Somerset County Freeholder Primary Candidate: Pat Walsh

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Pat Walsh is one of three candidates running for freeholder in the contested Somerset County primary election being held on Tuesday, June 4.

On the ticket are Republicans Walsh and Robert A. Quinn along with Democrat Melonie Marano who are all vying for the one open seat on the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

All three candidates are vying for their party's nomination on June 4 and then will move on to the general election on Nov. 5.

Pat Walsh

Description:

My name is Pat Walsh, and I’m from Green Brook.

What experience do you have that would help you serve?

Before being elected Freeholder, I served as Mayor of Green Brook for 11 years. I have been the liaison to all of the County Departments, and I have worked with each municipality on issues that affect them. My strength is being able to assess an issue, build a coalition to form a solution, and then getting the solution done.

What issues would you like to address in Somerset County?

I’m running to preserve Somerset County’s special way of life. I’d like to continue with pursuing and preserving open space, maintaining and improving our wonderful park system, reassess our social service programs to meet the needs of our most vulnerable, while all while keeping taxes low.

Why should voters vote for you?

Somerset County is consistently in the top 10 counties in the United States. This isn’t an accident – we’ve been blessed with good leadership and good governance over the years. I have the experience to continue that legacy, and I ask for your support and your vote!

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