From staff reports
Patrick “Pat” Kline, a Forest County businessman and township supervisor, has announced his candidacy for Forest County commissioner.
Kline, who calls himself a dedicated community leader and advocate, will seek a Republican nomination in the May 16 primary election.
Kline has been a supervisor in Green Township in Forest County for 12 years, and he says that service has given him “a deep understanding of the issues facing our community.”
As a lifelong Forest County resident, Kline says he has an appreciation for the county’s strengths and challenges.
“With my knowledge and understanding of municipal government, I believe I am able to take my experience and passion for the people of Forest County to the next level,” he said.
Kline said that if he is elected, he is committed to working collaboratively with township and borough elected officials, community leaders, businesses and residents to address the most pressing issues facing the county.
He said those issues include infrastructure, promoting economic development, conservation of natural resources and expanding internet connectivity.
At the same time, he said he recognizes the importance of protecting the county’s natural resources and preserving the environment for future generations.
“Our residents have chosen to live and work in Forest County, in large part because of the natural resources, and preservation of the county’s natural resources is vital,” he said.
“As a husband, father and grandfather, I want my family to enjoy the wonderful and unique opportunities Forest County has to offer and do my part to see that it thrives for future generations to come,” Kline said.