Theresa Vogler, Hopewell Township
Hopewell Township has been home for me since I was a child, even when I pursued my career elsewhere. In 1998, I had the chance to move back to the farm where I grew up. Joining me were my son and my husband, Michael Ruger.
Hopewell Township has changed a lot since the 1960s, but it still remains a wonderful place to live. That is why even when I lived in New York and Washington, it remained my home. My mother lived here until she died in 2012, and Michael’s mother moved here three years ago.
I have known Michael since 1990, and I know he is hard-working and always looks out for other people. Those qualities will serve us well in Hopewell Township. He is not running for Hopewell Township Committee for himself. He is running for all of us.
Michael understands the challenges facing our community. He knows that keeping taxes under control is critical to maintaining affordability for us. He will be a watchdog against unbridled spending. He will make sure we have the services we need.
Because of my mother and his own mother, Michael understands the challenges seniors face living in a largely rural community. That’s why he supports a community center which would include dedicated spaces and services for seniors.
Michael listens and acts. There is no one I would rather trust with protecting our quality of life here in Hopewell Township, by fighting the pipeline and uncontrolled development.
Please join me in voting for Michael Ruger —as well as Kristin McLaughlin, who I know well — on Nov. 8.
Theresa M. Vogler
Hopewell Township
