Commissioner Lynn Lail

Hickory, Apr 28, 2008 -

Hickory, NC – Congressman Patrick McHenry is pleased to announce the formation of his campaign’s Steering Committee for Catawba County.  The Steering Committee will be chaired by Lynn Lail, a Catawba County Commissioner, and will include strong representation from the business and faith community across Catawba County.

“Congressman McHenry recognizes the needs of citizens and works hard to develop solutions to meet those needs, " said Commissioner Lail.  “Even under intense pressure from the bureaucrats in Washington, DC, Congressman McHenry voted ‘no’ on CAFTA because it was best for the district.  Not only does he provide wonderful constituent service in his district offices, Congressman McHenry also fights for us in Washington, DC.  He has worked very hard to bring resources to Catawba County, and we are blessed to have him representing us.”

“I am humbled and grateful that someone with the leadership qualities of Commissioner Lynn Lail has agreed to lead my Steering Committee in Catawba County,” commented Congressman McHenry.  “The support of leaders like Commissioner Lail and the extensive experience represented by the rest of the committee encourages me for the fight we have against the Democrats in November.”

Steering Committee Members Include:

Commissioner Lynn Lail - Catawba County Commissioner, Conover

Senator Austin Allran - NC State Senator

Representative  Mark Hilton - Former Chairman, Catawba County Christian Coalition; Chairman, Catawba County Young Republicans; NC State House Representative, Conover

The Honorable Al Jean Bogle - Catawba County Clerk of Superior Court, Hickory

The Honorable Bradley Lail - Hickory City Councilman, Hickory

The Honorable Bruce Eckard - Mayor, City of Conover

The Honorable Don Beal - Conover City Councilman

Mr. Shawn Charles - Former Catawba County Republican Party Chairman

Mr. Alan Collie - Collie Construction Company, Community Activist, Newton

Mr. and Mrs. Eric and Sherry Gentry - Community Leaders, Church Activists, Conover

Mr. Michael Greene - Second Amendment Rights Coordinator, Hickory

Pastor and Mrs. Scott and Amy Greene - Community Leaders, Hickory

The Honorable Richard Harwell - Former Catawba County Commissioner, Hickory

Ms. Susan Harwell - Community Leader and Church Activist, Hickory

The Honorable Bob Hibbitts - Former Chairman, Catawba County Commissioners, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. Vince and Teresa Isenhour - Church Activists, Hickory

Mr. Al Kale - Commercial Real Estate Business Owner, Conover

Mr. Leroy Lail - Business Owner, Community Leader, Conover

Mr. Tommy Luckadoo – Former District Director for Congressman Cass Ballenger, Real Estate Broker, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. Alan and Cindy Malanowski - Homeschoolers, Community Activists, Newton

Mr. and Mrs. Gary and Jo Minton - Real Estate Developer, Business Owners, Church Activists, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. George and Carolyn Moretz - Community Leaders

The Honorable Charles Preston - Former NC State House Representative, Conover

Mr. Fred Rowe - Business Owner, Conover

Mr. Cecil Schronce - Former Catawba County Republican Precinct Judge, Former Catawba Precinct Chairman, Catawba

Mr. Terry Schwedler - Former Chairman, Catawba County Christian Coalition

Mr. Robert Smith - NC Crime Prevention Association Chairman, City of Claremont Planning Board Member, Claremont Rescue Squad, Claremont

Pastor Todd Smith - Community Leader, Mountain View

Mr. and Mrs. Bo and Pam Starnes - Business Owners: Windy City Grill, Community Leaders, Hickory

Mrs. Karen Stewart - Former Representative for Senator Jesse Helms, Conover

Mr. Tommy Stine - Business Owner: Stine's Gallery, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce and Dee Sweezy - Gun Activist, Catawba Valley Wildlife Club

Ms. Nell Thomas - Former Catawba County Republican Party Chairman, Hickory

Mr. Phil Walker - Banker, Community Leader, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. Kelsey and Beth Williams - Business Owner: Williams Law Firm; Former Chairman, Catawba County Republican Men's Forum, Conover

Mr. Jeff Lominac – Community Leader, Political Activist, Conover

Mr. and Mrs. Tim and Jean Aberle - Attorney, Sunday School Teacher, Boy Scouts of America Leader, and Homeschoolers, Newton

Mr. and Mrs. Jim and Deborah Sweezy - CEO and Artist, Hickory

Dr. William Litaker - Dentist, Hickory

Mr. and Mrs. Barry and Elizabeth Propst - Community Activists and Homeschoolers