It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic 1753 Bachmann Publick House gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Easton, PA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Hugh Moore Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local THREE OAK Steakhouse or visit ParsonsTaylor House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Easton, PA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Easton, PA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Easton, PA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
EASTON, Pa. — The city is officially part of Bird Town Pennsylvania."We officially, as of today, have been welcomed into Bird Town," Brandon Sullivan, city sustainability coordinator, said Tuesday evening during the city’s monthly Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.“We are the 88th municipality to make Bird Town … We’re on path to at least get to bronze by the end of the first reporting year.”It marks the third major city in the Lehigh Valley to become certified throug...
EASTON, Pa. — The city is officially part of Bird Town Pennsylvania.
"We officially, as of today, have been welcomed into Bird Town," Brandon Sullivan, city sustainability coordinator, said Tuesday evening during the city’s monthly Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.
“We are the 88th municipality to make Bird Town … We’re on path to at least get to bronze by the end of the first reporting year.”
It marks the third major city in the Lehigh Valley to become certified through Bird Town Pennsylvania, an annual designation focused on community-based conservation.
Bird Town Pennsylvania officials will come to a City Council meeting “to do a little ceremony and welcome us in officially,” Sullivan said.
The date of that meeting has not yet been determined.
Sullivan began taking steps toward the certification shortly after he was hired as the city’s first sustainability coordinator this year.
The process includes: scheduling a meeting to discuss the process, creating a Bird Town Committee, passing a Bird Town municipal resolution, completing the application and paying a one-time $100 fee, which helps offset costs for two Bird Town street signs.
A Bird Town resolution was passed unanimously during the May 28 City Council meeting without discussion.
Once municipalities complete the initial steps, they automatically receive a green level designation.
From there, municipal officials each year will check off projects and tasks from the program’s Goal and Activity Worksheet. Depending on how many are completed, points are calculated to determine an annual designation.
In the four-tier program, municipalities can move up from green to bronze, then silver and, finally, gold.
In the Lehigh Valley, there already are five Bird Towns. In addition to Allentown and Bethlehem, others are Lower Macungie, Whitehall and Salisbury townships.
All received gold status this year, except for Salisbury, which achieved bronze.
Bird Town Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania Audubon Council. For more information, go to Bird Town Pennsylvania's website.
EASTON, Pa. — Local and state politicians, business magnates, dignitaries and residents came together Wednesday to officially open City Center Residential’s first apartment complex outside downtown Allentown.Guests at The Marquis Residential Building enjoyed tastings from local establishments along tours of the furnished model apartments and amenities such as co-working spaces, a gym, a dog park, a pool and a lounge.Officials billed the seven-story building at 27 S. 3rd St., which stretches the block betw...
EASTON, Pa. — Local and state politicians, business magnates, dignitaries and residents came together Wednesday to officially open City Center Residential’s first apartment complex outside downtown Allentown.
Guests at The Marquis Residential Building enjoyed tastings from local establishments along tours of the furnished model apartments and amenities such as co-working spaces, a gym, a dog park, a pool and a lounge.
Officials billed the seven-story building at 27 S. 3rd St., which stretches the block between Pine and Ferry streets, as the largest residential project in the city’s history.
The project was built by North Star Construction under a joint venture between City Center Group and Bethlehem’s Peron Development.
And while a fresh, modern look and easy walkability in the city's downtown were certainly great selling points, renters made it clear that the ample amenities topped the list.
And there were plenty of interested parties looking into leases.
"I've been in the apartment business since 1989 and I've never experienced such strong pre-leasing demand for a project," City Center Group President J.B. Reilly said.
"When we opened our doors six weeks ago, on May 1, we had over 100 leases, and today we were up to about 164 leases. So that is just unheard of, not only for the Lehigh Valley, but for any market."
Just before 4 p.m., the third floor of the building was brimming with guests exploring a decked-out community room filled with balloons, enjoying drinks and appetizers from establishments including Amigos, Aman’s and Vault brewing.
They also were checking out the lauded amenities The Marquis has to offer.
Speaking before the ribbon-cutting, Reilly thanked his political guests and associates for helping get the 300,000-square-foot, $80 million project across the finish line in 15 months.
He said the new building will help further revitalize the city’s downtown.
“The Marquis is named after the Marquis de Lafayette, and The Marquis is the largest downtown development project in the history of the city of Easton,” Reilly said.
“With its 264 apartments, which will house over 400 residents, 300 parking spaces, and new retail on Third Street, The Marquis will have a significant impact on this already incredibly vibrant downtown environment.”
State Sen. Lisa Boscola, who was instrumental in securing $5.5 million in grant funding for the project, commended Reilly and his team for getting the project done quickly but correctly.
