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Chambersburg council reprimands member for violating new non-discrimination policy Carley Bonk, Chambersburg Public Opinion
Just over two months since it was passed, Chambersburg Borough Council reprimanded one of its members for violating the borough s non-discrimination policy.
Council voted 6-4 Monday to reprimand Allen Coffman, First Ward councilperson, over his response to a constituent who had written to him about why she hoped council would pass the then-proposed policy prohibiting discrimination and harassment.
The complaint was reviewed and discussed in two private executive sessions by his peers, rather than staff, as Coffman is a member of the governing body, according to a press release from the borough. Both Day and Coffman submitted additional written information, as requested by council.
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Bill McLaughlin didn t grow up in Chambersburg, but he spent much of his life improving the town for future generations.
Through his more than two decades on Chambersburg Borough Council and his roles with local development organizations, he helped guide the town through changing times.
McLaughlin passed away last Saturday, Jan. 23, at age 71 after a battle with COVID-19. He left behind his wife of nearly 50 years, Sue, two sons, a cherished daughter-in-law and a young granddaughter, among other family members.
“Bill was a unique individual, said Mike Ross, a friend and colleague of more than 30 years. He was witty, he was insightful on political and community issues and he was passionate about Chambersburg. He was not native to Chambersburg but he embraced the community for the 40 plus years he lived here.