County-Wide Offices: Board of Commissioners and Row Officers
Jamila Winder: Montgomery County Commissioner
Jamila is a lifelong resident of East Norriton Township, a former student of the Norristown Area public schools, and a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and Eastern University. Upon completion of her undergraduate studies Jamila embarked on a career journey that has led her to build more than 20 years of management experience in the private sector. Over the years, Jamila has worked to give back to her community in several capacities. Jamila has served on the Norristown Area School Board and as Chair of the East Norriton Board of Supervisors. In addition, she sits on the Montgomery County Democratic Committee Executive Board as Corresponding Secretary and is an East Norriton Committee person. She has also served on the board of Women in Transition and was a "Big" with Big Brother's Big Sisters for more than 10 years. Jamila is a loving wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister and friend.
Website: https://www.jamilawinderpa.com/
Neil Makhija: Montgomery County
Commissioner
Neil Makhija is an attorney, educator, and civic leader. He is a Lecturer in election law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and is currently on leave from serving as Executive Director of IMPACT, the nation’s leading South Asian civic organization.
As Montgomery County Commissioner, Neil would oversee elections in Pennsylvania’s most critical county of over 850,000 people. He brings the expertise we need to protect the right to vote — and has a comprehensive pro-democracy plan to achieve historic turnout in Pennsylvania’s most critical county in the 2024 elections.
As Commissioner, Neil would also oversee the courts and district attorney’s office and prioritize advancing criminal justice reform. He’ll also oversee a $1.2 billion budget and make substantial investments in mental health services. That’s one of the many reasons Neil was endorsed by U.S. Senator John Fetterman — the only statewide elected official to weigh in on the Democratic Primary.
Neil has been a leader in Pennsylvania for years. In 2021, Neil was among 13 civil rights leaders invited by President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to the White House to advise on civil & voting rights. He was
Website: https://neilmakhija.com/about
County Row Officers. In addition to the County Commissioners, nine County departments are headed by an individual elected directly by the voters. All serve a term of four years.
Lori Schreiber: Montgomery County Clerk of Courts
Karen Sanchez: Montgomery County Controller
Dr. Janine Darby MD: Montgomery County Coroner
Website: https://drjaninedarbymd.com/
Kevin Steele: Montgomery County District Attorney
Website: https://www.steele4da.org/
Noah Marlier: Montgomery County Prothonotary
Jeanne Sorg: Montgomery County
Recorder of Deeds
Tina Lawson: Montgomery County Register of Wills
Website: https://tinalformontco.com/
Sheriff Sean Kilkenny: Montgomery County Sheriff
Jason Salus: Montgomery County
Treasurer
Court of Common Pleas of Montgomery County hears all cases filed in Montgomery County, divided into Civil (personal injury, contract, business or personal disputes alleging damages over $12,000), Criminal, Family (divorces and child custody), Juvenile (criminal cases involving minors), and Orphans (estates, trusts, guardianships and adoptions).
A Judge is first elected for a 10 year term, and thereafter runs for retention (when voters vote “yes” or “no” on whether a Judge should continue in office for another 10-year term).
Dan Ronca: Judge in the Court of Common Pleas of Montgomery County
I am running for Judge in the Court of Common Pleas of Montgomery County because I believe that public service is a calling. I have felt called to serve the people of Montgomery County as a judge for many years. Justice does not just happen. For our legal system to work as it should, those who serve as judges must know and understand the people of the County and possess the legal and life experiences which are necessary to administer justice fairly.
I was born and raised and have lived and worked in Montgomery County nearly all of my life. I can think of no better way to serve my community than to apply my 36 years of experience on its behalf. A Judge of the Court of Common Pleas must be prepared to handle a wide range of cases. I will be prepared to do that from day one. I have had extensive trial experience as a criminal prosecutor, as a civil litigation attorney, and as a family lawyer. I routinely serve as an arbitrator, mediator, and parenting coordinator in family law matters. I have been honored to receive the highest recommendation from the Montgomery Bar Association and to be unanimously endorsed by the Montgomery County Democratic Committee. When combined with my experience as a husband, as a father of three children, and as an involved member of this community, I believe that I have the experience and qualities necessary to serve the people of Montgomery County in this most important office.
Website: https://danroncaforjudge.com