Haven Wash Station LLC, a local laundromat at 377 and 381 E. Main Street in Lock Haven, PA, is under new ownership. With the financial assistance provided by the First Citizens Community Bank, a low-interest fixed loan from the Clinton County Revolving Loan Fund (CCRLF) and a low-interest fixed loan from the Clinton County Enterprise Zone (CCEZ), Brian and Heather Renninger purchased the laundromat. The decision to purchase the laundromat and pursue facility renovations was driven by the Renningers and their commitment to provide exceptional service and maintain their position as leaders in the industry. The infusion of funds from the revolving loan program allowed them to upgrade the equipment, improve the overall aesthetics of the facility, and introduce innovative features that will revolutionize the laundromat experience for its customers.
The couple worked with Tom Keiffer from the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to develop a business plan for their new business venture. Keiffer said, “It was a pleasure working with Brian and Heather. The Penn State SBDC was able to assist with their business plan and financial projections. This project is truly an asset to the community.”
Peg Shaffer, Business Development Officer at the First Citizens Community Bank Mill Hall branch, worked with the couple to secure the loan funding. Shaffer said, “This was a team effort combining bank financing with Clinton County Enterprise Zone and Revolving Loan Programs. I recently stopped by Haven Wash Station and was thrilled to see the renovations they have made to date.”
SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) Business Finance Department staff provided technical assistance in support of the CCRLF and CCEZ programs managed by the Clinton County Economic Partnership (CCEP). CCEP is dedicated to advancing and promoting business growth and providing businesses with needed financing through its financing programs. Michael Flanagan, President and CEO of CCEP, stated that the CCEP supported the project and worked with the various partners to make it happen.
Haven Wash Station is open for business 24 hours per day and 7 days per week. For more information about Haven Wash Station, please visit their Facebook page at https://tinyurl.com/4hkvxak7
For more information about Clinton County Economic Partnership and its loan programs, please visit their website, https://www.clintoncountyinfo.com/.
For more information about the Penn State SBDC, please contact 814-863-4293 or online https://sbdc.psu.edu/
For more information about SEDA-COG’s loans, please contact John Reichard at jreichard@seda-cog.org or Brooks Luzier at bluzier@seda-cog.org.
SEDA-COG is a community and economic development agency in Lewisburg and is one of seven Local Development Districts in Pennsylvania. SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in the 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives.
Local Laundromat Secures Revolving Loan Funds for Business Endeavor
