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Archive | August, 2014

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

In June, the Environmental Protection Agency introduced a proposal to set the first-ever limits on carbon pollution from existing power plants. This week, the EPA will hold public hearings in four major cities to obtain feedback on this historic regulation. The EPA’s proposal will protect future generations from unchecked climate change. Power plants are responsible […]

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Education highlights from 2014-15 Budget

Pre-kindergarten investments PA Pre-K Counts receives an additional $10 million Head Start receives $39.1 million Early intervention programs for children ages 3-5 with developmental disabilities receive $237.5 million Ready to Learn Block Grant Half of this $200 million grant will be distributed through the former Accountability Block Grant. The remainder is allocated through a “student-focused […]

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President’s Message — July/August 2014

SUMMER PLANNING SEASON Here’s hoping that you are finding time to relax, regroup and enjoy this summer season. You will need your rest for the coming year. Our Spring Annual Luncheon at the Downingtown Country Club was enjoyed by all with the celebration of our League’s 50-Year Members. Our appreciation and admiration was warmly extended […]

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Vacant Precincts and Positions Needed

Attention Chester County Voters The County needs your help in staffing Precinct Election Boards listed below. Please call the County at 610.344.6410 if you wish to work on Election Day. Thank you! PRECINCT POSITION 024 East Bradford South 2 JUDGE OF ELECTION 024 East Bradford South 2 MINORITY INSPECTOR 025 West Bradford 1 MAJORITY INSPECTOR […]

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Sept. 6: Celebrating the Right to Vote!!

Historic Guest Appearance, W.C. Mayor’s Remarks, LUNCH by Arianna’s of West Chester, Comedienne Sandi Chadwick, Dramatic Reading, Grace Notes Singers, Door Prize Drawings (Mayor Comitta)*, Your Vote Counts! (Barbara McIlvaine-Smith), K-9 Unit Demonstration (Sheriff Bunny Welsh)

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