Heather's Newsletter

Monmouth County Republican Checklist for the Week
8/31/2006

Hello Fellow Republicans:
Just wanted to give the week's rundown of what is needed to keep on the right track for this campaign to end in a November success. Remember you can always contact me 732-431-6664 or heatherbgop@gmail.com for more information.

Lawn Signs:
The time has come again, to show the democrats we need business. Right now we are holding short meetings to strategize the best locations for our mobile advertising activity. We need two things from you:

Sign Crew Help:
September 9th & 16th are both going to be a big sign crew meetings where we need to get a lot done; But nothing can be done without your help!
Locations: We want your input on the best location for our signs, we want no opportunities missed in this aspect of our plan.

HQ Needs You!
When I first started, I created a shift system for volunteers. With less than 80 days to go, we need help now more than ever. Please contact me at 732-431-6664 or heatherbgop@gmail.com to book a shift. From envelope stuffing to phone calls and beyond; every little bit is needed.

Dear Editor:
One of the best publicity is word of mouth and the only way to get that is to be seen. We need people to write letters to the editor which show Monmouth County's Republican candidates are the best people for the job. Please contact me at 732-431-6664 or heatherbgop@gmail.com for more information or to sign up.

Door to door:
Our county candidates want to multiply their efforts in going door to door and they need your help. If you are able to walk your home district and talk to your neighbors about Peters Lucas and Little, Please contact me at 732-431-6664 or heatherbgop@gmail.com and I will prepare a stack of palm cards for you along with talking points on our candidates.
Please remember that success cannot be found for our candidates without your assistance. Contact me anytime at 732-431-6664 or heatherbgop@gmail.com if you have any suggestions or can volunteer for any of the above.
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Heather Bachman
Administrative Manager
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Republican leadership is the reason for Monmouth County’s outstanding quality of life

A "Wireside Chat" from Chairman Adam Puharic
8/26/2006

Fellow Republicans:
In the coming days, the campaign of Rosemarie Peters, Andrew Lucas, and Freeholder Anna Little will announce an ambitious party platform to keep Monmouth County an outstanding and affordable place to live and work. In media stories, and undoubtedly in the coming attack ads of the Democrats’ wheeled-money campaign, you will be told that Republicans are not reformers, that corruption is rampant, and that we should not be proud of our Monmouth County Republican Government.
I say that’s a bunch of Balogna.
Let me remind you of the effectiveness of Republican leaders in making Monmouth County one of the best places to live in New Jersey:

1. Outstanding Financial management. We are one of only 13 counties in the entire nation to have earned AAA bond rating. This means our financial house is well in order – the number one reason voters put us there in the first place. For taxpayers, this means we save thousands in bonding costs, and can benefit municipalities by allowing them access to this great credit score through the Monmouth County Improvement Authority.

2. A great candidate for Surrogate. Rosemarie Peters helped to establish the open space preservation committee in Middletown, and led the charge in preserving 300 acres. Just think of her leadership in building on the good work of Surrogate Marie Muhler.

3. Proven reformers for Freeholder. Andrew Lucas cut taxes in his hometown of Manalapan. That’s right, he cut them in an age of cynism where voters don’t believe it can be done. He will bring his Princeton education to Freehold, and taxpayers like you and me will reap the rewards for years to come. Freeholder Anna Little will bring the care and concern that she has for the Highlands to county government, and her focus on cutting wasteful spending will make true-believers out of every homeowner and taxpayer she meets.

4. Nationally recognized constitutional officers. Sheriff Joe Oxley is recognized as the National Sheriff’s Association Sheriff of the Year. Of the 3,000 Sheriffs across our great nation, Monmouth County’s Republican Sheriff is best. County Clerk Claire French continues to impress her peers with the innovation and leadership taking place in her office.

