Legislative District 59
Our District has experienced the recent trauma and turmoil of the untimely death of legislator Mike Reese, which led to a special election and office relocations. During the transition, we had many constituents say they would wait months for the nearest office to open, rather than travel to the other side of the district for assistance. The 59th legislative district is very rural with spotty access to high-speed internet and cell phone service. Changing the district creates a barrier to accessing our legislator due to issues with receiving timely information. Westmoreland County has a high concentration of senior citizens. This community tends to be on a fixed income. Many are ill-equipped to buy and learn new technology that will assist them in contacting their representative. The new map of the district further complicates matters for those living in this area. Please do not change the boundaries of the 59th District at this time.