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Jim Thorpe Borough Manager Honored for Exceptional Leadership at the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber’s Mayors’ & Municipal Officials’ Reception
Jim Thorpe, PA – Maureen Sterner was officially recognized as the 2025 Borough Manager of the Year at the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Mayors’ & Municipal Officials’ Reception on March 27. The event, held at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Lehigh Valley/Allentown, celebrated the achievements of municipal leaders across the region.
The Mayors’ & Municipal Officials’ Reception is an annual event that acknowledges the dedication and accomplishments of mayors, borough managers, township managers, supervisors, and council members from Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, and Northampton Counties in Pennsylvania, as well as Warren County, New Jersey. Each year, the Borough Manager, Township Manager, and Mayor of the Year awards honor individuals who have made a significant impact on their communities, with nominations submitted by local residents and community members.
Maureen Sterner, Borough Manager of Jim Thorpe, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the borough and her unwavering commitment to community development. Since taking on the role in 2016, Sterner has successfully secured over $16 million in funding for vital infrastructure projects, including major sewer plant upgrades, a new Public Works garage, and enhancements to Memorial Park. Her leadership has also ensured that Jim Thorpe’s police and public service departments remain well-equipped to serve the community effectively.
With a municipal government career spanning nearly three decades, Sterner’s dedication and expertise have played a pivotal role in the ongoing success of Jim Thorpe. Her recognition as Borough Manager of the Year reflects her commitment to progress, strategic vision, and ability to secure critical funding for borough improvements.
The award was introduced and presented by State Representative Doyle Heffley.
“Maureen’s impact on Jim Thorpe and Carbon County as a whole is immeasurable,” said Kylie Adams-Weiss, Senior Vice President of the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. “Her efforts have not only enhanced the borough’s appeal as a top tourism destination but have also greatly improved the quality of life for its residents. Maureen’s ability to focus on both the borough’s present needs and long-term success ensures that Jim Thorpe continues to thrive.”
For more information on the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation and its municipal engagement initiatives, visit www.carboncountychamber.org.
About the Chamber: The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation is a Proud Partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce; our purpose is to advance balanced economic growth and quality-of-life solutions in Carbon County through sustained advocacy, programs and services for our members, key stakeholders and the communities we serve. The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area. We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises. With nearly 5,000 members who employ more than 200,000, the Chamber is the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.
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Kylie Adams-Weiss
