BUCKS COUNTY – January 22, 2026 − Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) along with Representative Perry Warren (D-31) announced today $92,000 in grants for the rehabilitation of Brian S. Gregg Memorial Park in Newtown Borough.
“Officer Brian Gregg gave his life protecting others, and his service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by the Newtown community,” said Senator Santarsiero. “Reinvesting in Brian S. Gregg Park is a meaningful way to honor his legacy while creating a safe, accessible space for families to gather, play, and reflect. I’m proud to support improvements that both remember a fallen officer and strengthen the community he served.”
“Officer Brian Gregg was a beloved and respected Newtown Borough police officer,” said Representative Warren. “Brian S. Gregg Memorial Park, located next to the Chancellor Center in Newtown Borough, is a fitting tribute to Officer Gregg. This state investment will help continue Officer Gregg’s legacy and ensure that the park continues to serve members of the community for years to come. From new pedestrian walkways and modern play equipment with safe surfacing to ADA access and landscaping, these improvements will make the park more welcoming and accessible to all.”
“It is with excitement and gratitude that Newtown Borough accepts theDCNR Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant (C2P2) from the state of Pennsylvania,” said Josh Phillips, Newtown Borough Councilor. “Through this award of over $92K, Newtown Borough is able to enhance the open-space experience for all Borough residents and visitors to Brian S. Gregg Park. Newtown Borough is fortunate to partner with the state in providing this outdoor experience to its residents and visitors.”
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is Pennsylvania’s leader and chief advocate for conservation and outdoor recreation. Their mission is to conserve and sustain Pennsylvania’s natural resources for present and future generations’ use and enjoyment.
The DCNR Recreation and Conservation grant program is funded with a variety of state and federal funding sources including, the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund (Key 93) which includes Key-Community and Key-Land Trust; the Environmental Stewardship Fund (ESF); the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF); the federal Pennsylvania Recreational Trails Program Fund (PRT); the Pennsylvania Heritage Area Program (HA); the ATV Management Restricted Account Fund (ATV), and the Snowmobile Management Restricted Account Fund (Snowmobile).
Additional information about the DCNR can be found on their website: Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | Department of Conservation and Natural Resources| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) along with Representative Perry Warren (D-31) announced today $92,000 in grants for the rehabilitation of Brian S. Gregg Memorial Park in Newtown Borough.
“Officer Brian Gregg gave his life protecting others, and his service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by the Newtown community,” said Senator Santarsiero. “Reinvesting in Brian S. Gregg Park is a meaningful way to honor his legacy while creating a safe, accessible space for families to gather, play, and reflect. I’m proud to support improvements that both remember a fallen officer and strengthen the community he served.”
“Officer Brian Gregg was a beloved and respected Newtown Borough police officer,” said Representative Warren. “Brian S. Gregg Memorial Park, located next to the Chancellor Center in Newtown Borough, is a fitting tribute to Officer Gregg. This state investment will help continue Officer Gregg’s legacy and ensure that the park continues to serve members of the community for years to come. From new pedestrian walkways and modern play equipment with safe surfacing to ADA access and landscaping, these improvements will make the park more welcoming and accessible to all.”
“It is with excitement and gratitude that Newtown Borough accepts theDCNR Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant (C2P2) from the state of Pennsylvania,” said Josh Phillips, Newtown Borough Councilor. “Through this award of over $92K, Newtown Borough is able to enhance the open-space experience for all Borough residents and visitors to Brian S. Gregg Park. Newtown Borough is fortunate to partner with the state in providing this outdoor experience to its residents and visitors.”
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is Pennsylvania’s leader and chief advocate for conservation and outdoor recreation. Their mission is to conserve and sustain Pennsylvania’s natural resources for present and future generations’ use and enjoyment.
The DCNR Recreation and Conservation grant program is funded with a variety of state and federal funding sources including, the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund (Key 93) which includes Key-Community and Key-Land Trust; the Environmental Stewardship Fund (ESF); the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF); the federal Pennsylvania Recreational Trails Program Fund (PRT); the Pennsylvania Heritage Area Program (HA); the ATV Management Restricted Account Fund (ATV), and the Snowmobile Management Restricted Account Fund (Snowmobile).
Additional information about the DCNR can be found on their website: Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | Department of Conservation and Natural Resources| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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