West Chester, Pa (December 22, 2025) – Londonderry Township was recently awarded state funding to construct a new salt shed for its road department, an investment that will help improve operations, save taxpayer dollars, and protect the environment.
State Senator Carolyn Comitta and State Rep. John Lawrence worked together to secure the $150,000 investment from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Local Share Account Program.
“This funding will allow the municipality to construct a new winter storm materials storage building adjacent to the existing township facility. The new building will include separated storage bays designed to house multiple aggregates used to improve roadway conditions and traction during winter storms,” said Darryl M. King, Londonderry Road Master. “The entire staff at Londonderry is thrilled to see this goal become a reality! We are grateful for the extraordinary efforts of Senator Carolyn Comitta’s office and Representative John Lawrence’s office in securing this investment.”
The new, four-bay salt storage shed will replace the existing two-bay shed, which is structurally failing and unable to accommodate delivery trucks. The new shed will feature reinforced concrete floors and walls, metal siding, and a paved landing in front of the facility for more efficient cleanup. It will also be high enough to accommodate deliveries, improving cleanup and preventing salt residue from entering the stormwater system.
According to King, the average 140 to 200 tons of salt used by Londonderry Township each year is expected to decrease by up to one-third thanks to increased storage efficiency and improved protection from the elements in the new shed.
“When we work together, we can get things done,” Comitta said. “I was proud to work with Rep. Lawrence and Londonderry Township officials to secure this investment – one that will help ensure safer roads, cleaner streams, and lower costs for years to come. I also want to thank all of the workers and snowplow operators who help keep our roads safe and clear of snow, ice, and debris throughout the winter.”
“During my time in office, I have tried to focus on improvements to core local infrastructure – much of which has been neglected for far too long,” said Rep. Lawrence. “I commend the forward-looking approach of the Londonderry Township supervisors with the salt shed replacement project. This improvement will save taxpayer dollars in the long term and ensure better, more responsive service in clearing roads during the winter months. I am very glad to work with Senator Comitta to ensure this project can move forward.”
Londonderry will use the LSA funds for construction and engineering costs. The total project cost is $264,207.
The Local Share Account program is designed to distribute funds derived from gaming revenue to support community and economic development projects. Eligible applicants include counties, municipalities, municipal authorities, economic development agencies, redevelopment authorities, land banks, and councils of government. Eligible projects must improve the quality of life of community citizens and be owned and maintained by an eligible applicant or a nonprofit organization.
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