Leadership shakeup in Archbald

The Archbald borough council chambers were filled with cheers and a standing ovation as councilmembers voted to remove their top three leaders: President Dave Moran, Vice President Richard Guman, and President Pro Tem Marie Andreoli. All seven council members, including those ousted, supported the restructuring. Councilmember Tom Aniska stated the move was necessary, emphasizing a need to "look to the future" and "try a new direction." Residents in attendance openly criticized the former leadership, blaming them for an increase in data center proposals within the borough and for silencing community opposition. Geralyn Esposito of Archbald accused the former president of wielding the gavel "like a weapon to silence and stamp out opposition. Following the vote, Louis Rapoch was elected as the new council president, Joseph Altier as vice president, and Erin Owen as president pro tem. The decision brings "renewed hope" to residents fighting against data center developments, with new President Rapoch expressing confidence in the council's ability to move forward. Former President Moran affirmed his respect for the council's decision and pledged to support the new leadership.