Merski hosting ‘Hispanic Heritage’ online town hall at 6 p.m. Oct. 7

Will highlight contributions, issues of importance to Hispanic residents

ERIE, Oct. 5 – To highlight National Hispanic Heritage Month, state Rep. Bob Merski, D-Erie, is hosting a virtual town hall at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7 to highlight contributions by Erie residents of Hispanic heritage and discuss issues of importance to them.

“Erie residents of Hispanic heritage have made our community infinitely richer through their diverse multicultural influences and contributions,” Merski said. “Our live online event Oct. 7 will give us a chance to hear from and celebrate some of those residents while also providing a forum to discuss issues of importance, including how Erie can be a more inclusive community.

“I encourage everyone in the community to participate or tune in.”

Those interested in attending the live online Teams event should send their name and e-mail address to Merski’s office by emailing RepMerski@pahouse.net or calling (814) 455-6319.

The event will also be livestreamed on Merski’s Facebook page. 

For more information, those interested can contact Merski’s office at (814) 455-6319.