Old Forge names Benjamin "Benny" Pritchyk full‑time code enforcement officer

Council opened nominations for a full‑time code enforcement/zoning officer after the borough's advertised recruitment. Three applicants were named — Frank Lia, Benjamin Pritchyk and Pat Collins — and council members each cast a roll‑call vote. Benjamin "Benny" Pritchyk received the majority and was appointed to the position, with a start date of Monday, July 20 and a salary of $45,000 plus benefits.

Why it matters: The borough had a recent resignation in code enforcement. Filling the role restores in‑house permitting and enforcement capacity at a critical time for multiple park and paving projects.

Council President Russell Rinaldi announced the advertising and recruitment process and then called for nominations. After roll‑call votes, Rinaldi said, "I'd like to thank everyone who put their applications in," and congratulated Pritchyk. Manager Marylynn Bartoletti confirmed the appointment details: the start date will be July 20 and the salary will be $45,000 with health and retirement benefits.

What comes next: The new officer will meet with borough staff to begin permit and enforcement duties and will be scheduled into upcoming paving and permitting discussions.