City Government

Administrative Staff


Marie McCormick - City Administrator
Contact:570-208-4133

The City Administrator specializes in the oversight of the Finance Department, Health Department, and the Community Planning and Development Department. In addition, the position is currently involved with all major City economic development projects and serves as the coordinator for Keystone Opportunity Zone projects.

Greg Barrouk - Director of Economic Development
Contact: 208-4103

Drew McLaughlin - Assistant to the Mayor
Contact: 208-4140
Assists Mayor Leighton and his Administration in furthering their initiatives, programs, and policies in an effort to provide excellent service to the residents of the City of Wilkes-Barre.

Mr. McLaughlin serves as liason to the Commmunity Action Team.

Gwen Blasi - Executive Secretary to the Mayor
Contact: 208-4152

The Executive Secretary to the Mayor is in charge of the all of the Mayor's appointments and meetings. In addition, the position is responsible for the compiling of proclamations from the Office of the Mayor. Inquiries about the mayor's availability, special City-sponsored events, and other general information are handled through this office.