5. Ethical leadership in political campaigning. A statewide expert on election law called the Monmouth County Republicans “Ethical Roadmap” in campaign fundraising the “platinum standard for the 41 other county political organizations.” The Asbury Park Press endorsed the plan with a glowing editorial. The Democrats have not responded.

6. Reform at the County Counsel. Reform and vendetta are two different things. Our Freeholders significantly restructured the attorney positions for the better. Fees and rates were slashed. Significant oversight by the Freeholder board is in place. A tough policy keeps counsel and politics separate.

And by the way, to contrast the above with the Democrats in Trenton, the press reported last week:
“New Jersey's state government has raised taxes this year more than any other state in the nation, according to a preliminary report released today by the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Among 44 states that provided tax information to the nonpartisan research group for state legislatures, New Jersey was one of three that hiked taxes by more than 1 percent and the only one to increase them by more than 5 percent.
(New Jersey) was often cited in the report for tax hikes and stood in contrast to most of its peers that have surpluses and can cut taxes or raise funding for programs like education, health care or road projects.”

This is how Dems govern in Trenton. They can not be trusted with our Monmouth County. Tell your neighbors and friends – there is a difference. Start the revolt to take back Trenton today. Be proud to be a Monmouth County Republican. I am. Pass this email along. We have a better way of governing, and our voters tell us so consistently.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Heather's Newsletter

Monmouth County Republican Checklist for the Week

Hello Fellow Republicans:
I am writing this to give you a little insight as to what you can do to assist in our success in November. As fellow Republicans, we need everyone's involvement to win this November for all of our candidates.

Freehold Office:
Now that we are open from 9:30 to 5:30 and some weekends, we need people to keep the office active. Please feel free to walk in for an hour or two and contact me if you want to set up a shift; contact me at 732-431-6664 or by email at heatherbgop@gmail.com for more information.

Phone Banking:
Our MCRC Chairman, Adam Puharic, wants every Republican to volunteer some hours to our countywide phone banking effort. We are looking for town-sponsored phone banks at county HQ in Freehold. Contact your municipal chair so that he or she can get 4 to 5 volunteer callers to fill at least one slot (M-F 5-8:30 pm and Sat. Noon to 8:30 pm).
If your chairman has not yet reserved one or more slots for your town, and you would like to help directly, call the County HQ at 732-431-6664.

Involvement, involvement involvement:
Right now the MCRC is working on doing door to door walking every weekend and we need people who know the area or are ready to learn a new area to walk with candidates. Speaking of homes, Middlesex Committee member Donald Katz suggests holding backyard get-togethers with prospective helpers so you get to know them and discuss what they can do for the committee.

Phone lists:
The Freehold headquarters are ready to set you up with up to date phone and walking lists. We are also ready to assist you in finding the best way for you to keep records. Please contact me at 732-431-6664 or by email at heatherbgop@gmail.com for more information.

Absentee ballots:
When walking door to door, be ready to suggest and/or assist with the absentee ballot. August is the month for many to go off to school and they will need a way to let their voice be heard on election day. P.S. look for elder family members, just turned 18 year-olds and/or stay at home moms who are too busy to go to the polls.

Literature is ready!
From palm cards to bumper stickers to lawn signs. If you have a place for a GOP décor or know someone looking, let us know. We have Chris Smith signs, county candidate stickers and more. Be sure to mention this at your walks and/or phone calls.

Events:
We can only know what you know if you tell us. If you hear of an event or meeting you think any or all of our candidates should be at, let us know. We can even put it on our online calendar. Email the event time, date and location at info@monmouthrepublican.org.

Use your voice:
Letters to the editor are a great way for the state and/or nation to know what we Republicans know and feel. These can also be a great venue for our candidates. With the click of the mouse, you could affect thousands of turns in the election booth. Feel free to contact me for assistance with this or any other media aspect.

Calendar
Here are upcoming events which we would love to see you at:

Saturday Seminars:

August 26th: 10 AM Grand Re-Opening and Lecture on Campaign Compliance

September 2nd: 11 AM Lecture on Data Mining by Richard Farrell

September 16th: 11 AM Lecture on Get out the vote ( GOTV ) by Michael Mahon, Chairman of Oceanport.

