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Crozer bankruptcy shines light on expense to patients and staff

(Jan 14, 2025)

As you may have heard, Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Crozer Health System, declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Saturday night, triggering a restructuring of Prospect’s network of hospitals including Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Taylor Hospital and the previously closed Springfield and Delaware County Memorial hospitals. While I’m disappointed by this latest maneuver by the for-profit system, I am not surprised. Prospect has repeatedly put its investors and shareholders before patient care and medical staff for years, creating a crisis in our community that has put patients, families and frontline health care workers at risk for their health, lives and livelihood. Read more

 

Joint Statement on Prospect Medical Holdings Inc.’s National Bankruptcy Announcement

(Jan 13, 2025)

DELAWARE COUNTY, PA – January 13, 2025 – Prospect Medical Holdings Inc., the parent company of the Crozer Health System, declared Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas. The bankruptcy proceedings will restructure Prospect’s network of hospitals and health networks in California, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania, including Crozer Chester Medical Center, Taylor Hospital, and the closed Springfield and Delaware County Memorial Hospitals. Prospect’s bankruptcy filing will stay current litigation against the company, including the PA Attorney General’s recent lawsuit against it and its former private equity owner, Leonard Green & Partners. Below is the Delaware County State and County leaders’ statement in response to Prospect’s bankruptcy announcement. We are fiercely disappointed but not surprised by Prospect Medical Holdings’ declaration of bankruptcy across the country yesterday. This bankruptcy leaves our community’s most vulnerable—patients, families, and frontline healthcare workers—in a precarious position, a consequence of years of mismanagement and disregard for public health. This crisis has been building since Prospect acquired the Crozer system and it used leverage to extract value from the system for the benefit of its investors at the expense of the system's patients and staff. Delaware County has fought Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 08, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Education: Parent Pathways Grant Who May Apply: Postsecondary institutions that award an associate degree or higher and private licensed schools. Use: To provide funding to institutions to directly support parenting students through tuition assistance, emergency funding, and wrap-around services. Funds: $1.6 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: February 3, 2025 More information: PDE Website Historical & Museum Commission: Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program Who May Apply: Certified local governments, colleges and universities, conservancies, historic preservation organizations, historical societies, local governments, museums, religious institutions, and other historical organizations. Use: Applications may apply for one construction-related or planning-related grant (not both) for sites that are listed in or eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Construction related grants are available for rehabilitation, preservation, and restoration activities for historic resources that are publicly accessible and under nonprofit or local government ownership. Planning related grants are available for planning and development initiatives that enhance historic preservation in communities. Please note, special consideration will be given to projects that promote the United States Semiquincentennial celebration in 2026 . Funds: Construction grants are available Read more

 

Krueger takes oath for new legislative term as state representative

(Jan 07, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 7 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger took the oath of office in the state House chamber today for another term representing the 161 st Legislative District in Delaware County. Krueger was first elected in 2015, when she made history as the first woman to represent the 161 st Legislative District. The noon swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of the 2025-26 session of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Krueger also was re-elected by her peers to serve on the House Democratic Caucus leadership team, where she’ll continue to serve as caucus administrator. “Serving as a state representative for the residents of Delaware County and the 161 st Legislative District is an honor and a privilege,” Krueger said. “I work hard every day to fight for our community in Harrisburg on issues that impact people’s everyday lives and have brought back millions of our tax dollars to invest in economic development, cultural and transportation projects in the district. “House Democrats are returning in the majority this session, where we’ll continue to work to advance legislation that focuses on the needs of working families, students and seniors while building stronger, safer communities. I look forward to a productive session for the people of Pennsylvania.” Pa. Supreme Court Chief Justice Debra Todd administered the oath of office for Read more

 

2024 By the Numbers

(Jan 07, 2025)

This week's email offers a snapshot of the constituent service work that was done in 2024 by the caring and dedicated staff in my district office. Our Brookhaven office is one of the busiest in the Commonwealth and these numbers prove it. From PennDOT and SEPTA services to Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and more, my office is here to help you! Read more

 

This week's office hours, upcoming events and more

(Dec 31, 2024)

Last Thursday evening, on December 26th, there was an emergency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland when a fire in the Mechanical Room led to the evacuation of 33 patients to nearby hospitals. Crozer staff, first responders and Delaware County’s emergency response and hazmat teams responded quickly and it’s a miracle that no one was injured. Read more

