ROMEOVILLE – Senator Meg Loughran Cappel’s office will be traveling to the White Oak Library District: Romeoville Branch on Wednesday, Sept. 27 to increase accessibility to residents throughout the 49th District.
“As state senator, it’s my job to be accessible throughout the district and make sure your voices are heard in Springfield,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “My office is here to help residents with any issues, share state resources and more.”
The event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at the White Oak Library District: Romeoville Branch, located at 201 Normantown Rd. in Romeoville.
PLAINFIELD – Local residents are invited to attend a pet expo hosted by State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel, State Representative Natalie Manley, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and the Plainfield Park District on Sept. 30 in Plainfield.
“Pets are a part of our families,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Join us for a fun, family-friendly event for people to bring their furry friends out to show them some love as they offer so much to us.”
The expo will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clow Stephens Dog Park, located at 16650 S. Lily Cache Rd. in Plainfield.
Families are encouraged to come and bring their pets for an array of photo opportunities, training demonstrations and other activities. Face painting and temporary tattoos will be available for kids, and many local pet businesses will have booths with unique pet products.
Contact Senator Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 for additional information.
PLAINFIELD – Whether it’s questions about state resources or feedback on legislative priorities, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel loves sitting down with local residents to reflect on how she can best serve the 49th District. During a Coffee and Conversation event on Sept. 21, Loughran Cappel invites the community to join her at Ten Drops Coffee to chat.
“Each month, I get the opportunity to hear from constituents about what’s important to them, issues they may be facing and more,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “As we get closer to the next legislative session, I want to hear constituents’ ideas that I can take with me to Springfield.”
The event will be held Thursday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to noon at Ten Drops Coffee, located at 14903 S. Center St., NO. 104 in Plainfield.
Each monthly Coffee and Conversation serves as an open forum for community members to engage in informal conversations with the senator and each other about issues facing the region and the state.
“The best way to connect with residents is through making myself accessible each month,” said Loughran Cappel. “I look forward to joining residents for a cup of coffee and conversations.”
The event is free and open to area residents. Those with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Loughran Cappel’s Crest Hill office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.
CREST HILL – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is encouraging all eligible people to apply to this year’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to help with utility costs. Applications will be accepted starting Oct. 2 through Aug. 15, 2024.
“As energy costs continue to rise, I encourage residents to apply for assistance,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “We are committed to helping working families and this is a great resource to take advantage of that can cut utility costs down.”
Energy bill assistance offered through the Help Illinois Families Program in program year 2023 will provide $237 million to eligible families to assist with natural gas, propane and electricity bills. Last year's LIHEAP funding — which was available from September 2022 through May 2023 — provided assistance to a record number of 311,214 households.
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