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LEHIGH COUNTY BOROUGHS AND TOWNSHIPS
Municipal Election, November 3, 2009
Alburtis Catasauqua Coopersburg Coplay Emmaus
Fountain Hill Macungie SlatingtonHanover Heidelberg Lower Macungie Lower Milford Lowhill Lynn
North Whitehall Salisbury South Whitehall Upper Macungie Upper Milford Upper Saucon Washington Weisenberg Whitehall
Candidates in contested races were asked,
“What do you view as the major issue in this campaign and how will you address it?”
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
ROBERT MADER
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
COUNCIL
(4-year term)
(Vote for not more than Three)
DEMOCRATIC
KATHLEEN RAINES
REPUBLICAN
STEVEN R. HILL
JOHN J. ALESZCZYK
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Two – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
KAREN SMOYER
REPUBLICAN
CATHY MOYER
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
BARBARA A. SCHLEGEL
REPUBLICAN
BARBARA A. SCHLEGEL
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Three – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
DICK EDWARDS
D.O.B.: 1948
EDUCATION: Associates in Accounting/Business Administration, Goldy Beacom College, Wilmington, DE
OCCUPATION: Owner, Dick’s Catering and Concessions, Inc.
QUALIFICATIONS: Treasurer-Porter Club for 14 years; Treasurer-East End Fire Co for 8 years; President-Catasauqua Fireman’s Relief Association for 6 years; volunteer fireman for 30 years.
RESPONSE: A major issue is to focus on all aspects of the community, not just small areas of interest. The fire and police departments need room to store equipment and train personnel. Being a good steward of the taxpayers' trust and money if of upmost importance to me.
JEFFREY E. FLETCHER, SR.
D.O.B.: 1948
EDUCATION: 1966, Catasauqua H.S.
OCCUPATION: Retired/Disability
QUALIFICATIONS: Lifetime resident of Catasauqua. Aware of needs and actions to be taken for public awareness
RESPONSE: I will be working with other members to provide the best and safest police and fire protection by providing the necessary physical facilities to do their duties.
ALFRED A. REGITS
D.O.B.: 1932
EDUCATION: Catasauqua High School, 1950; U.S. Navy Service Training Schools, 1953-1954
OCCUPATION: Retired
QUALIFICATIONS: Councilman, 32 years; Catasauqua fire fighter, 23 years
RESPONSE: Construction of Central Fire Station. Securing State and Federal grants for payments for construction.
REPUBLICAN
DANIEL S. SCHEIRER
D.O.B.: 1953
EDUCATION: High School Graduate. Certified via various technical and college courses including Automobile Mechanics and Inspection, 5 year apprenticeship Electrician.
OCCUPATION: Certified Electrician.
QUALIFICATIONS: I’m a concerned citizen about the unrestricted spending that takes place within the local governments. Member of the Catasauqua Borough Zoning Board.
RESPONSE: The biggest issue for the citizens of Catasauqua is our overspending. Our borough has one of the highest tax bases and the money is not being prioritized responsibly. Personal projects are taking precedence over the needs of our community. Short term goals with long term debts accompanied by taxation – these are not the right answers for our district. I plan to focus my campaign on the spending reform we so desperately need and deserve.
EDWARD NEELY
No response
MICA D. SMITH
No response
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Four – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
DENNIS M. BALASCAK
RICHARD NALICHOWSKI
REPUBLICAN
No candidates
COUNCIL
(Vote for One – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidates
REPUBLICAN
JOHN FELCH, Jr.
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
JOHN F. MILANDER
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Four – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
LOUIS L. BODISH
JOSEPH J. BUNDRA
JOSEPH J. GROLLER
MICHAEL S. MAZUR
REPUBLICAN
LOUIS L. BODISH
JOSEPH J. BUNDRA
MICHAEL S. MAZUR
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
WINFIELD IOBST
D.O.B.: 1942
EDUCATION: Graduate, Emmaus H.S.; Classes and Courses of Automobiles ICS.
