Bob Rushton and Shannon Rakitis – for a Better Woolwich.
Bob Rushton & Shannon Rakitis know that local government works best when it represents our neighbors, listens to concerns, and delivers responsible, responsive leadership.
They will:
- FIGHT BACK against the building of poorly placed low-income affordable housing projects that our community opposes and ensure that future rezonings are in line with what our neighborhoods want to see
- RESTORE A COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT at Township Committee meetings and ensure that all voices are heard with respect
- PLAN SMARTER to prevent overdevelopment of Woolwich, protect our open spaces, stop overcrowding of our schools, and ensure the safety of our residents
- PRIORITIZE AFFORDABILITY and fiscal responsibility to ensure families and small businesses can continue to call Woolwich home for years to come
Meet the Candidates
Bob Rushton
- Woolwich resident for 28 years
- Dad of 4 awesome kids (Ashley, Alexis, Alyssa, and Bobby) and grandpa of 3 with wife, Tracey
- Proud veteran who served our country in the United States Marine Corps & Army National Guard, member of Disabled American Veterans
- Successful Woolwich small business owner
- Volunteer Member of the Woolwich Township Joint Land Use Board for the last 12 years who believes in smart growth, affordability, and better planning
Shannon Rakitis
- Proud Woolwich resident for over 30 years
- Devoted Mom of 3 fantastic sons – Kyle, Luke, and Gavin
- Nurse Practitioner with Jefferson Neurosurgery who holds a Masters of Science Degree, building a reputation for caring. empathy, and compassion with every patient she serves
- Passionate animal lover and “dog mom” who has opened her home to two rescued German Shepherds, Ivan and Benjamin
- Committed to making Woolwich a more affordable place for families to live, work, and retire