Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano
(Ambridge, Pa.) Mario Leone, Jr. was hired by Ambridge Borough Council at Tuesday’s meeting to be the new borough manager of Ambridge. Leone, who was not present at last night’s meeting will begin his duties on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. His contract runs until December 31, 2021. He is currently Monaca’s Borough Manager. The borough received 17 applications for the position, according to Council president Mike Mikulich.
In other business. Mr. Mikulich introduced new Police Chief John DeLuca to those in attendance. Council also hired Lucas Thompson as a part time police officer. Mayor David Drewnowski and Chief DeLuca recommended the hiring of Leslie Basalyga as a part time Police Administrative Assistant.
Felicia Mycyk, thanked council for their support for the programs that Ambridge Connection has going on in the borough and that more are forthcoming.