
CITY COMMISSIONERS
MEET YOUR COMMISSIONERS
John F. Hamilton, President
Term expires: 12.31.13
First took office: 1.1.10
419.515.8351 (Cell) * 1013 Ogontz Street
John has been an Erie County resident most of his life and has lived in the City of Sandusky for the past 14 years. He is a graduate of St. Mary Central Catholic High School [Disclaimer] and holds a Bachelor's Degree in liberal arts from the University of Cincinnati [Disclaimer] and did post-graduate work in accounting at the University of Toledo. [Disclaimer]
John and his brother, Mark, own and operate Hamilton & Associates, Inc., in Sandusky.
Liaison to: Audit/Finance Committee, Erie County Council of Governments, Erie County Economic Development Corporation and the Revolving Loan Fund Committee
City Manager and Finance Department Liaison
Diedre Y. Cole, Vice President
Term expires: 12.31.13
First took office: 8.9.10
419.975.2793 (Cell) * 807 Hancock Street
Diedre is a native of the District of Columbia and relocated to Sandusky in the early 90's. A BGSU Firelands alumn, Diedre pursued studies in electrical/electronic engineering technology concentrating in digital science. Since then, she has continued the path of higher education studying physics, mathematics and organic science. She is currently pursuing a terminal degree in global business management.
Diedre is the founder of a small organic manufacturing firm in Sandusky. Married in 1997 to a Sanduskian, Diedre and her husband are raising one grandchild, are the parents of two adult children and three other grandchildren.
Liaison to: Board of Zoning Appeals, Human Relations Commission and Planning Commission
Law Department Liaison
Term expires: 12.31.13
First took office (Appointed): 12.12.08
419.625.8136 (Home) * 1910 Fourth Street
Pervis is a lifelong resident of the Sandusky area and is a graduate of Perkins High School [Disclaimer]. He served as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force[Disclaimer], majored in business management at the BGSU Firelands Campus, [Disclaimer] and has 35 years of management experience and an extensive record of public service.
Pervis and his wife, Sandra L., are the parents of two sons and one daughter, and own and manage rental properties.
Liaison to: Audit/Finance Committee - Alternate, and Bayfront Corridor Committee
Police Department Liaison
Term expires: 12.31.15
First took office: 1.1.08
419.626.5743 (Home) * 426 Dewey Street
Julie is a native Sanduskian and a graduate of Sandusky High School. [Disclaimer] She initially became involved with city government in 2000 when she was appointed as a member, and subsequently the Chairperson, of the Sandusky Recreation Board.
From 2004 - 2007, Julie served on the Sandusky Board of Education [Disclaimer]. She holds a Certification from North Central Technical College in activity therapy and is employed by the Ohio Veterans Home [Disclaimer] as an Activity Therapist.
Julie is married and has two children.
Liaison to: Downtown Design Review Board, Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority, and the Planning Commission - Alternate
Development Department Liaison
Term expires: 12.31.15
First took office: 1.1.12
419.627.5979 (Voice) * 1424 Cleveland Road
Keith is a lifelong resident of Sandusky and a graduate of Sandusky High School. He is employed by Cedar Fair, Inc.
Keith is a licensed Aerospace Research Laboratory Mechanic and a graduate of Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy. He also served with the Ohio National Guard receiving an Honorable Discharge. He also taught with the Sandusky High School Adult Educational program for 10+ years.
Keith and his wife, Lisa, are the parents of a two sons.
Lisison to: Cemetery Board and Tree Commission
Administrative Services Liaison
Term expires: 12.31.15
First took office: 1.1.12
419.239.3472 (Cell) * 415 Shelby Street
Jeff is a lifelong resident of Sandusky and is a 1991 graduate of St. Mary Central Catholic High School. From 1991 through 1997, Jeff served his country in the United States Marine Corps reaching the rank of Sergeant.
As a member of Local 42 - Plumbers and Pipefitters, Jeff is a Journeyman Steamfitter. In 2002, Jeff and his wife, Jenny, started The Better Half Restaurant and shortly after, opened Joe Sundae Ice Cream & Coffee Shop. Jeff also co-founded Sandusky Hardware; he and his partner share the duties of operation.
Jeff and Jenny have three children, sons Peyton and Trace and daughter, Autumn.
Liaison to: Erie County Council of Governments - Alternate, Erie Regional Planning Commission, [Disclaimer] and the Recreation Board
Municipal Court Liaison
Term expires: 12.31.15
First took office: 1.1.12
419.627.5764 (Voice) * 1939 East Oldgate
Wes is a lifelong resident of Sandusky and a graduate of Sandusky High School and Bowling Green State University.
Wes worked for Firelands Regional Medical Center for 37 years and also retired at the rank of Major from the Ohio Army National Guard. He has been involved in the workings of local government for several years, was a member of the 2010 Charter Review Committee and is a graduate of Leadership Erie County.
Liaison to: ADA Advisory Board, Downtown Parking Committee and the Regional Water Advisory Board
Engineering Department Liaison
The City Commission Clerk, Kelly Kresser, can be reached at 419.627.5850. Her office is on the first floor of the City Building, 222 Meigs Street.