OCCUPATION: Retired from Mack Trucks
QUALIFICATIONS: Mayor of Emmaus for 12 years. I work well with council and department heads and listen to the residents
RESPONSE: My job as Mayor is to keep Emmaus safe, our police department supplied with up to date equipment, more parking downtown and fix more streets.
REPUBLICAN
LEE ANN GILBERT
D.O.B.: 1961
EDUCATION: 1979 graduate – Emmaus High School.
OCCUPATION: Elected official, Borough of Emmaus, third term
QUALIFICATIONS: I have served as the Chairperson of the Public Safety Committee for ten years; I serve on the General Administration Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee. I am the Vice President of Council.
RESPONSE: Duties of the Mayor are to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Police Department, to preserve order and enforce ordinances. My priority will be to keep the streets of Emmaus safe. Serving as the Chairperson of the Public Safety Committee for ten years, I have an extensive and complete knowledge of police procedures as well as emergency services. I will continue to work with our emergency services to ensure that the departments receive personnel and the best equipment available.
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Four – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
WESLEY BARRETT
D.O.B.: 1980
EDUCATION: Wesley Barrett is a 1999 Emmaus High School graduate. He graduated in 2003 from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT with a BA in E-Media.
OCCUPATION: Businessman: Wesley Works, LLC and companies, Wesley Works Real Estate, INC
QUALIFICATIONS: 4 years of dedication, continued energy and perfect attendance on the Emmaus Borough Council
RESPONSE: Celebrating its 250th anniversary as a community Emmaus’ future is getting brighter all the time. Wesley Barrett’s strong leadership, energy and dedication are sure to continue this trend over the next four years. Helping to preserve Emmaus’ recognition as a stand-out community in the Lehigh Valley and across the country Wesley will continue to bring new ideas for recreational activities, programs and events throughout the borough and support downtown business initiatives that benefit our community.
MICHAEL HOFFMAN
D.O.B.: 1979
EDUCATION: Emmaus High School- Class of 1997; Muhlenberg College- 2007 to present
OCCUPATION: Student
QUALIFICATIONS: Served four years in the United States Marine Corps including a combat tour in Iraq. Founded and ran a nationwide military veteran’s non-profit organization
RESPONSE: The main issue in Emmaus is how to balance the needs of the future while protecting what Emmaus is. I see that there is a need for growth but it needs to be tempered with common sense and a commitment to the ideas and people that have made Emmaus a great place to live and work.
REPUBLICAN
MICHAEL WADDELL
D.O.B.: 1949
EDUCATION: B.A. in Education, Millersville University, 1971; M.A. in Education, Lehigh University, 1974; ED.D in Ed. Admin., Lehigh University, 1990
OCCUPATION: Semi-retired, Adjunct Professor at DeSales University
QUALIFICATIONS: Emmaus Borough Council 4 years, President 2 years. Member of the EYA, Parks and Recreation Commission, Zoning Hearing Board alternate, chaired the Emmaus Visioning Project, Executive Director of the Emmaus Commemorative Gardens Foundation, Chairperson of the Emmaus 2009 Anniversary Celebration, and teacher, principal or assistant principal for 35 years.
RESPONSE: The most important issue is funding priority borough initiatives while maintaining a tax structure that is reasonable and equitable to our residents and businesses. These very difficult economic times demand that we are diligent in managing our current fiscal resources, but, also forward thinking in our efforts to maintain the excellent quality of life we now enjoy in the borough.
BRENT LABENBERG
D.O.B.: 1965
EDUCATION: 1983, Emmaus H.S.
OCCUPATION: Phoebe Home Inc. Allentown, PA- 21 years; owner of DJ Dutch – 21 years
QUALIFICATIONS: Borough Councilmen, 12 years; Lifelong resident (5th generation); US Navy Veteran; Chairman of Public Works committee; Member of Health, Sanitation and Conservation committee and Parks and Recreation committee. Perfect attendance for past 4 years.
