JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) – It’s a packed field of candidates looking for a seat on the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners heading into the primary election on May 16.
Five candidates are vying for three available seats on the board of county commissioners – three Republicans and two Democrats. The candidates are (in alphabetical order) John Adduci (Dem), Herbert L. Bullers Jr. (Rep), Mark H. Humes (Rep), Scott North (Rep), and Jeffrey Pisarcik (Dem).
During the primary election, voters from each party are asked to vote for no more than two candidates. The two candidates who earn the most votes will move on to the general election in November.
In the general election, voters will be asked to vote for no more than two candidates. The three candidates who earn the most votes will win a seat on the board of county commissioners.
While it’s possible that an independent candidate could qualify for the general election, and it’s also possible a write-in candidate could win a spot on the commission in November, the most likely outcome is that three of the four candidates who make it through the primaries will be our next county commissioners. This system is designed to ensure that the minority party is always represented.
John Adduci
Image courtesy John Adduci/Facebook.
exploreJeffersonPA.com could not locate a candidacy announcement, nor a website/social media page for Mr. Adduci.
Herbert L. Bullers Jr.
Image courtesy Herbert L. Bullers Jr..
Bullers is one of three incumbents seeking re-election in this race.
According to a candidacy announcement sent out to media outlets in early February, Bullers emphasizes the need to resolve issues with EMS service availability and broadband Internet access throughout the county.
As commissioner, Bullers sits on several boards in the county, including the Conservation District, Workforce Solutions, Farm Bureau, and the Jefferson County Housing Authority.
Mark H. Humes
Image courtesy Mark H. Humes.
According to a candidacy announcement sent out to media outlets in March, Humes touted his 25 total years of service in law enforcement, his work with CNET (Clarion County’s drug task force), and his 20 years of work as a Deputy Sheriff in Jefferson County as his qualification to serve on the commission.
Humes currently works as a School Resource Officer at Hickory Grove Elementary and Brookville High School.
Humes is the father on one, is a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles (35 years), and is a member of the Firemen’s Club in Brookville.
Scott North
Image courtesy Scott North.
North is one of three incumbents seeking re-election in this race. He was appointed to the position in 2021 following the resignation of Jack Matson.
According to a candidacy announcement sent out to media outlets in February, North’s primary policy action was in battling PennDOT over tolling on Interstate 80. Ultimately, the commission, including North, prevailed in their battle over the plan.
“I approach my responsibility as your county commissioner in a straightforward manner; get the very best for the taxpayers of Jefferson County,” he said.
Jeffrey Pisarcik
Image courtesy Jeffrey Pisarcik.
Pisarcik is one of three incumbent candidates seeking re-election in this race.
According to a candidacy announcement sent out to media outlets in January, Pisarcik lives in Sykesville with his wife, Tammy. They have two children and five grandchildren.
Pisarcik serves as vice-chairman of the Governance Committee for the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania. He serves on several Jefferson County boards, including the County Library Board, the Emergency Management Preparedness Committee, the Jefferson County Hotel Tax Committee, and Jefferson County 911.
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