Bowmanstown Borough Council voted unanimously to appoint Abigail Ross to fill an open seat on the council.

Ross, a certified paralegal with experience working in a local magistrate’s office, explained her motivation for stepping into public service, stating that “it’s important to have younger people included.”

During the public comment period, resident Paul Lupcho questioned borough solicitor Lisa Pereira regarding municipal regulations, asking whether ordinances “created for the borough apply to everyone” and “not just by parcel.”

Pereira confirmed that the rules “apply to all borough residents.”

Council also reviewed upcoming Sunshine Law regulations slated to take effect Dec. 21. The new provisions specifically address the procedures required when altering official meeting agendas during a public meeting.

In personnel matters, Jenny Y.C. Young, has submitted her resignation as solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board, effective at the end of the year.

Additionally, a public data center hearing has been scheduled for Dec. 2.

Anticipating elevated public interest, council President Pam Leiby stated that the council “will need more room” to accommodate attendees.

Council members are reaching out to Faith Alive! and the Bowmanstown Fire Company to secure a suitable meeting facility.