Easton, PA - Democrats thinking of running for local office this year have the chance to learn the ropes on Saturday, February 12.
The Easton Area Democratic Committee will offer its 2011 Democratic Prospective Candidates Information Session from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Easton Area Neighborhood Center, 902 Philadelphia Road. The morning begins with welcoming keynote remarks from Mayor Sal Panto who, as Easton's highest-profile elected official, is himself seeking re-election this year. Breakfast refreshments will be served.
The program will offer attendees the opportunity
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- To learn what local offices are open this year and what's involved in running for them
- To learn the basic requirements of getting on the ballot
- To learn what's needed for financial reporting as a candidate
- To meet incumbents and other candidates formally and to mingle informally when the session concludes
Persons interested in attending should RSVP either to EADC Chair Sandi Vulcano (eastonpa97@aol.com, 610-253-0696) or EADC Strategy Chair Matt Munsey (strategy@eastondems.unEnding.org, 484-548-0676) to make sure there is space for everyone.
The program welcomes locals who are committed to running for a particular office as well as those who simply want to know more about what such a commitment entails.