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Primary 2007 SUPREME COURT JUSTICE JOB DESCRIPTION The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in the Commonwealth. In addition to being the final court of appeals, it serves as administrator of the unified court system and is responsible for ensuring that all Pennsylvania courts perform their duties properly. The Court hears decisions of the Superior and Commonwealth Courts and in certain cases, including those involving the death penalty, from the Courts of Common Pleas. It may also assume jurisdiction over any case pending before a lower court that involves an issue of immediate public importance. There are seven Supreme Court justices, the Chief Justice being the one having the longest continuous service on the Court. Term: 10 years--Salary: $175,236.00--(Vote for not more than two) Question: What does the phrase 'judicial independence’ mean to you? DEMOCRATIC WILLIS W. BERRY JR., Philadelphia--D.O.B: 08/24/1942 EDUCATION: 1968, Penn State University, B.S.; 1970, Drexel University; 1976, Temple University School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: Attorney for 20 years, 11 years, Judge for Court of Common Pleas ANSWER TO QUESTION: No strings attached. SEAMUS P. MCCAFFERY, Philadelphia--D.O.B: 06/03/1950 EDUCATION: 1977, LaSalle College, B.A.;1989, Temple University School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania Superior Court Judge QUALIFICATIONS: 39 years’ experience in the PA legal system; Decorated police officer; Attorney, trial & administrative judge (appt by Supreme Court); 11 years, Judge for Court of Common Pleas ANSWER TO QUESTION: The courage to assess the facts and apply the law free from political pressure or regard for popular sentiment. Unlike legislators, judges gain respect by proving they will decide each case with absolute impartiality, integrity and open-mindedness. To do this, judges must not fear retaliation from political entities or the media. If the public distinguishes the interpretive role of the judiciary from the law-making role of the legislature, judges will be free to perform their constitutionally-mandated role independently.
EDUCATION: 1979, Chatham College, B.A.; 1982, Pittsburgh University School of Law, J.D.; 2004, Virginia University School of Law, LL. M. OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania Superior Court Judge QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years as practicing Trial Attorney, Superior Court Judge for 7 years, Rated “Highly Recommended” by Allegheny County and PA Bar Associations ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is a matter of personal courage and integrity. It is incumbent on judges to make a sincere effort to educate the public regarding the respective roles of each branch of government and the importance of protecting the judiciary from undue influence. I decide each case that comes before me on its own merits. I am committed to the Rule of Law and to the protections guaranteed by the United States and Pennsylvania Constitutions.
EDUCATION: 1972, Southwestern College, B.S.; 1975, American University, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: Attorney for 20 years; Almost 20 years, Judge for Court of Common Pleas; Endorsed by Gov. Edward Rendell, “Highly Recommended” by PBA, Rated top 500 judges in America, Adjunct Professor – Univ. of PA Law School/National Judicial College ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence means doing what is right, both legally and morally, notwithstanding forces which overtly and covertly attempt to compromise or subvert the judicial process. Judicial independence is judicial accountability. I foster a culture where there is a willingness to allow the public to see what I do, ask questions about what I do, and make myself available to explain what I do. That breeds trust. Trust breeds independence, which is another word for respect. REPUBLICAN PAUL P. PANEPINTO, No response MAUREEN LALLY-GREEN, Cranberry Twp.--D.O.B. 07/05/1949 EDUCATION: 1971, Duquesne University, B.S.; 1974, Duquesne University Law School, J.D. OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania Superior Court Judge QUALIFICATIONS: 7 years as Superior Court Judge, Law Professor for 15 years and 9 years as a practicing attorney ANSWER TO QUESTION: “Judicial independence” means that judges are able to perform their duties in a fair and impartial manner that comports with the requirements of the Constitutions of Pennsylvania and the United States, and the law. Citizens turn to the courts to resolve disputed issues and/or to vindicate their rights. Judges who are able to perform their duties in the described manner serve these needs of the citizens in a way contemplated by our Constitutions and the law. MIKE KRANCER, Bryn Mawr--D.O.B. 12/05/1957 EDUCATION: 1980, University of Virginia, B.A.; 1983, Washington and Lee University School of Law, J.D. summa cum laude OCCUPATION: Former Chief Judge & Chairman of the Environmental Hearing Board. QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing attorney for 17 years, judge for 7 years. Annual Community Leadership Award, various volunteer activities ANSWER TO QUESTION: 1) Making decisions based on the law and facts of the case independent of outside influence or consideration. 2) The courage to do what is right even if that course runs counter to the agenda(s) of the other branches of government.