“I am honored to be here, and I believe one day I will reside here" Boscola said. "I actually love it. It is everything that you want in a community living center."
State Rep. Robert Freeman said The Marquis is a hallmark of Easton’s continued progress after dealing with the ramifications of urban renewal programs he said were “misguided and tore down solid neighborhoods.”
“Well, today we reclaim some of that with the ribbon-cutting for this outstanding building," Freeman said.
"We add to the vibrancy of the downtown, but we also take a step to reverse the damage that urban renewal visited upon the city those many decades ago by providing that residential building process here, and also the commercial component that goes along with it.
“It will add to the ongoing renaissance that Easton has been experiencing and will continue to experience again, thanks to the leadership of Mayor [Sal] Panto, members of council, the city administration and our parts that we do to try and help whatever we can.”
Panto commended Reilly and his crew for their work. He said the building will help to keep taxes stable in Easton while offering more living space in the walkable downtown district.
“I've been through the building several times," Panto said. "It's remarkable, it's really remarkable. The people who live here enjoy it. They love it because it's nice. The amenities are fabulous.
"And I can't wait to get up to the roof and see it completed, because I've only been up to the roof during construction and great views, but there was nothing there."
The Marquis has studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, a pet-friendly lounge and dog park with outdoor seating, a coworking lounge, a courtyard with a firepit, grills, bocce and cornhole, a rooftop deck and a vanishing-edge swimming pool with a sun shelf.
Apartments at the facility will offer open gourmet kitchens, luxury vinyl-wood plank flooring, full-sized stackable washers and dryers, and premium finishes throughout.
The building also will have controlled access community-wide Wi-Fi, bike storage, onsite professional management, 24/7 urgent maintenance services and concierge services such as pet walking.
The ground floor will feature three restaurants: Amigos Mexican, ZEN bar and lounge, and The Joint Coffee Co. café, which are set to open in summer.
Current listings for studio units at The Marquis start at $1,495, one-bedrooms at $1,851 and two-bedrooms at $2,606.
Marquis resident Joe Galvin moved into his new one-bedroom unit on May 16. He said he once lived at Woodmont Place at Palmer, but The Marquis had so much more to offer.
“I love it all: all laminate hardwood floors, all new appliances. Everything's new,” Galving said.
“This has a lot more modern stuff, absolutely. Anybody who doesn’t want to move here is nuts. I'm thinking about getting a two-bedroom.”
George and Diane Riker signed a lease three months ago, and said they plan to move in next week after spending two years at the Silk Mill and the time prior at a farmhouse they owned,
“The amenities here… parking is a big one, the swimming pool, the dog park,” Diane Riker said.
“And they have everything here that you would want,” George Riker added.
EASTON, Pa. — Easton has confirmed there will be fireworks at Heritage Day this July, along with a few other changes teasing the big 250th anniversary of the country next year.Mayor Sal Panto Jr. said Thursday that the fireworks display, paid for by the city, will happen — though the location is yet to be confirmed.Greater Easton Development Partnership Special Events Manager Joe Dimeck also said he was informed fireworks will return this year.Dimeck said officials are working on a way to ensure they will be ...
EASTON, Pa. — Easton has confirmed there will be fireworks at Heritage Day this July, along with a few other changes teasing the big 250th anniversary of the country next year.
Mayor Sal Panto Jr. said Thursday that the fireworks display, paid for by the city, will happen — though the location is yet to be confirmed.
Greater Easton Development Partnership Special Events Manager Joe Dimeck also said he was informed fireworks will return this year.
Dimeck said officials are working on a way to ensure they will be as visible as possible, especially in the Downtown area.
After the fireworks were shifted from the riverside to Hackett Park to increase visibility in 2023, some residents and attendees were upset about the move.
“They’ll be seen from this entire city” to close out the Saturday, July 12, extravaganza, Panto said.
Heritage Day and the public reading of the Declaration of Independence traditionally was held on Sunday until this year. The move to Saturday is strategic, with both Dimeck and Panto saying Easton events held Saturday often draw larger crowds.
Those crowds likely include visitors who stick around for a weekend and explore the city beyond the Heritage Day festivities, they said.
Dimeck said there also will be a few changes for this year. With a quick turnaround, the scavenger hunt will be set for next year when it can get the time and thought it deserves,
However, there will be plenty to explore, with numerous options for education and entertainment.
Dimeck said the day will kick off at Easton Farmers’ Market, which celebrates its 272nd birthday that day.
From there, about 11:15 a.m., the march will begin, running from the market in Scott Park and up to Centre Square, where there will be re-enactments and the reading of the Declaration of Independence.
