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Run for Borough Council - Toss Your Hat

Workshop Coming to Gettysburg
Posted on: January 16, 2019 - 5:53pm
Penn State Extension
Penn State Extension

TOSS YOUR HAT IN THE RING

Have you ever thought about running for local elected office? Pennsylvania’s system of local government puts many decisions about land use, economic development, local roads and our children’s education in the hands of township supervisors, borough and city council members, and school district directors. Penn State Extension is offering a workshop “Toss Your Hat in the Ring” which includes:

  • An overview of Pennsylvania local government and the responsibilities of a township supervisor, a borough council member, or a school board director
  • Instructions on how to run: filing a petition, reporting campaign expenses and other important information, presented by Angie Crouse, Adams County Elections Office
  • A panel of local officials who will talk about why they decided to run for office and some of their experiences since they were elected

The workshop won’t offer campaign tips or strategies; the focus is on understanding the roles, responsibilities and personal rewards that come with public service. “The people who run our local governments are our friends and neighbors – people just like us,” explained Tanya Lamo, Penn State Extension Educator.  “You don’t need special training or experience to serve your township, borough or school district.  If you’re interested in serving, care about your community, and are willing to learn on the job, we’d like to encourage you to toss your hat in the ring.”  

The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 7-9 pm with a snow date of January 24, 2019 at the Ag and Natural Resources Center, 670 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, PA 17372.  A webinar version will be presented February 12. Registration is $25/person and you can register at www.extension.psu.edu/toss-your-hat.

For more information, contact Judy Chambers or Tanya Lamo, Penn State Extension at 717-334-6271. In case of inclement weather: please check with local radio or television stations for cancellations. 

Penn State encourages people with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, call the Penn State Extension office at 717 334-6271.

What will you learn?

  1. An overview of Pennsylvania local government and the responsibilities of a township supervisor, a borough council member, or a school board director.
  2. Instructions on how to run: filing a petition, reporting campaign expenses and other important information.
  3. Learn from a panel of local officials who will talk about why they decided to run for office and some of their experiences since they were elected.