ICYMI: Shapiro Admin. Announces New Plan to Revitalize Downtown Harrisburg | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA - Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis brought together leaders from the Commonwealth, city and county government, business community, and local nonprofit organizations to revitalize Downtown Harrisburg - backed by $64 million in new public and private investment, including $22.7 million in new Commonwealth funding.

Called Harrisburg Works for All of Us, the plan was developed with local officials, businesses, nonprofits, community stakeholders, and more than 4,400 Harrisburg residents to identify the challenges facing Downtown and the investments needed to build a stronger, more vibrant capital city. The plan calls for construction of a new hotel, improvements to Riverfront Park, safer streets, support for local businesses, and cheaper parking.

Over the past five months, the Shapiro Administration has worked with local officials, businesses, nonprofits, community organizations, and residents to understand what is holding Downtown Harrisburg back - and what can help move it forward. This vision lays out the bold steps we need to take to ensure Downtown Harrisburg can reach its full potential.

A full list of the funding, projects, and initiatives included in Harrisburg's downtown revitalization strategy is available online.

Here's what Pennsylvania's business, economic development, and local leaders are saying about Governor Shapiro's leadership in creating a coalition to revitalize Downtown Harrisburg:

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams: "Investing in our city isn't just driving our economy forward; it's driving forward the people who make our city great. This transformative investment is a direct result of strong public-private partnerships, visionary leadership, and most important, collaboration. The momentum in Harrisburg is real. Today marks a leap forward in making our downtown safer, stronger, and more prosperous."

Senator Patty Kim, PA's 15th Senate District: "Today is a great day not only for the City of Harrisburg, but for our entire region. When city, county, state, business, and community leaders roll up our sleeves and work together, historic investments like these happen. I'm proud to have worked alongside Governor Shapiro and this coalition of leaders and deliver a real, substantive plan to breathe new life into our downtown."

Representative Nate Davidson, PA's 103rd House District: "Thank you for thinking of the families when putting this plan together. When we think about a city, a city is not a series of buildings, or roads, or intersections, or traffic lights. The city is the people who live there, and the families who grow up there. I know that we'll carry that vision beyond because the work we do is for our most important community members, our children."

Representative Dave Madsen, PA's 104th House District: "I'm so proud of this community. Every time you try to knock Harrisburg down, we get right back up. And this team and everything we're doing together today is just an example of that. This is just the beginning of a series of wins that's going to really, really change the outlook of this city and make it grow and expand the future generations."

Harrisburg City Council President Danielle Hill: "Harrisburg City Council's primary goal throughout this downtown revitalization process was to ensure residents from all neighborhoods within the city of Harrisburg had an opportunity to participate in this robust process. Residents shared their thoughts, expressed their concerns, and shared their time. Every voice is valued and valid."

Julie Fitzpatrick, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Downtown Center: "This is a defining moment for Downtown Harrisburg, and Pennsylvania Downtown Center was honored to play a role in helping to develop a plan for the future of the city we call home. We appreciated the opportunity to partner with local leaders, stakeholders, residents, and champions helping to craft a strategy for a Harrisburg that works for all of us!"

Ryan Unger, President and CEO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC: "Today's announcement is a historic next chapter in our capital city and region's story. It follows an unprecedented collaboration of our public and private leaders, convened by the Governor, to make downtown Harrisburg a place that works for everyone, every day. We are grateful for the partnership of Governor Shapiro, Mayor Williams, City Council, our state legislative delegation, and county leaders. These investments catalyze our downtown's new era, guided by a plan shaped by more than 4,400 residents, workers, and business owners. Now it's our job to deliver, together."

Brad Jones, President and CEO of Harristown Development Corporation: "Harristown Development Corporation is proud to work alongside Governor Shapiro's Administration and the City of Harrisburg to continue Harrisburg's Downtown revitalization. We greatly appreciate the support and confidence in helping Harristown and its partners reinvest in the redevelopment of 333 Market Street Tower in downtown Harrisburg."

Read more about the Harrisburg revitalization plan below:

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TheBurg: Revitalization plan, millions of dollars in state funding announced for downtown Harrisburg

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