The Aroostook County Republican Committee met on Saturday, Feb. 21, at Governor’s Restaurant in Presque Isle. The following officers were elected: Chairman, State Senator Roger Sherman; Vice Chair North, State Representative Bernard Ayotte; Vice Chair Central, State Representative Peter Edgecomb; Vice Chair South, State Representative Henry Joy; Secretary, Gloria Duncan; and Treasurer, Ron McArdle. Members of the Aroostook County Republican Committee representing Republicans from area communities were in attendance to elect the new slate of officers for 2009. Republican State Committeeman Hayes Gahagan served as acting chair and moderator of the meeting.
“The Aroostook County Republican Committee represents traditional conservative Republican principles and values. We encourage all voters to participate in the political process, especially those who would like to join us in rebuilding a majority party based on individual rights, free enterprise and a strong national defense,” said Gahagan.
“Everyone in attendance expressed concern that government intervention and control, combined with increased government spending and taxation, is threatening our economy and our liberty,” added Gahagan.
For more information on how to get involved contact: The Aroostook County Republican Committee P.O. Box 28 Presque Isle, ME 04769.