FRONT PAGE NEWS: Kelly D. Summerford Enters Race for Harrisburg City Council

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May 30, 2007, 3:45:38 AM5/30/07
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Kelly D. Summerford Enters Race for Harrisburg City Council



Kelly D. Summerford Enters the Race for
Harrisburg City Council


by Diane F. White


Harrisburg, PA -- A Harrisburg man, known for his work with children in both the performing arts and mental health areas, has thrown his hat into the race for Harrisburg City Council as an Independent. He joins two incumbents, Susan Brown-Wilson and Gloria Martin-Roberts, as the only true "Independent" candidate vying for one of 3 seats up for grabs in November. Brad Koplinski, a relatively unknown candidate who many believe to be bought and paid for by so-called "Mayor for Life", Steven Reed will also be on the General Election ballot in November. Koplinski garnered a 3rd place win in the hotly contested May 15th Primary.

 

Kelly D. Summerford was born in Harrisburg and grew up on Reily Street, then moved to Holly Street, and presently lives on Market Street. He said today he will run an energetic campaign for one of the vacancies on City Council, advocating “neighborhoods that are safe from violence, crime, soul-stealing drugs and neglected properties.” In his announcement Summerford said he believes Harrisburg City leaders should embrace integrity and accountability and they should be responsive to the voices of all the people who live in Harrisburg. Read more

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