About Manville Borough Council
Melissa Palfy Bellamy & Christine Abood are both running in November's election for Manville Borough Council. There are two (2) seats up for election, which means you can vote for BOTH Melissa & Christine.
Being on Borough Council means that Melissa & Christine will be focused on Manville's issues. They will be working with 4 other Councilmembers and the Mayor.
They will be involved in the business of the Borough, but most importantly, they will be working for the residents of Manville. Here are some of the things that Melissa & Christine will be doing:
- Listening to residents and responding to everyday concerns, from property maintenance issues to neighborhood safety, making sure community voices are heard in every decision.
- Working with Borough departments to provide adequate staffing, reliable equipment, and that services meet community needs.
- Reviewing and approving the Borough budget, keeping spending responsible and protecting taxpayers to ensure their tax dollars are allocated responsibly with fiscal discipline.
- Hiring and overseeing qualified staff, making sure the Borough is run by professionals with the right experience and commitment to Manville.
- Setting local policies and ordinances that impact quality of life, business growth, and community development.
- Supporting emergency response and long‑term planning, especially around flooding, infrastructure, and public safety.
- Engaging with business owners and community groups to strengthen Manville’s economy and encourage new opportunities.
This is just a small list. The job is not an easy one, and has its challenges. Melissa & Christine are ready for the challenge.
Who Is Melissa Bellamy?
- Melissa Bellamy is a 4th generation Manville resident.
- Daughter of former Manville Mayor Al Palfy.
- Extensive government experience.
- Responsible for an $10 million dollar budget of federal, state, and local funding.
- Longtime community volunteer.
Who Is Christine Abood?
- Christine Abood is a 4th generation Manville resident.
- Daughter of Aaron "Ernie" Abood.
- Registered nurse and honors graduate.
- Mother of 4: Experience navigating schools & community programs.
- 20+ year volunteer & animal rescuer.
What Are Manville's Issues?
Below are the main issues facing Manville residents that Melissa Bellamy & Christine Abood will be focusing on.
Tap or click on an issue to learn more about their solution to a specific problem. Something not listed that Melissa & Christine should be focusing on? Send a message.
These are the main issues that are the main focus of Manville residents. This list does not include everything we'd be working on to better the lives of residents. Send us a message if there is a concern you have that we should consider.