State Rep. Leslie Rossi
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Recent News About State Rep. Leslie Rossi
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State grants awarded to first responders in Pennsylvania's 59th District
Rep. Leslie Rossi of Westmoreland announced that fire companies and emergency medical services agencies in the 59th District have been awarded state grants totaling nearly $352,000.
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Mountain Watershed Association secures $72K for trail improvements
Rep. Leslie Rossi has announced that the Mountain Watershed Association (MWA) received $72,000 in funding from Pennsylvania's Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP).
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School safety grants awarded to 59th District schools
Rep. Leslie Rossi has announced that schools in the 59th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $857,000 in grants.
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Rossi announces nearly $2.8 million in state grants for local improvement projects
Rep. Leslie Rossi has announced that nearly $2.8 million in grants have been approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for projects within the 59th Legislative District. The grants, sourced from gaming funds under Act 71 of 2004, aim to support economic development, job training, community improvement, and public interest projects.
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Rossi secures $1M grant for Ligonier Valley School District HVAC improvements
HARRISBURG - Representative Leslie Rossi has announced a $1 million grant for the Ligonier Valley School District to improve its high school's HVAC system. The funding, sourced from the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Public School Facility Improvement Grant program, aims to enhance air quality and safety standards within the school.
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Marcellus Shale impact fees bring over $1.4 million to Westmoreland County
Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) announced today that more than $1.4 million in impact fees paid by Marcellus Shale drilling companies will benefit residents of the 59th Legislative District.
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Bridge dedication ceremony honors military veterans: Rep. Leslie Rossi
On May 9, 2024, Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) announced a community event to honor two local veterans through the dedication of a bridge. The bridge, which carries State Route 711 over Loyalhanna Creek in Ligonier Township, will be named the Sgt. Alvin P. Carey and Pvt. John C. Ewing Medal of Honor Memorial Bridge.
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Rossi Commemorates Medal of Honor Recipients Through Bridge Dedication
LIGONIER TOWNSHIP – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) will lead a bridge dedication ceremony in Ligonier Township to honor the heroic acts of two Medal of Honor recipients, Sgt. Alvin P. Carey and Pvt. John C. Ewing. The ceremony is set to take place on Saturday, May 11, at 11 a.m. at the Ligonier Valley Cemetery Chapel.Rossi expressed her gratitude, stating, "We are paying tribute to the enduring spirit of two remarkable men from Westmoreland County who have served our nation with valor and distinction. I am grateful to everyone who made this deserving dedication...
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Latrobe Municipal Authority Awarded Low-Interest Loan, Says Rossi
HARRISBURG – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) announced today the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded a nearly $2.6 million low-interest loan to the Latrobe Municipal Authority to upgrade the wastewater treatment plant.“Much of the existing equipment is old and nearing the end of its useful life,” said Rossi. “This low-interest loan is important because untreated or poorly treated wastewater can pose health risks. The much-needed upgrades will help speed up the way water is purified.”The improvements include replacing failing electrical...
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Rossi Announces Funding for Improvement Projects in the 59th District
On March 26, 2024, Rep. Leslie Rossi of the 59th Legislative District in Pennsylvania revealed the allocation of over $950,000 for community enhancement projects. Rossi expressed her enthusiasm for the funding, emphasizing its significance in various areas such as security, water systems, infrastructure, and safety.Rossi highlighted the importance of investing in the district to stimulate business growth and job opportunities, stating, "It is necessary we invest in communities that make up the 59th District because it will attract business growth and provide jobs. I...
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Rossi Announces Grants to First Responders in the 59th District
Fire and emergency response organizations in the 59th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $320,000 in grants from the state, Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) announced today. The funding comes from an ongoing grant program created by the Legislature and administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). "First responders not only risk their lives, but they also sacrifice much of their time to protect our communities," said Rossi. "We thank all our first responders, from our firefighters,...
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Rossi Announces Nearly $85,000 in CTC Grants for Westmoreland County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) has announced that the Eastern Westmoreland Career and Technical Center will receive $84,945 in funding through the Career and Technical Education Equipment Grants Program. This funding will be used to expand and improve access to first-class equipment and educational advantages for the students.“I am pleased to have advocated for this local funding,” said Rossi. “It’s a priority to offer multiple avenues for students to demonstrate educational achievement, especially students enrolled in career and technical education. It...