RESPONSE: Taxes, Control spending. I’ve consistently been the fiscal watchdog. I oppose the proposed business privilege tax (we currently have none). I oppose the current double billing of refuse for businesses and the 1 &1/4 billing currently being proposed. I successfully eliminated the proposed 10% sewer increase last budget. I’m the senior member of council. I have valuable experience to contribute. I debate with knowledge of the issues, with honesty, integrity and Emmaus’ best interest at heart.
CHRIS A. DeFRAIN
D.O.B.: 1968
EDUCATION: 1999 Muhlenberg College, B.S.
OCCUPATION: CPA; VP of Accounting & RSO
QUALIFICATIONS: Emmaus Parks & Recreation Commission, 3 years, CPA experience will help with budgeting and planning
RESPONSE: The major issues are government spending and increasing real estate taxes. Addressed by examining all areas of the budget and working with the department heads to find costs we can better control.
R. ERICK REINHARD
No response
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
NED C. FINK
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Four – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
HELEN M. HALLEMAN
MARK J. FERENCIN
LAWRENCE E. RAPP
REPUBLICAN
CAROLEE GIFFORD
LAWRENCE E. RAPP
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
RICKIE HOFFMAN
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Four – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
LUCY ACKERMAN
D.O.B.: no response
EDUCATION: Emory University, B.S. Biology
OCCUPATION: Journalist
QUALIFICATIONS: Borough Council, 24 yrs., Pres., 6 yrs., Vice Pres., 13 yrs.; Zoning Hearing Board, 2 yrs.; Borough Authority, 14 yrs.; Macungie Business Revitalization Steering Committee since 2005; Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, 11 yrs.; Borough representative to Lehigh County Authority Advisory Board since 1985.
RESPONSE: With today’s distressed economy, prudent spending of revenues and smart business growth that preserves the Main Street character and maintains residential areas is vitally important. Continuing the high quality of life and level of services residents enjoy is the main issue. My goals are to retain superior services while keeping taxes low, to preserve the town’s unique features and to revitalize businesses. I will make informed, responsive decisions for the WHOLE community’s benefit.
DAVID BOYKO
See below
LINDEN MILLER
No response
JOSEPH STERN
No response
REPUBLICAN
JOSEPH SIKORSKI
No response
LINDEN MILLER
No response
DAVID BOYKO
D.O.B.: 1961
EDUCATION: 1983, Moravian College; 1985 L.E.F.D. Simmons Syracuse; currently pursuing M.S.
OCCUPATION: Funeral Director
QUALIFICATIONS: Current Council member; Emergency Management Coordinator for the Borough of Macungie; Intermediate Certification w/P.E.M.A.
RESPONSE: To continue efforts to make the Borough more resident (consumer) friendly, to hold the line on taxes, review and update outdated ordinances.
JEAN E. NAGLE
D.O.B.: 1951
EDUCATION: 1969, Dieruff H. S.; 1973, Rider University, B.S. in Commerce , Accounting Major
OCCUPATION: Councilwoman/Community Volunteer
QUALIFICATIONS: Tax Collector, 4 years; Borough Council, 12 years
RESPONSE: Macungie has always been an attractive place to live, work and play. Keeping expenditures to a minimum, to keep taxes as low as possible for its residents -- without sacrificing quality – will be a major concern in the years ahead. Continuity in a governing body who have the knowledge to move existing and projects forward is essential in maximizing the quality of life in the borough.
MAYOR
(Vote for One – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
KRIS BUREK
D.O.B.: 1951
EDUCATION: Upsala College, Management; Citizens Police Academy; FEMA Training; Penn State, Paralegal Studies; Ethics Act Training, DCED
OCCUPATION: Marketing Representative, Sands Casino; Borough Council and Chairperson of the Highway Committee since 2006
QUALIFICATIONS: Volunteer on Community Justice Panel; Act One Panel Member; member of Congress of Governments; Slatington Crime Watch; produced Slatington Community Expo.
