Redevelopment Authority

Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland

Redevelopment & Downtown Revitalization


The focus of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland (RACW) is on reenergizing the county’s core communities and enticing new business, residential, and recreational opportunities. By working closely with community leaders and volunteers, the RACW assists in community revitalization efforts and implements a multitude of programs that are designed and intended to remove blight and improve conditions for low-to-moderate income residents throughout Westmoreland County. Also, the RACW partners with local government and non-profit entities to implement impact projects in the county.


The Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland is seeking applicants for the position of Fiscal Coordinator. 

The Fiscal Coordinator develops, administers, implements, and coordinates financial functions for the organization such as technical payroll accounting duties; collects organization data and conducts analysis involved with budget proposals, budget management, systems and procedures; conducts research and prepares detailed reports and recommendations; and performs related work as required. Submission deadline is July 16, 2018. Full job description can be found here.now-hiring

Wanted: Contaminated Sites!

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Do you know of a possibly contaminated site that would benefit from environmental testing for reuse? The RACW in partnership with the EPA has grant money for environmental site assessments, clean up plans, and community outreach activities for brownfield sites. Further information can be found in the "Brownfields" tab. Click here for an application.
Redevelopment Authority to provide ramps and stair lifts to physically disabled. 
Applications can be found here.
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    The Redevelopment Authority is seeking applicants for the position of Fiscal Coordinator.

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    Environmental assessment aims to clear former Mt. Pleasant glass site for redevelopment.

    Mt. Pleasant Borough is one step closer to redeveloping a former industrial brownfield donated by the Levin family in 2008. Additional Info...
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    Governor Wolf Approves Support for 22 Community Revitalization Projects Throughout Pennsylvania

    Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland (RACW), in partnership with the Westmoreland County Land Bank (WCLB) will receive $200,000 to acquire, demolish and/or rehab blighted properties throughout Westmoreland County Additional Info...
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