HARRISBURG, Jan. 19 – State Rep. Christina Sappey and State Sen. John Kane, both D-Chester, today announced that more than $200,000 in state grants have been awarded to the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance to help fund stream restoration efforts in Chester County. A $117,775 Commonwealth Financing Authority grant was awarded to Brandywine Red Clay Alliance to aid stream restoration at the East Branch Red Clay Creek headwaters. The goal of this project is to improve water quality in the headwaters of the East Branch of Red Clay Creek with a holistic approach implementing a stream restoration on 1,850 feet of stream, flood plain connection and expanded riparian buffer. This project is a continuation of agricultural best management practices implemented just upstream with the equine operation and crop farming to reduce the flow of nutrients and sediments to this headwater stream. Additionally, $91,700 was awarded from state Growing Greener funds to help in Pocopson Township’s Pocopson Creek Watershed Restoration Plan. This watershed assessment and planning effort will identify known impairments in the Pocopson Creek Watershed study area, assess water quality, riparian buffer habitat and land use data and make site visits for the entire stream sections to prioritize areas for restoration. The plan will also provide a road map for future restoration by identifying and prioritizing sections for riparian buffer habitat Read more
Senator John I. Kane and Representative Christina D. Sappey recently announced they have secured over $900,000 in grants dedicated to improving wastewater handling and water treatment facilities in the 158th House District. Their effort underscores an ongoing commitment to the health and safety of southern Chester County residents and the preservation of the environment. Read more
“This project is the epitome of how business, government, and nonpro?ts can form partnerships to improve the lives of our local communities,” Rep. Christina Sappey said. “I am happy to lend my support to it, and I applaud ESPN, KTA and Kennett Township for their ingenuity. Let it serve as an example of how we solve problems in our community in the future.” Read more
HARRISBURG, Dec. 14 – The PA House Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee heard testimony Wednesday about legislation that would impose more stringent requirements for the acquisition of municipal water and wastewater systems and bring more transparency to that process, Majority Chairman Rob Matzie announced. Matzie, D-Beaver, and several colleagues introduced the bill package to reform Act 12 – which was enacted in 2016 to change the way water and wastewater systems are valued for acquisition – to bring greater scrutiny and openness to these transactions. “Act 12 was originally created to give public utilities incentives to acquire failing or stressed municipal systems that could no longer provide safe, reliable service to customers, Matzie said. “Unfortunately, that’s not how the act is being used. Instead, municipalities and municipal authorities are exercising the provisions to sell healthy, well-operated systems at amounts much higher than their present value. Consumers end up footing the bill for those purchases through hugely inflated rates – without any improvement to services. “Even worse, the sales often happen with little notice to taxpayers or ratepayers, so the public is left in the dark about a pending sale until it’s too late. Our bill package would add needed guiderails to the act so that it Read more
Members of the House Democratic Caucus will hear testimony about their bill package to reform Act 12 of 2016 at a public hearing of the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee at 10 a.m. on Dec. 12 in the state Capitol building. Read more
Before a gathering of residents, staff, community members and elected officials, Kendal~Crosslands Communities celebrated its 50th anniversary on Oct. 26 at Kendal’s Longwood campus. Read more
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My Fall Newsletter should have hit your mailboxes! If it didn't you can read all about what I have been up to in Harrisburg and here in the District. Read more
Today, the Pennsylvania House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee held an informational meeting at PennVet’s New Bolton Center to learn about the challenges facing veterinary medicine in the commonwealth. Read more
The fountain outside the East Wing of the State Capitol runs pink throughout October for Breast Cancer Awareness month. House and Senate members gathered this past Tuesday at the fountain to kick off this important month. If you have a chance to visit the capital this month, make sure to visit this beautiful architectural feature on Commonwealth Avenue! Read more
Senator John I. Kane and Representative Christina Sappey are pleased to announce the allocation of grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for conservation projects in Chester County. Read more
In this month’s Coffee and the Capitol, Rep. Christina Sappey of the 158th Legislative District joins PSATS Director of Government Relations Joe Gerdes for an essential chat about focusing more on local government issues. Read more
I took a visit to Pathstone, a Non-Profit in our District. Read more
District Office Lease: $2,023.95 District Office Utilities: $265.22 Postage: $17.00 Publications/Newspaper Subscriptions: $83.92 Highland Orchards-Legislative Table Event: $35.00 Information is provided by the Chief Clerk’s Office. Rep. Sappey does not accept per diems. Read more
hear from residents daily about mental health related issues in our schools and communities. I hear about negative behavior that indicates how stressed and anxious we are. Let’s slow down. Read more
Rep. Christina Sappey is recognizing the passage of her legislation (H.B. 1210) an animal protection bill introduced with Rep. Natalie Mihalek, R-Allegheny, that would expand protection from abuse orders to include animals and house pets, ensuring the safety and well-being of both domestic violence victims and their beloved animal companions. Read more
District Office Lease: $2,023.95 District Office Utilities: $207.24 Postage: $4516.37 Publications/Newspaper Subscriptions: $47.96 District Cooler/Water Supplies : $83.25 *includes multiple months Mileage: $466.79 Parking and Tolls: $332.05 Lodging: $1170.00 Meals: $358.28 Information is provided by the Chief Clerk’s Office. Rep. Sappey does not accept per diems. Read more
Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, is recognizing the successful passage of H.B. 1231, an important bipartisan bill that would enhance Pennsylvania's commitment to preserving its rich history while effectively addressing the escalating challenges posed by climate change. Read more
State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, announced today that her free Drive-Thru Shred Event will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24 at Unionville High School, 750 Unionville Road in Kennett Square. Read more
Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, is applauding the passage of H.B. 1272, bi-partisan legislation crafted in partnership with the United Way of PA, that would implement a state-level Earned Income Tax Credit for low-income working households. Read more
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