Good News

Improving Access to Safe Drinking Water

I joined the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) last week to celebrate the construction progress on the new Highland Reservoir Pump Station. This new facility is focused on modernizing the PWSA system and providing all residents with reliable access to clean, safe drinking water, even during power outages or water main breaks.

The Pennsylvania Constitution guarantees us all the right to clean water. Investing in these infrastructure projects ensures that we can all access safe, healthy drinking water in our homes. I’m proud to support these projects at PWSA and across the district!

New Passive Wetland Treatment Site in Springdale

We had a joyful morning celebrating the new Springdale wetland and all its potential this week alongside Duquesne Light Company, Springdale Township officials Rick Schwartz and Timothy Basilone, Rep. Mandy Steele, and County Councilman Nick Futules!

Read more about the project at: https://triblive.com/.../remediated-industrial-property.../

Etna Center for Community "Wall-busting"

I was excited to join local elected leaders and community members to help break down the walls and take a big step towards construction of the new Etna Center for Community this week! Thanks to the Borough of Etna and Etna Community Organization for all of your work in making this dream become a reality.

Etna is one step closer to having its very own community center and library!

Legislative Update

Innamorato Signs First Executive Order Improving County Worker Benefits

Congratulations to Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato on the signing of her first Executive Order, Allegheny H.I.R.E.S.!

By using her first Executive Order to focus on bettering the experience for workers under her charge, County Executive Innamorato is leading by example. The benefits being considered here are ones that make a real difference in the lives of employees – like access to quality, affordable child care and family care, or giving people the chance to further their education and advance in their career without stepping out of the workforce. Prioritizing the employees of Allegheny County is going to make a huge difference in their lives and in turn, create better services for the residents of Allegheny County.

Read more at https://senatorlindseywilliams.com/sen-lindsey-williams.../

News You Can Use

Find Your Pennsylvania Fall Experience

The first day of fall was Sunday, September 22nd and the PA Department of Community and Economic Development has launched “It’s Fall-ier in Pennsylvania” campaign to get the word out about the endless opportunities for fall activities and world-renowned leaf-peeping right here in the Commonwealth. 

Whether you are looking for a long weekend or an extended family vacation, you can start planning your PA fall getaway at Visit PA Pennsylvania: The great American Getaway. This site is packed with information, so we recommend you check out the activity categories below to see all the possibilities first. Happy traveling and Happy Fall!

Outdoor Adventures

• Hiking
• Camping
• Fall Foliage
• Fall Getaway

City Life

• Museums
• Theaters
• Horror Film Trail
• Fall Festivals

Foodie Fun

• Wineries
• Craft Breweries
• Farmers Markets
• Picked: An Apple Trail

Historical Pursuits

• Bucket List Museums
• Haunting Battlefields
• Architectural Feats
• Historic Downtowns

Haunted Pennsylvania

Recovery and Nature

September is National Recovery Month and the Three Rivers Heritage Trail in Pittsburgh’s Point State Park is one of 9 trails that is part of the PA Recovery in Nature program!

This initiative, which was created by the PA Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, promotes trails and waterways across the Commonwealth as a way to heal. Spending time in nature boosts everyone’s physical and mental health. In DCNR's outdoor recreation plan, 65% of Pennsylvanians surveyed believe that parks and trails should be considered an essential part of the healthcare system. 

Head out to the Three Rivers Heritage Trail or any of our beautiful Allegheny County Parks whenever you can this fall - your body and mind will thank you!

To learn more go to: PA Launches ‘Recovery in Nature’ Initiative Across Nine State Parks in Conjunction with National Recovery Month - PennWatch.

North Park to Host Traveling Glass Recycling Event October 5-10

Looking for a place to recycle glass? The next Allegheny County and Pennsylvania Resources Council Traveling Glass Recycling Event in Senate District 38 is at North Park from Saturday, October 5th through Thursday, October 10th at the Swimming Pool Parking Lot from 7am-dusk daily!

Glass bottles, jars, and jugs can be dropped off. All colors are accepted, no color sorting is required. Containers should be empty and rinsed, with lids and labels still on. Other types of glass, such as mirrors, ceramics, window glass, etc. are NOT permitted, nor are other recyclable materials such as plastic and paper. Please discard any bags and boxes used to deliver glass off-site to keep the area around the bins clean.

Traveling Glass Recycling Returns to County Parks - Allegheny County, PA

The Week Without Driving

Hundreds of thousands of people across the Commonwealth don’t drive– whether that’s because of age, illness, access, or other factors. But what drivers and non-drivers have in common is that we all deserve a transportation system that gets us to where we’re going safely and efficiently.

Want to help raise awareness of greater mobility needs across all communities? Participate in Week Without Driving by pledging not to drive your vehicle during the week of  Monday, September 30 - Sunday, October 6. 

You can participate in the Week Without Driving as an individual, elected official, or co-sponsoring organization. Sign up and share what better mobility options mean for you at Week Without Driving PGH. 

Etna Community Care Fair
Fugh Hall, Saturday, October 5, 2024, 10 am - 12 noon

Have you ever urgently needed help, or been a bystander when someone was in crisis? Did you have what you needed? Etna Community Care Fair will help prepare you should a crisis arise. Chat and learn with first responders and community care experts, neighbors who grow food locally, and more!

STEM Workshop for Girls!

Google.org is sponsoring a two-day introductory STEM workshop for girls grades 6-8 on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20, 2024. The event is at Google Pittsburgh in Bakery Square, at 6425 Penn Avenue. This is a free event and is limited to 100 participants.

The Girls in STEM Robotics Workshop will enable attendees to explore solutions to challenges through FIRST LEGO design and coding. Students will  use the scientific method to test, observe, and revise designs and code. Girls will be paired with a peer to design and build FIRST LEGO robots that they code with color, ultrasonic, and touch sensors. The girls will also have the opportunity to meet and hear about the STEM journeys of Google employees. The weekend ends with a robot challenge competition.

This workshop is for beginners or girls who have limited experience with robotics. For more information and to register online, click here.

As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have by phone at 412-364-0469 (Ross Office), 724-224-2131 (Harrison Office) or by email at [email protected]. My staff will return your call/email within 24 hours (Monday-Friday).

Senator Lindsey Williams