SUPERIOR COURT JUSTICE JOB DESCRIPTION The Pennsylvania Superior Court is one of two intermediate appellate courts. It hears all criminal and civil appeals from the Courts of Common Pleas except for death penalty cases and those that are specifically assigned to the Commonwealth Court. The Court has fifteen judges, with the President Judge elected by the members. Judges of the Superior Court must be lawyers and must reside in Pennsylvania for at least a year before their election and for as long as they continue in office. Term: 10 years Salary: $165,342.00 (Vote for not more than two) Question: What does the phrase “’judicial independence’ mean to you? DEMOCRATIC TIMOTHY J. MCCORMICK, No response RON FOLINO, Pittsburgh--D.O.B: 02/14/1954 EDUCATION: 1976, Pennsylvania State, B.S., magna cum laude; 1981, Dickinson School of Law, J.D., honor society OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: Rated #1 in fairness and impartiality for last 8 years, overall 70 state and federal trial judges in county, by the Allegheny County Bar Association survey of nearly 8,000 practitioners; highly recommended by PA Bar Association ANSWER TO QUESTION: The judiciary is responsible for protecting the individual rights of the people. Judicial independence means that a judge should be willing to make the correct decision under the law (including the Constitution) even though that decision might be unpopular among some groups. ANN E. LAZARUS--D.O.B: EDUCATION: 1972, SUNY at Stony Brook, B.A.; 1976, Temple University School of Law, J.D.; 1986, Temple University School of Law, LLM OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: Of Counsel, Ballard, Spahr, Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP; 10 years, legal Counsel to Orphans’ Court Division ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is a critical part of maintaining the judiciary as a strong, co-equal branch of government. The courts must be free from pressure, whether personal or political, in order to focus on doing what is right for our community, our country and our constitution. As a judge for over 15 years, law clerk and a lawyer before that, I have maintained my independence by focusing on doing what is right, not what is popular.
EDUCATION: 1970, LaSalle University, B.A.; 1973, Loyola University School of Law, J.D.; 1995, National Judicial College OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: 16 years Trial Judge – almost all court divisions; Prosecutor, 3 years; 15 years private practice attorney; “Recommended” by PBA; lifelong record of community & public service ANSWER TO QUESTION: The American form of government of three equal coordinate branches – legislative, executive and judicial – can be likened to a three-legged stool. If any one of the legs does not play a supporting role, then the entire stool will collapse. Each branch, and particularly the Judicial branch, must be independent and free from overpowering interferences, undue influences or dependencies from the other branches, in order for our government to stand and work effectively and with integrity CHRISTINE DONOHUE, Pittsburgh--D.O.B: 12/24/1952 EDUCATION: 1974, East Stroudsburg State University, B.A.; 1980, Duquesne University School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Lawyer QUALIFICATIONS: Highest possible recommendation for the Superior Court: Judicial; 26 years of trial & appellate courts experience ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is the foundation of a fair and impartial judicial system and one of the pillars of our democracy. Decision-making must be free of any external influence (political, social or economic). If such influence could result in a decision that is based on anything other than an impartial review of the record and the fair application of the law, a Superior Court judge should recuse herself.
EDUCATION: 1977, Boston University, B.S.; 1981, Howard University School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: 10 years as Trial judge with Court of Common Pleas and 10 years of service at the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority Dep. Exec. Director and General Counsel. ANSWER TO QUESTION: It means that judges need the independence to fairly interpret the constitution and resolve disputes without political interference. Judges must have both decisional independence and institutional independence. Decisional independence means the freedom to issue decisions that may be constitutionally sound but politically unpopular. The judiciary must also have the institutional independence from the other branches of government to perform its function without concern that resources needed for operation will be withheld. JAMES M. DELEON, Philadelphia--D.O.B: 12/25/1946 EDUCATION: 1970, Howard University, B.S.; 1976, Delaware School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Philadelphia Municipal Court QUALIFICATIONS: 20 years judicial experience,15 years in Army Corps of Engineers, 10 years practicing attorney ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is the freedom that a judge should have to decide a case before him/her impartially, based on the facts and in accordance with the law, without restrictions, improper influences, inducements, pressures, threats or interferences from outside pressure or special interests. REPUBLICAN
EDUCATION: 1973, Penn State University, B.A.; 1976, University of Pennsylvania, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: Penn State grad; Served his country in Vietnam; 25 years broad legal experience; 11 years as Solicitor to Dauphin County Controller; Served as Susquehanna Twp. Supervisor; Nominated to Court by Tom Ridge in 2001 ANSWER TO QUESTION: I have a rather conservative view on most matters, particularly with regard to the role of a judge. I believe a judge does not serve a policy-making function and should, therefore, restrict himself or herself to interpreting and applying the law as it is, and should never attempt to re-write the law as he or she thinks it should be. A judge is to put aside all personally held beliefs and decide the cases which come before him or her by applying the law to the facts and do so impartially and fairly.
