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It is with deep sympathy that we share the passing of Linda Goldstein, a longtime and highly regarded member of our professional community. Over a career marked by distinction and impact, Linda was known for her thoughtful leadership and steadfast dedication to advancing business and economic development in the Harrisburg region. In senior executive roles, including her service as COO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, she helped guide strategic initiatives, strengthen regional partnerships, and support sustainable growth. Her ability to connect people, navigate complex challenges, and lead with clarity earned her widespread respect.

Linda will also be remembered for the generosity of spirit and sincerity she brought to her professional relationships. She took a genuine interest in others, offering encouragement and mentorship to colleagues across the community. Her presence enriched our association, and her contributions will have a lasting influence. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all who were fortunate to know her, and we honor her memory with gratitude and respect.

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Proud to help share this important step forward for our Commonwealth — Pennsylvania’s first-ever comprehensive Housing Action Plan lays out a bold, data-driven roadmap to expand housing supply, improve affordability, and strengthen communities across the state by 2035.

To learn more about the opportunity, the plan and how it was developed, its goals and more, visit the website of the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development.

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Today, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his FY2026-27 budget address. Click here to access details of the proposed Commonwealth budget available on the website of the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget.

DCED's department presentation begins on page 259 of the Governor's Executive Budget and provides detailed expenditure information by program and funding source. Proposed budget line-item appropriations may be accessed here.

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Dear PEDA members, partners and friends,

We hope this message finds you well and looking ahead with excitement to all that 2026 has in store for our communities.

As we work diligently to build PEDA's 2026 events calendar, we warmly invite you to consider becoming a sponsor of the 2026 PEDA Spring Conference and/or the 2026 PEDA Fall Conference. Each of these events brings together dedicated professionals to learn from one another, to share ideas, and to strengthen the connections that make our association so special. Your support plays a vital role in making these gatherings possible.

Sponsoring a 2026 conference is a meaningful way to support PEDA, while also gaining valuable visibility and engagement opportunities. Beyond taking advantage of some of the many valuable benefits outlined in our list of 2026 sponsorship opportunities, committing to be a sponsor of one or both of these conferences allows you to:

• Demonstrate your commitment to our shared mission
• Increase awareness of your organization among engaged members and leaders
• Build relationships and connections across our community
• Help ensure our conferences remain high-quality, accessible, and impactful

If you’ve ever found inspiration, insight, or connection at a PEDA conference, sponsorship is a wonderful way to to help shape future experiences for our members and partners. Plus, while PEDA accepts sponsorship commitments on a rolling basis, we're even offering a limited time discount to organizations committing to serve as sponsors of both 2026 conferences. Regardless of which option(s) make the most sense for you, this offer provides you with a platform to reach the economic development community and its partners at a lower, more cost-effective rate.

Thank you for being such an important part of the PEDA community. We truly appreciate your consideration and look forward to bringing you value in 2026!

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Pennsylvania Economic Development Association
908 North Second Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phone: 717.441.6047 | Fax: 717.236.2046

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