Your vote is your voice: Speak up | Opinion

(Sep 01, 2024)

Improving access to the voting booth is one of my top priorities as a representative in Harrisburg. Because voting is critical to sustaining and strengthening our democracy. And elections impact daily life in our communities, in our state and in our country. People around the world, and right here in the United States, have died fighting to secure the right to vote. Read more

 

Seniors, lawmakers gather for groundbreaking of brand new affordable housing in West Philly

(Aug 29, 2024)

WEST PHILADELPHIA - Affordable housing is important now more than ever. Lawmakers and organizations came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of a senior housing development and it will include a wide range of amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents. Read more

 

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

(Aug 26, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Endowment Act – Treatment and Training Who May Apply: Eligibility of these funds is open to any for-profit entity, non-profit entity, an entity affiliated with a CAC or MDIT (e.g., public agency or hospital), or unit of local government. Schools (including colleges and universities) are considered governmental units and are eligible to apply. Use: To support the training of medical and mental healthcare providers who treat children and adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Funds: A total of $200,000 in Endowment Act funding is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund approximately four projects with budgets not to exceed $50,000 over the 2-year project period. Application Deadline: October 4, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Agriculture: Farm Vitality Planning Grant Who May Apply: Farmers, prospective farmers, and others may apply. Use: Strategic business planning to expand or diversify farms or support transition of ownership. Funds: $500,000 in funding is available. Grants shall not exceed $7,500. Application Deadline: Applications will be received until funds are exhausted. More information: Pennsylvania Bulletin Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Recruitment Incentives for Law Enforcement Who May Apply: Local law enforcement agencies, campus or university police, railroad or street Read more

 

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

(Aug 20, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County: Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund Who May Apply: Municipalities, authorities, councils of government, non-profits and for-profit businesses in Allegheny County. Use: Economic development projects, infrastructure development projects, job training, community improvement projects, public safety projects, and public interest projects. Funds: Project budgets must be between $150,000 and $500,000. Application Deadline: August 30, 2024 More information: RAAC Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2024-25 Advanced Law Enforcement Training Initiative Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to non-profit organizations with experience in facilitating and hosting in-person law enforcement trainings in Pennsylvania. Use: To support advanced comprehensive evidence-based training courses for law enforcement. Funds: A total of $80,000 in Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund one grant with a budget not to exceed $80,000 over the one-year project period. Application Deadline: August 29, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Project Safe and Smart 2025 Who May Apply: Community-based organizations that can successfully demonstrate their reach and partnership with K-12 school entities. Preference will be given to applicants that demonstrate that they Read more

 

Dem committee meets to discuss psychological abuse in the workplace

(Aug 19, 2024)

Dem committee meets to discuss psychological abuse in the workplace Read more

 

Honoring Our Veterans

(Aug 16, 2024)

Join us as we honor those who've served our nation! Read more

 

Harvest Festival

(Aug 16, 2024)

Join us for our annual Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 31st!Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.Location: 5736 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 Enter of the 58th Street side.We want to ensure that our youngest constituents can safely enjoy their Halloween. Come in costume for an afternoon full of fun with free food, games, bounce houses and face painting. There will also be information on PennDot, Dept of Human Service and employment support.Co-sponsored by The Common Place, Salt & Light and the 12th District Cops & Kids Read more

 

Delco Back to School Fair

(Aug 16, 2024)

Don’t miss our Delco Back to School community resource fair Wednesday Aug. 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Park Lane Elementary School, 1300 Park Lane, Darby, PA 19023.This event is ONLY for students in the William Penn School District. Please note that once supplies are gone, they are GONE! Read more

 

Philly Back to School Fair

(Aug 16, 2024)

We will be distributing backpacks and related supplies from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29 at my district office, located at 149 S. 60th St. This event is only for residents of Philadelphia. Please note that once supplies are gone, they are GONE! Read more

 

It’s almost time for Back to School!

(Aug 16, 2024)

Will I be seeing you at our upcoming events? Read more

 

How this Philly mom is getting childcare help through a Biden-Harris initiative

(Aug 15, 2024)

Rep. Joanna McClinton, PA Speaker of the House, stated: “This is great news for families, but also for businesses and employers who depend on workers having safe, reliable child or dependent care so employees can go to work.” Read more

 

McClinton hearing explores options to address workplace bullying

(Aug 14, 2024)

Everyone deserves to be safe at work – that means free from physical harm as well as mental or psychological abuse Read more

 

McClinton, Policy Committee emphasize need for workplace safety

(Aug 14, 2024)

“Everyone deserves to be safe at work – that means free from physical harm as well as mental or psychological abuse,” said McClinton, who represents portions of Delaware County and Philadelphia. “While there are laws on the books to protect workers from environmental hazards, we need to do more to protect people from workplace psychological hazards like bullying and oppressive treatment that create toxic work environments and cause undue stress and anxiety for workers.” Read more

 

Workplace bullying isn’t illegal in PA, lawmakers aim to change that

(Aug 14, 2024)

Workplace bullying and psychological abuse are not illegal in Pennsylvania, but lawmakers raised the issue during a policy committee hearing Wednesday. Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District

(Aug 13, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety and Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: Eligible school entities as defined under 24 P.S. §13-1314.1-B of the PA Public School Code. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: $100 million is available to be distributed via a formula that stipulates school districts are to receive $100,000 base average and an additional amount based on their 22/23 Adjusted Average Daily Membership. Other eligible school entities are to receive $70,000. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools Who May Apply: Nonpublic schools as defined under Section 924.3-A of the PA Public School Code, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, or approved vendors. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: A total of $19,665,000 in state school safety and security funds is being announced to support this initiative. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PennDOT: Rail Freight Assistance Program/Rail Transportation Assistance Program Who May Apply: Railroad company, transportation organization, municipality, municipal authority, user Read more

 

A downpayment on our future

(Aug 09, 2024)

It’s the time of year when kids and families anxiously prepare to go back to school, and this year Philadelphia schools will be better equipped than ever to offer every student the education they need to graduate college and career ready. Read more

 

Get Ready to Head Back to School!

(Aug 08, 2024)

Get Ready to Head Back to School! Read more

 

Mark your calendars for these awesome events happening in OUR community!

(Aug 02, 2024)

Southwest Shred Day is TODAY! Read more

 

Philadelphia leaders tout impact state budget will have on public education

(Jul 25, 2024)

Education and political leaders joined Thursday at the G.W. Childs School in the Point Breeze section of South Philadelphia to discuss the positive impacts the state budget will have on education and Philadelphia public schools. Read more

 

Guest column: Pennsylvania 2024-25 budget a down payment on our future

(Jul 21, 2024)

Pennsylvania 2024-25 budget a down payment on our future Read more