Mayor Don Purdy Tops the List of Republican Council Candidates in Receiving over $16,000 in Political Contributions

GallowayTwpNews.com previously reported the Political Contributions received by Democratic Candidates for Council on June 9, 2013. At that time the Republican Council Candidates had not submitted their reports to the NJ Election Law Enforcement Commission in order to be reported on. 

GallowayTwpNews.com has since reviewed the NJ ELEC reports online filed on June 24, 2013 by the Republican Council Candidates. Mayor Don Purdy tops the list of Republican candidates by receiving $16,749.00 in Political Contributions. 

Frank Gargione was a far second with receiving $4,099 in contributions. Timothy Meadows Sr. brought in $1,313 and Robert Maldonado garnered $1,174 in contributions.

All candidates must report the individual contributions, if the contribution exceeds $300 in aggregate. The list of Political Contributions is listed below:

Mayor Don Purdy:

According to NJ ELEC report, Purdy received seven (7) contributions in excess of $300 which totaled $13,900. Purdy also received a total of $2,849.00 in contributions that were less than $300.

May 14, 2013 - $1,000 from Nick Menas

May 14, 2013 - $2,600 from Sahara Sand of Falls

May 14, 2013 - $2,400 from Lawrence Silvi

May 14, 2013 - $1,400 from Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Assoc.

June 3, 2013 - $2,500 from Marco Gomez Diaz

June 20, 2013 - $2,500 from Allgeyer Builders

June 20, 2013 - $1,500 from Rita Purdy

According to the NJ ELEC report filed, Purdy has since removed his money from his account. The description listed on the report is "Transfer Funds to General Election."

Frank Gargione:

According to NJ ELEC report, Gargione received seven (3) contributions in excess of $300. Gargione also received a total of $849.00 in contributions that were less than $300.

May 24, 2013 - $1,000 from Kenneth Calemmo

May 24, 2013 - $1,000 from Charles Pessagno

June 7, 2013 - $1,250 from Llyod Wimberg

Timothy Meadows Sr.:

According to NJ ELEC report, Meadows did not receive any contributions in excess of $300. Meadows received a total of $1,313 in contributions that were less than $300.

Robert Maldonado Sr.:

According to NJ ELEC report, Maldonado did not receive any contributions in excess of $300. Maldonado received a total of $1,174 in contributions that were less than $300.

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Galloway Township Republican League Presents 2013 Republican of the Year Award to Herb and Patricia Davis

Photo Provided by Keith Hartman

Galloway Township Republican League has announced on their GOP Facebook Page, the 2013 recipient of the Abe Lincoln Republican of the Year Award will be Herb and Patricia Davis. Herb and Patricia are parents to Keith Davis, Atlantic County Republican Chairman.

The GTRL has presented the Republican of the Year award for many years. Former recipients include former councilman Jim Cox, GTRL President Jennifer Heller and former Mayor Keith Hartman.

Mayor Don Purdy who is a long standing Republican in the community stated, "Herb is a great guy who has done a lot for the community and for the Veterans. This award is well deserved."

Herb and Patricia Davis will accept their award on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the Smithville Inn, between 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. according to the GOP Facebook Page.

Former Mayor Keith Hartman also gave praise to Herb and Patricia Davis by stating, "Herb is a nice man and dedicated to the Veteran's cause. They have both always participated in campaign events and are just an overall nice family."

Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola did not return comment on Herb Davis. Coppola has worked with Herb on the Veteran's Advisory Board and has spoken highly of him at multiple Council Meetings.

Hartman was also a former recipient of the Abe Lincoln Republican of the Year award in 2011. His award was presented to him by former Assemblyman Vincent Polistina. "It's always great to be recognized for your accomplishments." Hartman stated.

After a falling out, Hartman who is no longer a GTRL member stated, "I am one of many Republicans in Galloway who have denounced the local organization as a result of it leadership." Hartman who is now a registered Independent says his core beliefs are still consistent with Republican fiscal policies. "My principles have not changed. My leaving the party was based on not wanting to be associated with the local leadership." Hartman stated.

Galloway Township Republican League has faced controversy over the past couple years. The GTRL's current Municipal Leader is Terry Lucarelli.