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: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Analysis News contractspolice
Analysis Jenkintown and Act 511: A Missed Opportunity February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 An additional $700,000 in revenue would enable the Borough to maintain its police department at safe and appropriate staffing levels of two officers per shift. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More
News What We Know As Of November, 2024 October 31, 2024November 3, 2024 After negotiations failed, arbitration was scheduled for August. However, in July 2024, Chief Scott reported that the arbitration was postponed until October. In October, it was revealed that the arbitration was once again postponed until spring of 2025. Jenkintown’s police officers will have been working without a contract for 15+ months. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More
Jenkintown Council Jenkintown Matters Releases Policy Platform February 9, 2025February 10, 2025 This document is for the rest of us, those that still believe in a solvent, well-managed future for our little borough, where we can continue to feel safe and secure in our homes and to feel proud of its restoration as a truly pedestrian-friendly community with a thriving, viable commercial district. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Like this:Like Loading… Read More