EDUCATION: 1969, Penn State University, B.S.; 1975, Pittsburgh University School of Law, J.D. OCCUPATION: Judge, Court of Common Pleas QUALIFICATIONS: 16 years as Judge of Allegheny County, 15 years as an attorney, 13 years as Assistant Solicitor, 3 years as an Elementary School Teacher. ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is maintained when the judge holds fast and true to the oath taken upon induction –that oath being to uphold the constitutions of the United States and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. When a judge is committed to upholding the constitution and interpreting the law, thereby doing what is right, political expediency cannot enter into the picture. JACQUELINE SHOGAN, Murrysville--D.O.B: 06/05/1953 EDUCATION: 1975, Temple University, B.S.N.; 1981, Virginia University, M.S.N. 1990, Duke University School of Law, J.D. (high honors) OCCUPATION: Attorney with Thorp, Reed & Armstrong, LLP QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive experience in civil, administrative and criminal law, certified arbitrator and mediator, teaches appellate practice at Pitt Law School, “Recommended” by the PBA, longstanding community volunteer, former nurse and nurse educator. ANSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence means that a judge is obligated to faithfully and impartially apply the law, free from personal bias, financial or other personal interests, and outside influences. However, more must be required of our judges. They must avoid even the appearance of impropriety, which includes the appearance of lacking judicial independence. This means that a judge should limit contacts, affiliations, business dealings, and comments that would reasonably call into question his or her judicial independence.
LOCAL CANDIDATES COUNTY COMMISSIONER 4 YEAR TERM The "business manager" for the County. The corporate powers of the county are vested in this office. Salary: $51,749. (Vote For Not More Than Two) Democrat
EDUCATION: CCHS, LVC, Kennedy Western University, Basic and Advanced Academy of Excellence in County Government OCCUPATION: County Commissioner, Business Woman, Community Volunteer QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced commissioner devoting full-time to the people of Lebanon County. Awarded for leadership and services by ABWA, Chamber of Commerce, DAR, LWV, Girl Scouts, Team PA... www.JoEllenLitz.com for more information. ED RUTTER, Annville--D.O.B.: 8/8/41 EDUCATION: Leb. High school 1959, US Navy 1959-62, District Justice course (state) 1980 OCCUPATION: Retired - (District Court Administrator Lebanon Co.) QUALIFICATIONS Borough Councilman; 25yrs. Leb.Co. Government; most of adult life in supervisory and management positions. REPUBLICAN WILLIAM G. CARPENTER, Cornwall--D.O.B.: 1/28/46 EDUCATION: 1964 Graduate Cornwall High School, numerous management seminars; US Army; Lebanon Daily News OCCUPATION: Vice President of Development & Community Services for the Good Samaritan Health System QUALIFICATIONS: 16 years Cornwall Borough Councilman; 4 years Housing & Redevelopment Board; 19 years Lebanon County Commissioner; Served on Boards of Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Lebanon Valley, Commissioner....... ED MATHEWS--NO REPLY
EDUCATION: B.S. Public Policy, Pennsylvania State University OCCUPATION: Public Relations Coordinator, House of Representatives QUALIFICATIONS: As a life long resident of Lebanon County, I am deeply concerned with the direction that our county is headed. If elected, I promise to provide the residents with a new generation of leadership that is responsive, efficient, and accountable. LARRY STOHLER, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 3/17/45 EDUCATION: Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania Hospital; Bachelor's Education, Millersville; Master's Public Administration, Penn State; Associate's Fire Science, HACC OCCUPATION: County Commissioner QUALIFICATIONS: Commissioner Chairman, retired Pennsylvania Health Department Associate Division Director, 27 years experience statewide responsibility for Licensure and Medicare Certification of Hospitals and Ambulatory Surgical Centers. Vietnam Veteran, volunteer Firefighter and Instructor, Eagle Scout, Adult Scouter.
