Apr. 21—NANTICOKE — Sen. Lisa Baker on Thursday said a crucial part of public service is meeting face-to-face with constituents, listening to what they have to say and alerting them to state programs and services that may assist in improving their personal situation.
Baker, R-Lehman Township, Rep. Alec Ryncavage, R-Plymouth, announced they will host a joint open house at their district offices on Friday, April 28, from noon to 4 p.m., at 50 North Walnut St., Suites 105 (Baker) and 102 (Ryncavage), in Nanticoke.
The lawmakers are opening offices in a new downtown building at 50 N. Walnut St., constructed for Nockley Family Pharmacy and Cawley Physical Therapy and Rehab.
“For people who want to talk about issues, this joint open house allows them to gain perspective from both the Senate and state House,” Baker said. “We receive input and information from a wide variety of sources, but community conversation still gives the most helpful insight.”
Ryncavage said that as a new legislator he is grateful that he and a seasoned senator like Baker will be in close proximity to one another as they help their constituents.
“Our neighboring offices create a one-stop shop for our residents,” Ryncavage said. “The building and ample off-street parking make our space accessible, welcoming and convenient for those needing legislative services.”
The offices of Baker and Ryncavage can assist residents with PennDOT paperwork, driver’s license and vehicle registration applications and renewals; information and applications for senior citizen benefit programs, including Property Tax/Rent Rebate and PACE/PACENET prescription drug programs; securing birth and death certificates (photo identification required); organizing tours of the state Capitol; copies of legislation; and many other services.
Everyone who plans to attend the open house event is asked to RSVP to Liz Gorski or Beth Clemow by April 24 at — lgorski@pasen.gov — or — bclemow@pahousegop.com.
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