Janice Stork
| Janice Stork | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Lancaster, Pennsylvania | |
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In office January 1990 – January 1998 | |
| Preceded by | Arthur E. Morris |
| Succeeded by | Charlie Smithgall |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Profession | Businessperson and politician |
Janice C. Stork (born ?) is an American politician, businesswoman, and member of the Democratic Party.[1] Stork was elected as the first female Mayor of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on November 7, 1989, defeating Republican challenger, Mary Lou Broucht.[2][3] Stork, who had previously served on the Lancaster City Council, served as Mayor for two, consecutive four-year terms from January 1990 until January 1998.
Stork narrowly won re-election to second term in November 1993.[4] She defeated former Lancaster County Commissioner Brad S. Fischer, by only 255 votes, or 2.2%, the second closest mayoral election in the city's history.[4]
She retired from office in January 1998 and was succeeded by Republican Mayor Charlie Smithgall.
References
- ↑ Elwell, Gayle (1996-01-08). "Allentown Store Not First Urban Location Bon-ton Shut Down In Recent Years". Allentown Morning Call. Retrieved 2013-06-26.
- ↑ "Women Add To Victories as Mayors". Associated Press (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette). 1989-11-09. Retrieved 2013-06-26.
- ↑ Eshleman Jr., Russell E. (1998-11-03). "A Tough, Tight Race For Lancaster Mayor". Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 2013-06-26.
- 1 2 Murse, Tom (2009-11-06). "Know political trivia? You mayor or may not". Intelligencer Journal. Retrieved 2013-06-27.
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Arthur E. Morris |
Mayor of Lancaster, Pennsylvania 1990–1998 |
Succeeded by Charlie Smithgall |
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