RESPONSE: As Mayor I plan to restore integrity to the office, our community and work to craft Slatington into a tourist destination with particular emphasis on Rails-to-Trails and our historic Main Street. Encouraging tourist related businesses into Slatington will produce jobs, develop economic opportunities and create tax revenue. I have written several pieces of legislation to improve the quality of life and make the Borough safe for both residents and visitors.
REPUBLICAN
WALTER NIEDERMEYER
D.O.B.: 1942
EDUCATION: 1977, Northampton Community College, Associates Degree
OCCUPATION: Retired from Allentown Fire Department; Mayor of Slatington
QUALIFICATIONS: Mayor of Slatington, 8 years
RESPONSE: Dedicated to furthering the Borough’s interests and to promote beneficial projects. Encourage historic preservation, developing a park at 2nd & Main Sts., developing recreation facilities, Community Center at W. Church St. and developing Rail to Trail projects. Work with the Police Chief on daily operation of the police department and remodeling the police station.
COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Three – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
PAUL F. HOFFMAN
REPUBLICAN
BRYON C. REED
DANIEL L. STEVENS
Hanover Heidelberg Lower Macungie Lower Milford Lowhill Lynn
North Whitehall Salisbury South Whitehall Upper Macungie Upper Milford Upper Saucon Washington Weisenberg Whitehall
Candidates in contested races were asked,
“What do you view as the major issue in this campaign and how will you address it?”
TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
(Vote for not more than Three – 4 year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
BRUCE E. PAULUS
REPUBLICAN
RANDALL C. ATKINSON
FRANK M. DREISBACH
HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
CHARLES P. PERICH
D.O.B.: 1945
EDUCATION: Bachelors and masters degrees.
OCCUPATION: Retired high school biology teacher of 30 years.
QUALIFICATIONS: Served in US Army three years. I have lived in the Township for thirty years. I have served on Borough Councel, church councels, and was president of Ontelaunee Rod and Gun Club. I regularily attend all meetings Heidelberg Township and have served on the Environmental Advisory Committee///
RESPONSE: I believe the most important issue in the Township is doing what is right for the Township as a whole and not special interests. If believe if we do the right planning we can have our open space and areas for development. Our Township has other problems and it is sad that the biggest and most major issue is to enact restrictive ordinances for future and current residents of Heidelberg. Planning takes time and forethought,///
REPUBLICAN
DAVID O. FINK
D.O.B.: 1951
EDUCATION: 1973, Delaware Valley College, B.S.
OCCUPATION: Farmer
QUALIFICATIONS: Township Supervisor, 11+ years
RESPONSE: I will continue to maintain the rural character and agricultural heritage of Heidelberg Township, which naturally adds to the quality of life that residents have come to enjoy. Over the past 11 years as supervisor, I have worked to keep our local government efficient and effective.
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER
(Vote for not more than Three – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
KEVIN DRAKE
D.O.B.: 1957
EDUCATION: Pennsylvania State University State College, PA, Community Development. Wallenpaupack High School, Hawley, PA
OCCUPATION: Carpenter / Business Manager
QUALIFICATIONS: Director of Parks and Fields for LMYA 1999 - Present. Lower Macungie Township Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Farm Land Preservation Board 2008-Present. Lower Macungie Township Planning Commissioner 2008 - Present
RESPONSE: Transparency in government has been and continues to be the main issue. The openness created by the appointed commissioners must be maintained when the elected commissioners assume their office. Only by working together and striving for what is best for township residents can the new commissioners plan for a vibrant future. We must expect only the best performance from our commissioners and those who serve under them. I will adhere to these principles.
NOEL F. CULLER
D.O.B.: 1938
EDUCATION: 1960, Ohio State University, B.A., Political Science; 1969, American University, M.A., International Relations
OCCUPATION: Retired
QUALIFICATIONS: Analyst, Project Officer, Budget Officer and Manager for the Central Intelligence Agency, 34 years. Active member of LMT Citizens for Change.
