HARRISBURG, Oct. 6 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, announced today that Chester Township has been awarded $125,000 and Pendle Hill School, $57,600 in state funding by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. “Modern, safe, and accessible parks are an asset to any community. They serve as areas for people of all ages and abilities to connect with one another, make memories and enjoy the beauty of our area,” Krueger said. “I’m grateful to our municipalities for applying for this funding and proud to see this investment in the 161st Legislative District, as these projects will create new recreational opportunities and improve quality of life for residents of these townships and beyond.” The grant money will be used for the following projects: $125,000 for Chester Township for rehabilitation and further development of Jacks Park in Chester Township, Delaware County. Work will include renovation of parking area; construction of pedestrian walkways and stormwater management measures; installation of play equipment with required safety surfacing; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements. $57,600 for Pendle Hill School to coordinate the school’s TreeVitalize program for years 2024-2025; engage students and community members in planting and caring for trees in Delaware County; build local tree stewardship capacity; and complete a hazard tree inventory. Read more
ASTON, Oct. 5 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, and state Sen. John Kane, D-Delaware/Chester, will host a free shredding and drug take back event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct.14. The event will take place in the Northley Middle School parking lot, located at 2801 Concord Road. Residents may bring up to four boxes of documents containing personal information. Additionally, the Delaware County District Attorney's Mobile Drug Collection Unit will be onsite collecting unwanted medications for proper disposal. Electronics will not be accepted at this event. “I'm honored to host events like this one for residents, and I'm delighted Senator Kane can join us once more. It is critical to have a secure and simple method for disposing of confidential information and unused medication,” Krueger said. “Shredding events are one of the best ways to ensure that your confidential and sensitive documents are properly disposed of and not used without your knowledge. We've also seen unused and forgotten-about medications brought to our takeback events to save the lives of those struggling with opioid addiction and to prevent prescription drug abuse.” The event is open to all residents of the 161st Legislative District, but no businesses. "Protecting the privacy of our constituents is of utmost importance, and this event provides one of the safest and most secure ways to dispose of sensitive documents," Read more
I spent this weekend in the district at various community events in Chester Township, Ridley Township, and Brookhaven Borough. This week I am back in Harrisburg and we have a busy schedule set for the fall, and I am hopeful we will see movement on some of our high-priority items like state-related university funding and increased support for individuals with disabilities. Read more
The House Fall Voting Session began today! I am excited to be back in Harrisburg, a lot of new bills have been introduced since we left Harrisburg after the first week of July. I anticipate some very busy days as we evaluate and vote on bills that will move Pennsylvania forward. Read more
Join me this Thursday, 9/21, for my annual Senior Expo! This is a great event with fantastic information and resources for seniors! Share this with the seniors in your life and I hope to see you there! Read more
Last week I was busy hosting events in our district and meeting with constituents. I’m grateful to have a few weeks at home this month to spend time in my District office and engage with neighbors before we head back to voting session on September 26th. Read more
PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: COVID Mitigation for Counties Who May Apply : This funding is available to 66 Pennsylvania counties. Each county’s Criminal Justice Advisory Board will be responsible for coordinating the application for their county and local confinement facilities, as funding is limited to that purpose. Use : Per the requirements of the CDC’s award, this grant has 15 allowable activities which are designed to detect, diagnose, trace, and monitor SARS–CoV–2 and COVID–19 infections, and mitigate the spread of COVID–19 in confinement facilities. These activities include hiring personnel related to testing/mitigation efforts, purchasing laboratory equipment used for COVID-19 testing, purchasing supplies, test kits, and other tools related to rapid identification of COVID-19, contracting with testing agencies, purchasing software and technology to track COVID-19, and other related activities. Funds : A total of $9,624,626 is available to 66 counties. Application Deadline : September 19, 2023 More information : PCCD Website Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2024-25 Medical Marijuana Act Enforcement Who May Apply : Eligibility for these funds is open to municipalities and regional police departments proposing to implement projects and programs Read more
Join my office tomorrow for Medicare 101 to learn what you need to know if you are soon-to-be Medicare eligible. Read more
Wishing our students, teachers, and school faculty the best of luck as we start a new school year! Read more
