Strauss for Council

Strauss for Council Charles Strauss was elected to Gettysburg Borough Council from Ward 3 in November 2017. His term runs from Jan 2018 to December 2021

Over the coming months of campaigning, Charles is eager to talk about “what’s next” for Gettysburg and to listen to residents’ ideas and suggestions. How will the town leverage its storied past, its strong community, and its geographical location to overcome current challenges? How will Gettysburg Borough Council design and support policies and projects to compete in the free market and move the c

ommunity forward? How will council members and professional staff commit to holding the line on taxation to encourage more residents to stay in the borough and others to move back to the borough? Charles has developed three priorities that will guide his service on council if elected. He would like to invest further borough resources to create:

positive leadership – generate spirit of creativity and cooperation on borough council that inspires new vision and project planning throughout the community; absolute total commitment to transparency in borough governance, focused and transparent work on new borough strategic plan; more town hall meetings for Ward 3

healthy community – facilitation of a business advisory group for the borough; coordination with non-profit organizations and community associations with interests in youth programming, health and recreation, housing, and other forms of community building; revitalization of the community garden; emphasis on grassroots neighborhood solutions, strategically supported by the borough, for ongoing health and safety concerns in Ward 3. smart economic development – renewed focus on areas of town with unrealized development and/or residential potential, specifically the site formerly known as REDDI (between Carlisle and Stratton); deeper partnerships with area colleges and universities; commitment to patient, consistent, and ongoing discussion and hard work toward the consolidation and regionalization of planning and select services across municipalities.

When Judge Christy Simpson administered my oath of office in January 2018, which began my term of service on Gettysburg ...
06/25/2019

When Judge Christy Simpson administered my oath of office in January 2018, which began my term of service on Gettysburg Borough Council from the Third Ward, I never expected to be announcing my resignation in the middle of my term. I love Gettysburg (and particularly the Third Ward), a community that has welcomed me and my family with a kindness that convinced us that we had found our home.

I have enjoyed every day of my short time on this Council, serving alongside elected officials and staff who, to the person, care deeply about Gettysburg and who are devoted to listening to resident concerns and to crafting good policy. I leave now because after many months of searching, my wife and I have purchased a home in the Second Ward that fits our family perfectly; Borough Code requires that I step down if I am no longer living in the Ward that elected me.

With a heavy heart, I announced my resignation, effective July 15, at Monday's Borough Council Workshop.

I will still hold my Office Hours on Tues June 25 and Tues July 2 from 11 to 12 at the Library. I will forward all the comments and questions I receive to the entire Council (so please do stop by), and have complete confidence that Council will appoint an excellent replacement for my seat (perhaps you want to volunteer?).

I will also remain on the Planning Commission, and look forward to supporting the good work that we do together in this Borough.

Thank you to the residents of the Third Ward, to all Gettysburg residents who called me to express a concern, ask a question, or give advice, and who make me proud to say "I live in Gettysburg." Let's keep working together.

Charles Strauss is resigning from the Gettysburg Borough Council effective July 15 citing a move from Ward 3.

06/11/2019

Today’s office hour (June 11) is cancelled.

Today's Office Hour is canceled on account of a staff training at the Library. See you next week.
04/16/2019

Today's Office Hour is canceled on account of a staff training at the Library. See you next week.

We're preparing to move to our new computer system! The Gettysburg Library will be closed on Tuesday, April 16th for staff training. All other branches will be open normal hours.

03/25/2019

I'll be in my office hour tomorrow (Tues) from 11 AM to 12 Noon. We have a Council Workshop tonight and so I'll be to offer updates on a range of topics on the agenda this evening - from new parking kiosks to the proposed cell phone tower. See you there?

03/18/2019

If it's Tuesday, it's Borough Council Office Hour at the Adams County Public Library - 11 AM to 12 Noon - in the History Nook.

Thanks to U.S. Senator Bob Casey for visiting the YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County today to listen to families who may ben...
03/18/2019

Thanks to U.S. Senator Bob Casey for visiting the YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County today to listen to families who may benefit from the proposed Making Childcare Affordable for Working Families Act. Senator Casey received a tour and then heard from Adams County residents, including Elizabeth Covington Strauss. Thanks to Casey's staff and our YW staff for organizing this session. More photos here (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10157090040874096&type=1&l=fbff825cc5).

03/12/2019

Come one, come all to the Library at 11 AM-12 Noon. Bring any question about the Borough, or any concern, complaint, or recommendation...or just come on by to talk about all that is going on in our beloved Borough these days.

03/05/2019

The March 5 office hour is canceled, but I’ll be back next week.

Be safe. Many thanks to Gettysburg Borough Public Works!
03/03/2019

Be safe. Many thanks to Gettysburg Borough Public Works!

Gettysburg Borough Prepared for Winter Storm ScottSnow Emergency Expected

Be prepared for Petra.
02/19/2019

Be prepared for Petra.

02/19/2019

Week 3 of Office Hours, Tuesday (tomorrow) at 11 AM. I'll be closing down a little early tomorrow to get to another meeting.

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38 W Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA
17325

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