2017 election: Monroe County treasurer
Two candidates are running for the four-year term of Monroe County treasurer. Longtime incumbent Claudette Segear is retiring. Information on candidates Theresa Johnson and Jennifer Shukaitis was provided by the Monroe County League of Women Voters.
Theresa Johnson
Republican
Address: Stroudsburg
Campaign website: www.monroetreasurer18.com
D.O.B.: 04/06/1959
Education: 1977 East Stroudsburg High School; 1982 East Stroudsburg University — banking and management classes
Occupation: Assistant vice president, branch manager, First Keystone Community Bank qualifications: 40 years banking experience, manager of deposit operations, branch manager, consumer lender, auditor; community involvement, Salvation Army, United Way, Big Brothers/Big Sisters Telethon, Big Pocono Little League
Do you have a specific suggestion for improving the administration of the office for which you are a candidate?: I will look for ways to increase income revenue by getting the best rates possible on investments to help keep our county taxes at a minimum. I will review the current procedures for licensing to help improve sales while staying compliant with county codes and continue working with all the residents of Monroe County. I will be a voice in Harrisburg making sure our licensing fees stay in Monroe County.
Jennifer Shukaitis
Democrat
Address: Stroud Township
Campaign website: http:/www.facebook.com/JenniferShukaitisforTreasurer
D.O.B.: 09/17/1976
Education: Bachelor of Science degree from East Stroudsburg University, 1998; master of science from Colorado State University, 2000; Northampton Community College continuing education course in management, 2011.
Occupation: Business owner: medical biller/coder: accountant assistant
Qualifications: General management/bookkeeping/ledger/reporting/account receivable, 17 Years; accounting assistant, three years; East Stroudsburg High School Class of 1994 treasurer, 25 years
Answer: Utilizing my experience and many years of acquired knowledge, I plan to increase administrative efficiency in relevant, cost-effective ways, including further advancement of technology. I would also increase awareness of available licenses for improvement of sales and compliance. I would continue to work toward maintaining the highest possible interest income within the provisions of the county code, all of which would help to offset taxes.
