CANDIDATES
John Reed | John Edington | Joe Simonetto | David Nellans
Andy Koultourides | Dave Shafer
DAVE SHAFER
MUNSTER CLERK-TREASURER
- Currently serving 12th year as Munster's Chief Financial Officer.
- Lifelong resident of Lake County, over 30 years living in Munster.
- Earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University
and holds a Masters degree in Public Affairs from Indiana
University.
- Recognized by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks as a
Master Municipal Clerk.
- Credited for establishing expanded use of credit/debit card and
ACH payments both online and at Town of Munster facilities.
- Initiated new purchase order system to better track and control
municipal spending.
- Advocated for change in state law to increase privacy rights for
Munster residents.
- Has successfully maintained a balanced budget throughout
tenure as Clerk-Treasurer.