Remember, any event notice can be sent to info@monmouthrepublican.org.
Feel free to forward this to any interested individual or contact me if you or anyone you know want anymore information. Contact me at 732-431-6664 or by email at heatherbgop@gmail.com. Also, please let me know if you have any ideas yourself about how to serve the committee and the party better.
Only with your help, can we make this November a success for the Republican Party.
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Heather Bachman
Administrative Manager
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

The SIGN CREW is in the house! ... or maybe it’s in the barn?

You are missing a great time on the Monmouth County Republican Sign Crew! It is one of the best parts of being the Chairman. Special thanks to John Cantalupo for organizing the meanest, leanest (well, after a few more Saturdays), hardest working Republicans on earth. I’d like to recognize the following great people who are putting their back into supporting Rosemarie Peters, Andrew Lucas and Freeholder Anna Little:

Christopher Brennan
Allan Hodgsen
Andrew Lucas
Brett Palat
Michael Skudera
Terrence Wall
Rich Wiener

Will you be there next Saturday? We’re starting bright and early 7am to 11am. At Dave Shaw’s Barn on Howell Rd. in Howell. Please call Heather Bachman at (732) 431-6664 to reserve your spot. All the donuts, coffee, bottled water, and beverages are on me. Thanks for continuing to keep Monmouth County a great place to live and work, and vote Republican.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
http://www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Join us for a grand re-opening of the Monmouth County Republican Headquarters

A "Wireside Chat" from Chairman Adam Puharic

Dear fellow Republicans:
When I received the honor to serve as your chairman, I assembled an administration with three specific objectives to lead us towards victory in November:
Professionalize the fundraising and raise the bar on ethics in politics.
Establish a board of directors to help steer the party towards a better future.
Unify the party and build within it a spirit of service and dedication to Republicanism
I am happy to report that our Director of Operations Michael Borg, and our Administrative Manager Heather Bachman have been working feverishly to recreate our Monmouth County GOP headquarters as a resource center for volunteers, and a classroom where candidates and chairs can receive useful information on running winning campaigns.
I am proud to invite you to our grand re-opening of Monmouth County Republican Headquarters on Saturday, August 26th at 10am. Assemblyman Bill Baroni will conduct an educational lecture breakfast session at 11am on the topic of campaign election law compliance. Every Saturday, we will host an educational lecture breakfast on topics relevant to party workers and loyalists.
If you ever wanted to be involved in GOP politics, or to learn more from the experts who know how to win elections – this is your opportunity.
To participate, please call Heather Bachman at (732) 431-6664. I look forward to seeing you there.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

The Sign Crew Strikes Again - The roughest, toughest bunch of Republicans you ever did see!

Fellow Republicans:
They're lean, they're mean, they don’t like taxes. Join the Monmouth County Republican Committee's Sign Crew and show your dedication to the committee, the party, and the country through one of the great American Dreams....hard labor.
A needed part of our victory, the crew meets every Saturday at Dave Shaw’s barn in Howell. We will work from 8am to 1pm – but any time you can give is appreciated. Are you tough enough to be a REAL hardworking Republican? I hope so.
Join us, call Heather Bachman at (732) 431-6664 to reserve your space on the sign crew. Your party needs your help. Two hours of work could change your life. I'll buy the pizza and the beverages.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
http://www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

51st Annual Finance Gala - A Tremendous Success!

