About George Bell for Exeter Township Supervisor

George Bell has always been passionate about serving his community and making a meaningful difference. With a strong background in community engagement and a deep commitment to government transparency, George is dedicated to fostering economic development and enhancing the quality of life for all Exeter Township residents. His experience and values make him an ideal candidate for the position of Township Supervisor.

Biographical Highlights:

  • Married to Elaine; proud father and grandfather

  • Exeter Township resident for over 25 years

  • Son of a retired career police officer and Vietnam veteran

  • Stepfather to an Exeter Township firefighter

  • Graduate of Pennsylvania State University

  • Local business owner specializing in financial advice

  • Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks

  • Committee member, Pennsylvania Association of Township Supervisors

  • Member of Friends of the Exeter Township Police, a local 501(c)(3) charity

  • Member of the Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department Fire Advisory Board

  • Former Chairman, Exeter Township Board of Supervisors

Position on new fire house

We need to develop a long-term solution for our Fire Department facilities .  Our community is extremely fortunate to have a team of dedicated and well-trained firefighters.  The fire department facilities on the other hand are aging and no longer meet the department’s needs.  In partnership with the Fire Department, the Fire Advisory Board, and our community, it is imperative that we advance plans for a new fire station for Exeter Township.  A new facility will likely help attract firefighters and volunteer firefighters alike. We will accomplish this in a way that maximizes grant funds and private sector contribution so as to not burden our taxpayers. 

Position on previous measures
  • Promenade Sale: support
  • RCC Sale: one of the leaders of effort
  • Streetscape II:  support 
  • Improve interest on reserves: led effects 
  • Comprehensive Plan: one of the leaders of effort 
  • Pension cost reduction: led efforts
  • Represent Exeter Township within our state: PSATs committee person
  • Increase library funding: Increased 90% during my time on the BOS

Position on multi year planning and 1st Class Township measure

I support engaging the Center for Excellence in Local Government for our multi year planning.

I support a ballot measure for our residents to consider the transition to a township of the first class.

Potential benefits include: 1. Improved representation 2. Shorter commissioner terms: 4 years rather than 6 years 3. Health Benefits Comprehensive Plan – We will collaborate with the Planning Commission and partner municipalities to update our Comprehensive Plan and ensure it reflects the future needs of our community.

Q&A: What skills, knowledge, and experience do you have to help you be an effective Township Supervisor


As a 28-year resident and an incumbent candidate for the Board of Supervisors, I am familiar with both the strengths and challenges within our community. My experience includes serving as a past Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, being a member of the Friends of the Police charitable organization, and participating on the Township Fire Advisory Board. During my tenure on the board, we appealed water rate increases, completed the streetscape project under budget, and re-opened the historic Reading Country Club.

Q&A: Why are you running for Supervisor?


I am focused on several key areas to benefit our community. Fire Department – We need a facilities plan that addresses the specific needs of our emergency services personnel, including EMS. First Class Township Initiative – We will place a measure on the ballot in 2026 for community consideration regarding the transition to a First Class Township. Potential benefits include: 1. Improved representation 2. Shorter commissioner terms: 4 years rather than 6 years 3. Health Benefits Comprehensive Plan – We will collaborate with the Planning Commission and partner municipalities to update our Comprehensive Plan and ensure it reflects the future needs of our community.

Q&A: What is the biggest issue facing Exeter Township?

In Exeter Township specifically, it is actually the cost of water that currently has the greatest impact on families. In my role as Supervisor, I authored the first-ever rate rebuttal testimony by a township supervisor and will continue to fight for fair and reasonable rates for our community.