The mayor shall have the following duties:(1) To preserve order in the borough, to enforce the ordinances and regulations, to remove nuisances, to exact a faithful performance of the duties of the officers appointed and to perform any other duties as shall be vested in the mayor's office by law or ordinance.(2) Except as provided in section 1006(4) (relating to duties of council), to sign papers, contracts, obligations and documents as may be required by law.(3) To collect any costs and fees received and to pay the money into the treasury, except as provided in section 10A05(b) (relating to salaried mayor not to receive certain fees), to report to the council from time to time on the state of the borough and to make recommendations to the council on matters of borough concern. The borough shall furnish the mayor with the necessary dockets, books, forms and files as are necessary for the conduct of the mayor's office and which shall be and remain the property of the borough and be surrendered to the mayor's successor in office.
Education, Experience
BA in International Relations, MBA in International Business from St. Joseph’s University, retired Sergeant Major with 22 years in the Army.
Qualifications
Certified Borough Official by the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs; incumbent for two terms.
I’ve served as Hamburg’s Mayor since 2018 and am the only candidate with direct municipal experience. I hold an MBA, am a Certified Borough Official, and have strong ties with officials at all levels of government. As a retired Army Sergeant Major, I bring proven leadership. I’ve guided Hamburg through major challenges with a focus on teamwork, accountability, and results.
I’m running for re-election because I’ve gained deep knowledge of how local government works. I believe in managing change proactively and ensuring Hamburg is ready for future opportunities, like the Schuylkill River Trail, while protecting what makes our town special. I want to keep serving our community with steady, informed leadership.
Hamburg’s water currently isn’t fluoridated, and I’ve seen no public demand to change that. With evolving science and increased bottled water use, it makes sense to stay the course. Water quality decisions should remain with the Hamburg Municipal Authority, which is tasked with ensuring safe, clean water for all residents.
First, I want to get our Police Department accredited to improve professionalism and reduce insurance costs. Second, I support adding a School Resource Officer to enhance student safety. Third, I’d work toward forming a Northern Berks Council of Governments to give our region a stronger voice and promote collaboration.
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Education, Experience
Hamburg High School
Qualifications
Past experience with various organizations
I was born and raised in Hamburg, since the Mayor oversees the Police and Emergency management, I served on the ambulance as an EMT and also ran with Hamburg and Shoemakersville Fire Companies, I also worked for the County, first in the Communications/911 Center then I was a Deputy Coroner, but jobs I worked closely with all County Police Departments along with the Pa.State Police. I feel this gives me the knowledge to work with the Borough Police and Emergency Management.
I am retired and have the time to serve as Mayor and spent the time required to serve the residents of the the Borough. The current Mayor holds a full time job with the Berks County Coroner Office, also is a constable as well as the Mayor.
My concern is for public safety, so I will work with the water department te ensure the borough water supply is safe for the community.
1)The safety and cleanliness of the Borough.
2) Traffic safety in the Borough
3) Maintain and support small businesses in the Borough.
