MIKE SUMMERSGILL VIRTUAL CAMPAIGN SIGN PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information, contact: Michael Summersgill at summersgilltc@gmail.com or 201-780-7322

Republican Candidate for Maplewood Township Committee, Mike Summersgill, has pledged that he won’t be using lawn signs to promote his campaign. Citing safety, environmental, and aesthetic concerns he is focusing on an innovative “virtual” lawn sign campaign with all proceeds going to local charities. This is a similar approach to his previous advertising where he sponsored the YMCA Duck Race and CHS Cougar Booster Golf Tournament.

“I have decided not to use lawn signs as part of my effort to get elected to Maplewood’s Township Committee in November. I have always found the signs distracting and I worry about the safety of placing them so close to crosswalks. Lawn signs are meant to draw attention and I’d rather have drivers’ eyes on the road, or my children, than a Summersgill sign. I understand my supporters still want a visible way to demonstrate their support and I am excited to announce the launch of my Virtual Lawnsign program. “

“Starting today, you can purchase a Virtual Summersgill Lawn Sign at www.OpExGap.com/map/ for $26. When purchasing the sign, you will be asked to select a charity that you would like to support. Here’s the great part, 110% of all money donated to purchase lawn signs will go to the charities selected – that’s right, none of the money is going to the campaign committee. We’ll send a check to each organization for the total amount donated and a little extra from Mike in November before the close of the election.”

You can see a GoogleMap of all lawn signs at www.OpExGap.com/map/ -  Watch as your neighbors blanket our town with their support for Mike AND the YMCA, CHS Boosters, and Girls Helping Girls.Period. A great way to eliminate the waste and danger of traditional signs.

About our selected charities

South Mountain YMCA - Every day, the Y gives the support it needs to learn, grow and thrive.  The Y delivers programs that support Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility. From advocacy to food security, disease prevention to athletics, football to dance classes, everything they do helps strengthen our neighborhood and the people who live here.

Girls Helping Girls. Period. -  GHGP believes feminine hygiene is a matter of basic health.  And human dignity.  The organization is dedicated to educating people on the need, and collecting/distributing products. GHGP does its work by hosting events, asking for business support with flyers and collection bins and encouraging others to host parties and activities that bring in donations. The mission includes donating a full years’ supply of products to each client it helps.

CHS Cougar Boosters - Since 1974 the CHS Cougar Boosters have provided critical financial support for the extracurricular programs at Columbia High School.  These funds have been used to allow student organizations and athletic teams to participate in team events and club activities, present award winning musical and theatrical performances, replace aging equipment, enter and host prestigious academic competitions, publish student writings, enhance school and athletic facilities and so much more...