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Hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grants will be going to the City of Williamsport and Montoursville for traffic signal modernization projects.
The city received $400,157 to upgrade traffic signals and pedestrian infrastructure at the intersection of Little League Boulevard and Market Street.
The intersection has always been a challenge to drive and to walk across, especially for students and staff from Lycoming College who are visiting downtown or those heading to the college campus for events such as the German Market during the holidays.
The boulevard is a main access route to points east and west in the city aside from Fourth and Third streets.
"We are extremely happy to learn that the City of Williamsport was awarded the full requested amount to address serious safety concerns at the intersection of Little League Boulevard and Market Street, said Scott Williams, assistant director of the city Department of Community and Economic Development/city planner.
"The existing signals are likely over 50 years old and will be replaced with energy efficient LED lights with battery backup," he said. "Additionally, this project will add full pedestrian crosswalks, countdown signals, and ADA curb ramps on all four sides of the intersection. It is anticipated that this project will be constructed in 2027."
In Montoursville, the borough received $422,969 for traffic signal modernization at the intersection of Broad Street & Willow Street/Winters Lane.
"This is a valuable investment in ensuring the safety of motorists and pedestrians, as well as one that will improve the flow of traffic on Broad Street in Montoursville," state Rep. Joe Hamm, R-Hepburn Township.
"As a member of the House Transportation Committee, I was honored to support this grant request and look forward to installation of the upgraded traffic signal at this intersection in Montoursville Borough."
The grant was awarded through Pennsylvania's Green Light-Go program, which provides state funding to municipalities for traffic signal and other improvements designed to enhance safety and mobility.
The grants are a part of Gov. Josh Shapiro administration's $38 million in municipal traffic signal upgrades to enhance safety and improve traffic flow in 31 counties.
The grants are through the state Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Green Light-Go program to improve traffic safety and mobility by reducing congestion and improving traffic flow. Since Shapiro took office, $134 million has been distributed to municipalities through the program, and over 1,700 traffic signals have been upgraded.
"Under Governor Shapiro's leadership, we're working to serve the people of our Commonwealth by improving the services that make a real difference in their lives," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "The safety improvements supported by the Green Light-Go program will help municipalities keep Pennsylvanians moving safely and efficiently. I'm proud that PennDOT continues to partner with communities to deliver real results."
Green Light-Go grants are provided as reimbursements to municipalities for projects that improve the efficiency and operation of existing traffic signals. These projects are funded through the FY 2026-27 budget.
Eligible improvements include, but are not limited to, installation of light-emitting diode (LED) technology, traffic signal retiming, special-event traffic planning, traffic signal monitoring, and upgrades to modern signal technologies.