“I think a lot of the developments that would occur as residential, would probably not come under the purview of this legislation,” Rep. Freeman said. “The main focus is on larger developments of truly regional nature. If you think about putting in an airport, oil refinery or a large-scale warehouse, that would have a regional impact on this legislation.” Read more
Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more
“[The MAP increase] is a very promising start … for the state to step up to the plate and provide more support for municipalities.” Read more
The change would allow municipalities to hire a range of professional groups to serve as managers, said Rep. Bob Freeman, a prime sponsor for one of the bills. Read more
"For smaller communities, it becomes rather difficult to hire someone in the role of either administrator or manager," said State Rep. Robert Freeman (D-Northampton County), one of the bill's prime sponsors. "Often times salaries that are requested can be tough for a smaller community with a limited tax base." Read more
State Rep. Robert Freeman joined Northampton County and Easton officials Tuesday to promote transition to zero-emission transportation and advocate for the strongest possible federal clean car standards. Read more
Freeman says the Lehigh Valley's increase in cars on the road has led to more pollution, causing more respiratory issues, like asthma. Read more
“By using the latest electronic traffic technology, we can help to ensure that motorists, pedestrians and cyclists stay safer on our city streets. These updates also will keep traffic moving efficiently,” said Freeman. Read more
“Land banks are a transformative resource that allow affected neighborhoods and business districts to be revitalized. We should be doing everything we can as a state to encourage economic development and improve quality of life in all municipalities, big and small,” said Freeman. Read more
“This is a way for those municipalities that feel they have surplus property they can dispose of and benefit the Ukrainian people to be able to do so without receiving a surcharge for the, for the actual disposal of the property,” Rep. Freeman said. Read more
“A community’s Main Street initiative often just gets started with implementing its revitalization plan when the funding ends, undermining the ability to realize the plan’s objectives," Freeman, D-Northampton, said. Read more
"With the addition of this needed option of a program extension, communities would be better positioned to fully succeed in their objectives for revitalization and enhancements to downtown commercial areas,” said Freeman. Read more
Freeman said Pennsylvania is currently experiencing a considerable teacher shortage and it’s possible that his program may encourage students to consider going into teaching after their experience as a tutor. Read more
State Rep. Robert L. Freeman, D-Northampton, said the study could help maintain the balance between conservation and development. Read more
“What teachers are looking for are options and new ideas and First in Math is a proven, fun learning tool that could help boost math learning and interest in school,” Freeman said. Read more
“Expanding access to this transformative resource would revitalize affected neighborhoods and business districts, as well as encourage economic development and improve quality of life in all municipalities, big and small,” said Freeman. Read more
"The change would provide earlier disclosure and greater transparency on who is contributing to candidates for the General Assembly," said Freeman. Read more
State Rep. Bob Freeman (D., Northampton), who chairs the House Local Government Committee, told Spotlight PA that the proposed funding increase “is a very promising start … for the state to step up to the plate and provide more support for municipalities.” Read more
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