Richard Frank, vice president of creative at AccuWeather, announced Wednesday that he will run for Harris Township supervisor.
An Altoona native, Frank graduated from Penn State in 1994. He went on to hold leadership positions with several advertising agencies in Baltimore and was director of advertising for the Baltimore Orioles. He returned to Centre County in 2011 and lives in Boalsburg with his wife and three children.
Frank, a Democrat, is secretary on the board of Happy Valley Special Hockey Association and has previously held board positions with the Penn State Advertising and Public Relations Alumni Network and the Central Pennsylvania Creative Professionals.
“Playing an active role in local government is crucial to protecting our way of life,” Frank said in a release. “I want to make certain the hard working families of Harris Township have a voice in the important policies and decisions that shape the beautiful and historic community we all call home.”
He added that he wants to work to preserve an already strong community while promoting positive growth.
‘Harris Township residents are blessed with incredible schools, natural resources, and a rich history that make this area the ideal community to raise a family,’ Frank said. ‘I am seeking the opportunity to work hard to protect the very reasons we all call this area home, and position Boalsburg as an example of smart, positive growth within the dynamic State College region.’
The Harris Township Board of Supervisors is comprised of five members who are each elected to six-year terms.
Pennsylvania’s primary election is on May 16.