A "Wireside Chat" from Chairman Adam Puharic

Dear fellow Republicans:
On behalf of Rosemarie Peters, Andrew Lucas, and Freeholder Anna Little, I just wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make our 51st Annual Finance Gala a tremendous success. We all owe our Finance Gala Chairman, Tom Gagliano, a debt of gratitude for his selfless service to our party. He was an amazing man to work with, and I am lucky to have him as a trusted confidant in my chairmanship. Special thanks to Tanya VanVechten, Barbara Hindman, Heather Bachman, and Rick Denoia for an unbelievable amount of behind the scenes effort.
To every Republican who worked hard tonight – thank you for proving that Monmouth County is the best Republican organization in the state. To every Republican who did not work hard tonight – tomorrow is a new day, and I welcome you to climb aboard this victory train before it picks up too much speed. I’m saving a seat for you.
Cowboys Coach Tom Landry once said that victory happens when you do all of the little things right, and execute as you practiced. Tonight was a small step, but back in February and March, a night like tonight was impossible. Little things went right tonight. Thanks, and I look forward to seeing you at the Sign Crew on Sunday.
Adam
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
httpwww.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Join the Sign Crew - The roughest, toughest bunch of Republicans you ever did see!

Fellow Republicans:
This Sunday, August 13th at 10am, the Monmouth County Republican Sign Crew will begin working on getting frames cleaned and ready for action. Our great friend and great Republican, David Shaw, is allowing us to use his property in preparing the signs. Allen Hodgsen and John Cantaloupo have agreed to coordinate efforts on our behalf.
Are you tough enough? Are you a fair-weather-Republican? Does heat scare you? I hope not.
Join us, call Heather Bachman at (732) 431-6664 to reserve your space on the sign crew. Your party needs your help. Two hours of work could change your life. I’ll buy the pizza and the beverages.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Special Announcement: The Oceanport GOP to host Senator Tom Kean, Jr. for Haskell Breakfast

Please accept this invitation to a special event headed by the Oceanport GOP. Join Senator Tom Kean Jr. and the Republican organization for this special breakfast.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Chairman Adam Puharic Calls for New Ethical Leadership in Campaign Fundraising

Voluntary Spending Limits, Web Report Postings, Compliance Oversight
For Immediate Release
August 4, 2006
Contact: Adam Puharic
732-431-6664
Freehold, NJ – Monmouth County Republican Chairman Adam Puharic today called for reform in countywide campaign fundraising, and is issuing a challenge to Democrats in raising the bar in ethical public service. Chairman Puharic announced the creation of his plan, entitled “An Ethical Roadmap for Monmouth County Republicans,” which calls for web posting of ELEC reports, voluntary spending limits, as well as an independent council to oversee contributions given to Republicans.
“It is time to focus on public service, take campaign fundraising out of darkness, and begin the process of restoring public confidence in our political process,” Chairman Puharic said. “Republicans have lead the way in making this county a great place to live, work and raise a family. Now it is time to lead the way in setting a new standard for campaigns, candidates and the next generation of Republican leaders.”
“An ethical Roadmap for Monmouth County Republicans” establishes an election law compliance council to provide the county Republican Treasurer with 24-hour advice in adhering to all campaign finance laws. The Council consists of four or more independent professionals from legal, accounting, and public service backgrounds. Within 48 hours of receipt of any contribution, volunteers will notify the members of the Council. The Compliance Council will in turn advise the Chairman and Treasurer whether the Monmouth County Republican Committee (MCRC) should accept this contribution. Promptly, the treasurer will then deposit or return the contribution.
The Monmouth County Republican Committee will begin internet postings of our regular ELEC report filings on the web site at http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=5nmklxbab.0.kwiklxbab.64uixsbab.185&ts=S0201&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.monmouthrepublican.org%2F. Reports will be posted on or before Election Law compliance deadline. As part of the new ethics plan, on a monthly basis, Republican municipal chairman from across Monmouth County will be invited to attend compliance school, at the headquarters on W. Main Street. The sessions will be approximately one hour in length, providing municipal leaders with a comprehensive understanding of all campaign finance reform law, as well as best practices each town may establish to ensure transparency and openness in the campaign process.
The Monmouth County Republican Committee calls on Victor Scudiery and the Monmouth County Democrats to limit total campaign expenditures in the 2006 county election cycle to $75,000 per candidate, or $225,000. The Monmouth County Republicans will abide by this limit, if our opponents will agree to the same spending limits. All of these changes will apply to the Monmouth County Republican Committee account.
“When I was elected to serve as Chairman, I campaigned to raise the bar, professionalize the organization, and run a Republican party that we can all be proud of,” Chairman Puharic said. “I ask the Monmouth County Democrats to follow our lead and give the residents a political process they deserve.”
To view the complete plan, log onto http://www.monmouthrepublican.org
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Still time to Purchase your Gala tickets and meet Governor Tom Kean!