RESPONSE: The new commissioners need to determine the future of police protection for LMT before the legislature forces them to act. Four options: 1) try to maintain status quo; 2) pay for state police protection; 3) join a regional police force, either an existing force or form a new entity; 4) establish an LMT police force. The commissioners need to work closely with the township’s Public Safety Commission, seek input from the residents and weigh the cost of each option.
REPUBLICAN
RYAN T. CONRAD
D.O.B.: 1980
EDUCATION: East Stroudsburg University, B.A.
Nelson A. Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy, M.A
OCCUPATION: Director of Government Affairs, LV Association of Realtors; Adjunct Professor Political Science, Lehigh Carbon Community College
QUALIFICATIONS: Highest vote-getter in Primary Election; My education, public policy knowledge, extensive legislative and political experience has prepared me to serve.
RESPONSE: I am running because we must restore public trust in Lower Macungie government. We do that by electing people that lead with honesty and integrity, which I will do. Lower Macungie residents also deserve leaders that are in touch and accessible. My four-point Bright Future Initiative will put us on the right track. I will work to restore public trust, plan for responsible growth, ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability, and improve our quality of life.
ROGER C. REIS
D.O.B.: 1943
EDUCATION: 1999, Kutztown Univ. – Master of Public Administration; 1987, Penn State – Bachelor Degree in Administration of Justice
OCCUPATION: Retired from PA State Police as Captain
QUALIFICATIONS: Lehigh County Commissioner for 3 years (2003 Chairman); Member Lower Macungie Twp Public Safety Commission; Member – LCCC Foundation
RESPONSE: To continue to restore public trust and confidence in township government by ensuring open Board meetings with public comment. To have planned and sensible growth policies. I support a "police feasibility" study to help in determining the need for a police department and assuring full input from our residents. To make sure that fiscally responsible policies and procedures are in place to prevent the theft or misuse of taxpayer’s money.
RON EICHENBERG
D.O.B.: 1945
EDUCATION: BS Degree in Elementary Education Kutztown
OCCUPATION: Realtor. Managing Director Commercial Sales & Development, The Frederick Group
QUALIFICATIONS: 15 years management experience and community service. Serving as board president for a non-profit organization as well as service on Realtor related boards and committees on the local, state, and national level.
RESPONSE: My mission is "ensuring quality of life through transparency in government".
As an educator and Realtor, my career has been dedicated to helping people attain and work toward their goals. The role of a commissioner is people oriented, listening, and involving people in determining a proper direction. Honesty and integrity are integral components in government. The primary issues will be public safety, smart growth, and the environment. Working with the citizens of Lower Macungie Township, each can be dealt with ///
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER
(Vote for not more than Two – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
DEANA M. ZOSKY
D.O.B.: 1968
EDUCATION: 1986, William Allen H.S.; 1990, Long Island University, Southampton, NY, B.S. Accounting. Graduated with Honors.
OCCUPATION: CPA, President and Owner, Business Consulting firm.
QUALIFICATIONS: One of the five appointed Board of Commissioners, LMT 2008-2009; Certified Public Accountant with 20 years of accounting, audit and strategic planning experience. Contribute significant volunteer time as Co-Chair, Renew Lehigh Valley and various other community organizations such as the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission.
RESPONSE: I will continue to: Provide our residents with a transparent, responsive, customer service focused government, which manages our residents’ hard earned money in a financially prudent manner while providing them with the services and programs they desire. Advocate for a comprehensive study of crime and policing needs in our community and continue to support our first responders. Address growth pressures using innovative planning tools, expand our active recreation land, open space, and preserve our farmland and historic treasures.
DONALD DENBURG
D.O.B.: 1936
EDUCATION: The Cooper Union, B.S.E.E; Johns Hopkins University, M.S.E.E; Johns Hopkins University, Ph.D.
