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RANDY VULAKOVICH
HARRISBURG, PA
PERMIT NO. 529

30th Legislative District

Fall 2008

Government Reform Remains Job No. 1 for Vulakovich

Welcome to the final newsletter of Fiscal Reform:
my first legislative term. 2008-09 Budget
The Pennsylvania General Assembly Features
is going through some very tough times No New Taxes and
with a number of criminal charges filed as $3.8 Million
part of Attorney General Tom Corbett’s Reduction in
ongoing “Bonusgate” investigation. As a
result, countless Pennsylvania residents State Legislature
are legitimately questioning whatever Operating Costs
happened to the sweeping promises for
government reform issued across both The new 2008-09 state
sides of the aisle. budget includes no new taxes,
Expanding his ongoing efforts to reduce the overall size and operating budget no new fees and, best of all,
As one of 50 freshman state law- for our nation’s second largest and second most expensive state Legislature, kept overall spending below
makers elected to office on a govern- Representative Vulakovich participated in a state Capitol news conference
to call for a 20 percent funding reduction ($62 million) in the Pennsylvania
the rate of inflation.
ment reform platform, let me assure you General Assembly operating budget.
that bringing about meaningful and last- Education funding re-
ing reform, establishing ethical behavior, ceived a much-needed boost
government transparency and fiscal responsibility will always be in every school district within the 30th Legislative District. Another
Job No. 1 for State Representative Randy Vulakovich. funding increase important to our region was the nearly $40 million
of the state Attorney General’s budget that will be set aside to fight
I will also be continuing my efforts, along with other State drug-related crime at both the state and local levels.
Representatives, to reduce the size and overall expenditures of
our state Legislature. This year’s budget also includes hundreds of millions of major
dollar allocations for extremely necessary road, bridge, clean water/
State Lawmaker Member Benefits Reform: waste water infrastructure construction, repairs and improvements,
Voluntary Health Care Contributions as well as important storm water and flood control projects.

I strongly believe that all state lawmakers should be required Finally, I was pleased to support this year’s budget due to the
to contribute toward the total cost of their health care coverage $3.8 million in General Assembly funding cuts. This initial first
just like an overwhelming amount of working Pennsylvania step to make the State Legislature live within its means is definitely
families must do. Working together with our neighboring State a trend I will work hard to expand.
Representatives Mark Mustio and Jim Marshall to successfully
complete the negotiation process, House leadership is now For more information on specific state funding increases benefit-
allowing members to voluntarily contribute 1 percent of our ing our local communities check out the District Digest section on
monthly salary toward the total cost of our health care. On Page 4. Especially, be sure not to miss the extensive calendar of
July 8, I sent my first contribution check made payable to the Upcoming Events on Pages 2 and 3.
Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss a particular
This fall, I will continue to work with others toward the end state government issue in further detail, please feel free to stop by
goal of having all 203 House members begin contributing toward or contact my district office at (412) 487-6600. My staff and I are
their health care. here to work with you.

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 Mark Your Calendars Now!!!
M a r k Yo u r C a l e n d a r s
Second Annual

Children’s Expo
Saturday, September 27
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Allison Park Church
2326 Duncan Avenue
Representative Vulakovich makes his point for increased law enforcement during
a recent House Republican Policy Committee hearing on gaming reform. Allison Park, PA 15101
FREE opportunity for children of ALL ages and their
parents or caregivers to meet with and obtain information
from representatives of local, state, federal and non-profit
organizations who can answer questions on a wide variety
of topics affecting children.

Entertainment, refreshments, interactive educational

activities and prizes will be available. This is a great family
event.
For further Information,
please contact
Melissa Farabaugh at
(412) 487-6600.

Representative Vulakovich welcomes the Shaler Intermediate School Choir for a

summer performance at the State Capitol.

Stay in touch with Representative Vula

Senior Crime Prevention University Seniors for Safe Driving Program
Friday, September 12 Monday, Oct. 27 & Tuesday, Oct. 28
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Noon
Shaler Township Municipal Building
Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church
300 Wetzel Road
1520 Butler Plank Road
Glenshaw, PA 15116
Glenshaw, PA 15116
Local residents ages 55 or older who are looking for an af-
Representatives from Attorney General Tom Corbett’s office
fordable refresher course offering updates on new driving laws,
and local law enforcement officials will provide expert information
valuable pointers on how to react in driving emergencies, helpful
to help local seniors identify and recognize:
techniques to improve night driving and many other automobile
safety issues are encouraged to participate in my upcoming Se-
 Phony Telemarketers
niors for Safe Driving improvement program.
 Lottery Scams
Classes fill up quickly. Class tuition is $14 and due prior to
the course.
 Home Improvement Fraud
Don’t delay, pre-register today by contacting Seniors For Safe
 Many Other Common Criminal Ploys
Driving at 1-800-559-4880 or www.sfsd-pa.com.
Please contact Melissa Farabaugh in my district office at
You must attend both days in order to be eligible to receive
(412) 487-6600 to RSVP or for more information.
the discount on your auto insurance.
 Fall/Winter 2008 Community Events

D i s a b i l i t y
R E S O U R C E E X P O

Saturday, October 11
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Allison Park Church, 2326 Duncan Avenue
Allison Park, PA 15101
FREE Opportunity for individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers to meet with and obtain information
from vendors and representatives of local, state, federal and non-profit organizations who can answer questions on a
variety of topics affecting those with a wide range of disabilities. Special Musical Performance by Hampton Township
resident Maddie Georgi at 12 p.m. Refreshments and prizes will be available.

