Tyrone resident Jay R. Young says, “I enjoy working with people and listening to what they have to say about issues directly affecting them. I believe in treating everyone with respect even if we don’t agree.”
Young is part of a group billing itself as “Team Tyrone” which is seeking four council positions and the mayor’s chair which are up for grabs in this year’s election.
“I am interested in a positive progressive future for the borough and its citizens,” said Young in a statement released to The Daily Herald. “I believe in an open door policy and every citizen’s voice will be heard, not ignored.
“I will serve as a full-time councilman and I will work with the citizens of Tyrone, not against them,” said Young.
The Lincoln Avenue resident sought appointment to council after the resignation of J.R. Watson in December of last year. Council decided to choose the other candidate who had submitted a letter of interest.
He says he is very much focused on supporting the borough’s fire, EMS and police departments by getting grant monies for personnel, equipment and overall day-to-day operations.
Young is a former member of the Citizens Fire Company, and an instructor for the State Fire Academy.
He said, “If elected I will bring to (the) office working experience of local government and (a) public safety background.”
In his release, he also noted, “We must also try to work with the youth of the borough, not against them. They are the future of Tyrone and it is up to us to help them secure that future.
“As member of Team Tyrone, I am willing to work with other communities and townships in northern Blair County along with state representatives in an effort to bring in new business and job opportunities,” said Young.
He also echoed a “Team Tyrone” theme by appealing to the voters and stating, “We’re in this for you.”
Young’s background also includes membership at the Church of The Good Shepherd, Tyrone Elks treasurer, membership in the Masonic Lodge and the Tyrone Sportsman’s Association. He is involved in the State Department of Health, the Fish and Boat Commission and the Game Commission as an instructor.
Young resides with his wife, the former Deanna Moore, at their Lincoln Avenue property.
Young is seeking a four-year council position as a Republican in the May 17 primary. If he wins there, his name would be placed on the ballot in the November election.
