Updates and Apple Tree Alley subcommittee meeting scheduling

If you are interested in serving on the Apple Tree AlleyWalk subcommittee - please visit the following doodlepoll link to indicate your availability for a meeting in Duncannon during the second week of August. 

http://www.doodle.com/8dkbt2v6pzivq4qs

Since the July 13th Duncannon A.T. Advisory committee meeting there have been a few updates: 

• Karl King has indicated that Duncannon is identified as a "hub community" and a priority for Main Line Greenway Canal and the organization will support efforts for the Apple Tree AlleyWalk project.  Main Line Canal can provide assistance in developing walking tours and interpretive opportunities and also technical assistance in applying for the DCNR Community Partnerships grant.  Recommendations for sources of funds include the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program which would require support from state legislators.
• Perry County Commissioner Brenda Benner has provided a letter of support to the Borough for the Appalachian Trail Community program application.
• Letters of Support have also been pledged from the local trail clubs - Mountain Club of Maryland and Susquehanna Appalachian Trail Club.
• Kim Wheeler at PA DCED noted that it might be possible for a funding application to be considered for in-town streetscape improvements or trail connections to and within the town through the Keystone Communities grant program.  The guidelines have not been finalized yet nor have the deadlines been set.  She will keep the group up-to-date.