HARRISBURG, Sept. 21 – State Rep. Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery, announced that $176,000 in state funding has been awarded to support numerous trail and watershed restoration projects across the 154 th Legislative District. Funding was granted through the Commonwealth Financing Authority, an independent agency of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Nelson said $44,000 was awarded via the CFA’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program to Cheltenham Township for walkway and driveway improvements at Curtis Arboretum. Another $44,000 was awarded through the same program to Springfield Township for phase two of the Walnut Avenue Trail. Two additional $44,000 disbursements came by way of the CFA’s Watershed Restoration Protection Program, Nelson said. The first disbursement was awarded to Cheltenham Township for stream restoration at Robinson Park. The remaining funding was earmarked for the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club’s stream restoration and protection initiative. “Environmental upkeep and enhancements play a large role in helping our district thrive,” Nelson said. “So, it’s important we do everything possible to protect our local environment – greenways, trails and waterways – in order to leave a sustainable community and future for generations to come.” Read more
As always, I take seriously the responsibility of communicating with you all through these regular email communications. Receiving feedback and questions from residents makes this process all the more valuable and important. Read more
View my 2022 Summer Newsletter for all of the latest news at the state Capitol and across the district. Read more
Our community is getting a little dirty. Many of you have emailed me regarding the trash and litter on our state roads and along Rt. 309. I see the same stuff you see and it drives me crazy. Read more
This year’s budget showcased major investments in Pennsylvania’s future. Read more
Today, Friday the 12th, is the day that my 18-year-old son, Eon, moves into his college dorm in Williamsport, PA. We’re all excited for him and what his future holds, but Shareese and I were also cognizant that our role as parents is not done. It will never end, it just shifts into different form. Read more
Happy August! I hope you all are enjoying the summer. I am just coming out of quarantine from my second bout with COVID, this time with my son. Next week I will be heading out to Pittsburgh for a packed agenda Read more
It’s HOT!!! Please do make sure you keep safe and check on your neighbors on your left and on your right. Read more
It’s John from Rep. Nelson’s office. Rep. Nelson asked (bribed me with donuts and cookies) that I take over and write this week’s email blast. We here in the district office have been pretty busy working on events and projects that we hope will have a positive impact on you the constituents and the community. Read more
I’m grateful my colleagues on both sides of the aisle were able to meet on common ground to pass this budget. There is a lot to unpack in Senate Bill 1100, including the $750 million more in the budget for K-12 basic education funding, $27 million of which was earmarked for Montgomery County schools. Read more
HARRISBURG, July 7 – State Rep. Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery, released the following statement Thursday regarding the state budget. “I’m grateful my colleagues on both sides of the aisle were able to meet on common ground to get this budget passed. There is a lot to unpack in Senate Bill 1100, including the $850 million more in the budget for K-12 basic education funding, $27 million of which was earmarked for Montgomery County Schools. “The commonwealth’s crucial Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program saw an increase in funding upward of $140 million. This is much-needed funding for individuals on fixed incomes. As it stands today, this funding will provide current participants with another one-time check that is equal to 70% of what they receive in this year’s rebate. “The budget also reduced Pennsylvania’s Corporate Net Income Tax rate while closing a few loopholes, expands incentives for businesses to invest in research and development and biotech. It also increases our funding commitment to entrepreneurship through the Ben Franklin Technology Partners. We even increased the film industry tax credit. “We have increased funding in housing affordability and rehabilitation; school safety, security and mental health; public safety and violence prevention; and so much more. “In total, the budget aims to make a large impact across the commonwealth and right here Read more
Happy Fourth of July! I’m a huge fan of this holiday and the celebration of our collective declaration of independence and community. There’s something special about the unification of colonies, not just to fight a common enemy, but to build a shared nation. Read more
My job is… Complicated. I am rarely faced with issues that are either right or wrong, black or white. My job requires dealing in the gray space where sleep is lost and actions bring negative consequences. It is my honor to do this work and fight for us all, but transparency of thought is critical and goodwill is invaluable. Read more
June 13-19 is Men’s Health Week. Read more
Last weekend’s shootings on South Street in Philadelphia has again rattled our community. Read more
Last week I let you know that our colleague, Julian Morein, was moving on to the next chapter in his career at The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Read more
On Saturday, June 25, I am holding a Free Expungement Clinic co-hosted by Legal Aid of Southeastern PA and Montgomery County Public Defenders. Read more
Regarding COVID news, official cases seem to be on the rise, and anecdotally I have heard of COVID cases rising in my own personal orbit. Read more
CHELTENHAM, April 22 – State Rep. Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery, today announced two Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grants worth $2.5 million have been secured for Beth Sholom Synagogue and Salus University. “I am pleased to see this RACP funding invested into our community,” Nelson said. “The money will be used to help preserve an iconic landmark, the Beth Sholom Synagogue. It will also allow Salus University to modernize and better serve its students. I want to thank Governor Tom Wolf and all the hard-working people who helped secure this funding.” $2 million was awarded to the Beth Sholom Synagogue Preservation Foundation in Cheltenham Township. The funding will be used to repair and restore the synagogue’s dome. The building was designed by the great American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and is a National Historic Landmark. Special attention will be paid to both exterior and interior elements, including the landscaping. “As a National Historic Landmark, I am pleased to see the commonwealth invest this funding into our synagogue,” said Herb Sachs, immediate past president of the Beth Sholom Synagogue Preservation Foundation. “Our goal is to ensure the synagogue can still be used as a place of worship and future generations can continue to appreciate the architectural designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. We are grateful to Representative Nelson and Read more
My Glenside office has a new Constituent Services Advisor, Leah Abrams Read more
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