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City officials
Elected officials for Wilkes-Barre — promises, tenure record, and accountability.
Mayor
George C. Brown
Mayor2020–2027
City council
Jessica McClay
Council Chairperson2024–2027
Mike Belusko
Council Vice-Chairperson2018–2029
Tony Brooks
Councilperson2016–2027
Stan Mirin
Councilperson2024–2027
Bill Barrett
Councilperson2012–2029
Former officials (2)
Boards & commissions
Sue Strassman
Planning CommissionerDavid Wilson
Planning CommissionerJean Brodie
Planning CommissionerStephen M. Trimingham
Board MemberHayden White
Board MemberLeon S. Schuster
Board MemberLarry Newman
Planning CommissionerJerry Altavilla
Board MemberKaren Collins
Planning CommissionerCarl Naessig
Planning CommissionerEdward J. DeMichele
Board MemberLarry Singleton
Planning CommissionerTony C. Thomas
Planning CommissionerCity staff
Mike Rogers
Planning & Zoning SolicitorCharlie McCormick
City AdministratorCathy Payne
City ClerkCathy Payne's platform as Wilkes-Barre City Council chair focuses on improving local governance through civil and calm meetings, fostering productive cooperation with the mayor, and tackling specific municipal issues such as e-bike regulations and a comprehensive code review.
William C. Harris
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