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Erika Howland
Facts about Erika
Education: BS, Mass Communication; University of North Carolina at Pembroke & Certificate of Paralegal Studies; Gannon University
Occupation: City of Erie, Community Development Specialist
Lived in the Erie area: Grew up in Girard, moved away after college and moved back to Erie two years ago
Been involved with yep!: A few months
Most memorable Erie moment: Celebrate Erie 2006
Favorite local restaurant: Plymouth Tavern
Suggested item from this restaurant: Penne Pasta Salad
Favorite aspects of Erie: Erie is a great place to make things happen. There is a huge sense of community here and a willingness to make it a place everyone is proud of. Erie’s location provides you access to all the metropolitan amenitites, while being able to live in a smaller, affordable community. Erie is my home, and I feel a sense of obligation to give back to a place that has afforded me so much opportunity.
Other local involvement: Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Ophelia Project
Hobbies: Scrapbooking, traveling, watching television, spending time with friends/family
Favorite local sports team: Pittsburgh Steelers
What do you want to do in Erie that you haven't tried yet? Sailing