Jeffrey R Browne: Abington Ward 6 Commissioner Candidate

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — The Nov. 7 general election is growing nearer.

And with that in mind, Patch is looking to help voters be better informed on candidates on the ballot.

Name: Jeffrey R. Browne
Age: 45
Gender: male
Location/Town: Glenside (North Hills)
Position Sought: Township Commissioner, Ward 6
Party: Democrat
Campaign website/social media: https://www.facebook.com/Jeffr...

Why are you seeking a position in local government?
I believe it is a calling for my life to serve people. As a local government official, I have the
opportunity to serve the community in a variety of ways.

What are your qualifications/experience?
I have served the community in Abington in various aspects for several years:
-Abington Township Human Relations Commission
-Abington Township Police Chief NAACP Advisory Board
-Abington Raiders Pop Warner Football Coach
-GYAC Baseball/Basketball Coach
In addition, I have served the greater Philadelphia area community in various ways:
-Block Captain when living in Philadelphia, organizing community meetings and block clean-
ups
-Youth Mentor at Christian Stronghold Church in West Philadelphia
-Volunteer for Corners to Connections Anti-Gun Violence Program through Taylor Made
Opportunities

What are three main issues you plan to take on in office?
-Improving Communication from Township regarding major initiatives using multi-media and
other forms of communication
-Increasing traffic safety along Limekiln Pike business corridor
-Increasing traffic safety along Jenkintown Rd.
-Bringing the North Hills community together both in person and virtually more frequently for
town halls & community events

Who are elected official or political/community leaders who inspire you?
The late John Lewis will always be a major inspirational leader for me. My father, who also
served as a school board director in Cheltenham and was the first African American School
Board President in Cheltenham is also a great inspiration for me.

What are some other personal information details you want voters to know about you ahead of the election?
My faith tradition is formative for my calling to serve the community. In my religion, I read the book of Matthew in the 22nd chapter and 36th verse to mean that loving my neighbor is as important as my love for God. I believe that if I am to truly love my neighbor, that love must be put into action by serving the community. In North Hills, we have different kinds of neighbors: people who own their home AND people who rent their home. We have small business owners who are also our neighbors. It’s my goal to serve ALL of the people of North Hills, and I hope to be able to have the privilege of continuing to serve the community as Commissioner.