Gov. Shapiro announces $64M in investments for Harrisburg revitalization projects, including hotel
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Shapiro unveils $64 million Harrisburg revitalization planThe first phase combines public and private funding for a hotel, safer streets, parks, business grants and community services.
Key FactsSep 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The state says its latest $22.7 million investment adds to a previous $31 million investment.
- An $11 million state allocation is intended to develop a 138-room Courtyard by Marriott in the 22-story building at 333 Market St.
- At least $2.25 million is earmarked to rebuild the Broad Street Market’s brick building, heavily damaged by fire in 2023.
- Shapiro said PennDOT will provide $1 million for Walnut Street sidewalks and bike lanes; further measures are intended to reduce speeds on Front Street.
We won’t just have a stronger downtown; we will have a stronger city, a stronger region and a stronger commonwealth.— Wanda Williams, Mayor of Harrisburg, said.
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