Dear fellow Republicans:
Please pass along this message to every Republican and supporter you know.
The Monmouth County Republican Finance Gala is being held on Tuesday, August 8th at 6pm, at the Navesink Country Club. Our special guest will be our own Governor Tom Kean! This will be a unique opportunity to meet our esteemed Governor in a lavish setting among friends and dedicated workers for our great party. It won’t be a success without you! This is also a great time to help us kick off the campaign of Rosemarie Peters, Andrew Lucas and Freeholder Anna Little.
Tickets are $300 per person, and can be purchased at the door. In addition, a number of Monmouth County Republican Leadership Council memberships are available at $500 per member. For more information, call (732) 431-6664.
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Adam Puharic, ChairmanMonmouth County Republican Party
http://www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

An Ethical Roadmap for Monmouth County Republicans

Submitted by Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Committee
August 3, 2006
I. Compliance Council
II. Web postings of ELEC Reports
III. Compliance School
IV. A call for voluntary campaign spending limits
I. Compliance Council
The Monmouth County Republican Committee will establish an election law compliance
council to provide the county Republican Treasurer with 24-hour advice in adhering to all
campaign finance laws. The Council consists of four or more independent professionals
from legal, accounting, and public service backgrounds. Invited to serve on the Council
are Tom Gagliano, former Monmouth County State Senator, Assemblyman Bill Baroni, a
recognized election law teacher from Seton Hall University, Ron Gravino, treasurer to
many statewide elected officials.
Within 48 hours of receipt of any contribution, volunteers will notify the members of the
Council. The Compliance Council will in turn advise the Chairman and Treasurer
whether the Monmouth County Republican Committee (MCRC) should accept this
contribution. Promptly, the treasurer will then deposit or return the contribution.
In this way, the MCRC is establishing an independent authority to provide checks and
balances to our treasurer, so that all contributions are vetted, advised on, and acted upon
in an environment of transparency and inclusion.
II. Web postings of ELEC Reports
The Monmouth County Republican Committee is committed to raising campaign and
operation funds in an environment that engenders confidence, openness and transparency.
It is our contention that the Republican party is the right party for Monmouth County, and
that everyone who comes to know and understand our platform will want to contribute
towards the success of our candidates. Our contributors are volunteers who believe in the
cause, and can see the outstanding success that Monmouth County has achieved through
over two decades of Republican Leadership.
Therefore, the MCRC will begin internet postings of our regular ELEC report filings on
the web site at www.monmouthrepublican.org. We intend to establish this practice
within one week of this announcement. In addition, it is our intention to post our reports
on or before the due date for each filing.
In addition, I ask the media to consider linking to our contributor page so that readers and
viewers can have fast access to our election reports. The public can help us to maintain
the highest of ethical standards in campaigning.
I call upon Victor Scudiery and the Monmouth County Democrat Organization to follow
our lead, go beyond ELEC reporting requirements, and provide the public with easy
access to their reports
III. Compliance School
On a monthly basis, municipal chairman from across Monmouth County will be invited
to attend compliance school, at the headquarters on W. Main Street. The sessions will be
approximately one hour in length, providing our municipal leaders with a comprehensive
understanding of all campaign finance reform law, as well as best practices each town
may establish to ensure transparency and openness in the campaign process. During
these sessions, individual campaigns may bring contributions to be vetted and discussed,
so that our municipal Republican committees can be confident in the funds they receive.
IV. A call for voluntary campaign spending limits
The Monmouth County Republican Committee calls on Victor Scudiery and the
Monmouth County Democrats to limit total campaign expenditures in the 2006 county
election cycle to $75,000 per candidate, or $225,000. The Monmouth County
Republicans will abide by this limit, if our opponents will agree to the same spending
limits.
The Monmouth County Republican Committee is setting a new standard in ethical
fundraising for our election victories. I call upon municipal chairman from both parties
to move towards adopting these goals.