COUNTY CONTROLLER 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: The chief auditor of the county's financial operations. Responsible for the County payroll, accounts payable and financial records. Salary: $46,818 Republican ROBERT M. METTLEY, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 12/5/51 EDUCATION: Graduate Cedar Crest High School 1969; Various Business courses at Elizabethtown College and Lebanon Valley College OCCUPATION: Lebanon County Controller QUALIFICATIONS 29+ years of banking experience in various operational and supervisory positions. Lebanon Habitat for Humanity Treasurer 6 years. Lebanon Republican Party Treasurer 14 years. Current Lebanon County Controller
CORONER 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: Investigates cases of sudden, violent, or suspicious deaths in the County. Salary: $46,818 Republican JEFFREY A. YOCUM--NO REPLY
PROTHONOTARY & CLERK OF COURT 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: They are the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas, assist persons in obtaining passport and naturalization papers. Salary: $51,380 Democrat JOHN R.LISS, Myerstown--D.O.B.: 5/21/49 EDUCATION: 1980 Reading Area Community College (AA); 1968-1972 USCG 2 terms in Vietnam; 1967 Reading High School Auto Shop OCCUPATION: Retired after 30 years at Western Berks Water; Manheim Auto Auction as a driver QUALIFICATIONS: The willingness to show up everyday. A life time of solid work ethics Republican
EDUCATION: 1984 Lebanon High School; University Missouri; HACC Lebanon Campus OCCUPATION: Prothonotary/Clerk of Court QUALIFICATIONS: February 2003 Nominated by Gov. Rendell; March 2003 Senate confirms nomination; Since August 1984 served as a General Clerk to Chief Deputy Prothonotary/Clerk of Court;Implemented website, imaging and case document management system
RECORDER OF DEEDS 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: Record deeds, mortgages, power of attorney, commissions, rights of way, releases. Collect transfer taxes in real estate. Salary: $46,818 Republican
EDUCATION: Graduated of Cedar Crest High School OCCUPATION: Recorder of Deeds QUALIFICATIONS: Recorder of Deeds, 8 years; President of the state association of Pennsylvania Recorder of Deeds; Active with the Pennsylvania State Association of Elected County Officials (PSAECO); Jackson Township Tax Collector, 3 years
COUNTY TREASURER 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: Receive and disburse County funds, handles licenses. REPUBLICAN
EDUCATION: Graduate of Northern Lebanon High School; Computer classes - HACC OCCUPATION: County Treasurer QUALIFICATIONS: Completing first term as County Treasurer. Was a small business owner for over 25 years, managing a restaurant for 6 years & working with my husband in the excavating business over 20 years. Previously served as Judge of Elections in Union.......
SCHOOL DIRECTOR AT LARGE 4 YEAR TERM--(vote for not more than five) Job Description: Responsible for the policy direction of a school district. Works with the school administration to approve curriculum changes, the school calendar, contract, real estate and per capital taxes. ANNVILLE/CLEONA SCHOOL DISTRICT Salary: NONE--Democrat/Republican STEPHEN BLOUNT--NO REPLY DENNIS BOMBERGER, Annville--D.O.B.: 7/17/49 EDUCATION: Annville-Cleona High School, 1967; Union Leadership Academy, Rutgers, 1976 OCCUPATION: Business Manager Chocolate Workers Local 464 Hershey, PA QUALIFICATIONS: Annville-Cleona School Board, 11 years; Auditor PA AFL-CIO, 13 years; Vice President East-Central States, Region I and II, Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union, 12 years.
EDUCATION: 1983, B.A. Psychology - Millersville University; 1995, Masters of Public Administration - Penn State Univ. OCCUPATION: Director of Human Resources - LVC QUALIFICATIONS: Current board member serving first term; Chair of the Policy and Extra Curricular Committees; Mom of four children ages 9, 12, 13, and 19. Three currently attending A-C Schools and one a recent graduate attending Ursinus.....
EDUCATION: 1974 Wellesley BA; 1978 Harvard Medical School MD, Boston MA; 1982 US Public Health Services, Carville, LA; 1986 Infections Diseases Fellow Penn State (Hershey) OCCUPATION: Physician, Infectious Diseases & Travel Medicine QUALIFICATIONS: Physician scientist, small business owner, Past President Lebanon County Medical Society, Fellow Society for Healthcare Epidemiology; Gulf War Veterans advocate for........
