Morley: leadership, clear vision needed

Doug Morley

A lifelong Potter County resident, Morley said he is running "because the county has reached a crucial point in time that will require strong leadership and clear vision."

"It will be important that decisions are based on dynamic and inclusive strategic planning, with thoughtful consideration being given to their long-range effects," Morley added. "Our county leadership must be the catalyst."

He is a graduate of Northern Potter High School and was a student at Williamsport Area Community College. He has also taken courses in management at Behrend College and banking courses at Dickinson College and Bucknell University.

Morley has worked in banking for the past 23 years and is currently an assistant vice president at Northwest Savings Bank, heading up its commercial loan operations in Potter and Tioga counties. He has said his career has helped him to understand the economic challenges that confront businesses, families, and individuals. Prior to entering banking, Morley owned and operated a small family restaurant and worked as a machinist and departmental supervisor for Pure Carbon.

Morley currently serves as the chairman of Potter County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities; second vice chairman of the Northcentral Pa. Workforce Investment Board; president of the Potter County Education Council, and is active with the Potter County Renaissance Committee.

He also is treasurer and past president of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce; a director of the Potter County Visitor Association, Potter County Progress through Communication Ag Committee and the Northeast Potter Economic Development Association.

Additionally, Morley has been involved with the Potter/McKean High-Speed Broadband Committee, Charles Cole Memorial Hospital Finance Committee, Potter County CareerLink, Food Matrix, Pa. Route 6 Heritage Communities and the Pennsylvania Wilds.

"Communication and cooperation among individuals, businesses, government, county agencies and community organizations are critical to achieving success on serious issues such as economic development, job security, taxes, community services, and quality of life," Morley said. "The organizations that I have been working with have given me broadbased insight . . . I am prepared to provide the leadership necessary to respond effectively and proactively to the present and future needs of all residents."