[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1130]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
RECOGNIZING JACKSON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAIRMAN JONATHAN D.
HOLMES
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HON. SCOTT PERRY
of pennsylvania
in the house of representatives
Monday, December 1, 2025
Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Jonathan D. Holmes,
Chairman of the Jackson Township Board of Supervisors, for his many
years of service to Jackson Township, York County, Pennsylvania.
Jon has dedicated his life to serving the great People of Jackson
Township. He began in 1990 after being appointed as an alternate to the
Township Zoning Hearing Board, where he served for almost two years. In
1992, he became a full member of the Zoning Hearing Board. In April
2003, he was appointed to the Township Board of Supervisors to fulfill
another member's term, and became Chairman of the Board in 2005, where
he has served for nearly 21 years.
Jon's career as a Civil Engineer has benefited the Township greatly.
As a graduate of Penn State's Engineering program, he always understood
the Township's infrastructure needs and made efforts to improve the
quality of life for all residents. Under his leadership, he took the
Township's Public Works Department to the next level. The Township
implemented a roadway improvement program that funded proper paving
versus tar and chip, thus improving the safety and durability of town
roads. He also improved the equipment in the Department, giving town
employees the necessary tools to keep things running.
Jon led the Board during the purchase of land titled for Little Creek
Community Park, the Township's first park. Today, the park includes a
nine-hole golf course, walking trails, playground equipment, and a
pavilion; it's a heavily used community center and loved by residents
and non-residents alike, yet another tangible example of how Jon's
leadership impacted the communities in and outside of Jackson Township.
Jon's leadership was recognized not only by residents, but by other
leaders in Pennsylvania. He was honored by the Pennsylvania State
Association of Township Supervisors and inducted into its Hall of Fame
in 2025, which speaks broadly to his leadership abilities and legacy.
Mr. Speaker, I am honored and privileged to recognize Chairman
Jonathan Holmes for his selfless, tireless, and dedicated service to
the Citizens of Jackson Township, York County, Pennsylvania. His
leadership, professionalism, and fidelity will be greatly missed, and
his service sets the standard for all to be judged.
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