Dear Neighbor, I hope you are doing well. Happy September! As we head into the cooler months of the year, I wanted to share some updates with you, including information about upcoming events in September and October, what my staff and I have been working on, and other helpful resources. Be sure to scroll down to the community events section to see what’s happening in the district and across Montgomery County! As always, I hope you find the information below useful. | | Important Updates/Highlights | On Monday, I attended the Labor Day parade in Philadelphia with a few of my fellow elected officials, including State Representative Krueger, State Senator Haywood, and Philadelphia City Councilmember Ahmad. Together, we celebrated and walked alongside the hard-working laborers who truly form the backbone of our nation. With ongoing attacks on our workforce, defending job safety, the eight-hour workday, weekends and holidays, paid time off, and all fundamental workers’ rights has never been more important. We owe a debt of gratitude to organized labor for decades of work improving our workplaces and strengthening the employee experience. | Mitzvah Circle Foundation, a Montgomery County nonprofit that partners with hundreds of schools, charities, faith groups, agencies, organizations, and individuals to provide relief to families in crisis throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania, recently suffered a fire. A significant number of donations slated for distribution throughout the region were damaged. Members of the PA House and PA Senate have offered to serve as donation drop-off points to help replenish the most immediate critical needs. Needed items: - Sneakers (all sizes, women’s, men’s, and children’s; new or gently used)
- Underwear (women’s, men’s, and boys’; new)
- Toiletries (new)
- Baby items (new)
Please contact my office with any questions, and feel free to drop off donations Monday through Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 35 Evansburg Road. | State Senator Cappelletti’s Kids’ Fair | My staff had the pleasure of attending State Senator Cappelletti’s annual Kids’ Fair at Elmwood Park Zoo last evening. They were able to provide resources to hundreds of attendees and network with fellow participants. There was time to visit the animals, cheer for the scheduled performers, and even see a rainbow at the conclusion of the event! Many thanks to State Senator Cappelletti and her staff for hosting this amazing event each year—we can’t wait for the next one! | September Mobile Office Hours | If you’re unable to make it to my district office for state-related assistance, my staff is available for mobile office hours on the first and second Wednesday of each month. Check out the September schedule below: 📅Wed., September 10
🏢W. Norriton Township Building
🕙10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | I toured ZeroEyes in Conshohocken last week with state Reps. Nelson, Daley, Guenst and Scott. ZeroEyes is a company that uses an artificial intelligence software in security cameras to detect and verify firearms while simultaneously alerting the appropriate authorities. We had the opportunity to see their operations center in action, with the software detecting an image and a highly trained analyst—such as former law enforcement personnel or veterans—verifying whether it was a threat or nonlethal. The technology recognizes potential threats, alerts first responders for situational awareness, and assists with faster response times. | House Fellowship Program Applications | The Pennsylvania House Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 semester (January–April). This program is based in the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg, and fellows will be assigned to work in House Standing Committees or House Leadership Offices. Qualified applicants include: - College undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or law school students;
- Students enrolled in a Pennsylvania college or university, or Pennsylvania residents enrolled in an out-of-state institution; and
- Students pursuing any major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Applications are due by Wednesday, October 1, 2025, and can be emailed to: [email protected]. More information can be found at http://www.pahousefellowship.us/. | Coatesville VA Suicide Prevention Run | Neighbors, be sure to save the date! The Coatesville VA is hosting a Suicide Prevention 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 6, 2025, to raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention. The 5K will be held at the Coatesville VA Medical Center, 1400 Blackhorse Hill Road, Coatesville, PA 19320 Lot D. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the race kicks off at 9 a.m. The event is free for any Veteran or active-duty service member, but all are welcome with a registration fee. To sign up or find out more information, click here: Coatesville VA Strides to Prevent Suicide 5K Run/Walk | On Tuesday, September 9, Montgomery County will host Reflections in Recovery, an event focused on supporting recovery. A lineup of speakers, including Congresswoman Dean, Commissioner Winder, and others, will share stories and strategies for creating a recovery-friendly environment. The event will take place at Theatre Horizon in Norristown (401 DeKalb Street) from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | QPR: Suicide Awareness is an upcoming seminar presented by the Upper Providence Township Police Department and the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. This free, 18+ program will teach you skills to identify and assist someone showing suicidal warning signs. When: Thursday, October 23, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Upper Providence Township Meeting Hall Register by clicking here | Reminder! The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program deadline has been extended to December 31, 2025. This program, which is available to older adults and people with disabilities aged 18 or older, provides support to homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania, with rebates ranging from $380 to $1,000. Forms are available for pickup at my district office! If you need assistance completing an application, please call ahead to schedule an appointment. For more information, additional ways to apply, and to check your eligibility, please visit: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/incentives-credits-and-programs/ptrr.html. | If you need state-related assistance, my office can help you! Please feel free to contact my staff with any questions by calling 484-200-8263 or emailing [email protected] | Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – September | September is recognized as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death from disease among children. Throughout this month, we each have the opportunity to raise awareness, advocate for further research, and support those currently battling cancer, as well as survivors and their families. | National Suicide Prevention Month – September | National Suicide Prevention Month is observed in September, and National Suicide Prevention Day falls on September 10. It’s important to let our friends know that help is always available and that they are not alone. Together, we can take action, share resources—such as the free 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—spread hope and positivity, and support one another, not just this month, but every day. | Arts Montco Jazz Fest Kickoff from Ursinus College Tuesday, September 16, from 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Berman Museum – Front Lawn, 601 E Main Street, Collegeville, PA Rowdy Raccoons from Upper Schuylkill Valley Park Friday, September 19, at 11 a.m. 1615 Black Rock Road, Royersford, PA Household Hazardous Waste Collection from Montgomery County Saturday, September 20. Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center, 400 South Lewis Road, Royersford, PA Register here | Upper Providence Township Community Fall Fest Saturday, September 20, from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Black Rock Park, 1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA Trappe Community Day Saturday, September 27, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Water Works Park, 220 W. First Ave, Trappe, PA Lower Providence 37th Annual Community Fall Festival Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Eagleville Park, 100 Parklane Drive, Eagleville, PA West Norriton Annual Fall Festival Saturday, October 11, from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Centennial Park, 2050 W. Marshall Street, Jeffersonville, PA | Please continue to stay safe, healthy, and well-informed. And, if you have questions about any state-related issue, please contact my office at 484-200-8263 or email [email protected]. If you wish to unsubscribe to this email, please scroll to the bottom where it says, “Update Email Preferences.” Sincerely,
Rep. Joe Webster
State Representative
150th Legislative District | Pennsylvania State Capitol 125-B East Wing P.O. Box 202150 Harrisburg, PA 17120 (717) 787-0419 | District Office 35 Evansburg Road
Collegeville, PA 19426 (484) 200-8263 | |
