Overview
Borough Council is the governing body of the Borough. Registered electors of the Borough shall be eligible to hold elective Borough offices. All elected Borough officers shall reside in the Borough and shall have resided in the Borough continuously for at least one year before their election.
Council consists of 6 members, elected by residents for a four-year term. Two members are elected to serve each of the 3 Wards in the Borough. Council holds two regularly scheduled meetings each month. The terms for Council members are staggered.
Responsibilities
Borough Council establishes policies and regulations in order to maintain the health, safety and welfare of our residents. A full-time professional staff implements these policies and regulations, which is under the direction of an appointed Borough Manager.