Four candidates are vying for three seats on North Catasauqua Borough Council.

Jessica Cope, Michele J. Hazzard, Joseph D. Keglovits and Mark S. Gioielli are seeking the four-year terms.

We asked the candidates the following question:

What qualities do you believe voters are looking for in a council member?

Their responses follow.

Democrat

Michele J. Hazzard

As a community member, I’ve always wanted to be heard and see change happen through the council members I voted for. What I have learned it that changes only happen in real time. My goal is to live up to those expectations as a council member myself. I understand our borough and how to navigate the red tape of small-town governance. It allows me to enact change effectively. Also, I have success applying for grants and fundraising to support our initiatives. I will continue to devote myself to bettering our community for our present residents and those to come.

Democrat

Joseph D. Keglovits

Voters are looking for a well-rounded candidate. Experience is a major advantage that I possess, with over 30 years on borough council. Voters want someone who will stand up for them and their needs, whether they are a new resident, a longtime resident or the often-forgotten senior citizen who I will look out for. Voters want a candidate who will increase their safety and improve communication between the police department and our residents. Finally, a balanced budget, no tax increases, exceptional fire, police and public works services and an overall improvement of the community are wanted, which I can provide.

Republican

Mark S. Gioielli

I believe that the residents of this borough are looking for someone that is honest and will look after their best interests as well as do what I can to help guide the borough into a bright and safe future. If we can get rid of the criminal element that is always growing and provide a honest government, I feel that we can move forward to keeping our great little town a place many will want to live in. I believe that the people will speak on Election Day.

Democrat Cope did not respond.