The cost of in-fighting and rumor blogs

A "Wireside Chat" from Chairman Adam Puharic
Dear fellow Republicans:
Today’s Asbury Park Press brings us good news about the dissention and chaos that is occurring within the Monmouth County Democrats. I want to once again thank each and every Monmouth County Republican for providing me with such an orderly transition and unified spirit in my first two months as Chairman. I could give each of you a hug! I also want to caution you about the use of blogs to give away useful truths about our opponents, in August and not October. Happy reading, and keep up the good work.

Adam Puharic
Chairman

Democrats won't back Inzerillo
Party, Freeholder candidate at odds
Posted by the Asbury Park Press on 08/3/06
BY BOB CULLINANE
STAFF WRITER
The Monmouth County Democratic Organization on Wednesday withdrew its endorsement of Leonard L. Inzerillo for freeholder because the candidate failed to file necessary state financial reports on his aborted campaign for a state Assembly seat.
Inzerillo, a former Middletown Board of Education member, acknowledged that the mandatory reports were not filed, but said it was the party-assigned treasurer who was at fault. He vowed to continue his campaign for the Board of Freeholders in November, with or without the party's backing.
"This is not about campaign filings," Inzerillo said of the party's stated reason for backing off his candidacy.
"This is about the direction this party is taking. I questioned that direction, and as a result, I was told I was "out of control.' Well, I won't be bullied and I won't be bossed," Inzerillo said.
Inzerillo added that it was he who discovered the required financial filings were not made while reading a Web log, or blog, about six weeks ago. He said he immediately contacted county party Chairman Victor Scudiery, who told him to quit the race.
"That's an outright lie," Scudiery said Wednesday of making such a demand.
Scudiery also denied that the treasurer for Inzerillo's 2005 exploratory campaign for Assembly — whom both identify as Robin Panten — was to blame for the missing paperwork.
"He's the candidate and he's responsible," Scudiery said.
Despite what he said was the treasurer's error, Inzerillo agreed that he should have been aware that the required paperwork was not filed with the state Election Law Enforcement Commission.
He said he would be in Trenton today to make those belated filings.
"We're only talking a couple thousand dollars," he said. "But I do take responsibility. I should have made sure this was done."
Panten, who is a former executive director of the county party, could not be reached for comment.
The internal dispute in the county Democratic Party likely will do little to improve its chances of breaking the more-than-20-year grip Republicans have held on the freeholder board.
With Inzerillo vowing to continue his campaign, and the Democrats unable to replace him on the ballot, the standoff leaves Barbara McMorrow as the sole party-backed candidate for the two freeholder seats at stake in November's election.
"You think we want this?" Scudiery said of the Democrats' predicament. "We had no choice. We gave (Inzerillo) every opportunity" to regain the party's endorsement.
"I hope he comes to his senses and resigns," he said.
Scudiery also said the missing filings came to light during a standard investigation conducted on Inzerillo after his nomination at the party's convention in March.
Inzerillo called that contention "an outright lie," saying, "I Googled my name and found this blog, which said I hadn't filed. I was the one who brought this to the party."
The unreported filings are related to an exploratory campaign Inzerillo mounted for a future 13th District Assembly race after he failed to win in a Democratic primary in June 2005.
Michael W. Mangan, a spokesman for the county Democratic Party, said Inzerillo "raised funds and he spent money" in that effort, Mangan said, "but he did not report it to ELEC."
According to Frederick M. Herrmann, executive director of ELEC, candidates forming an exploratory committee are required to report contributions and expenditures.
"Years ago, we had something called "testing the waters' campaigns, which meant someone raising and spending money to explore a run for office," Herrmann said.
He said such campaigns were not required to file ELEC reports until the person officially declared candidacy.
"But that changed years ago and now, in general terms, you have to start reporting to ELEC" in such instances, Herrmann said.
Inzerillo concluded that he is being abandoned by the party in retaliation for his criticism of the party's executive director, Kate Burlett.
"Vic (Scudiery) is getting bad advice from her," Inzerillo said, "and I made a point of saying so."
Burlett, according to party spokesman Mangan, is on vacation and unavailable for comment.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Peters, Lucas and Little Call for Office of Shared Services

