Freehold Borough Council Election 2024: Sharon Shutzer

FREEHOLD, NJ — Freehold’s general election on Nov. 5 has four candidates running for two open seats on the Freehold Borough Council.

Incumbent Sharon Shutzer is running for one of two seats with Annette Jordan. Opposing candidates include Richard “Ricky” Gartz and Autumn Nonnenmacher.

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Sharon Shutzer

Age: 81
Town of residence: Freehold Borough
Education: Bachelors Degree from Marshall University in Huntington, WVA
Occupation: Retired Public School Teacher

What drove you to seek public office?
I am driven to seek public office because I grew up in a family that placed great value on becoming involved and giving back. My mother always taught us to never take more from society than we gave.

What sets you apart from the other candidates?
I believe that my tenacity, my passion, and my strong sense of allegiance to the residents of Freehold Borough set me apart.

I work hard, I am always accessible, and I am motivated by my love for Freehold.

What do you see as the biggest issue facing Freehold Borough, and how will you resolve it?
As with any town, there are many issues facing Freehold Borough.

With the loss of the Nestle Plant and the impending closing of Freehold Raceway, we are faced with the very unique problem of finding viable and appropriate replacements for those two huge ratables. I am vehemently resolute in my belief that WE need to be the architects of development in our town.

What are past accomplishments or experiences that make you qualified for this position?
Before becoming a councilwoman, I served on the Freehold K-8 Board of Education, so I hope that our residents know me and know how much I love our hometown. I have worked hard to represent my fellow residents, and I hope they know that.

I believe that I have proven that I am qualified for the job.

Name one thing about Freehold Borough that always makes you smile.
There is no way that I can choose just one thing about Freehold Borough that makes me smile.

I smile and my heart swells every time I think about our beauty, our history, our volunteerism, our sense of community, our involvement, our pride and so many other things. I smile as I say, YOU CANNOT HIDE THAT BOROUGH PRIDE!