State Sen. Gene Yaw, R-Loyalsock Township, and state Rep. Jamie Flick, R-South Williamsport, recently announced $1,053,100 has been awarded to two projects in Lycoming County by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

The following entities received funding, which is coming through the department’s Community Conservation Partnership Program:

• Lycoming County: $649,900 for its Susquehanna River Walk Extension project. Work will include the construction of approximately 1.46 miles of trail, at-grade railroad crossing, stormwater management measures, ADA access and landscaping.

• Williamsport City: $403,200 for the rehabilitation of Youngs Woods Park. Work will include construction of a pavilion, pedestrian walkways, pickleball court and parking area, installation of play equipment, fencing and lighting and ADA access.

“Funding for these projects will undoubtedly benefit our region and have a positive impact on our environment and recreational opportunities,” Yaw said, according to a news release. “I am pleased to see this important investment in Lycoming County.”

“This funding will help transform Lycoming County and the City of Williamsport by expanding recreational opportunities and improving public spaces,” said Flick, according to the news release. “From the extension of the Susquehanna River Walk to the revitalization of Youngs Woods Park, these projects will create lasting benefits for our communities, enhancing accessibility, recreation and environmental stewardship.”

The Community Conservation Partnership Program is funded with a variety of state and federal funding sources, including the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund, the Environmental Stewardship Fund, the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund, Pennsylvania Trails Fund, Pennsylvania Heritage Area Program and the ATV Restricted Management Account Fund.