Route 291 Redesign Leads a $100 Million Plan to Revitalize Chester

Chester scores $100 million investment in ‘true collaboration’

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday announced a $100 million investment effort for the cash-strapped city of Chester.

Route 291 redesign leads a $100 million plan to revitalize Chester

Pennsylvania has launched a $100 million revitalization effort in Chester, Delaware County, with public and private investments.

Gov. Shapiro announces nearly $100 million investment to revitalize Chester

Shapiro said the funding is aimed at revitalizing the community through projects focused on infrastructure, youth programs, redevelopment and public safety.

Gov. Shapiro announces nearly $100 million to revitalize Chester

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced nearly $100 million in targeted investments on Thursday to help revitalize the city of Chester. The funding will be used for infrastructure improvements, economic development, blight removal and support for violence prevention initiatives.