Duke Frost - Newark 5th Ward Council Member
Licking County Republican Central Committee’s Fifth Ward Members unanimously elected Earl “Duke” Frost at the new Newark 5th Ward Council Member. Last week, the Licking County Republican Central Committee’s Fifth Ward Members held a meeting to accept nominations and make an appointment to fill the unexpired Newark 5thWard City Council Seat.
As Central Committee Chair, I was impressed with Duke’s passion to help move Newark forward to attract new jobs. His commitment to the City of Newark and the residents is refreshing in that he understands that government does not make jobs – It is the people and local businesses make jobs, expand companies, create new opportunities to attract companies to the area…. Duke stated “City Council can’t create jobs, but what we can and should do is partner with local businesses and figure out ways to attract new jobs.” Some of the key point that Duke noted included: Partnering with local businesses to help attract new jobs; Improving the city with downtown renovation and getting rid of derelict buildings; Making Newark a clean, safe community with good schools. Duke currently works in the County Prosecutor’s office and could help bring a new perspective to the City Council. Duke noted that “With my years at the Prosecutor’s Office, I’ve got extensive experience dealing with law enforcement. I’ve developed a good rapport with the Newark Police Department and think that will be a real benefit when serving on city council.” Thank you for your willingness to serve and Congratulations. Billie Fiore, Chair – Licking County Republican Central Committee.
