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I have been a resident of Newtown Township since 1995 and a Newtown Supervisor from October 2017 though December 2025 (8 years). 2026 marks the close of my time serving as a Supervisor, and I want to use this moment to express my deep gratitude to the residents of this community. It has truly been an honor to serve you, to be your voice on as a Supervisor, and to work every day with the belief that local government functions best when it is transparent, accountable, and open to the people it represents.

As I step away from the dais, I’m not stepping away from Newtown. I will continue to support transparency, good governance, and resident involvement in every way I can. My hope is that the work we do together continues to strengthen the connection between the governing Board and the public it serves.

The Data Center Dilemma in PA

Recent news stories highlight a growing conflict in Pennsylvania and beyond regarding the rapid expansion of data centers and their significant environmental and social costs. While these facilities are vital for modern technology, they face intense criticism for their massive energy consumption, staggering water usage, and the potential to drive up local utility prices.

Community members and shareholders are increasingly demanding transparency and accountability, pushing back against the industry’s frequent use of non-disclosure agreements and its failure to meet stated sustainability goals.

Local governments, such as West Rockhill and Limerick, are struggling to implement zoning ordinances and regulations to protect their rural character from unregulated development.

Ultimately, the stories illustrate a complex struggle to balance the demands of the digital economy with the preservation of natural resources and local quality of life.

“Our founders wanted us to know what our government represen-tatives are doing. They knew that a healthy press is essential to a healthy democracy—and it’s worked for almost 250 years.” – Bucks County Herald. Also important, IMHO, is for elected government representatives to keep citizens they represent well informed.