Welcome to the Candidate Bio page. Here are the bios of the candidates running for the
Tower Shores Beach Association Board.
Pierce Bates
Dune Rd
How long have you owned property in the Community?
My parents purchased our place in 1972, 49 years ago, and my wife and I took over full time in 2005.
What do you see as the most pressing issues in the community?
Maintaining and preserving the peace and quiet of our community.
Protecting and building the Dunes that protect us.Matt’s Fish Camp parking and traffic problems.
What skills would you bring to the Board of Directors?
I have been on the Board of Directors for the past two years. I currently serve as chair of the Social Committee and am on the Budget Committee. My main goal is to keep Tower Shores the quiet, pleasant beach community that it is and to minimize change. I am a retired contracts attorney with a sharp eye for detail.
Karen Castle
Dune Rd. Atlantic Watergate
How long have you owned property in the Community?
Since September 2016
What do you see as the most pressing issues in the community?
Protecting Tower Shores homeowners’ investments in and enjoyment of their beach properties, including mitigating damage potential from storms through proper dune/beach management and working to keep Tower Shores as a popular vacation destination.
Promoting a collaborative atmosphere and encouraging involvement from more community members.
What skills would you bring to the Board of Directors?
I am a CPA who specializes in the day-to-day financial management of small businesses. I am completing my first term on the Tower Shores board and my first year as Tower Shores president. I would like to continue to serve our community.
Thomas Seamon ( Tom )
Ocean Rd
How long have you owned property in the Community?
My parents, Lois and Ted Seamon, purchased our unit in 1971. After they passed on, my brother Ken, Sister Tina, and myself inherited our unit in 2012.
What do you see as the most pressing issues in the community?
- Life and Safety – It is always of utmost importance to continually prioritize and monitor beach safety measures, roads and signage, parking access and procedures, fire safety and overall security.
- Infrastructure – We need to provide beach access for all visitors using our cross walks. Our cable and IT systems may need upgrading in the near future.
- We should consider storm and flood damage control improvements, how we fund potential clean ups, possible mitigation efforts, and the necessity for the upkeep of the dunes.
- I’m very pleased with our repaved roads and I think that effort underscores the necessity for holding a healthy financial reserve for capital improvements or emergency needs.
- It is important to keep up the appearance of our buildings and grounds in order to maintain or increase the value of our properties and for our own use and enjoyment.
What skills would you bring to the Board of Directors?
- Over the years I have worked as a dairy farmer, contractor, and facilities manager/director. I still do facilities consulting work and so I have a degree of experience in building and grounds management and the trades.
- I have served on boards of trustees before but more often I have had to answer to boards. I know the necessity for the application of accountability, fiscal responsibility, due process, and common sense in all matters.
- I’m a good listener, learner, inquisitive, curious, and a firm believer in the collaborative approach to decision making.
- In the fall of 2017 the owners of the Building B units decided to replace our common roof. I served as the point person on that project, from developing the specifications, through the bidding process, and the final work and clean up. I am very thankful that the owners of Building B and their families graciously provided their expertise, building system knowledge, and willingness to work with me in order to complete the project in April, 2018.
- If any Tower Shores owners have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I can be reached at tomseamom@comcast.ne
Tony Nerlinger
Ocean Road
How long have you owned property in the Community?
Since 2012
What do you see as the most pressing issues in the community?
Dune and Beach Issues Community Beautification
What skills would you bring to the Board of Directors?
I have been on the Tower Shores Beach Association Board for four years, being mainly involved with dune and beach replenishment and facilities maintenance and repair. I am owner and president of Banner Construction, Inc., a Delaware-based property development and construction company, with over 30 years of semi-custom and custom home construction experience. Having built two oceanfront townhomes in Tower Shores, I have experience working with Sussex County and DNREC. I have a BA in Biology from the University of Delaware, and have a background in teaching, coaching, architecture, and commercial and residential real estate.