Baldwin's David Depretis Challenges for Mayor's Seat

ELECTION RESULTS HERE: http://patch.com/A-426t.

Two Democrats are hoping to become the next mayor of Baldwin Borough during May 21's primary election, including David Depretis.

Name on Ballot: David M. Depretis

Age on May 21: 55 years old

Incumbent? Yes or No?: No, but current Baldwin Council President.

Primary Political Party: Democrats

Occupation: Technical Project Manager, McKesson Corporation

Work History/Previous Political History: "I have been employed by the McKesson Corporation for the last 27 years." Political positions: current council President; council member since 2002; Baldwin Borough's ACT 32 representative; former council Finance Chair; former Public Safety Chair; former Parks & Recreation Chair; former Franchising Fee Chair; former member of Baldwin's Civil Service Commission; Baldwin Borough District 12 Committeeman for over 12 years; Baldwin Borough 50th Anniversary Committee Chair; Baldwin Playground Committee Chair.

Post-Secondary (College, Trade School, et al.) Education History: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Robert Morris University; Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems, Robert Morris University; Master's Degree in Business Administration, Robert Morris University

Why Do You Want to Be the Mayor of Baldwin Borough?: "I believe in community service. Growing up in Baldwin, giving back—that is what I want to continue. I have the community at heart. I am aware of the mayor's position and duties. Serving as a councilman since 2002 and (as) current council President, I have the municipal experience. I feel I could be a good mayor, and I am excited about the possibility."

What Are the Two or Three Issues Facing Baldwin Borough That You Care the Most About and Plan to Address?:

• "Budget: We are doing a great job with the budget. We will need to continue to evaluate our expenditures and look for other revenue sources. We have adopted a five-year capital improvement plan that will maintain our equipment and facilities for the coming years.
• "Public Safety: I would first like to say that our police, fire and emergency medical services are top-notch. We are currently doing a study that will tell us what the optimum number of police officers a borough our size should have. I would look at the study and the budget before making a decision on police officers, along with the recommendations of the chief of police."

Are You Married? Do You Have Children? If So, How Many?: "I am married to Cindy, and we have three sons."

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