History Row programming will include a mix of exhibitors and demonstrators with which GEDP has partnered during the Lehigh Valley 250 initiative.
And then the music begins.
“We have Clare Maloney and the Great Adventure kicking off our music programming at 5 p.m.," Dimeck said. "She'll be followed by Leon Majcen, who is definitely an emerging talent.”
Dimeck said Majcen was represented by the Wasserman talent agency, which also works with Sturgill Simpson, Tyler Childers, and other notable musicians.
“And then Lucky 7, which is Easton’s own, closing out the night.”
Dimeck said organizers are hopeful the new format will allow them to showcase Easton and the region's special role in the country's history, while also showcasing and celebrating what makes it special and distinct in the modern day.
"Beyond that, we seek to use this new format to help bring more musical talent to the city, which will only complement the strong food and arts culture Easton is known for," Dimeck said.
Turnaround time for this year’s Heritage Day was quite quick, with Dimeck taking on his role at the end of April.
He said the 2025 celebration will serve as a model that can be scaled up for next year’s semi-quincentennial.
The new format will feature historical programming in the morning, followed by a self-guided, leisurely afternoon that will build to what Dimeck described as a “Americana Block Party,” and wrap up with the beloved fireworks.
Dimeck recommended those who plan to attend the celebration should follow the Easton Heritage Day Facebook page to keep current on all the details.
Panto welcomed the community to come out and enjoy the event and learn a little bit about the rich history of Easton in a fun and festive way.
“Everybody should come," Panto said. "I think we’ll get a big crowd for the reading of the Declaration of Independence, which I think everybody should be at the re-enactment.
"It's very good, and I like when all the colonists come down dressed in the 1776 garb. I think it's really good."
EASTON, Pa. — Easton Area School District residents may have to pinch some pennies for a prospective tax increase in the 2025-26 budget, but officials said the bump is much milder than it could have been.The board pushed the $214,105,899 final General Fund Budget forward at Tuesday evening’s meeting with the 3.5% tax increase still standing.But administrators and...
EASTON, Pa. — Easton Area School District residents may have to pinch some pennies for a prospective tax increase in the 2025-26 budget, but officials said the bump is much milder than it could have been.
But administrators and board members appeared pleased to make ends meet without dipping into the district's general fund.
“We need to have that extra money, so that the increases aren't going to be 4 percent or 5 percent or something. That’s why we’re doing it.”
The final budget is set for a vote at the board’s next meeting, set for June 25.
Schools Superintendent Tracy Piazza and board President Jodi Hess commended Chief Financial Officer Jack Trent on his work bridging the budget gap faced by the district, which originally showed a $7 million deficit.
At the same time, EASD has pursued plans for a new high school priced at $298 million, which raised concerns among some residents about more drastic tax increases.
Trent said the 3.5% overall increase includes just a bit over 1.5% to go to the surplus that ultimately will help fund the high school project via the bond purchasing process.
That figure amounts to $3.3 million for the high school.
Locking down the funds now is integral to keeping the district functioning while funding the new school, he said.
“We need to have that extra money, so that the increases aren't going to be 4 percent or 5 percent or something," Trent said. "That’s why we’re doing it.”
Trent said the district’s financial advisers pushed the concept to avoid more substantial spikes in the near future.
Overall, the increase is not as drastic as in some other Lehigh Valley school districts, some of which — such as Whitehall-Coplay — are facing increases of more than 5% to address deficits.
Hess said Trent and the advisers “hit the ground running,” and in a time of uncertainty when it comes to federal funding and material costs for capital projects made significant accomplishments.
“I’m not thrilled to be raising taxes," Hess said. "It’s not something we want to do, but I do definitely think that right now, it’s really important to take that extra money to be able to do the high school.
"I don’t think a lot of people understand the disrepair that [the old high school] is in, and the money that we’ve already put into that building. Over the last five to 10 years, we’ve put millions of dollars into it.”
She said roof repairs alone have reached about $5 million.
According to Piazza, the budget will be the first in many years for which the district has not had to dip into its general fund balance to bridge a budget gap.
“That was a promise that I made to the board when I was trying to limp my way through doing that," Piazza said. "And so Jack was able to pull that off with everybody else who had to contribute to that effort.
"And that's my expectation for the rest of my term here, is that we produce an even budget."
Piazza said she still does not expect a unanimous vote on the matter.
“There will be a few board members who say ‘no’ based on the tax increases, and I respect that,” she said.
And while the increase is substantial compared to previous years — which largely fell around 2% — Piazza said the move is being conducted with intention and careful spending.
“As a taxpayer in this district as well, nobody likes to see their taxes go up. But we also can’t do a new project and move forward if we don't increase taxes as one of our largest funding bases."
