Voice of Westmoreland, a grassroots community organization that is committed to making sure the voices of people who are often left out of the political conversations are heard, has been surveying residents about their most pressing needs for help from the American Rescue Plan. We have already received more than 700 responses, and help with health care, child care and housing are the priority concerns.
I am 72 years old, a grandfather and a social worker. I have never in my lifetime witnessed an opportunity to ensure everyone has a chance to live without chronic stress about having the basics that allow them to have a secure and dignified life.
I call on our three county commissioners to listen to and to prioritize the concerns of our residents when deciding the best way to utilize the ARP money.
Bob Mason
Trafford
The writer is a member of Voice of Westmoreland.