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J. David Smith
City of Williamsport Government Study Commissioner (up to seven seats)
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A May 2026 report identified Smith as a former City of Williamsport and Lycoming County solicitor and as a candidate for a Government Study Commission seat. The available source does not state how long he has lived in the area.
Sources: WVIA News
What the candidate has said
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Study and revenue
Smith said the study would be at no cost to the city, and that voters could reject the commission’s recommendations in 2027. He also said home rule could open up local revenue options and pointed to Williamsport’s reliance on property taxes as a concern.
WVIA News
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