| Dear Neighbor, I hope you are well! The weather has felt like Fall this week, maybe as a precursor to the new school year for students in the 150th legislative district. Best of luck to students at Ursinus College, Methacton, Norristown, Perkiomen Valley, Spring-Ford, The Pathway School, Pope John Paul II and Holy Cross over the next few weeks as you settle back into classes. A big thank you to educators and staff for your preparation and dedication!
As always, I hope you find the information below informative and useful.
| | | Transportation Investments in the 150th
|  | | Great news! I’m proud to announce major PA investments in funding for transportation projects right here in House District 150! Through the Multimodal Transportation fund, Upper Providence Township received $3 million for the construction of a roundabout and a bridge replacement at Dreibelbis Road, Black Rock Road (Route 113), and Second
Avenue, and West Norriton Township received $547,166 for signal upgrades at the intersection of Marshall Street and Forrest Avenue. As back to school approaches and roads become more frequently used, these investments will help ensure the routes in our communities are safe and efficient. Congratulations to both Upper Providence and West Norriton!
| | | Back to School
|  | | With kids in the 150th District heading back to classrooms as early as next week, I wanted to again showcase some of the wins we secured for education in the 2023-24 Pennsylvania state budget. Providing each student with the tools they need in order to have a successful and equitable education is key in helping them reach their goals. It starts with the kids. Investing in our youth is investing in a better future for all.
| | | License Plate Restoration
|  | | Illegible license plates can be subject to a fine of $100. Do you have a license plate that is deteriorating? We can help with that! On Thursday, Sept. 5, I will be hosting a FREE License Plate Restoration with state Rep. Joe Ciresi and the Upper Providence Police Department at Anderson Farm Park from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. By pre-registering, an application to replace your illegible plate will be filled out in your name, processed by us, and then signed by you and a police officer at the event. Bring your registration, license, and yourself! To pre-register, call my office at 484-200-8263 or submit your information through our Google Form. You will be notified when the restored plate is delivered to our office in a few weeks. We look forward to seeing you there!
| | | Veterans Suicide Prevention Week
| |  | | In September we will recognize Veterans Suicide Prevention Week. As of 2021, suicide was the 13th-highest cause of death for Veterans overall, and the second-leading cause for Veterans under 45 years old. Throughout the week, we will hold events that recognize and spread awareness around veteran suicide. The events include a proclamation, flag raising, documentary screening, and witting tree dedication. Please stay tuned for more information on dates and times!
| | | One of the events we are holding during Veterans Suicide Prevention Week is a documentary screening at Ursinus College on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. The Journey Home is a documentary that tells the story of a group of Veterans, their community, and PTSD. Be on the look for more information about this event!
| | | Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Meetings
|  | | Last week, I made my way up to State College for Ag Process Days, where I also attended subcommittee meetings for the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness. On Tuesday, I attended a meeting for the Security and Emergency Response Readiness subcommittee. Wednesday, I conducted a meeting for the Military and Veterans Facilities subcommittee I chair. We considered the following: H.B. 2417, which looks to rework requirements to serve as the deputy adjutant general for Veterans Affairs, S.B. 933 calling for
the establishment of a statewide Veterans Home Advisory Board within the Office of Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans Affairs, S.B. 973, which would grant Vietnam War Veterans of the Korean Armed Forces who are also duly naturalized citizens of the United States the same rights and benefits as other American military veterans, and S.B. 1192, which aims to enhance funding and quality of life for service member veterans and their families. These bills will now move to the committee for consideration.
| | | America 250
|  | | In preparation for the historical 250th anniversary of America on July 4, 2026, America250 plans to honor the countless historical milestones and contributions our country has to offer. As America250’s first state partner, Pennsylvania, under the title of America250PA, has a mission called E.P.I.C., which aims to educate, preserve, innovate and celebrate the rich
history of Pennsylvania. I want to highlight historical features and stories within each township in the 150th district that helped mold our beautiful state and country. If you know any historical locations or stories that should be featured, please reach out to my office at 484-200-8263 or email [email protected]. #PAProud
| | | August Observances
| | National Park Service Founding Day – Aug. 25
|  | | National Park Service Founding Day is celebrated on Aug. 25 each year. The day was created in 1916 to honor the conservation, preservation, and those who tend to the parks on a regular basis. In our beautiful Commonwealth, there are 19 recognized National Parks that offer visitors everything from pure enjoyment to educational experiences. Get out there and visit one this Sunday!
| | | | Neighborhood Events
|  | | There are a few upcoming events that you may be interested in:
Music in the Park: Swiftie & The Midnights from Upper Providence Township
Aug. 21, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Anderson Farm Park, 499 Hopwood Road, Collegeville, PA 19426
Family Movie Night: If from West Norriton Township
Aug. 24, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
Padden Park, 2101 Oakland Drive, West Norriton, PA 19403
Butterfly Celebration from Upper Schuylkill Valley Park
Aug. 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. - noon
1615 Black Rock Road, Royersford, PA 19468
Community Fall Fest from Upper Providence Township
Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at noon
Black Rock Park, 1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Trappe Community Day from Trappe Borough
Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Water Works Park, 230 W. First Ave., Trappe, PA 19426
Community Fall Festival from Lower Providence Township
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Eagleville Park, 100 Parklane Drive, Eagleville PA 19403
Fall Festival from West Norriton Township
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, from noon – 5 p.m.
Centennial Park, 2050 W. Marshall St., Jeffersonville, PA 19403
| | | Please continue to stay safe, healthy and well-informed.
And, if you have questions about any state-related issue, please contact my office at 484-200-8263 or email [email protected]. If you wish to unsubscribe to this email, please scroll to the bottom where it says “visit this page to manage your email preferences".
Sincerely,
Rep. Joe Webster
State Representative
150th Legislative District
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