June 28, 2022 – SEDA Council of Governments

SEDA-COG Housing Rehabilitation Seeks Contractors for Perry County

SEDA-COG Housing Rehabilitation Seeks Contractors for Perry County

Posted on June 28, 2022 by

General contractors have an opportunity to perform housing rehabilitation work with SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) in Perry County.

Contractor work may include structural, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating/furnace, window replacement, radon mitigation, energy-related improvements, and, if they have certain certifications, lead-based paint mitigation. Also included are modifications for mobility-impaired residents. There is no cost to homeowners who maintain home residency over a five-year period from the date of signing.

Housing rehabilitation bids typically range from $20,000 to $65,000, with timely payment to contractors.

Local communities and SEDA-COG strive to work with local contractors to invest in the local economy, said Teri Provost, director of SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation program.

“We know that along with many others, contractors’ workload has been hard hit by the effects of the pandemic. With our housing rehabilitation work, we not only help our communities by rejuvenating housing stock, but we invest in our workforce by bidding out to local contractors,” Provost said.

Provost continued, “Contractors can choose where they want to work, so there’s tremendous work flexibility. Additionally, our work is year-round, so we offer a steady flow of projects. And if they don’t want to perform lead-based paint mitigation, we don’t require that certification for lead-free homes.”

Interested contractors also have the option of meeting one-on-one with SEDA-COG to answer any questions they may have. SEDA-COG streamlines the process for contractors with a rehabilitation specialist assigned to each community.

For more information and contractor requirements, contact SEDA-COG’s Danielle Rippon at 570-524-4491 or drippon@seda-cog.org.

Since 1989, SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation Programs has invested $27 million in 9 counties and over 1,000 homes. As a community and economic development agency, SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives. SEDA-COG also is an advocate for the interests of its communities at the state and federal levels. For more information, visit www.seda-cog.org.

SEDA-COG Housing Rehabilitation Seeks Contractors for Berwick Borough

SEDA-COG Housing Rehabilitation Seeks Contractors for Berwick Borough

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General contractors have an opportunity to perform housing rehabilitation work with SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) in the Borough of Berwick.

Contractor work may include structural, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating/furnace, window replacement, radon mitigation, energy-related improvements, and, if they have certain certifications, lead-based paint mitigation. Also included are modifications for mobility-impaired residents. There is no cost to homeowners who maintain home residency over a five-year period from the date of signing.

Housing rehabilitation bids typically range from $20,000 to $65,000, with timely payment to contractors.

Local communities and SEDA-COG strive to work with local contractors to invest in the local economy, said Teri Provost, director of SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation program.

“We know that along with many others, contractors’ workload has been hard hit by the effects of the pandemic. With our housing rehabilitation work, we not only help our communities by rejuvenating housing stock, but we invest in our workforce by bidding out to local contractors,” Provost said.

Provost continued, “Contractors can choose where they want to work, so there’s tremendous work flexibility. Additionally, our work is year-round, so we offer a steady flow of projects. And if they don’t want to perform lead-based paint mitigation, we don’t require that certification for lead-free homes.”

Interested contractors also have the option of meeting one-on-one with SEDA-COG to answer any questions they may have. SEDA-COG streamlines the process for contractors with a rehabilitation specialist assigned to each community.

For more information and contractor requirements, contact SEDA-COG’s Danielle Rippon at 570-524-4491 or drippon@seda-cog.org.

Since 1989, SEDA-COG’s Housing Rehabilitation Programs has invested $27 million in 9 counties and over 1,000 homes. As a community and economic development agency, SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives. SEDA-COG also is an advocate for the interests of its communities at the state and federal levels. For more information, visit www.seda-cog.org.

SEDA-COG Assists Centre County Business with EDA COVID-19 Loan

SEDA-COG Assists Centre County Business with EDA COVID-19 Loan

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SEDA-COG’s Business Finance Department recently assisted Hofbrau Pizza with an EDA COVID-19 loan to purchase the property and restaurant known as The Hofbrau located at 106 East Bishop Street, Bellefonte, PA. This loan is in partnership with Jersey Shore State Bank, working directly with Commercial Lender, Gregory Wendt.

The Hofbrau has been a Bellefonte staple since 1973, serving generations of hungry pizza lovers over the years. The restaurant was started by “pizza king” Bill McFadden who developed a special crust recipe that was used in his various restaurants including Bellefonte, State College (Faccia Luna) and Alexandria, Virginia (Faccia Luna). Now at the helm of Hofbrau Pizza are Ruth and Bryan Sampsel.

Ruth Sampsel has been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years and has been with The Hofbrau for 15 of those years. When the opportunity arose for her to take over the restaurant, she was ready to put her stamp on the next generation of the Centre County institution.

On March 17th, 2020, The Hofbrau went from a full dining restaurant with an in-house seating capacity of 80 people, to a take-out only concession. Throughout the pandemic, the restaurant was forced to move to paper plates, plastic silverware, and moving an employee from the kitchen to the front of the house to take phone orders.

As a result of the pandemic, prices for everything have skyrocketed. This loan eases the burden of the cost increases for The Hofbrau.

“We were able to get an amazing rate with this loan, which will in turn allow us to pass on savings to our customers. The cost of everything has gone up, but the loan grants us the ability to keep our prices down,” said Sampsel.

Sampsel continued, “this restaurant is not just to feed people – I am welcoming you into my home. It’s a place for friends and family to gather, laugh, and enjoy time together. We live and work in a wonderful community and our restaurant allows us to see everyone and connect for years to come.”

Tina Showers, SEDA-COG Principal Program Analyst worked with Jennifer Heebner, SEDA-COG Program Analyst, to bring this financing package to fruition.

“The pandemic presented immense difficulties for all businesses, but particularly those in the hospitality industry. We are thrilled to be able to assist such an iconic and long-standing restaurant in Bellefonte, and cannot wait to see them grow and expand,” said Showers.

Their hours are Monday through Thursday 4 to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 4 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays from 4 to 8 p.m.

For more information about SEDA-COG’s loans, please contact Tina Showers at tshowers@seda-cog.org.

As a community and economic development agency, SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives. SEDA-COG also is an advocate for the interests of its communities at the state and federal levels. For more information, visit www.seda-cog.org.