| Dear Neighbor, I hope you are well! Listed below is information about the measles case reported in our area, upcoming events in our area, an update from budget hearings in Harrisburg and the questions I asked each department, PHEAA webinars, a scholarship opportunity, and more! Check it all out by scrolling down!
As always, I hope you find the information below informative and useful. | Just under two months to go! I'm happy to announce that my Senior Fair this year is on Thursday, May 1, from 10 am to 1 pm in Hall D of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center! Stop by to learn about senior programs, opportunities, resources and speak with state, federal, county, and local departments
To RSVP for this event, please call my office at 484-200-8263 or visit this website: https://forms.gle/wdyNGXTCJbHfNsRK8 | PSA: There has been one confirmed case of measles reported in Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Dept. of Health & Human Services is currently investigating and completing contact tracing. The following locations and dates were listed as confirmed visit locations during the individual's infectious period: - February 25-26, 2025
China Airlines Airport Shuttle Bus
Departing JFK Airport Terminal 4, arriving at North Philadelphia, Pho Ha Saigon, 757 Adams Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120
From February 25 at 9:30 p.m. to February 26 at 3:15 a.m.
- February 26, 2025
True North Pediatrics Associates of Plymouth
3031 Walton Rd., #C101, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
11:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
- February 26, 2025
CHOP King of Prussia Campus Emergency Department
550 S. Goddard Boulevard, King of Prussia, PA 19406
12:52 p.m. - 3:02 p.m. It's important know your own risks and to contact a health care specialist if you believe that you or someone you know may have visited any of those locations within two hours of the infectious period. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.montgomerycountypa.gov/4507/Measles | PHEAA is offering another series of webinars in March that include financial aid planning and understanding offer letters and balances! Check out the graphic for details about the webinar, dates, and times! To register, please visit the link below! https://www.pheaa.org/virtual/ | | PA House Scholarship Program | Scholarship Opportunity! The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Scholarship Program, administered through the Foundation for Enhancing Communities, is currently accepting applications for two four-year scholarships for high school seniors. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2025. Listed below are eligibility criteria: - Graduating High School Senior
- Legal Residency in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Attendance at a PA College, university, or career school as a full-time student
- Academic achievement (minimum 3.0 cumulative high school GPA)
- Commitment to community and leadership qualities
- Extracurricular activities
- Financial need
For more information and to submit an application, please visit here: https://www.tfec.org/scholarships/pahr/ | If you are unable to make it to my district office, we also have mobile office hours at the West Norriton Township Building on Wed. March 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Stop by & my staff can assist you with any state-related issues! | | PennDOT Public Comment Period | Neighbors, PennDOT has opened the 2025 Public Comment Period for feedback on transportation needs and priorities that are important to YOU! The survey is open now through April 30. Visit this website to take the survey and find more information: https://talkpatransportation.com/public-comment-period | | E-Waste Recycling Collection | On Monday, March 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Pennsylvania Resources Council will be hosting an E-Waste Recycling Collection at Elmwood Park Zoo. Save the date now and drop off any of the accepted items, including computer monitors and printers, phones, cable boxes, laptops, video game consoles, and more! There is no recycling fee; however, registration for this event is required. Click here to register and find out more information: https://prc.org/workshops-collection-events/collection-events/e-waste-recycling/. | For 30 years I served my country as a Colonel in the U.S. Air Force with honor & pride. I gladly donated my uniform and other pieces of my time in service to the Pennsylvania House Archives as part of an exhibit that honors other state representatives who have served. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/c9CpYUeu4W4?feature=shared | If you need state-related assistance, my office can help you! Check out the graphic for ways we can help or call with any questions at 484-200-826. | | Women’s History Month – March | March means it’s Women’s History Month! We’re honoring the achievements women have made throughout history and continue to make today that help shape and move our country forward. Put some time aside this month to celebrate a woman you know and learn something new about women’s history! | | International Women’s Day – March 8 | March 8 is recognized as International Women’s Day, celebrating the accomplishments of women all across the globe and continuing to advocate for women’s rights, equality, and opportunity. It’s important to honor those who came before and continue the pursuit for those to come. | | Daylight Saving – March 9 | Reminder to move your clocks an hour forwards this Sunday, it’s time to switch to Daylight Saving Time. | Firefighter Story Time from Upper Providence Township Fire Department Friday, March 14, at 9 a.m. Community Center, 499 Hopwood Road, Collegeville, PA Note: Geared toward ages 2-6, but all are welcome Welcome Spring! Scavenger Hunt from Upper Schuylkill Valley Park Saturday, March 22, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. 1615 Black Rock Road, Royersford, PA Note: For children ages 3-7, pre-registration is required. A Visit With... Betsy Ross from Historic Trappe Tuesday, March 25, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. St. Luke’s, 200 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA First Responders 5K Gauntlet from Upper Providence Police & Fire Departments Saturday, April 5, at 10 a.m. 1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA Note: Register here https://runtheday.com/register/detail/first-responders-5k-gauntlet-1-mile-kids-gauntlet/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3hhMDMAYnfcrbwhJx0lC7ucObXuitADzivB1HCbDwjfmWyoCVkhM_IXms_aem_W3AxBUqoBFMYYbSXS9Pd_A 45th Annual Spring Egg Hunt from Lower Providence Township Saturday, April 5, at 10 a.m. Eagleville Park, 100 Parklane Drive, Eagleville, PA | Pennsylvania State Capitol 125-B East Wing Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787-0419 | District Office 35 Evansburg Rd.
Collegeville, PA 19426 (484) 200-8263 | |
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