The appointment of Janette Larrison as the temporary CFO was a direct response to the unexpected resignation of her predecessor. The prior CFO’s departure was attributed to strong differences of opinion with the council over the processing of union retroactive payments. The council expressed its urgency in finding a replacement to ensure the continuity of financial operations, particularly as the 2025 budget had recently been introduced. Larrison, with over 20 years of municipal government experience, was endorsed for her credentials and her ability to bring stability to the borough’s financial management. She pledged to address the budget and ensure transparency moving forward.

In conjunction with Larrison’s appointment, the council approved a contract with the Canning Group LLC, appointing Shan Panning as the new qualified purchasing agent after the resignation of the previous agent. This change was necessary as the former purchasing agent resigned alongside the previous CFO, necessitating a swift transition to maintain operational integrity.

The meeting also tackled the need for increased transparency and public engagement through the renewal of a contract with Gov Pilot. This software, which had been underutilized in the past, will now offer improved access to municipal data for both the council and the public. The intention is to provide residents with the ability to independently access property and permit information, thereby enhancing transparency and reducing the need for formal information requests.