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Thursday, September 19, 2019

Civil Rights Activist Marvin Boyer Tapped For NorCo Personnel Comm'n

Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure has tapped Easton civil rights activist Marvin Boyer to serve on the county's Personnel Commission. This body administers the merit personnel system applicable to career service workers.

Boyer, as Political Action Chair of Easton's NAACP, is the lead organizer of the Color of Justice Committee, focused on criminal justice reform. His education forums on that topic attracted luminaries that include Attorney General Josh Shapiro.

He, along with Easton NAACP President Lance Wheeler, can often be seen at the courthouse. They have met several times with McClure in an effort to bring more diversity to the workforce and discuss issues affecting all minorities.

Boyer was also the organizer of a Black History Program at the Sigal Museum, which highlighted positive contributions made by persons of color in Easton.

He's a busy guy. He also serves on the jail's advisory board.

The smile you see on his picture is real. He is an embodiment of the words "Mercy" and "Justice" appearing on NorCo's seal.

County Council will vote on this appointment tonight.
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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2019 at 10:10 AM

    It would be nice to see someone of color who understands

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  2. HelenPSeptember 20, 2019 at 11:30 AM

    Bernie, did Council vote on Marvin Boyer's appointment. Have known Marvin since childhood. He is smart, strategic and committed to community.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2019 at 11:04 PM

    Doesn’t this gentleman live in Bethlehem?

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  4. Bernie O'HareSeptember 21, 2019 at 9:03 AM

    Helen P, Marvin was confirmed 6-0.

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  5. Bernie O'HareSeptember 21, 2019 at 9:05 AM

    11:04, No. He is from Easton and currently lives in Palmer Tp.

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