Bergen County Clerk Hosts Model Citizens Program for Girl Scouts

Press release:

Bergen County Clerk John S. Hogan recently hosted a program for Girl Scouts throughout the county to help them attain their Model Citizens Badge.

Joining Clerk Hogan for presentations about their respective positions and careers were Superior Court Judge Rachelle Harz and Bergen County Police Detective Lisa Porfido. The fourth and fifth grade girls also heard from Jennifer Testi, Deputy Supervisor of the Clerk’s Elections Division, whom Clerk Hogan introduced as “an accomplished, up and coming young lady.”

Following the presentations, the Junior Girl Scouts explored the Bergen County Clerk’s Registry Division and were aided by employees in searching the vault for deeds to their homes.

Two voting machines were set up by the Office of the Bergen County Superintendent of Elections for the girls to vote on topics such as their favorite desert, favorite restaurant, favorite singer and favorite store. Then they reviewed the entire election process.

“This is a bi-annual event that I am honored to host along with having the pleasure of working with Judge Harz and Detective Porfido in putting the program together. And the Girl Scouts seem to enjoy it and get a lot out of it,” stated Clerk Hogan.

Photo Caption:

Bergen County Clerk John S. Hogan (seated left) hosting a program for Girl Scouts throughout the county to help them attain their Model Citizens Badge. Also pictured are (L TO R) Jennifer Testi, Deputy Supervisor of the County Clerk’s Elections Division (at podium), Superior Court Judge Rachelle Harz and Bergen County Police Detective Lisa Porfido.