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Governor Shapiro Makes Major Investments in Erie's Economy to Support Local Businesses and Create Jobs

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Governor Josh Shapiro, of Pennsylvania, has made significant investments in Erie's economy to support local businesses and create jobs. The initiatives focus on improving infrastructure, economic development, and community projects that will drive growth and revitalization in the region. The Governor's administration has allocated funds to various projects, including the Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project, the Market House development, and the McKean Business Park, demonstrating its commitment to the City of Erie and its residents.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project, a multi-year initiative, aims to strengthen connections between downtown Erie and the waterfront, improving accessibility and safety for all users.
  • The project includes dual-lane roundabouts, a grade-separated intersection, sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades, a multi-use trail, and an overhead pedestrian bridge, with a total investment of $162 million.
  • The Market House development will be a 27,000-square-foot marketplace featuring two year-round tenants, space for seasonal and permanent vendors, an open terrace, and a parking area.
  • The Governor's administration has announced plans to award $9.5 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funding to complete construction of the Market House and another $121,740 PA SITES planning grant to develop the 160-acre McKean Business Park.
  • The PA SITES program has secured over $25.6 billion in private-sector investments, creating over 12,500 jobs, and positioned Pennsylvania as the top state in the Northeast for Regional Economic Competitiveness.
  • Governor Shapiro's leadership has driven growth and economic development across Pennsylvania, with the Commonwealth being the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy.

Statistics:

  • $162 million: Total investment in the Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project.
  • $9.5 million: Amount of RACP funding for the Market House construction.
  • $121,740: PA SITES planning grant for the McKean Business Park development.
  • 27,000 square feet: Size of the Market House marketplace.
  • 22,000 square feet: Space allocated for two year-round tenants.
  • 20: Maximum number of seasonal and permanent vendors.
  • 160 acres: Size of the McKean Business Park.
  • 2027: Expected completion year for the Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project.
  • 2024-25: Biennium budget that allocated $500 million for site development, including $400 million for PA SITES.

Sources:

  • Gov. Shapiro Makes Major Investments in Erie's Economy to Support Local Businesses and Create Jobs. October 17, 2025. https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/gov-shapiro-makes-major-investments-in-erie-economy-to-support-local-businesses-and-create-jobs/

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