Three seek council seats – Bernaiche seeks return to council

    Name: Philip Bernaiche.
    Hometown: Houlton.
     What are some of the other political offices you have held, honors or titles you have earned?
    “I have served on the Houlton Town Council in the past, as well as the board of Budget Review, Zoning Board of Appeals, road committee, and the Houlton Parks and Recreation committee.”
    What is your career background?
    “I’ve been retired for awhile. I worked for the Bangor Daily News and the food center on Military Street. I also repaired televisions for 17 years.”
    Why are you running for office?
    “I am running for office to serve the people and make Houlton a better place to live. The people have the right to know what both hands of the government are doing.”
    What are some of the most important issue facing Houlton?
    “The issues that are important to me are economic and community development, because both add growth to the community and jobs that will bring good salaries to the population and a future for our young people.”
    What will be your primary goal if elected? 
    “Lowering taxes and taking steps in a different direction to lower costs by making changes. I am concerned about what the decreases in revenue from the state and national governments may be doing to our town.”
    Why should people vote for you?
    “I am the people’s candidate with ‘experience.’ I am always looking out for the best interests of the people. If elected, I will do my best to serve you all.”