Candidate: Eman H. Jarrah Office: Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Lehigh County I have over 20 years of experience as an attorney in both the private and government sectors. I have spent the past 15 years as a full-time deputy county solicitor where I am exposed daily to an assortment of issues that impact the citizens of Lehigh County. In that role, I regularly advocate in court and help develop solutions to challenging scenarios. My practice often deals with individuals in our community that have been exploited, abused, or neglected. I have honed my analytical and communication skills to provide sound legal counsel. I hold myself to a high ethical standard and maintain my integrity no matter how difficult the situation. I was taught to work hard, ask questions, and respect your fellow human.Those are excellent traits in any career, but in my opinion especially essential as a judge. My professional experience, breadth of legal knowledge and judgment qualify me for a position on the bench.

Candidate: Omar Ray Office: Lehigh County Commissioner (Dist 5) I am a community organizer, raised in Upper Saucon Township. Before working as a marketing manager I worked as a warehouse laborer and taught English abroad. I have organized with local grassroots organizations like Lehigh Valley for All and Make the Road to push for voting access and immigrant rights. In my efforts to help Lehigh County residents complete the census, I have spoken with families struggling because of leadership failing to invest resources into our communities. I have attended countless commissioner meetings where the public's voice is ignored. We need bold and compassionate policies and I believe my experience working directly with families will bring a fresh voice to the board which understands the struggles of working class folks. My lived experiences as a black working class man informs my empathy, drive and understanding of how budgets directly impact families.

Candidate: Van A. Scott Office: District magistrate 31-1-06 A lifelong resident of Bethlehem with two degrees in criminal justice, over 25 years of experience in the field including instruction of criminal law and procedure, I am uniquely qualified to serve as district magistrate. Having courtroom experience I understand the responsibilities of the position, as well as the need to conduct myself with integrity. While in law enforcement, I was fortunate to participate in varied assignments. I served as a Drug Elimination Officer, a School Resource Officer, a liaison to the community watch, and a Det/Sgt. I have always valued education. So, I took advantage of opportunities for additional training in, among other areas, courtroom presentation, courtroom defense strategies and tactics, aggressive behaviors, crisis intervention, identifying deceptive behavior, domestic violence, child sexual exploitation investigation, and cultural diversity. It is this blend of education and experience, along with a strong work ethic, that will allow me to serve my community.

Candidate: Kiera Wilhelm Office: Bethlehem City Council First and foremost, I care deeply about this city, and have for a long time: I first moved here in 1989 to attend Moravian College and stayed until 1994 before moving away to begin my professional career in teaching, nonprofit arts administration, and development. In 2000, I received my Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and returned to Bethlehem in 2013. In the last four and a half years as Director of Fig Bethlehem magazine – a publication that supports and promotes local businesses and organizations – I have become entrenched in not only the small business community, but the community at large. Learning and telling the stories of hardworking business owners and citizens dedicating themselves to our City made me want to do more. I have since become involved in projects with a number of community organizations including the YWCA Bethlehem, the Bach Choir of Bethlehem, the IceHouse Tonight performance series, Touchstone Theatre, Any Given Child Bethlehem, and more. These combined experiences fueled my decision to run for city council, and I am confident they will serve me in serving this city as councilperson. Continues on A17

Candidate: Hillary Kwiatek Office: Bethlehem City Council My family and I moved to Bethlehem in 2000. While raising our two children, I have built a successful career, first in non-profit fundraising and now as a communications professional. I have been involved in the community as President of the Friends of the Bethlehem Public Library; captain of a KaBoom! playground build at Higbee Park; a member of the Connecting Bethlehem working group; and a member and officer of the Bethlehem City Democratic Committee. I hold a B.A. in History from Queens College, CUNY; and a M.A. in Folk Studies from Western Kentucky University. I am running for Bethlehem's City Council to serve all of the people of this city that I love. We have a great future ahead of us. I know there's even more we can do to become a stronger more sustainable community where all of our residents feel a sense of true belonging.

Candidate: Grace Crampsie Smith Office: Bethlehem City Council I am in my 2nd year on city council. I chair the Public Works Committee and serve/have served on the Finance, Community Development, and Public Safety Committees. I am an Appointee of Appropriate Mental Health Services Appeal Board. In my 1st year on council I initiated/co-chair the Inclusive Bethlehem/Affordable Housing Task Force; sponsored resolution to assure insurance coverage for PTSD care for our first responders; collaborated with business associations to assist with challenges of the covid pandemic; proposed Responsible Contract Ordinance to assure taxpayer funds used in most transparent/efficient manner and ensure future workforce development via support for apprenticeship programs; co-initiated the Community Engagement Initiative to address social justice and law enforcement issues; voted against re-zoning of Garrison St. from single family homes to high rise apartments; voted for interlay zoning district to control student housing at Lehigh. My professional experience as a school counselor, addictions counselor, administrator of services for those with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses and their families, and Adjunct Community College Instructor on ADA and IDEA have been valuable in my role as councilperson.