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(Rochester, Pa.) The Beaver County Democratic Committee is partnering with prospective candidates as well as area food pantries in a one-stop collection event this weekend. To help candidates gather ballot signatures, voters can motor up to a drive-thru event from 10 am until 4 pm this Sunday, March 6, 2022, at the committee’s headquarters, located at 426 Adams Street in Rochester, PA. While they’re there, Democratic voters can also drop off canned goods to benefit the Little Free Pantries of Beaver County.
“In 2022, Democrats are dedicated to delivering results to all of Beaver County,” said Committee Chair Terri Mitko. “We are proud to find ways to pair our political work with activities that assist our neighbors.”
With the drive-thru event, voters can enjoy an easy way to ensure Democratic candidates get on the ballot — an essential step in the Pennsylvania election process.
This year, the petition period will occur in two parts due to current court proceedings. Signatures for the offices of governor, lieutenant governor, senator, and congressperson can be collected until March 15. The petition period for the General Assembly has not yet been set.
This year marks the second anniversary of the Beaver County drive-through donation/petition combination event. In 2021, COVID brought new challenges to many of our neighbors. To help ease the burden, the Committee gathered donations for the eleven Little Free Pantries throughout the county in conjunction with collecting signatures. Through this effort, the Beaver County Democratic Committee provided four boxes full of food and dry goods to each of the 11 pantries, and they are hoping to exceed that donation amount this year.
All non-perishable foods, except for glass jars, will be accepted. Especially requested:
Pasta
Pasta sauce in plastic jars
Mac and Cheese
Ramen Noodles
Canned or pouched meat or fish
Peanut butter and jelly
Canned soup, chili, and stews
Shampoo/conditioner
Toothpaste
Bars of soap
Deodorant
Donations can be brought to the Committee office parking lot beginning at 10 am March 6.
Petitions can only be signed by registered Democrats.