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Kasko and Birdsall Donation

In 2009 Jeff Kasko accepted a $2100 contribution from an engineering firm called Birdsall. It has been reported Birdsall made more than 1,000 political contributions over 5 years to hundreds of officials both in office and candidates seeking office.

Some of these contributions were reported to be illegal. While hundreds of political candidates and incumbents, as well as PACs and county parties received contributions of various amounts, no single recipient was found at fault. 

Some advice for Jeff Kasko, he should issue a statement denouncing Birdsall and inform the residents if they received any fee for service the past 4 years. The article is very disturbing; if 1 company can be so blatant, how many other companies are doing the same right now? Jeff, for your own good, please answer if Birdsall ever received any business from the township, if any monies from your 2009 account were disbursed to other political accounts or candidates, and if you were a reference, encouraged or put in a good word for them at a different town.

it's important we know what exactly happened with Birdsall in relation to your campaign and time in office just so people can never claim you avoided the issue. Set the standard high for your tenure and for future Mayors. Be an example of the right way to lead. Be transparent. 

And for goodness sake's ask your fellow commissioner to tuck in his shirt and show some dignity and respect to the office when appearing at public functions. 







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