 

2025 Capitol Scenes Calendar

(Dec 30, 2024)

Download and print this 2025 calendar which contains scenes from our beautiful state Capitol. Read more

 

Holiday office hours, state program news and more

(Dec 23, 2024)

On Friday our office staff gathered at Pendle Hill in Wallingford for a retreat to reflect on our work this past year and plan together to serve our neighbors in the year to come. Pendle Hill is a Quaker retreat center on a beautiful campus and I’m grateful that this nonprofit is in the 161st Legislative District. I am so thankful that they opened their space to us so we could focus on the important work of serving you. Read more

 

State grant help, upcoming events and more

(Dec 17, 2024)

Getting state resources and funding back to you and our community is one of my top priorities as your state representative. I work hard to leverage my knowledge of state grant programs and funding opportunities that align with the goals and needs of local organizations and our local municipalities. Fostering these connections works to enhance community services, drive economic growth and address the challenges facing our communities Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 17, 2024)

Below are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Community and Economic Development: Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program Who May Apply: Community-based non-profit organizations with a history of at least 3 years operating experience, educational institutions, and non-profit economic development organizations with a history of at least 3 years operating experience. Use: Creation or support of a Business Assistance Service Center for the purpose of serving small, historically disadvantaged businesses. Funds: $20 million in funding was appropriated in the 2024/25 state budget. Application Deadline: January 22, 2025 More information: DCED Website Council on the Arts: Entry to Arts Organizations and Arts Programs (EAOAP) Who May Apply: Non-profit agencies with a history of at least two years of consistent arts programming in Pennsylvania and an annual average arts revenue over $200,000. Use: Entry track is the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts’ (PCA) point of entry for organizations or programs to the AOAP. Applicants must apply in Entry track until recommended for AOAP, which is based on panel review and assessment totals Funds: Grants totaling $5,000 will be awarded. Application Deadline: February 15, 2025 More information: Arts Website Council on the Arts: Arts Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 12, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Environmental Protection: WIIN 2107: Voluntary School and Childcare Lead testing and Reduction Grant Who May Apply: Childcare facilities and schools located in Pennsylvania with lead in drinking water sample results within 36 months of the application date showing water fixtures exceeding the remediation trigger level of 5 ppb (parts per billion). Use: Reduction activities may include purchasing and installing hydration stations, point-of-use devices designed to remove lead or replacement of faucets. The primary goal of this grant program is to reduce children's exposure to lead in drinking water. Funds: Funding under this grant has been appropriated under 1464(d) of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act. Funding provided will be up to $3,000 per hydration station per 100 students in one building. Up to $30,000 may be awarded per building/childcare facility or $100,000 per school district. Application Deadline: Applicants are strongly encouraged to schedule a pre-application meeting to discuss their lead reduction plans to ensure they meet applicable program criteria. Meetings can be scheduled by emailing RA-EPWIINLEAD@pa.gov . More information: DEP Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development organizations, redevelopment authorities, Read more

 

Shopping for energy and managing heating bills

(Dec 10, 2024)

Energy supply prices changed for all Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission-regulated electric utilities on Dec. 1. You should have been informed by your electric supplier and given information about change options. Here are some key points and tips for managing winter energy bills, including energy shopping, conservation tips and assistance programs. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 04, 2024)

Broadband Development Authority: Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program Who May Apply: Cooperative organizations, non-profit organizations, public-private partnerships, private companies, public or private utility companies, public utility districts, municipalities or units of local government, internet service providers registered through the FCC Use: Deploying and/or upgrading broadband network facilities, data collection, broadband mapping and broadband planning Funds: $1,161,778,242 in federal funding pursuant to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 is available. Application Deadline: January 21, 2025 More information: PBDA Website Department of Community and Economic Development: Local Share Account Philadelphia Who May Apply: Community Development Corporations, economic development organizations and redevelopment authorities, business improvement districts/neighborhood improvement districts, non-profit organizations with a 501(c) designation, the City of Philadelphia, the School District of Philadelphia. Any eligible organization must be located in Philadelphia. Use: Economic development projects, neighborhood revitalization projects, community improvement projects, projects in the public interest. Any eligible project must be located in Philadelphia. Funds: Grant amounts will vary based on the specific project requirements but are limited to a minimum request/award of $10,000 and a maximum Read more