EDUCATION: 1977 Hempfield HS OCCUPATION: Farmwife QUALIFICATIONS: I am presently serving in the capacity of school director. The experience I have gained, as well as the fact that I am a mother of four children educated at Annvill-Cleona, qualifies me for this position. I believe I reflect the values of our community.
EDUCATION: High School; Martin School of Business; Real Estate courses: Fundamentals & Practice; Accredited Property Management; Professional Seminars OCCUPATION: Retired QUALIFICATIONS: Township Supervisor - 6 years; Board of Directors: Greater Warminster Chamber of Commerce 10yrs.; Centennial Health Care Center 6yrs; Plumstead Civic Association 2yrs; Business Management Experience 30yrs.
EDUCATION: 1975 Annvill-Cleona High School; 1979 Penn State University, B.S.; 1983 Dickenson School of Law, J.D.; 1996 UCLA, MBA OCCUPATION: Aerospace Attorney, Vice President and General Counsel, International Launch Services, Inc. QUALIFICATIONS: Manages legal/contractual issues for space company with over $250 million annual revenues; Retired Air Force Officer
EDUCATION: 1981, Annville-Cleona High School; 1998, Skidmore College - University Without Walls, B.S.; includes acceptance to and studies at Lehigh University, University of Pennsylvania and The London School of Economics OCCUPATION: Product Manager QUALIFICATIONS: Business Manager; Consultant: building maintenance; Current President Annvill-Cleona Class of 1981; Substitute teacher, 100+ days; Research and Development Engineer Republican NELSON HEAGY, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 11/12/55 EDUCATION: A-C graduate OCCUPATION: Farmer QUALIFICATIONS: School Board - 12 years; Lived in the A-C District my entire life. Having students in the A-C School provide me with a true picture of what is being accomplished at the student level
LEBANON CITY COUNCIL - 4 YEAR TERM (VOTE FOR NOT MORE THAN THREE) Job Description: All legislative powers of the city shall be vested in the Council except as otherwise provided in the Charter. Salary: $1200 Democrat SCOTT D. KOONS, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 9/2/60 EDUCATION: 1978 Graduate Lebanon High School; 1979, US Navy Advanced Electronics Data Systems Technician School OCCUPATION: Electronic Technician; Owner, SDK Electronics WILEY P. PARKER, Lebanon--D.O.B.:10/26/49 EDUCATION: 1971, Univ. of PA, BA; 1974, Univ. of Wis. J.D. OCCUPATION: Attorney with Henry & Beaver, LLP in Lebanon QUALIFICATIONS: Active legal practice for 30 years; Lieutenant Colonel (USAR-retired); Lebanon Rescue Mission and Lebanon Valley YMCA Boards of Directors; counsel, for Save Our System Community Action Group; Advisor, Youth & Government - Lebanon High School Republican
EDUCATION: B.S. Finance - Penn State; M.B.A. - Kutztown University; Juris Doctor - Regent University OCCUPATION: Attorney QUALIFICATIONS: Corporate marketing, management, and finance experience; Business development experience for an Internet start-up company; Small Business owner; Practicing attorney; Former Deputy District Attorney; Board member - Lebanon Lions Club; Property owner and landlord - Lebanon County; Proven balance budgeting and consensus building skills
EDUCATION: 1956 High School graduate OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner (33years) QUALIFICATIONS: Completed State seminars titled "The Art of Obtaining State and Federal Grants. I will aggressively work with our administration to successfully secure all money's available. Stop panelizing the home owner. I do love this City. It is our home. PATRICE ROYER, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 9/16/60 Education: Lebanon High School Graduate: Class of 1978 - At that time is was considered the Business Course. Occupation: Police Clerk, North Cornwall Township Police Department Qualifications: I worked for the City of Lebanon for 23 years. In 1979 I was hired to work as a clerk in the Department of Accounts and Finance. In 1982 I transferred to the Department of Parks, Public Property and Recreation as a secretary. In 1992 I was promoted to Director of Recreation. RICHARD A. WERTZ, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 1/7/58 EDUCATION: 1976 Cedar Crest HS; 1981 University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.A. Environmental Studies OCCUPATION: Vice-President of Wertz Candies, Inc. QUALIFICATIONS: As Chairman of City Council, I am dedicated to continuing the changes we have started in Lebanon. We must continue the renewal of the city, while ensuring the city remains financially strong. To continue the advancements, we must have......
