Councilpersons Bob Cusick and Ray Petronko have promised to run a positive, issue oriented campaign for re-election to the South Plainfield Borough Council on November 4 th . Councilperson Bob Cusick said, "Political campaigns should really be an opportunity to exchange ideas and give the candidate's vision for the future. All too often 'negative campaigning' is employed by those who really have little to offer in terms of proposals or recommendations."
Councilperson Ray Petronko agreed with his running mate saying, "Bob and I are not only proud of our record but we are looking forward to discussing the new programs that the Democratic Mayor and Council have in mind for the next three years. South Plainfield is the best-managed borough in the entire State of New Jersey. No other town can boast of no municipal tax increase in four of the last six years while cutting debt almost in half. When you see the fiscal challenges that the federal government and states are facing, it becomes doubly impressive what we have been able to accomplish in our little town."
Councilperson Bob Cusick commented, "Everyone who knows Ray Petronko is aware of what a humble guy he is. He gives everyone credit but himself. Well, let me tell you, Ray Petronko is the mover behind the addition, which doubled the size of the P.A.L, and our new state of the art Senior Recreation Center. He also was an integral part of seeing the dream of senior housing finally become a reality when we opened our beautiful 100 unit complex last year. In addition every park in town has been upgraded with the crown jewel of the new jogging trail, parking and overall improvement of Putnam Park, which will have an official grand opening next month. Ray Petronko is the model of a dedicated, intelligent and motivated public servant and I'm fortunate to have him as a running mate."
Ray Petronko returned Councilperson's Cusick complements saying "As Chairperson of Public Works, Bob Cusick has been personally responsible for South Plainfield's 'pay as you go' road program, which at last count has repaved over 130 roads along with paving the parking areas at the junior baseball, soccer and girl's baseball complex. It's because of Bob Cusick's leadership that the park improvement program was made a reality. He also put in place the security policies which have stopped illegal use of our compactor and compost facilities which last year saved our taxpayers almost $200,000.00. Bob Cusick is a terrific councilperson and a great asset to out borough. He deserves re-election."
The candidates summed up their hope for the election. "We intend to run on our record and set forth our goals for South Plainfield's future. I encourage the Republican candidates to join us in a full and open positive discussion of the issues."