For further information, please contact Melissa Farabaugh at (412) 487-6600.

akovich by visiting RepVulakovich.com

Second Annual Senior Expo Holiday Open House
(Old Fashioned Christmas)
Friday, October 24 Friday, December 19
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church 1407 Mt. Royal Boulevard

Glenshaw, PA 15116
1520 Butler Plank Road
Glenshaw, PA 15116 Join me and my staff for some light refreshments and learn
about the wide variety of services provided by my district office.
My second annual Senior Expo will offer a wealth of infomation Come enjoy our Christmas tree and old fashioned railroad display.
to local residents ages 55 or older, their families or caregivers. Just wait until you taste my mom’s homemade cookies.
Representatives from local, state, federal and non-profit organi-
zations will be on hand to answer questions on a wide variety of
topics impacting senior citizens.

***Every effort will be made to provide a limited number of

FREE flu vaccinations to senior citizens age 65 and older who
reside in the 30th Legislative District.

FREE Refreshments, FREE Parking and Door Prizes will also

be provided.

Please contact Melissa Farabaugh in my district office at

(412) 487-6600 for more information. More than 600 local seniors and their families attended Representative
Vulakovich’s 2007 Senior Expo.
District Digest
Vulakovich Makes Veterans Benefits Even Greater Public Service Priority
by Enlisting Volunteer Coordinator
Ass an elected public servant, one of my highest obligations is to look out for the best interests of those who have spent their lives
protecting America both at home and around the globe. Pennsylvania actively shows gratitude by providing benefits that assist our
veterans and their families. That’s why I am especially pleased to announce that local Army veteran Jay Londino has agreed to join
my district office staff in the capacity of Volunteer Veterans Benefits Coordinator.

With the second highest percentage of senior citizens of any county in the United States, the Pittsburgh area has a wealth of vet-
erans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq and other military conflicts. These veterans have earned and deserve
access to programs and benefits provided at both the federal and state level.

I am grateful that Mr. Londino has come forward to volunteer his knowledge and expertise from 24 years of military service in support
of my never-ending efforts to make sure our hometown heroes receive every benefit to which they are entitled. In addition to benefits
assistance, Jay is also organizing and will instruct a free weekly fitness class for veterans and their families. The class will be structured
to fit the physical capabilities of each participant. Please contact my district office for details about Jay’s fitness class.

It’s important that we take time to honor our veterans with special ceremonies and parades. However, they deserve more than just
kind words of praise. May we never forget the sacrifices that each of our veterans have made so that all of us can enjoy the freedoms
we have today. All district veterans in need of assistance with military benefits or other government programs are encouraged to contact
my district office at (412) 487-6600.

Local Army veteran Jay Londino is now voluntarily serving on

Representative Vulakovich’s district office staff as Veterans Benefits
Coordinator.

Vulakovich Brings Home Nearly $540,000 in State Funding

for the 30th Legislative District
As your State Representative, one of my primary responsibilities is to work to procure state grants benefiting District 30 volunteer and non-profit
organizations, schools and local governments. So far, during the 2007-08 legislative
session, I have helped to secure nearly $540,000 in state funding, including:

 $259,974 in Department of Community and Economic Development

(DCED), Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and
Office of State Fire Commissioner grant assistance to 14 local EMS
providers and volunteer fire companies.
 $250,000 in Safe Water Appropriation grant assistance to
O’Hara Township ($125,000) and Shaler Township ($125,000) to
address sewer system damage and debris removal caused by severe
storms in August 2007.
Representative Vulakovich checks out the Child Fire Safety
 $12,400 in combined DCED assistance for Hampton and Ross Township Smoke- house trailer at the Hampton Township Safety Expo.
Police Departments public safety initiatives.

 $10,000 in DCED assistance for Marzolf Elementary School Autism Sensory Room to aid in the education and development of
autistic students.

 $5,000 in DCED assistance fo

f r the relocation and expansion of Hampton Township Veteran’s Memorial.

STATE REPRESENTATIVE RANDY VULAKOVICH

DISTRICT OFFICE: 1407 Mt. Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw, PA 15116 / Phone: (412) 487-6600 / Fax: (412) 487-6607
HARRISBURG OFFICE: 408 Irvis Office Building, PO Box 202030, Harrisburg, PA 17120-2030 / Phone: (717) 260-6407 / Fax: (717) 783-5740

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