PALMYRA BOROUGH COUNCIL MEMBER 4 Year Term (Vote for not more than three) Job Description: Holds executive and legislative powers of the Borough. Responsible for passing ordinances and resolutions and managing the business of the Borough. Salary: Republican FREDERICK CARPENTER--NO REPLY BOB DAILEY, Palmyra--D.O.B.: 3/25/61 EDUCATION: High School 1979 graduate; Some college, but not degreed; Board Certified Mine Safety Professional - [USA-188] OCCUPATION: V.A. Occupational Health, Safety and Environment. Pennsy Supply Inc. 1001 Paxton St., Hbg. PA 17105 QUALIFICATIONS: Board Member - International Society of Mine Safety Professional; Served on several National Industry Trade Group Boards; Small and large business experience; budget....... THOMAS E. ENSMINGER--NO REPLY GARY M. LAUDERMILCH--NO REPLY
EDUCATION: 2001, Harrisburg Area Community College, A.A. in Social Services OCCUPATION: Therapeutic Support Specialist, Philhaven Behavioral Health Services; Relief House Parent, Milton Hershey School QUALIFICATIONS: 6 years, professional experience working with parents and teachers in the therapeutic support of children with mental illnesses. Church leader and volunteer. No previous public office held.
EDUCATION: 2003, Lebanon Valley College, BA; 2007, Lebanon Valley College, Secondary Teaching Certificate OCCUPATION: Teacher; freelance graphic design QUALIFICATIONS: Palmyra Borough Council - 1 1/2 years; Palmyra Planning & Zoning Commission - 3 years; Lebanon County Republican Committee Member - 3 years; Resident of Palmyra - 4 years; 4 years experience working in state & local government.
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR 6 YEAR TERM--(VOTE FOR NOT MORE THAN ONE) Job Description: Holds the executive and legislative power of the Township. Responsible for managing the business of the Township. REPUBLICAN BETHEL TOWNSHIP--Salary: $1,875 DELLIE HERNLEY, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 2/17/26 EDUCATION: 1945 graduate of Fredericksburg, High School; In the Navy for 2 yrs during WWII OCCUPATION: Retired\Farmer QUALIFICATIONS: Bethel Township Supervisor for many years; born leader CHARLES T. MENGEL Sr., Fredericksburg--D.O.B.: 4/12/55 EDUCATION: 1973 NLHS AG.; Fredericksburg, PA OCCUPATION: Truck driver QUALIFICATIONS: Township Supervisor 6 years
NORTH CORNWALL TOWNSHIP --Salary: $2,500 THOMAS E. DAVIS III,--D.O.B.:9/26/41 EDUCATION: Magna Cum Laude Graduate of Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth, VA. Associate Degrees in Business and Secondary Education. OCCUPATION: Engineering Consultant to the Federal Aviation Administration, JIL Information Systems Inc., Washington, DC and Vienna, VA QUALIFICATIONS: Forty years experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as US Navy, Homeland Security and FAA. Familiar with federal government acquisition.......
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Architecture, University of California. OCCUPATION: Licensed architect, president and owner of award-winning Nest Architecture, Inc., founded in 1995 QUALIFICATIONS: North Cornwall Planning Commissioner, Lebanon Valley Conservancy Board member, and Cornwall Iron Furnace Board member; Kip Kelly is an advocate for quality of life, safe roadways, open space, and controlled development. JEFFREY L. STERNER, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 6/27/60 EDUCATION: 1983 BSCE, Drexel University; 1988 MSCE, Drexel University OCCUPATION: President, High Steel Structures, Inc. QUALIFICATIONS: NCT Planning Commission - current Chairman, member since 1994; NCT Sewer Authority - since 2006; Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corp. - past Chairman, board member since 1992; Lebanon Valley Chamber Foundation - Chairman since inception in 2002; experienced leader, caring community.....
NORTH LEBANON TOWNSHIP --Salary: $3,250 KENNETH C. ARTZ, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 10/25/33 EDUCATION: Jonestown H.S. 1951; Numerous workshops with PSATS and Int. Correspondence Courses OCCUPATION: Semi retired; part time D.B. Fisher Charter Bus QUALIFICATIONS: I have served North Lebanon Township as a Supervisor for 18 years and have become very knowledgeable of the proper information and application of the Township to address the publics concerns or problems.
EDUCATION: I graduated from CCHS, CST, and achieved the designation of CPS. OCCUPATION: I have a 14-year career as an Administrative Secretary at Hershey Medical Center, where my leadership and communication skills, have allowed me to excel as a topnotch employee. QUALIFICATIONS: I embrace the opportunity to contribute my experience and high standards to the challenges of township supervisor.
