Lorraine Brandon Taylor
2025 Candidate for Johnstown City Council

Meet Lorraine
Lorraine Brandon Taylor is a proud lifelong resident of Johnstown, PA, a small business owner, foster parent, vendor, and dedicated community advocate. With 15 years of experience in the tax industry and as the owner of America’s Tax Office for over a decade at the same Johnstown location, she has built a trusted reputation for service and stability in the community. Through her tax work, she has helped countless families and seniors navigate financial challenges, secure rent rebates, and gain access to the resources they need.
Beyond business, Lorraine has opened her heart and home as a foster parent, providing stability, love, and hope to children in need. She is also active as a part-time vendor, which gives her firsthand experience of the importance of supporting small and local businesses. She believes that vendors and entrepreneurs are vital to Johnstown’s economy and deserve a city government that uplifts and creates opportunities for them to succeed.
Lorraine is driven by a deeply personal goal: to make Johnstown a city where her own family can thrive without having to leave in search of opportunities. She envisions a future where children, families, and entrepreneurs can build their lives here—strengthening the community instead of watching it shrink.
As a candidate for Johnstown City Council, Lorraine is focused on tackling blight, strengthening public safety, supporting small businesses and vendors, and ensuring that city leadership operates with transparency and accountability. With a proven record of resilience, service, and results, she is ready to be a voice for the people—working to restore pride, retain talent, uplift families, and create a brighter future for generations to come.
On the Issues

No Secrets, Just Solutions
It’s time for a change in Johnstown!
Vote in your local election because I’m standing on business, community, and a vision for a stronger future. I want Johnstown to be a place where my children—and yours—don’t feel they have to leave to find opportunities. Opportunities can and should be created right here at home.
Together, we can create the Johnstown we deserve.
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Platform
✓ Stronger Neighborhoods
Tackle blight & vacant properties
Restore pride block by block
Support revitalization that strengthens our communities
✓ Support Local Business
Ten-plus years as a business owner
Fight for jobs and economic growth
Expand opportunities for local vendors and entrepreneurs
✓ Public Safety & Community Trust
Safer streets with community-focused solutions
Build trust between residents and city leadership
Invest in prevention programs that reduce crime before it starts
✓ Transparent Leadership
Honest, open, and accountable decisions
Regular updates and community meetings
Clear communication on how tax dollars are spent
In the News
May 20, 2025 | The Tribune-Democrat
ELECTION 2025 | Johnstown City Council field set for general election
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