OCCUPATION: Retired from Agere Systems as R&D Technical Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS: Lower Macungie Township Authority 7 years (chairman 4 years). LMT Transportation Impact Fee Advisory Committee 2 years (current chairman.) Problem solving and management skills gained during long engineering career.
RESPONSE: We don’t live in a single-issue world. The residents have spoken in the recently completed Township survey. Their top concerns are public safety, improving the quality of life, building community involvement and dealing with the consequences of rapid growth. The major challenge is to address these concerns with revenues reduced by the weak economy. I would work to maximize communication and resident participation, manage expenses, prioritize spending and live within our budget.
REPUBLICAN
JOSEPH PUGLIESE
D.O.B.: 1956
EDUCATION: 1979, Iona College, BBA; 1984, Iona College, MBA
OCCUPATION: Business Administrator, Kutztown Area School District
QUALIFICATIONS: Business Manager – Public Schools, 11 years; Asst. Business Manager, 5 years; Financial Management – Private Industry, 13 years; Certified Public Accountant, 21 years
RESPONSE: Major issues affecting Lower Macungie are public safety, growth and financial management. Determine need and extent that citizens want to pay for public safety and other township services.
DOUGLAS H. BROWN
D.O.B.: 1956
EDUCATION: BS degree in Civil Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University, 1979
OCCUPATION: Civil/Municipal Engineer and President of Brown Consulting Engineers, LLC
QUALIFICATIONS: Judicially appointed Township Commissioner for 2 years; 24 years experience in municipal engineering, zoning and planning; Township resident and homeowner for 20 years; Local business owner for 5 years.
RESPONSE: We need a competent balanced board with expertise in all areas of local government that is capable of identifying and addressing the needs of the township and its residents. I am the sole candidate with extensive experience in municipal functions including: engineering, planning, zoning, traffic impact, and ordinances. Lack of knowledgeable oversight in planning and development can lead to rampant over development which has plagued this township. We cannot afford to let that happen again.
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
BILL ROY
REPUBLICAN
BILL ROY
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
EUGENE R. WEINER
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
MEL CHARLES
D.O.B.: 1952
EDUCATION: Ph.D. Chemical Engineering, Lehigh University
OCCUPATION: Retired
QUALIFICATIONS: Managed staff, budgets, projects. For Lynn Township: conducted water studies; drafted ordinances; wrote grants. Participated in Regional Plan, Lehigh Valley Greenways Plan. Served on Environmental Advisory Committee. Member: Lynnport Fire Company; Northwestern Ambulance Corps; Ontelaunee Rod & Gun Club; Lynn-Heidelberg Historical Society.
RESPONSE: The Township remains in turmoil because there is no unified vision for the future of Lynn. I would form citizen and business focus groups to develop consensus on a living plan to strengthen the local economy, manage growth, and encourage farmland preservation. I will push the Board of Supervisors to develop sound and practical financial, recreational, traffic, zoning, and environmental plans.
REPUBLICAN
BRIAN C. DIETRICH
D.O.B.: 1964
EDUCATION: 1982 graduate, Northwestern Lehigh School and Lehigh County Vocational Technical School
OCCUPATION: Dairy Farmer
QUALIFICATIONS: 1981-1982 President Lehigh County FFA; Lehigh County Farm Bureau Board of Directors – 12 years; President, 6 years; 1997 – Present, Lynn Township Planning Commission (currently Chairman); Weisenberg Lutheran Church Council – 4 years; President, 2 years. Awards: 1993 PA Master Farmer; 2004 Outstanding Young Farmer PA Jaycees
RESPONSE: We must cooperatively work to maintain our agricultural zoning and open space by careful planning and the control of overdevelopment. With Lynn Township’s deep agricultural roots, we should maintain the current agricultural zoning (10% rule) and do all we can to preserve our quality of life we experience in our township for future generations to enjoy. This also means Lynn Township needs to be fiscally responsible in its decisions to avoid overspending.