“As a taxpayer in this district as well, nobody likes to see their taxes go up," she said. "But we also can’t do a new project and move forward if we don't increase taxes as one of our largest funding bases.
“And so those who say ‘no,’ I certainly respect that and understand their reasoning and their support for their constituents, but I also recognize that they, too, want to see a new building.
"They would just like to see it without having to raise taxes. And certainly that's all of our goals, but it's an unrealistic one at this point in time for any school district."
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. — The U.S. arm of Turkey’s largest gummy, licorice and marshmallow candies producer on Thursday broke ground on a new facility in the Lehigh Valley.Kervan, which expanded to the United States in 2011 with its bulk candy operation, plans a new warehouse, manufacturing, and office space at 142 Commerce Park Drive at the border of Bethlehem and Lower Nazareth townships.With heavy equipment running in the background and bright sunlight bearing overhead, Kervan Chief Financial Officer Gokhan Kacmaz an...
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. — The U.S. arm of Turkey’s largest gummy, licorice and marshmallow candies producer on Thursday broke ground on a new facility in the Lehigh Valley.
Kervan, which expanded to the United States in 2011 with its bulk candy operation, plans a new warehouse, manufacturing, and office space at 142 Commerce Park Drive at the border of Bethlehem and Lower Nazareth townships.
With heavy equipment running in the background and bright sunlight bearing overhead, Kervan Chief Financial Officer Gokhan Kacmaz and Chief Executive Officer Burak Cezik welcomed local partners who helped get the operation off the ground.
"Hopefully, once we complete this project here in this beautiful location in Lower Nazareth Township and Bethlehem Township, we will create more value for the towns. We will create more jobs, hopefully here, and we will contribute to the society."
The 90,000-square-foot building will consolidate the company’s warehouse, storage and packaging operations, and eventually build out even further.
Kacmaz said the project started about two years ago.
He thanked local politicians, the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation, Community Bank, county and township officials and Alloy 5 and Forge 39 Construction for their help.
“It's a key milestone event for us, and it was not possible without them," Kacmaz said.
"Hopefully, once we complete this project here in this beautiful location in Lower Nazareth Township and Bethlehem Township, we will create more value for the towns.
"We will create more jobs, hopefully here, and we will contribute to the society."
Initially, the building will focus on warehousing and packaging, in addition to housing the company’s domestic headquarters.
Full-fledged manufacturing could be coming soon.
The facility will bring in about 50 jobs, including 40 positions for warehouse and packaging and 10 for office duties.
"We like the area: it’s growing, and it is attracting a population to here. The workforce is good, so we would like to invest in here instead of going to another place.”
Kacmaz said Kervan is among the top vendors for Walmart, Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Trader Joe’s, and the Commerce Park facility will help to grow the company even further.
“We are right now exceeding a $50 million revenue threshold, and we are planning to distribute all of the products and package some of the products here in this facility,” Kacmaz said.
“But our midterm target is to reach to $200 million of revenue, and I think it will happen in the next three years. And this investment will also contribute a lot to this ambition.”
Asked why Kervan selected the Lehigh Valley for the new operation, Kacmaz said the proximity to ports such as Newark was a key component, along with a strong local workforce.
“So all this made this location in the Lehigh Valley a really great place to make this investment," Cezik said. "Plus, we had our headquarters since 2011 in the Lehigh Valley.
“In 2017, we moved to Whitehall [Township]. Before that, we were in downtown Bethlehem, so we were in the area.
"And we like the area: it’s growing, and it is attracting a population to here. The workforce is good, so we would like to invest in here instead of going to another place.”
The company’s candy is largely produced in Turkey, Poland and Egypt, and distributed to 90 countries across the globe.
Kervan produces plenty of standard fare — gummy bears and worms, sour gummy candies, fruit rings — and some more unusual designs, including peach penguins, red lobsters and dinosaurs.
It also produces seasonal specialties for Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Easter.
Kervan also has partnered with Sunkist and Crayola to produce branded gummy products.
Community Bank's Vice President Market Leader for Commercial Banking Joseph Madison said the choice to work with Kervan on the new project was an easy choice, based on eight years of work together.
"So it's a level of trust and partnership built up," Madison said. "This project hits a lot of buttons for us, and we found a great value.
"Number one, we support the company, the growth division and also the strong management team. And this worked out well for the bank. And it's, again, it's a partnership, and bank relationships matter."
Northampton County Director of Community and Economic Development Tina Smith commended the company for its investment in the community, welcoming a fruitful (gummy) partnership.
“We're happy for the new creation and some new jobs coming forward, and we'll do whatever we can to help and welcome you into the community," Smith said.
"And thank you for making the county a little bit sweeter.”
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