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Forks Township conditionally offers chief of police position to Craig Buckley
Summary
The Forks Township Board approved a conditional offer to Craig Buckley for chief of police June 18, 2026, pending required conditions and background checks; the board also authorized a background check through the PA Chiefs of Police at a cost of $4,500.
The Forks Township Board of Supervisors voted June 18 to approve a conditional offer of employment to Craig Buckley for the role of Forks Township Chief of Police, contingent upon meeting the conditions set out in the offer. The motion was made by Vice‑Chair Amy Blum and seconded by Secretary/Treasurer John O’Neil; the motion carried on a unanimous roll‑call vote.
During the public‑comment period, resident Marilyn Hessinger thanked the police for their strong presence during a recent tragedy on her street. The board later approved executing an agreement with the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police to perform a background check on the candidate at a cost of $4,500.
The conditional offer sets an effective date to be determined after the candidate satisfies all conditions, including background checks. No formal hire date was announced at the meeting.