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
JERRY JOSEPH
REPUBLICAN
JERRY JOSEPH
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER (2nd Ward)
(Vote for not more than Three – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
JAMES SEAGREAVES
REPUBLICAN
No candidate
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER (4th Ward)
(Vote for not more than Three – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
JAMES A. BROWN
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER (5th WARD)
2-year term; vote for one
DEMOCRATIC
JOANNE ACKERMAN
D.O.B.: 1946
EDUCATION: Graduated from Wm. Allen High School
OCCUPATION: Retired.
QUALIFICATIONS: Local organizer for "Hands Across America"; Founder of a Cancer support group "Celebration of Life" and a member of the League of Women Voters.
RESPONSE: Having a person in office that will represent the concerns of the residences and will equanimity and consistently enforce the laws.
REPUBLICAN
DOMINIC GILES
D.O.B.: 1971
EDUCATION: 1997, Texas A&M University, B.S. Management
OCCUPATION: Businessman
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful business owner in the community since 2001. Highly energetic, motivated, outgoing and focused. Active in all aspects of township affairs. Current Salisbury Township Commissioner.
RESPONSE: The only issue is to keep the township running smoothly. Balance the needs of residents and business. Maintain the great standard of living that we all enjoy in this fine township.
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER
(Vote for not more than Two – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
CHRISTINA TORI MORGAN
THOMAS J. JOHNS
REPUBLICAN
CHRISTINA TORI MORGAN
THOMAS J. JOHNS
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER
(Vote for One – 2 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
JOHN BRAD OSBORNE
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
SAMIR SAM ASHMAR
REPUBLICAN
SAMIR SAM ASHMAR
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
ROBERT C. SENTNER
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for not more than Two – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
JOAQUIM JACK DeMATOS
STEPHEN WAGNER
REPUBLICAN
JOAQUIM JACK DeMATOS
STEPHEN WAGNER
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
EDWARD YESIK
D.O.B.: 1970
EDUCATION: Graduate of Northern Lehigh H.S. - Class of 1988
OCCUPATION: Owner/Operator of Edward Yesik Trucking (est. 1997)
QUALIFICATIONS: Lifelong resident of Washington Township, experienced in equipment purchasing, operation, maintenance and business management. Board member of Grundsow Lodsch #18, Emerald. Lifetime member of Star Hose Fire Co., Emerald.
RESPONSE: Eliminate wasteful spending, avoid tax increase. Encourage residents to attend meetings to voice concerns/opinions and be involved in governing their township. Exercise caution prior to adopting ordinances, inform residents of long term effects of such ordinances. Support our organizations, exhibit appreciation of dedicated volunteers. Support crime watch programs. Preserve township as a safe, affordable & gratifying community to live in for everyone including future generations. I feel communication and cooperation will enable prosperity.
REPUBLICAN
GERALD G. PHILLIPS
D.O.B.: 1948
EDUCATION: Graduate of Slatington High School, Class of 1966
OCCUPATION: Owner & Operator of Gerald G. Phillips Excavating (1983 to present)
QUALIFICATIONS: My extensive knowledge of all equipment used by the township will be a great asset to the township. I also have complete understanding of soil & erosion plans. I am very familiar with all township roads and geographical locations in the township.
RESPONSE: Confine spending to the approved budget, preserving reserve accounts to avoid or minimize tax increases. I will put the Washington Township resident’s [sic] needs first and foremost. I will work with local, state, and national officials and agencies on all issues affecting our township’s residents and businesses. I will protect the environment, focus on quality of life issues, and any items that will make our township a very desirable place to live.
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
(Vote for One – 6 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
No candidate
REPUBLICAN
ROBERT G. MILOT
TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONER
(Vote for not more than Three – 4 Year Term)
DEMOCRATIC
JERRY PALAGONIA
LINDA K. SNYDER
PAUL F. GEISSINGER
REPUBLICAN
JERRY PALAGONIA
PAUL F. GEISSINGER
LINDA K. SNYDER