding will support building, site, and equipment upgrades and an addition to the Schneebeli Earth Science Center to house a new, modern mill. These improvements will benefit the Forest Technology program and prepare students and incumbent workers for well-paying careers in timber production management.

“From ensuring clean drinking water to strengthening workforce training, this funding delivers real, lasting benefits for Lycoming County,” said Congressman Meuser. “Investments in Williamsport’s water infrastructure will safeguard water quality, expand system capacity, and support future growth, while hands-on mill training at Penn College of Technology will equip students for well-paying careers in one of the region’s most vital industries. I was glad to partner with the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority and Penn Tech to secure these investments that will continue to benefit local families and employers for years to come.”

“Congressman Meuser has been a tremendous supporter of our authority,” saidMichael D. Miller, Executive Director of the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority. “His support has helped us keep rates low for our users while ensuring our system remains reliable for the people who depend on it. This is not a routine project, it is a significant investment that will strengthen the system and ensure its long-term viability.”

“Pennsylvania College of Technology is incredibly appreciative of Congressman Dan Meuser and his team for helping to secure critical federal funds for enhancements to the Schneebeli Earth Science Center’s forestry building and recently upgraded sawmill, which will ultimately become the PCT Forest Product Center,” saidPennsylvania College of Technology President Mike Reed. This support will allow us to continue significant improvements to the facility for our existing industry-informed forestry program, a program which prepares students and incumbent workers alike for well-paying jobs in timber production management – a significant, important, and historic industry in the Commonwealth, and in our region specifically."

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