Elected Officials

A life-long resident of Mt Lebanon, Mike has been a member of the School Board for the past four years. During his tenure, he has consistently provided unique insights from his professional background. Prior to joining the School Board, Mike served over 25 years as a police officer and school resource officer, has taught college level courses and proudly raised two daughters through the Mt Lebanon School District. He has lived in Mt Lebanon his… [Continue Reading]

Hugh Beal is seeking his second term as School Director. He is Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee, has served as liaison to the PA School Board Association (PSBA), and assisted with the development of the new District Strategic Plan. Prior to his School Board service, Hugh was active in the Mt. Lebanon Schools, including as a High School Unit Parent, and a member of the Superintendent’s Key Communicators Committee. He has also served… [Continue Reading]

Mt Lebanon is well known for its high-quality schools, and Aviva is seeking to contribute to its continued success by running for School Director. With her many talents, she and her husband Peter could have chosen to raise their family anywhere but chose to put roots down in Mt Lebanon because of it’s strong sense of community, vibrant and engaging citizens, and its outstanding schools. Since moving here, she has put her wealth of experience… [Continue Reading]

Valerie Fleisher is seeking her first term as School Director. She is a nonprofit leader with almost two decades of experience in the arts, higher education, and community development. She has an extensive background in board governance, nonprofit budgeting and finance, grant and contract management, human resources, and facilities management. Valerie has a deep sense of public service and is a dedicated school and community volunteer, serving as Chair of the Spelling Bee at Howe,… [Continue Reading]

Dr. Justin Hackett is seeking his first term as School Director. When Justin and his family moved to the area in 2013, they were drawn to Mt. Lebanon because of the exceptional schools. He has since committed himself to the community as a youth sports coach, board member for the Mt. Lebanon Soccer Association and a private instructor for percussion instruments. Justin also plays regularly in venues around the city with several bands. Dr. Hackett… [Continue Reading]

Jacob Wyland is seeking his first term as School Director. He was born and raised outside of Pittsburgh. He is part of a large extended family that taught him the meaning of hard work, the values of loyalty and commitment, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington and Jefferson College, with a major in Political Science, Mr. Wyland went to work in project management… [Continue Reading]

Joe Senko’s experience spans more than 40 years as a Certified Public Accountant, Financial Planner, and Director of corporate, municipal, and nonprofit boards. That experience enabled him to collect more than $75,000 in delinquent real estate taxes during his first term as Mt. Lebanon Treasurer. It is that same spirit he plans to bring back to the office of treasurer, in an effort to continue making the office more efficient and more fiscally responsible. Joe Senko earned his Bachelor’s degree… [Continue Reading]

Allegheny County Councilperson, At-Large, Bethany Hallam is a native Pittsburgher. She graduated from North Hills High School in 2008, and from Duquesne University in 2012 with a B.A. in Public Relations and Spanish. She has been a vocal supporter of all varieties of criminal legal reform since long before she was elected to office. During her ten-year battle with Substance Use Disorder, she had multiple run-ins with law enforcement that resulted in dozens of summary… [Continue Reading]

Tom Duerr was elected to Allegheny County Council in November of 2019. A lifelong resident of Bethel Park, Tom graduated from Bethel Park High School in 2013 and then attended Penn State University, majoring in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation at the Smeal College of Business and minoring in Film Studies. Since coming back to the region, he has led voter outreach efforts during electoral wins in the last three election cycles in Washington, Greene, Beaver… [Continue Reading]

Bob Casey believes that public service is a privilege and that he was elected to fight for Pennsylvania priorities and Pennsylvania values. He is working to foster financial security for American families, improve the lives of our children, increase opportunities for the middle class and protect our national security interests. Banner BREW ActAs a member of the Finance Committee, Senator Casey has made it his top priority to create Pennsylvania jobs and grow the U.S…. [Continue Reading]