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BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA — Will Walker is running for a seat on the Bensalem Township Council in the Nov. 4 general election.
Walker, a Republican, is among the candidates vying for three, four-year terms on the five-member council. Longtime Republican Councilman Joseph Piniero did not seek re-election.
The candidates are Republican newcomer Will Walker and Councilwomen Stacey Champion and Michelle Benitez. They are running against Democrats Joseph Wenzel Jr., Ed Tokmajian, and Jesse Sloan.
Biographical Information Name: Will WalkerAge: 43Town of Residence: Bensalem TownshipPosition sought: Bensalem Township CouncilAre you an incumbent? NoWhat Towns Does Your Position Cover? Bensalem TownshipParty Affiliation: RepublicanFamily: Married to my wife, Allie – 40, Daughter, Sadie – 17Education: Graduated from Bensalem High School in 2000, Bachelor’s degree (Administration of Justice) from Penn State UniversityOccupation: Wealth Advisor (Certified Financial Planner – CFP) with United Capital Financial Advisors (15 years) Candidate Questions
1. How do you feel about the township’s future development?
Bensalem is the gateway to Bucks County, and I am very optimistic for our township’s future. We have strong, team-oriented leadership that I will hopefully join after the election. We have an elite public safety department, are financially sound, and have unique opportunities to grow.
2. What are your thoughts on political violence in the country?
I believe political violence to be 100 percent unacceptable. Radical ideals and rhetoric by certain parties fuels this type of violence: it must stop immediately.
3. What are the biggest challenges facing the borough?
My top priority in living here will always be continuing the fight to keep our community safe and secure.
Finding the right way to develop areas like the Neshaminy Mall and improve our infrastructure. Keeping radical left and socialist policies out of Bensalem and using common sense when governing by sticking to my core conservative, republican values.