 

My office can help with Property Tax/Rent Rebate and more

(Dec 03, 2024)

My office helps hundreds of senior citizens and others apply for Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program each year. Have you applied for your rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2023? I fought to include more Pennsylvanians than ever before and it's paying off for more than a half a million seniors across the state. The state Department of Revenue has already received over 523,000 claims this year, almost 25% more than last year, including nearly 103,000 first-time applicants. Read more

 

Progress on effort to save Chester Water Authority

(Nov 26, 2024)

For two years, we have been waiting for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to hear the case that would decide who has the legal authority to sell the Chester Water Authority – the City of Chester (and the Receiver, on the City’s behalf), or the Board of the Chester Water Authority. While the case was originally scheduled for a hearing in November 2022, the Receiver’s bankruptcy filing on November 11, 2022 put a hold on any other litigation on this issue and the PA Supreme Court hearing was cancelled. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Nov 21, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency: Non-profit Security Grant Who May Apply: Non-profit organizations Use: Target hardening and physical security enhancements for sites that may be a target for a terrorist or extremist attack. Funds: $210 million in FEMA dollars has been made available nationally. PEMA will serve as the grantee and subgrant funds to recipients in Pennsylvania. Application Deadline: December 16, 2024 More information: PA Grants website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Developing Satellite Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) Who May Apply: A NCA accredited CAC who, in conjunction and partnership with another county MDIT, seeks to develop a satellite CAC location within that county. Use: Supporting the development of satellite location(s) in counties in the Commonwealth that may not have enough child abuse cases to sustain an independent CAC Funds: A total of approximately $1,200,000 in state Endowment Act funds is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund approximately 4 grants. Maximum awards of $300,000 are available for the three-year project period. Application Deadline: December 2, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Department of Agriculture: Agricultural Product Promotion, Education and Export Promotion matching Grant Program Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations that Read more

 

Chester Water Authority update

(Nov 19, 2024)

Last week the Delaware County Times reported that the Receiver for the City of Chester is moving forward with his plan to monetize the city’s water assets, including the Chester Water Authority. This follows up his August 26 filing with the US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, where he first announced his plan to issue an RFP for CWA, DELCORA and the Stormwater Authority for the City of Chester. He plans to release the request for qualifications on November 20 and final submission is due January 15. While he has repeatedly said that he wants to keep CWA in public hands, I question whether that’s possible if he monetizes the system. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Nov 14, 2024)

Learn more about the multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

PA House Democratic Caucus announces Leadership Team

(Nov 12, 2024)

Meet the 2025-2026 Leadership Team fighting for every Pennsylvanian. Read more

 

More state grants, upcoming events and my re-election to House leadership team

(Nov 12, 2024)

I am honored and grateful to continue to serve as your state representative in Harrisburg for another two years. There are many challenges ahead. And I remain committed to using my voice and my vote on issues important to our Delco community, along with continuing my work to bring state tax dollars home for economic development, infrastructure, health care and community enhancement projects throughout the district. Read more

 

Crozer bankruptcy shines light on expense to patients and staff
Jan 14, 2025

Joint Statement on Prospect Medical Holdings Inc.’s National Bankruptcy Announcement
Jan 13, 2025

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 08, 2025

Krueger takes oath for new legislative term as state representative
Jan 07, 2025

2024 By the Numbers
Jan 07, 2025

This week's office hours, upcoming events and more
Dec 31, 2024

2025 Capitol Scenes Calendar
Dec 30, 2024

Holiday office hours, state program news and more
Dec 23, 2024

State grant help, upcoming events and more
Dec 17, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 17, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 12, 2024

Shopping for energy and managing heating bills
Dec 10, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 04, 2024

My office can help with Property Tax/Rent Rebate and more
Dec 03, 2024

Progress on effort to save Chester Water Authority
Nov 26, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Nov 21, 2024

Chester Water Authority update
Nov 19, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Nov 14, 2024

PA House Democratic Caucus announces Leadership Team
Nov 12, 2024

More state grants, upcoming events and my re-election to House leadership team
Nov 12, 2024