State Rep. Kate Klunk announced on Mar. 25 that she will host a community event, Coffee with Kate, on Wednesday, April 8 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Ghouls and Grinds. The event is open to all residents of the 169th District and will feature light refreshments and discussion about state-related and community issues. Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill is scheduled as a special guest.
The gathering aims to provide constituents an opportunity to engage directly with their elected officials about matters affecting the local area.
“I am looking forward to partnering with Sen. Phillips-Hill to host another discussion about the state-related issues important to the community,” Klunk said in her announcement. “All residents of the 169th District are encouraged to attend and engage to learn more about how we are serving them. It will be a great time of fellowship among friends and neighbors who care deeply about the place we call home.” RSVPs are required for this free event, and attendees can register by calling Klunk’s office or visiting her website.
Klunk resides in Hanover Borough with her husband Jared Laird and daughters Grace and Claire, according to the official website. She earned degrees in economics, history, and public policy studies from Dickinson College as well as a juris doctor from The Dickinson School of Law at Pennsylvania State University according to the official website.
In addition, Klunk participated in—and completed—the Anne B. Anstine Excellence in Public Service Series in 2013 according to the official website. Her legislative experience includes chairing the House Children and Youth Committee as Republican leader; she has also served on the House Ethics, Judiciary, and Rules committees according to the official website.
The upcoming Coffee with Kate offers residents an opportunity for direct dialogue regarding ongoing legislative priorities.
