
Jim Wertz is a union leader, teacher, and Erie County Councilman.
The son of a single mother and widowed grandmother, Jim moved to Erie to attend Edinboro University. Developing an immigrant's love of an immigrant community, he chose to raise his family in Erie because he sees the potential in the region.
Now, Jim represents Erie's 2nd District on Erie County Council where he serves as chair of Board of Elections with priorities to protect our democracy and make government work for the people it serves.