Elected Officials
Sharpsburg Council is comprised of elected officials and a mayor. The Council meets monthly to discuss agenda items, pass resolutions, share committee items and to hear from its residents. We are here to serve you!
Adrianne Laing
Council President
“My family and I have lived in Sharpsburg for almost 20 years. I believe that my lived experience, combined with my 20 plus years of working at a non-profit organization, has given me the knowledge and skills to advocate for Sharpsburg and help address the unique challenges that we face. I am committed to helping us grow, develop and thrive. I love being a part of our community and I am honored to serve on council.“
Occupation: On-site Services Program Manager at the Women’s Center & Shelter.
Political Experience: Appointed to Council August 2017, appointed to Council August 2019. Elected to Council 2020. Relected to Council in 2024 for a two-year term and again in 2026 for a four-year term.
Professional or Civic Affiliations: Board member of the Fox Chapel District Association, volunteer for Sharpsburg Neighborhood Organization, Council liaison to Parks & Recreation Commission and Human Rights Commission.
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Behavioral Sciences with an emphasis in Social Work from Point Park University.
Karen Pastor
Council Vice President
“I am a third-generation Sharpsburg resident who has lived through the cyclicality that every municipality experiences. As times change, the infrastructure of a community must adapt. They say that a good source of knowledge is experience. I choose to be a member of borough council as I feel I can contribute what I have learned over the years and share that information.”
Occupation: Administrative Assistant
Political Experience: Elected to Council in 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022, 2026. Previously served as President and currently serving as Vice President.
Professional / Civic Affiliations: Sharpsburg Representative for the North Hills Council of Governments (COG); Allegheny County Boroughs Association, District 1 Director; Member of Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services Station 102; Member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 106; Member of Christ the King Catholic Church Pastoral Council and also a Mass Lector and Eucharistic Minister.
Education: St. Mary’s, Sharpsburg – 12 years
Corey Ochai
Councilperson
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Political Experience: Elected to Council in Nov 2023 and in 2026
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Roman Mason
Councilperson
“ As someone who has called Sharpsburg home for over 20 years of my life, I am deeply committed to fostering a thriving, transparent, and connected community. I believe in the power of youth involvement, financial responsibility, and community-driven initiatives to shape a better future for all of us. If there’s a will, there’s a way.“
Occupation: Part-time employee at Sewickley Porsche; Student at Duquesne University, studying Accounting
Political Experience: I have had the privilege of serving my community in various leadership roles, including as a Junior Councilman in Sharpsburg and Student Government President at Fox Chapel Area High School. These experiences have given me valuable insights into governance and the importance of representing the voices of our community.
Professional / Civic Affiliations: Former Artspiration Junior Board Member, Black Equity Coalition Community Data Justice Collaborative Committee Member, Volunteer and contributor to various non-profit organizations with the Sharpsburg community
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Communications, University of Pittsburgh
Sarah Ishman
Councilperson
“I am dedicating time and energy to council to give back to the community that I have lived in for ten years. I plan to focus on process improvements, people management and advocating for the borough through transit.”
Occupation: Product Manager at Motional
Political Experience: Elected to council in Nov. 2021.
Education: Bachelors degree, Edinboro University.
Jonathan Jaso
Councilperson
“I’ve always felt a calling to public service. Serving on borough council now lets me take that to the next level – allowing me to work side by side with others that share my passion for improving the place that we all call home.”
Occupation: 9-1-1 Dispatcher for Allegheny County 28 years
Political Experience: Sharpsburg Council, appointed 1/25/2018.
Professional / Civic Affiliations: Volunteer firefighter for almost 30 years and current member of Sharpsburg Fire Department
Education: Associate Degree in Computer Science.
David Breingan
Councilperson
“My family and I love the Sharpsburg community. I want to see Sharpsburg create housing and mobility opportunities for all, and I’m a big believer in the power of Grassroots neighborhood organizing to get us there.”
Occupation: Executive Director, Lawrenceville United
Political Experience: Appointed to Council June 2023 and elected in 2026
Professional or Civic Affiliations: Co-Chair of Pittsburgh Housing Justice Table Coalition
Education: Bachelor of Arts, University of Pittsburgh
Kayla Portis
Mayor
“I’ve always felt a calling to public service. Serving as the Mayor now lets me take that to the next level – allowing me to work side by side with others that share my passion for improving the place that we all call home.”
Occupation: Health Care Worker for Allegheny County- Kane Community Living Center
Political Experience: Appointed February 2021 to fill a vacant position. Elected in Nov. 2021. Relected in Nov 2023. Appointed to Mayor in July 2024 and elected in 2026.
Professional / Civic Affiliations: Sharpsburg Historical Commission, Sharpsburg Baseball/Softball Association- Treasurer 2019 – February 2021, Fox Chapel Area for Social Justice- President, Allegheny Riverfront Park – Board Member
Education: Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies- minors: Psychology and Sociology