Op-Ed: block grants would allow commissioners to effectively use funds
By Terence Farrell and Ryan Costello, Chester County Commissioners
Chester County Commissioners Terence Farrell and Ryan Costello
During Governor Tom Corbett’s recent budget address, he suggested a change in the way funds for human services are distributed and allowed to be utilized by county commissioners. As Chester County Commissioners, we endorse this concept and urge the Pennsylvania legislature...
Chester County spelling bee set for Feb. 7
DOWINGTOWN – Chances are, there are 52 students from 52 Chester County schools who have been carefully examining the dictionary. These students are preparing for the 2012 Chester County Spelling Bee which will be held on Feb. 7 at 9 a.m.. The event, which is a qualifying bee for the Scripps National Spelling Bee, will be held at the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s Educational Service Center...
Farrell reelected Chair, Cozzone Vice Chair of ChesCo Commmissioners
Commissioner Terence Farrell
WEST CHESTER — Terence Farrell was elected Chair of the Chester County Board of Commissioners at this morning’s 2012 organizational meeting, while Kathi Cozzone was elected Vice Chair.
Commissioner Ryan Costello nominated Farrell and Cozzone for the positions. Costello stressed that the three commissioners have worked well as a team and that they take a non-partisan...
ChesCo launches Community Profiles Web site
Chester County's new Community Profiles Web site allows for study of local population and resources.
WEST CHESTER — Chester County is launching an interactive resource to provide information on the overall county, its 73 municipalities and 12 public school district.
Community Profiles is available free of charge through the county’s website, www.chesco.org and the County’s Landscapes2 internet...
Galer Estate: a bit of Napa in Unionville
New local winery combines excellent vintages, artistic presentation and surprising values
By Hannah Christopher, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
Now open on Folly Hill Road, the Galer Estate Winery is a great combination of stellar wines, cool decor and exceptional value. All-in-all, a wonderful addition to the Unionville community.
For many years now I have wanted to go visit Napa Valley and have...
No 2012 tax hike for Chester County
Spending cuts offset losses of tax revenue, federal funds
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners approved today a budget for 2012 that results in a zero tax increase for county residents.
“This budget reflects the county’s ongoing commitment to provide the best services at the lowest burden to the taxpayer,” said Commissioners’ Chair Terence Farrell.
The operating budget for 2012...
Rupsis promoted to Chesco COO
Mark Rupsis
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners approved the promotion of Mark Rupsis to the position of Chief Operating Officer of the county.
“Mark has worked hard for the county for more than 30 years,” Commissioners’ Chair Terence Farrell said. “The promotion is well deserved.”
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Chester County top bond ratings remain stable
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners announced today that the county has retained AAA bond ratings from Standard & Poor’s, Fitch Ratings and an Aaa rating from Moody’s Investors Service — all of which represent the highest possible credit rating from the respective agencies.
“Retaining our AAA ratings from the three top bond rating agencies is great news for Chester County,...
United Way turning to volunteerism to fill gaps
With money increasingly tight, time donated could make up the difference
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
KENNETT SQUARE — Giving isn’t always about money.
As the United Way of Southern Chester County ramps up its 2011-12 fundraising campaign, the leaders of the organization say they know couple of things: as pleased as they are to have met their fundraising goals last year, those numbers...
Chesco tapped for individual help as part of Hurricane Irene Disaster Declaration
WEST CHESTER — Chester County has been notified that citizens are eligible for individual assistance under the Hurricane Irene Presidential Disaster Declaration for Pennsylvania.
The designation means individuals, families, and businesses will be eligible for a wide range of federal benefits including eligibility for grants and loans, including Small Business Administration loans. The Federal Emergency...