Check out my weekly email newsletter! Get ready for another fantastic week of opportunities and connections with our jam-packed newsletter. Read more
PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Economic Development: Keystone Communities Program Who May Apply : Units of local government, redevelopment and/or housing authorities, nonprofit organizations to include economic development organizations, housing corporations, etc., community development corporations, business improvement districts, neighborhood improvement districts, and similar organizations incorporated as authorities. Use : Multiple uses, including: Planning grants (address a particular need or circumstance within a community, undertake a study relevant to an identified need, or study the results of implementing a specific activity) Implementation grants (assist designated KC program communities in implementing critical components of their approved Five-Year Strategy) Façade grants (to stimulate private investment in properties, foster an attractive environment, and preserve the architectural heritage of properties and communities. The grant funds may be used for primary street-facing, exterior building improvements in a defined target area of a downtown or neighborhood such as storefront signs, exterior façade painting, design assistance, etc.) Development grants (available to fund a variety of physical improvements, see program guidelines for full list) Public improvement grants (available to assist communities in a variety of development projects to help Read more
DELAWARE COUNTY, Aug. 17 – State Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, today applauded the Shapiro administration for investing more than $360,000 into area schools to promote and purchase fresh produce and vegetables for students. “We know that teaching our kids healthy eating habits from an early age is critical to maintaining a healthy relationship with food for a lifetime,” Kazeem said. “This program funding is a continued investment in Pennsylvania children and dovetails with Governor Shapiro’s free school breakfast initiative.” The funds were awarded under the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Schools in the 159th and 161st legislative districts to receive funding are: Chester-Upland School District Main Street School $23,400 Chester Upland School of the Arts $31,392 Stetser Elementary School $18,792 Edgmont Scholars Academy $26,136 Ridley School District Eddystone Elementary School $17,352 Woodlyn Elementary School $21,240 Chester Community Charter School Building A $32,832 Building A West $22,896 Building B East $9,576 Building B West $26,280 Building C East $29,520 Building C West $28,224 Building D East $29,376 1100 Main St. Read more
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An estimated 1 in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property waiting for them, according to the Pennsylvania Treasury. My office can help you find out if you are one of them!I’m holding an unclaimed property search event this week. Just call my office at 610-534-6880 and we can help you with the search. Read more
This week I joined my colleagues from across the Commonwealth for a series of policy tours focused on funding public schools. The disparity between districts is real: we saw an award-wining school and schools that have unsafe electrical systems and asbestos exposure that put teachers and students at risk. We are fighting hard to save our schools. Read more
PHILADELPHIA, July 31 – On the first stop of a statewide tour, educators, advocates, labor leaders and concerned parents joined members of the Pennsylvania House Majority Leadership team and the House Majority Policy Committee in seeking answers to repair and reform funding for public schools. “This is not a Republican issue or a Democratic issue, and it is not a city issue or a rural issue – it’s a Pennsylvania issue,” Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, said. “Equitably funding schools is about investing in Pennsylvania’s future and ensuring that every student regardless of the neighborhood they live in has the tools to thrive academically, socially, and civically. Our state’s future starts now, and it’s time to equitably and adequately fund our public schools.” A Commonwealth Court judge ruled in February the state fell short of its constitutional obligation to students in the most underserved school districts , violating students’ rights to a “comprehensive, effective, and contemporary” education. “In Pennsylvania, we have teachers being tasked with leading but lacking even the basic supplies needed to succeed,” Majority Leader Matt Bradford, D-Montgomery, said. “We have schools unable to hire enough counselors and nurses to serve the needs of its children. We have told generations you can achieve if you excel in Read more
Today was a fantastic day to get out of the office and deliver services to our community. Thank you to everyone in Upland Borough who took the time to talk with me and my staff as we made our ways through the neighborhoods! Read more
Check out this week's email for details on today's event in the district! Join me today at my Upland Borough Mobile Office Hours or donate to save a life at the Chester Township Blood Drive.As well as an important notice from SEPTA and other upcoming events! Read more
I returned from the Capitol on Friday night after five weeks back-to-back in voting session. While the budget is now passed, we’re in an unusual holding pattern because of the Senate’s refusal to sign it. Read more
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