E-News: Thank you for attending my Veterans Lunch; Calling those connected to the Battle of the Bulge

Rep. Heather Boyd November 22, 2024 | 4:42 PM

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Dear Neighbor,

As we approach the holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to greet both our longtime email subscribers as well as our new ones.

We’ve recently switched to a new email program, and for those who have received our emails in the past, much of what you see will look familiar. For those new to our updates, welcome! I send periodic emails to keep residents informed about local and state issues that impact our communities. If you would like to unsubscribe, please click here.

If you ever need assistance or have questions regarding state or local issues, please don't hesitate to reach out. You can contact my office by email at RepBoyd@pahouse.net, call us at (484) 200-8262, or visit us at 6 South Springfield Road, Unit A, Clifton Heights, PA 19018-2234.

Thank you for attending my Veterans Lunch

Thank you to everyone who attended this week’s Veterans Lunch. Your presence is a testament to the strength, courage and sacrifice you have demonstrated in service to our country. It was a pleasure and honor to acknowledge the countless ways your dedication has shaped the freedoms we enjoy every day. Whether in times of conflict or peace, your commitment has been a beacon of hope and security for all of us, and for that, we are eternally grateful.

Your stories, experiences and ongoing service inspire us all to strive for greater unity and purpose. Thank you for honoring us with your presence and allowing us the privilege of expressing our heartfelt thanks.

Veterans Day parades liven up our streets

It was a tremendous honor to march in the Veterans Day Parade in Media this year!

Veterans Day and every day, we recognize the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of our veterans. These brave men and women have defended our country, upheld our freedoms, and shown us the meaning of true service. They are our family members, friends, neighbors, and community leaders, each with their own story of resilience and commitment.

Calling all veterans of the Battle of the Bulge

Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, their families, friends and acquaintances are needed to respond to a survey, as we approach the battle’s 80th anniversary in December 2024.

Please consider participating in this survey to help commemorate the heroism and sacrifice of the 28th Infantry Division of the PA Army National Guard during the Battle.

The survey requests history and memories about the Battle. If you, a family member, or an acquaintance served during the Battle, please respond with details, locations, photos, and stories.

Thank you so much for helping to preserve this valued history in our Commonwealth!

My office is hiring

My office is hiring for a part-time constituent services advisor, who would help in the district office by providing a variety of administrative and governmental services for constituents.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed at the link below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job is 100% on site in one of my district offices. Please visit here to apply!

Shred Event was a success!

Thank you to everyone who showed up for Collingdale’s Shred Event on Nov. 9. We had a fantastic time doing right by the environment and safeguarding the identities of constituents who brought their sensitive documents for shredding.

State grants announced for local conservation projects

Congratulations are in order for the latest local recipients of Department of Conservation and Natural Resources grants! The following projects serving the 163rd Legislative District were awarded:

Glenolden, for Urban and Community Forestry in Eastern Delaware County: $276,000.

To engage communities in planting trees and build local tree stewardship capacity, prepare tree inventories and maintenance plans.

Delaware County, for Darby Creek Trail- Penn Pines and Bartram Park Connection: $57,000.

For the acquisition of two easements on approximately 3.3 acres in Darby and Yeadon boroughs and approximately 1.2 acres in Upper Darby Township to provide approximately 1.4 miles of trail for the development of the Darby Creek Trail.

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society: $1,000,000.

To coordinate urban and community forestry in Philadelphia and southeastern Pennsylvania, engage communities in planting trees and building local tree stewardship capacity in Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.

Read more here.

It’s National Apprenticeship Week

National Apprenticeship Week runs through Nov. 23. It’s a perfect opportunity to spotlight how apprenticeships can bridge the gap between the skills Service members gain during their military careers and the technical expertise needed for civilian occupations.

In Pennsylvania, there are over 1,550 registered apprenticeship programs in diverse fields, including information technology, health care, advanced manufacturing, agriculture, and the building trades. These opportunities are key to addressing workforce shortages and empowering veterans.

I encourage veterans in our community explore these programs:

• Visit the PA CareerLink Registered Apprenticeship website: https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline/apprenticeships

• Download the Department of Labor Apprenticeship for Veterans quick guide: https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline/apprenticeships

• Contact Jeanette Coleman, Job Seeker Liaison with the PA Department of Labor and Industry’s Apprenticeship and Training Office at jeancoleman@pa.gov or (717) 836-3050

State Grants List Updated

Are you a Pennsylvania citizen or organization seeking funding from the state? Here are multiple state grant programs that are open for application. Please contact my office if you have questions.

Pennsylvania also launched a new resource on PA.gov that makes it easier for residents, businesses, non-profits, schools, and local governments to find and apply to grant programs from state agencies.

You can use the new tool and search all grant opportunities here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Toys for Tots

My office will be participating in Toys for Tots this year!

Please drop off an unopened toy at my office between now and Dec. 4th, and we will make sure it makes its way to Toys for Tots, the popular U.S. Marine Corps-sponsored toy drive.

Diaper Drive runs through Dec. 13

Please consider donating new and unused packs of diapers for my Diaper Drive, which runs through Dec. 13. You can drop off at my office, 6 S. Springfield Road, Unit A, Clifton Heights, PA 19018. You can also drop off at Sen. Kearney’s office and the Lansdowne YMCA.

The drive benefits Healthy Start, Nurse-Family Partnership, WIC, and the Maternity Care Coalition.

For more information, call 484-200-1563.