Business View Magazine Jan-2019

187 One of Lebanon’s chief assets is its intelligent and enthusiastic Mayor, Sherry Capello,who has just completed the first year in her third term, for a total of nine years in office. Capello is a driving force and visionary for the city’s future success.“When I first came into office in January 2010, the city had adopted a budget in 2009 for the 2010 year with an $850,000 deficit,” the Mayor recounts.“They were also three years behind in auditing. So,we had to quickly address that deficit in the short term. But although we were focused on accountability and restoring financial stability, I told the community and my staff, from the beginning, that we needed to envision the future; deal with the fires in front of us but look long term.” AT A GLANCE LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA WHAT: County seat of Lebanon County; population 25,770 WHERE: Central Lebanon Valley, Pennsylvania WEBSITE: www.lebanonpa.org BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE. Over the years, it’s been our privilege to deliver the energy that has helped make Lebanon a great place for business ... and for living, too. We’re proud to serve our customers and we look forward to keeping the future bright with safe, reliable power.