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Wilkes-Barre council honors Elizabeth Becchio; approves consent agenda and ordinances
Summary
The Wilkes-Barre City Council presented a proclamation congratulating Elizabeth Becchio on her retirement after 56 years at Babcock department store and then approved the consent agenda and ordinances in unanimous recorded votes (one member excused).
The Wilkes-Barre City Council presented a proclamation congratulating Elizabeth Becchio on her retirement after a 56-year career at Babcock department store.
Councilman Miron read a resolution noting Becchio retired May 8, 2026, and that she will celebrate her 88th birthday on May 29, 2026. Miron said the city “congratulate Elizabeth Becchio on her retirement” and joked that she should “never fold a sweater … unless she's absolutely asked to.” The mayor issued a similar proclamation and the chamber applauded.
Why it matters: The ceremonial recognition highlighted a longtime downtown employee and served as a brief community moment near the start of the council’s regular session.
After the presentation, council moved to routine business. A motion by Mrs. McClay to approve the consent agenda was seconded by Mr. Balishko and carried in a roll-call vote: Mr. Brooks — yes; Mr. Meran — yes; Mr. Balishko — yes; Mrs. McClay — yes. Mr. Barrett was recorded as excused.
Council then moved and seconded approval of the consent-agenda ordinances (motion by Mr. Balishko; second by Mrs. McClay). The same members voted yes on that motion.
What’s next: The council took no substantive policy votes beyond the consent items during this portion of the meeting; staff noted follow-up items from public comment would be recorded for later review.
