Port Allegany Names Veilleux Borough Manager

PORT ALLEGANY, PA — Robert Veilleux has been named Borough Manager of Port Allegany, according to an announcement made by Council President Andrew Johnson following a unanimous vote by Council at their meeting Monday night.

As Borough Manager, Mr. Veilleux will be responsible for oversight of the daily operations of the Borough, including the management of the Borough’s streets, water, and sewer departments.  He will also work with Council on long-term strategic planning and economic development.

Mr. Veilleux has served as Executive Director of the Potter County Education Council since 2013, having previously served in both Education and Community and Economic Development positions with Penn State Cooperative Extension and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in History and Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and a Master of Professional Studies in Community and Economic Development from Penn State University.

"I've had the pleasure of working with Dick Kallenborn on several projects over the past few years, and feel that he has done a great deal for this community.  Taking this position, I hope to continue the work that he started and also bring new opportunities to Port Allegany" said Veilleux.

Richard Kallenborn, who served as Borough Manager for the past 19 years retired in December of last year and has continued to serve the Borough in a part-time consulting capacity during the search for his successor.

A lifelong resident of the area, Mr. Veilleux and his family currently reside in the Port Allegany School District and are involved in many community activities.