NORTH LONDONDERRY TOWNSHIP --Salary: $2,500--Donated, Not Taken
EDUCATION: 1953 -Palmyra High School; 1955 - Hershey Junior College - A.A.; 1957 - Susquehanna University - B.A. OCCUPATION: Manager at Seltzer Lebanon Bologna Company - 50 years QUALIFICATIONS: Involved with North Londonderry Township for over 35 years, as a Planner and Supervisor. REUEL D. RYMAN III--NO REPLY
UNION TOWNSHIP--Salary: $1,875 DENNIS A. FIRESTONE, Jonestown--D.O.B.: 9/26/51 EDUCATION: 1993, Mercer County Community College, A.A.S. OCCUPATION: Director, Lebanon County Tax Claim Bureau QUALIFICATIONS: Currently serving as a township supervisor for the past 17 months. Attended 2 Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisor conventions; retired military with over 26 years of service in various positions of management and leadership. DAVID MATTERNISS--NO REPLY
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE WARDS 1,2,3,6,7 6 YEAR TERM Job Description: Handles landlord/tenant matters, small civil matters as well as the level of court that first receives criminal complaints. First to set bail and conduct preliminary hearings and in traffic and nontraffic citations. Salary: $76,058 DEMOCRACT/REPUBLICAN JEFFREY F. ARNOLD, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 4/27/61 EDUCATION: 1983, Penn State, BA; 1989, University of Toledo School of Law, JD Cum Laude OCCUPATION: attorney for 17 years in Lebanon QUALIFICATIONS: Appointed as arbitrator to hear civil cases by Lebanon County Court of Common Pleas. ROBERT K. BOWMAN, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 9/18/54 EDUCATION: 1984 Penn State University Criminal Justice Degree; Extensive ongoing leadership training OCCUPATION: Truant/School Safety Officer Lebanon School District QUALIFICATIONS: 30 years as Police officer retiring as Lieutenant. Crisis Intervention Counselor; Life long city resident; 1989 Police Officer of the Year; 32 years experience working in Judicial System; thorough understanding of criminal & civil law. MARIA MELUSKEY DISSINGER--NO REPLY
BOROUGH COUNCIL MEMBER 4 YEAR TERM Job Description: Hold executive and legislative powers of the Borough. Responsible for passing ordinances and resolutions and managing the business of the Borough. REPUBLICIAN CLEONA BOROUGH--(vote for not more than four)--Salary: $162.oo per quarter HAROLD L. BOWMAN--NO REPLY
EDUCATION: Cedar Crest High School OCCUPATION: Self employed - Cal Boyer's Auto & Marine QUALIFICATIONS: Two years Borough Council member attended all council meetings since 1997. Successful business man for 33 years. Father of three kids. GILBERT E. CONDOR, Jr, Cleona--D.O.B.: 3/28/56 EDUCATION: Advanced Communications, Customer Service Manager 3000 Canby St. Harrisburg, PA 17103 OCCUPATION: Dauphin County Vocational School - Graphic Arts 1975; Williamsport Area Community College - Graphic Arts 1977 QUALIFICATIONS: Board member: South Central Workforce Investment Board; Printing Consortia; Board member: Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority; soccer coach - 7 years, Annville Cleona Recreational League; Cleona Crime...... DANIEL GEESAMAN, Cleona--D.O.B.: 6/25/61 EDUCATION: Lower Dauphin High School OCCUPATION: General contractor QUALIFICATIONS: Resident of Cleona Borough for 17 yrs. Have been attending Borough meetings for 4 yrs. STEPHPEN G. HARCLERODE--NO REPLY LARRY P. MINNICH, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 7/28/50 EDUCATION: BBA Business Penn State University OCCUPATION: Manager Children's Heart Group and 20 pediatric cardiology clinics throughout the state of PA QUALIFICATIONS: Cleona Boro Councilman for past 23 years. Current responsibilities include oversight and negotiation of police contract and purchases as well as overall safety of Boro residents J ERIC NOTTER--NO REPLY
EDUCATION: 1990, Kutztown University B.S., 1994 Shippensburg University M.S. OCCUPATION: Marketing & Research Manager QUALIFICATIONS: Borough Councilman, 12 yrs. Cleona Recreation Board member.
