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Marla P. Marcinko
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community. For example, the Borough became involved with neighboring municipalities in the
purchase of energy from Pittsburg as a source of power for municipal lighting. The move was a
smart one and has saved the organization and the community a considerable amount of money.
The only controversies he can recall Ms. Marcinko being involved in are the fire and police
mergers with the City of Pittsburg. When the fire services merger took place it quickly became a
fairly contentious issue. People were quick to criticize, even before they had the proper facts.
Once a dialogue opened, Ms. Marcinko explained the benefits, and the merger went through with
no further incident. Unfortunately, controversy has returned over the issue of a police services
merger and has proven much more volatile. Ms. Marcinko maintains her dignity, composure, and
sense of humor while continuing to move the project forward in the face of such controversy.
Mr. Focareta is not aware of any other issues or events involving Ms. Marcinko that would be
construed as embarrassing, if the press went digging. She is a great asset to the Borough, and he
hates to think that she might leave. He would hire Ms. Marcinko in a flash, if given the chance.
Words or phrases used to describe Marla Marcinko:
Dedicated,
Honest,
Intelligent,
Innovative,
Fair, and
Firm.
Strengths:
Exceptionally professional, and highly ethical.
Weaknesses: Has a tendency to work too much.
Gail Mitchell Hall – Director, A for the People Training Institute, Pittsburg, PA
412-523-5006
Ms. Hall first met Ms. Marcinko in 2009 when she was selected as a consultant for the
Borough’s Weed and Seed Program. She was hired permanently shortly after beginning as a
consultant and reported directly to Ms. Marcinko for about three and a half years. They continue
to stay in occasional contact.
Ms. Hall would characterize Ms. Marcinko’s job performance as superb. She is very
knowledgeable and consistently professional. Ms. Marcinko took Ms. Hall by the hand and
helped her become very successful at the Borough. Ms. Hall feels privileged to know her and to
have worked with her.
Even though some elected officials disagreed with Ms. Marcinko on a few issues, the majority of
council members truly enjoy working with her. Those who did have problems with her were
generally politically motivated, and their opposition was never a reflection on her work.
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