Scam Targeting Bucks County Property Owners

The Bucks County Planning Commission has issued a warning about a scam targeting property owners currently working with the Commission. Fraudulent emails have been sent—first identified in April and again earlier this month—claiming to request payment for an “application approval fee.”

In both instances, the emails appeared to come from the Commission’s board chair. However, Bucks County officials confirm that neither the board chair nor board members send official communications regarding application approvals or fee payments.

This type of scam mirrors similar schemes reported across the country, often associated with wire transfer fraud, where victims are tricked into transferring large sums of money that are often unrecoverable.

Key safety reminders:

• Do not click on any links.
• Do not download any attachments.
• Do not follow instructions provided in the message.

These emails are fraudulent and are not from the Bucks County Planning Commission. The county does not request payments via email in this manner.

To protect yourself:

• Guard your personal information carefully.
• Be cautious of unsolicited emails requesting payment.
• If you receive a suspicious message, contact the county directly at (215) 345-3400—not the number listed in the suspicious email.

Vigilance is essential.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission will begin bridge construction on Newportville Road in Bristol and Bensalem townships, starting Tuesday.

Please be aware of the following traffic restriction:

• Tuesday, September 2 – Friday, October 3
  Newportville Road will be closed 24/7 between Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road.
  A detour will be in place using Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road.
  Local access will be maintained.

Motorists should allow extra travel time, as backups and delays are expected. All work is weather dependent.

View the location and detour map here.

The Mentor-Protégé Program, launched by the Department of General Services in May 2024, pairs experienced contractors with small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses to help them grow, compete, and win state contracts.  

Companies that participate in the year-long program become part of a “cohort.” The second cohort began this week and is comprised of vendors approved under PA’s Consulting Services Invitation to Qualify contract.  

Additional cohorts will be added to the MPP soon. Interested firms can learn more and apply online. If your company is not a current ITQ vendor with PA, you should begin the ITQ prequalification process to become eligible. For questions, please contact Charlie White, MPP Manager. 

To be eligible for the MPP: 

• Mentors must be active PA prime contractors in good standing with at least one contract award of $300,000 or more in the past three years. 

• Protégés must be verified as a Small Diverse Business (SDB) or Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) by DGS and listed on Consulting Services ITQ. 

Expanding the MPP is part of the Shapiro-Davis Administration’s broader effort to open doors for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds. Earlier this summer, DGS also launched new Micro and Midsize Business Programs. 

Bristol Township, in collaboration with Falls Township and the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, is conducting a D&L Trail Crossing Study aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and connectivity at six key road crossings along the trail.

The D&L Trail spans over 165 miles—from Wilkes-Barre to Bristol—and connects with the Circuit Trails and the East Coast Greenway. Locally, several points where the trail intersects with roads currently lack safe infrastructure such as crosswalks and signage, creating challenges for pedestrians and cyclists.

The six crossings included in the study are:

• Old Bristol Pike
• Wheatsheaf Road
• Mill Creek Road
• Haines Road
• Edgely Road
• Airport Road

Community input is critical.

Residents are encouraged to share their experiences at these crossings to help inform concept designs, which will be presented later this year.

The D&L Trail Crossings Tour will take place from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 4. Walk or bike the trail with the project team or stop by any of the six crossings to provide input directly.

For more information, to view the interactive project map, and to complete the community survey, visit: D&L Trail Crossing Study StoryMap.

As we approach the General Election on Tuesday, November 4, here are some key dates to

remember:

• Monday, October 20 – Last day to register to vote
• Tuesday, October 28 – Last day to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot
• Tuesday, November 4 – Election Day: Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters

must be in line by 8 p.m. to cast their ballot.

• 8 p.m. on November 4 – Deadline for mail-in and absentee ballots to be received.

To register to vote or request a mail-in or absentee ballot, visit

vote.pa.gov.

?? Scam Jam: How to Protect Yourself from Scams and Identity Theft

Learn how to spot, stop, and report scams targeting older adults — and keep your personal info safe.

?? Friday, September 5
?? 10 a.m.
?? Bristol Township Senior Center
2501 Bath Road, Bristol

?? Let us know if you'll be attending
?? (267) 580-2660
?? RepDavis@pahouse.net

??? Fall Shredding Event

Safely dispose of your old documents and protect your personal information.

?? Saturday, September 13
?? 10 a.m. – noon
?? Ben Franklin Middle School
6403 Mill Creek Rd, Levittown

?? RSVP by phone or email to help us plan for your visit
?? (267) 580-2660
?? RepDavis@pahouse.net

?? Annual Senior Expo
A free, informative event offering resources, health care info, scam prevention tips, and much more.

?? Wednesday, October 15
?? 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
?? Bucks County Technical High School
610 Wistar Road, Fairless Hills

?? Connect with representatives from state, county, and local agencies — or just stop by to say hello!

?? Please RSVP so we can prepare to welcome you
?? (267) 580-2660
?? RepDavis@pahouse.net

• SEPTA Key Senior ID Card photos and applications.
• Car registrations, special tags, disability placards, titles, and driver’s license applications.
• Information on financial assistance for higher education.
• Obtaining and completing state forms.
• Unemployment compensation.
• Troubleshooting issues or delays with Department of Human Services (food, medical and income assistance).
• PA state income tax questions or problems.
• Complaints or issues with insurance companies.
• Renewal of state-issued licenses or certifications.
• Property Tax/Rent Rebate forms for qualifying seniors, widows and widowers, and people with disabilities.
• PACE prescription cards for seniors. 
• Liquor Control Board concerns and questions.
• Citations honoring local people for outstanding accomplishments or family milestones.
• Information about any state or local government agency.
• Answers to questions about the Veterans Property Tax Exemption.
• Information about our local communities.

Call my office at (267) 580-2660 or email me for help.

Sincerely,

Rep. Tina Davis
141st Legislative District

Office: RepDavis@pahouse.net
Office: (267) 580-2660

Proudly serving Bucks County, including  Bristol Township and Bristol Borough. 

Pennsylvania State Capitol

331 Main Capitol Building

Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-4903

District Office

3611 Green Lane
Levittown, PA 19057

(267) 580-2660