CORNWALL BOROUGH--(vote for not more than three)--Salary: NONE REPUBLICIAN ALAN R. BEHM, Lebanon--D.O.B.: 3/26/56 EDUCATION: 1974 LHS, 3 years Vo Tech, 6 years US Army OCCUPATION: Grounds & Maintenance, Sacred Heart Church. Cornwall QUALIFICATIONS: A resident of Cornwall for 20 years. Served on the Cornwall Zoning Hearing Board for 12 years. A member of Sacred Heart Parish Council for 8 years. Also a Trustee of the Rexmont Fire Company.
EDUCATION: 1954 Cornwall High School - 12 yrs OCCUPATION: Retired Steel worker QUALIFICATIONS: Was member Borough Council - 17 yrs; GLRA Refuse Authority Rep. 20 yrs for Boro of Cornwall; was vice-chairman of Tax Study Group for Cornwall Lebanon School Dist. RAYMOND L. FRATINI--NO REPLY
EDUCATION: 1953, Cornwall H.S. OCCUPATION: Retired; part-time - Hershey Park QUALIFICATIONS: Borough Council, 3 years
MYERSTOWN BOROUGH--(vote for not more than three)--Salary: $1,875 REPUBLICIAN MICHAEL BEHM, Myerstown--D.O.B.: 9/10/63 EDUCATION: 1987, Lincoln Tech. A.S. OCCUPATION: Accounting Manager QUALIFICATIONS: I have lived in the borough for almost 30 years and would enjoy the opportunity to serve the community. I would strive to keep Myerstown a good place to live and raise a family. SHELDON ADAM MOYER--NO REPLY GREG SMITH, Myerstown--D.O.B.: 6/2/68 EDUCATION: 1995, Harrisburg Area Community College Paramedic Program OCCUPATION: Paramedic QUALIFICATIONS: Myerstown Borough Council 6 years STEVE WOHLBRUCK, --D.O.B.: 5/3/54 EDUCATION: 1976 York College of PA B.S. Marketing OCCUPATION: Sales Manager QUALIFICATIONS: Borough Councilman Myerstown Borough 2000 to 2007; Vice President of Borough Council - Myerstown 2004 - present; Borough resident since 1984
PALMYRA BOROUGH MAYOR 4 YEAR TERN Job Description: Presides over Borough Council.--(vote for not more than one)--Salary: $2,300 REPUBLICAN
EDUCATION: 1969 - Western Kentucky Uni B.A. OCCUPATION: Realtor - Coldwell Banker - Hershey QUALIFICATIONS: Boro Council - 20 yrs; Vice Pres Council - 9 yrs; Pres. Council - 4 yrs; Chairman Police Committee - 14 yrs; Palmyra EMA Director - Deputy - 12 yrs.
ABSENTEE VOTING Registered voters who are ill, disabled, or will be absent from the municipality on Election Day may vote by absentee ballot. Completed APPLICATIONS for absentee ballots must be received by the county Board of Elections by 5 P.M., Tuesday, May 8. Completed absentee BALLOTS must be received back at the Board of Elections by 5 P.M. on Friday, May 11. If an emergency arises (unexpected illness or business trip) after the Tuesday application deadline, call your county Board of Elections for information on emergency absentee voting. Proof of emergency may be required. An emergency application and ballot can be obtained and voted by 5 P.M. on Friday, May 11. Any disabled voter having questions regarding the accessibility of a polling place should consult the county Board of Elections.
EXTENDED EMERGENCY BALLOT PROVISION (new)
An elector who becomes physically
disabled or ill or is called away on business after 5:00 p.m. on the Friday
prior to a primary or election may apply for an emergency absentee ballot by
submitting a letter or other signed document to the appropriate court of common
pleas before the close of the polls (8:00 p.m.) on Election Day.
For write-in voting information, check with the workers at your polling place before entering the voting booth. ELECTION DAY PROBLEMS If your right to vote is challenged at the polls on Election Day and the problem cannot be resolved at the polling place, the judge of elections at the polling place will (MAY) telephone the county Board of Elections. The problem could be resolved by phone if your name appears on the county records. If it does not and you want to try to resolve the problem, then you will have to go in person to the county Board of Elections where a judge from the Court of Common Pleas will be on duty to resolve election problems. IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
NEW VOTERS PROVISIONAL BALLOTS *CERTIFICATION NOTE* As of the publication date of this guide, the slate of candidates listed below is accurate based upon the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Bureau of Elections unofficial ballot. #### |
