Chief Thomas Scott’s Contract Jenkintown Matters, April 30, 2024June 4, 2024 Jenkintown Police Chief Thomas Scott was hired by the Borough on April 4, 2022 at a salary of $130,000 (not including benefits), increased by 2.5% to $133,250 in 2023. At the April 25, 2024 meeting, Council unanimously approved of an additional three-percent raise. The agreement also guarantees another salary increase to be determined by Council for the 2025 calendar year. The contract automatically renews annually unless the Borough provides a termination notice 30 days before expiration. This information was obtained through a Right-to-Know request as provided by Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. Click on the image to download the PDF to read the contract in its entirety. Click to Download/View Share this:FacebookXLike this:Like Loading... Analysis News contractspolice
Analysis Budget Spreadsheet Errors June 16, 2024June 18, 2024 The following information is the result of our examination of the Borough’s most recent budgets, identifying significant and minor errors. These discrepancies do not necessarily suggest wrongdoing within Borough Hall…. Share this:FacebookXLike this:Like Loading... Read More
News Ken Krawchuk to Speak About Running for Office September 10, 2024September 11, 2024 If you believe Jenkintown needs a real council race, please attend this event. With the next Jenkintown election just over 400 days away, now’s the time to think about running… Share this:FacebookXLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Analysis Five Council Meeting Agendas: How Does Jenkintown Compare? June 27, 2024June 28, 2024 By law, an incorporated entity is required to have meetings and provide agenda to stakeholders in a timely fashion. As far as the law is concerned, Jenkintown complies. But that’s it. When Jenkintown residents want to see the details of what Council approves, they must file a Right to Know. Other boroughs provide some of that information at every meeting. Share this:FacebookXLike this:Like Loading... Read More