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Pocono Township appoints two planning commission members after interviews
Summary
After interviews, the board advanced Jordan Mary to a full planning commission seat and appointed Frank Reley to a full seat with John Wallace named an alternate; commissioners discussed term staggering and tracking of expiration dates.
The Pocono Township Board interviewed candidates and approved appointments to the planning commission on June 16.
The board moved to advance Jordan Mary from an alternate to a full planning commission member, with staff and commissioners agreeing to confirm which outgoing member’s term Mary would assume. Commissioners discussed the township ordinance requirement for staggered terms and the need to review records to ensure expirations align with ordinance provisions.
Three candidates interviewed for vacancies: Frank Reley — who said he is a resident and local small‑business owner seeking a voting seat and emphasized site visits and future‑proofing development decisions — John (introduced as John WS / Wallace), who cited 30 years in the township and experience managing budgets and regulations, and William Lynch (participating online). The board moved to appoint Frank Reley to a full position and John Wallace to an alternate seat; motions carried.
Board members said they will track existing terms, stagger appointments if needed, and let administration confirm the precise expiration dates for each seat. The board also discussed reopening advertising if additional applicants are desired.