For Immediate ReleaseAugust 1, 2006
Contact: Adam Puharic732-431-6664

Office is key to consolidating purchases, lowering costs and duplication

Freehold, NJ – Monmouth County Republican candidates Rosemarie Peters, Andrew Lucas, and Freeholder Anna Little today called for the creation of an office of shared services within the county improvement authority.
“Monmouth County is already a leader in promoting shared services among its municipalities,” said Freeholder Anna Little, who is running for re-election. “Our improvement authority is a great example. Since becoming Freeholder, I've been looking for ways that to build on that success. In the absence of State aid, we must do all we can to assist municipal government by improving efficiencies and providing the most we can for every tax dollar.”
Peters, Lucas, and Little said they would use county purchasing power to assist municipalities in acquiring vehicles, equipment, and supplies at a lower cost. They also are calling on more municipalities to make use of Monmouth County’s AAA bond rating, and the lower borrowing costs that towns can gain from the highest credit rating.
“While serving on council in Manalapan, we were able to use the Improvement Authority’s pooled leasing program, saving the taxpayers thousands of dollars in bonding fees,” said candidate for Freeholder Andrew Lucas. “We are currently looking into increased cost sharing with our school district and surrounding towns.”
All three candidates said they would draw in their experience as local office holders in developing this new office and outlining its function.
“As a former councilwoman in the county’s largest municipality, I know first hand the struggles in balancing the cost of services and need for providing those services,” said Rosemarie Peters, candidate for Surrogate. “An office of shared service within the county improvement authority will go a long way toward consolidating services and keeping cost low by maximizing every taxpayer penny.”
Peters, Lucas, and Little called for the creation of a county office of shared services, with existing budget dollars, to assist municipalities in making the best use of the cost savings available. The office of shared services would focus on group purchasing, efficiency, and the use of next generation technology.
“With the current financial crisis facing the State, we know that we need to find new and expand existing efficiencies,” Freeholder Little said. “By creating this office, within an existing government entity, and without the need for additional tax dollars, we will be able to provide more and spend less tax dollars,” Freeholder Little concluded.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664

Monmouth County Republican Headquarters Makes a Call to Arms

Fellow Republicans:
Now that our Monmouth County Republican Headquarters is open, it is time to put your Republican spirit into action. Hence, we are calling on all of you to show your support by volunteering to our location at 16 West Main Street in Freehold.
This coming week, we have both phone calls and letters that need to go out at the fastest pace possible. Thanks to our new Administrative Manager, Heather Bachman, we are open from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and are ready to enter some evening hours to coincide with your schedules.
If you want this Republican ticket to be successful in November, now is the time to act! We will not be successful without your help.
To sign up for a shift, contact Heather Bachman at 732-431-6664 or by email at info@monmouthrepublican.org. Together, we can provide wins for all our candidates and victory for the Republican Party.
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Adam Puharic, Chairman
Monmouth County Republican Party
www.MonmouthRepublican.org
info@MonmouthRepublican.org
732.431.6664