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Permit Approved – Work to Begin on Route 611!

I’m thrilled to announce that the National Park Service has approved the necessary permit for PennDOT to begin the work on Route 611. This agreement marks a crucial step toward reopening a roadway that has been closed since December 6, 2022, causing significant disruptions for residents, businesses, and commuters. The work includes installing a temporary rockfall barrier, which will allow traffic to flow through the affected three-mile section. With the permit from the National Park Service now officially approved, PennDOT estimates that the work will take approximately eight to ten weeks to complete.

I will keep you updated on the progress of the temporary work and the development of plans for a permanent resolution.

Join Us at the New Farmers Market in Jefferson Township!

I am excited to announce tomorrow, Saturday, August 17, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., we will be hosting a farmers market at the Jefferson Township Fire Department, located at 405 Cortez Road, Jefferson Township.

The market will feature local produce vendors (accepting senior vouchers), basket raffles, community resources, and more. In collaboration with the event, the Wright Center will be providing free health screenings as well.

The farmers market is free and open to the public – I look forward to seeing you! It’s a chance to support our local vendors, take advantage of valuable resources, and connect with neighbors. I’m proud to be part of an initiative that not only uplifts our local agriculture but also ensures that our residents have access to the support they need.

See You at the West End Fair!

I look forward to seeing you next week at the 102^nd annual West End Fair, beginning Sunday, August 18^th until Saturday, August 24^th. My office will have a booth open daily from 12 PM – 7 PM. Stop by to say hi, offer feedback, and pick up informative materials on state-related issues.

A Closer Look at Farm Conservation Efforts

Farmers play a critical role in Pennsylvania – agriculture is our state’s top industry. They also improve our food security by reducing our dependence on food supplied by other countries.

This week, the Senate and House Agriculture and Rural Affairs committees led discussions about on-farm conservation efforts. Farmers across the state are focused on addressing food waste, pursuing manure management and, most importantly, ensuring the long-term sustainability of vital resources like our water and soil that will allow them to preserve our agricultural heritage.

To support these important initiatives, we dedicated $10 million in the state budget for conservation efforts among Pennsylvania farmers through the new Agriculture Innovation and Development Program. The program is focused on providing farmers and agribusinesses with the resources to adopt new technological practices.

Out and About Listening to You

TOP LEFT: This past weekend, I had the pleasure of recognizing Labor of Love USA Summer Basketball League’s 20th Anniversary!

TOP RIGHT: Congratulations to our newest Eagle Scout, Jordan Oney!

BOTTOM LEFT: Great to meet with our wonderful officials in Archbald Borough during their annual National Night Out.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Always a wonderful time at the annual Wayne County Fair. Here, I am pictured with Senator Lisa Baker.

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