high because the supply of them is so low,” Alviano acknowledges. “We greatly want to increase our new housing stock. That’s what the market is showing young families are demanding, so we’re going to meet that need.” Looking to the future, Shea says the focus is on economic development and making sure Armstrong County has the infrastructure in place to support the high tech industry coming in. “We will also be working with the different communities to totally capitalize on the strength of our natural resources, so we can showcase the quality of life within our county,” he maintains. “That’s what we have to offer. It’s not the hustle and bustle of a big city. It’s the small town charm that we have.” PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n BC3 @ Armstrong www.bc3.edu BC3 @ Armstrong, Butler County Community College’s additional location in Ford City, opened its doors in March 2023. To support the development of this 15,000-square-foot facility, Armstrong County commissioners allocated $250,000 in 2021, helping to expand educational opportunities in an area with limited access to higher education. Visit bc3.edu/armstrong to learn more about BC3 @ Armstrong’s associate degrees and programming. 50 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 03
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