LEHIGH COUNTY, PA – Congressman Charlie Dent (R-PA) announced his endorsement of Brad Osborne for Lehigh County Executive.
“Lehigh County needs an executive who will lead by example and with integrity. Brad Osborne is that leader,” said Dent, who represents Lehigh County in the U.S. House of Representatives. “I’m proud to endorse Brad Osborne to be my county executive and I hope you’ll join me.”
Dent emphasized Osborne’s record of making government transparent and accountable: “Throughout his years in public service, Brad has used his business sense and collaborative approach to solve problems in government. He has fought to make government more transparent and responsive to our citizens, while keeping a watchful eye on finances. As Commissioner, he cut taxes four out of the last five years and returned $25 million to taxpayers of Lehigh County.”
Osborne’s work on both the Lehigh County Board of Commissioners and on the South Whitehall Board of Commissioners has helped yield a dozen budgets, all without any tax increases.
Osborne thanked Dent for his support. “Congressman Dent is one of us and has dedicated his life to serving our communities. He has brought jobs to the Valley and stood up for our veterans. His support speaks volumes and I am honored to have it.”
Dent has represented the 15th congressional district, which includes all of Lehigh County, since 2005. He previously represented the county in the Pennsylvania State Senate and the State House of Representatives.
About Brad Osborne
Brad Osborne has served as Lehigh County Commissioner since 2012, having chaired the board for three years. Previously, he served on the South Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners from 2005-2012, including serving as president of the board for three years.
Osborne worked as the plant manager for GEO Specialty Chemicals in South Whitehall Township and previously owned Petroleum Distribution Service, a nationally-recognized firm that offered air pollution control compliance services for Fortune 50 oil companies.
In addition to public service, Osborne sits on numerous boards for various organizations invested in the Lehigh Valley. He takes special interest in his role on the advisory board for ARCH of Lehigh Valley, a center that provides comprehensive services to individuals and families touched by autism spectrum disorders.
Brad and his wife Janice have been married 30 years and live in South Whitehall Township.
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Samuel Chen
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