Business friendly and protecting taxpayers. Working with Joe Hession, Mountain Creek came out of bankruptcy and paid Vernon $3,367,054 towards Township sewer debt.
A Visionary Leader for a
Thriving Tomorrow
Business friendly and protecting taxpayers. Working with Joe Hession, Mountain Creek came out of bankruptcy and paid Vernon $3,367,054 towards Township sewer debt.
A Visionary Leader for a Thriving Tomorrow
Supports LOSAP
- Career civil servant
- Police Officer of the Year
- Teacher of the Year
- Coach of the Year
- 2019 Sussex County Mayor of the Year
- 2022 Vernon’s Hometown Hero
Harry Shortway solves communities issues through teamwork.
OUR MISSION AND VISION
Economic Diversification
Shortway is committed to diversifying the county's economy using strategic partnerships, business-friendly policies, and targeted investments.
Education
Environmental Stewardship Henry Shortway is dedicated to preserving Sussex Vernon Township's natural beauty by taking proactive measures to safeguard the environment.
Transparent and Accessible
Shortway's vision extends to creating a government that is transparent, responsive, and accessible to all
residents.
Infrastructure Innovation
Shortway will oversee the completion of the Town Center’s water and sewer system with federal
funds.
Harry Shortway, a devoted 32-years resident of Vernon, stands as a pillar of community service and leadership. His extensive lacrosse coaching career includes notable roles such as the head coach for the Vernon Township High School boys’ varsity lacrosse team and coaching the first women’s lacrosse team at Sussex County Community College, earning him recognition as the New Jersey Herald Lacrosse Coach of the Year in 2017.
In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Harry’s over two-decade-long career in law enforcement showcases his commitment to public safety, marked by multiple life-saving responses.
In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Harry’s over two-decade-long career in law enforcement showcases his commitment to public safety, marked by multiple life-saving responses.
Join our Movement!
Harry Shortway emerges as a distinguished candidate with a vision deeply rooted in community welfare and progress. With a proven track record of dedication and service to our Township, Shortway stands as a beacon of leadership committed to fostering positive continued progress to control taxes.