ADMINISTRATION
Kristen Denne
Municipal Manager
kdenne@bethelparkpa.gov
Municipal Mission Statement
The Municipality of Bethel Park’s Mission is to be resident focused and business friendly; to provide efficient and effective service; to focus on the “now” while preparing for the future; and to be at the center of the South Hills Communities. To do this, we must engage community stakeholders, lead with conviction, foster an environment of inclusion, exceed resident expectations, and serve with pride.
Municipal Manager
The Municipal Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer of the Municipality and is responsible to Council for the administration of all Municipal affairs placed in the Municipal Manager’s charge by the Home Rule Charter, Ordinance or Resolution of Council. The Assistant Municipal Manager reports directly to the Municipal Manager.
The Municipal Manager is responsible for executing the affairs and directives of council while upholding the statutes of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America.
Nancy Guarino
Administrative Assistant
nguarino@bethelparkpa.gov
Guiding Principles
Establish “The Bethel Park Way” of doing things – Excellence in all that we do!
Safety of residents is paramount by leading with training and technology
Be a regional leader in the growing ‘Community of Communities’
Attract, grow and foster community redevelopment
Resident quality of life is unmatched in the South Hills and Greater Pittsburgh
Lean our processes and use data to make informed decisions for our residents
Progress measured with objective metrics
Regionalization of projects and priorities
Sustainability ensures we maintain balance in social, economic and environmental considerations
Ensure our residents quality of life remains unsurpassed in the greater Pittsburgh area
Follow-up and follow-through are how we plan and organize
Municipal Values
Trust – Gain and maintain the confidence of our residents
Dependability – “Own the Problem” with a solution-based approach
Innovate – Embrace emerging ideas while preserving our heritage
Integrity – Do the right thing, even when no one is looking
Respect –Value our residents needs and serve them well
Efficiency – Perform with pride
Effectiveness – Do it right, the first time