Warrington board appoints Angela Benner as township manager after brief debate over pay and benefits

The Warrington Township Board of Supervisors voted on June 24 to appoint Angela Benner as the township manager, approving the employment agreement after a public board discussion about compensation and benefits.

Chair announced the offer and moved to accept the appointment, saying, "Her name is Angela Benner. She comes to us from Plumstead Township." The motion was seconded and discussed before a roll‑call vote.

Supervisor Andrew McCauley expressed reservations about the fiscal impact of the contract, calling it "a gold plated contract" and noting what he said were substantial increases in base salary, a $5,000 bonus payable after six months and generous paid time off. "This process overall will cost the township approximately 40 to $50,000 annually more than the prior township manager," he said.

Other supervisors defended the negotiated package as competitive and necessary to secure a highly qualified manager. One supervisor noted the contract includes a performance‑evaluation clause the township lacked under prior management.

After discussion the board voted to approve the appointment; Chair announced Ms. Benner’s start date as Aug. 26 and said she will appear at the next meeting for a formal introduction and to begin assessments with department heads.

The board also asked staff to prepare opportunities for resident engagement (open houses and listening sessions) so the incoming manager can learn priorities and concerns from the community.