Authorities, Boards, Commissions & Committees
Information on the appointed bodies and municipal authorities that support planning, oversight, and service coordination within White Township.
Planning Commission
The White Township Planning Commission advises the Board of Supervisors on land use, development, and subdivision matters to ensure thoughtful growth and sustainable community planning. The Commission reviews proposals, provides recommendations, and helps guide the Township’s long-term vision while preserving its character and resources. The Commission holds regular meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM and a review meeting the Wednesday prior at 8:30 AM.
The White Township Vacancy Board convenes only when needed to break a tie vote of the Board of Supervisors. The Board consists of a single voting member of the township and serves solely to resolve tie votes.
- Committee: Edward “Ted” Kuckuck | Dennis Roumm| Secretary Nancy Smith | Bradley Martineau | Richard Gallo
- Meetings: Second Tuesday of the Month at 6:00 PM & a Review Meeting the Wednesday Prior At 8:30 AM.
White Township Municipal Authority (WTMA)
The White Township Municipal Authority (WTMA) manages the Township’s public sewer and stormwater services, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient infrastructure for residents and businesses. The Authority works closely with the Board of Supervisors and Township administration to plan, maintain, and improve essential services while supporting sustainable community growth.
- Officers: A. Eugene “Gene” Gemmell, Chairman | Kenneth E. Brown | William Smith | William R. Beck | George Lenz.
- Meetings: Third Tuesday Each Month at 7:30 PM
- Meeting Location: White Township Municipal Building. 950 Indian Springs Road Indiana, PA.
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
The White Township Comprehensive Plan was adopted October 8, 2008 and was updated in White Township Priorities adopted Dec. 16, 2020. Having completed an extensive review of the Township’s planning practices, the committee agreed to continue as a long range planning committee.
- Committee: Gail McCauley | Dennis Roumm | Bill Smith | Nancy Smith | John Somonick | Sandi Gillette
White Township Recreation Advisory Board
The White Township Recreation Advisory Board supports the development and enhancement of parks, trails, and recreational programs throughout the Township. The Board provides guidance and recommendations to ensure community facilities and activities meet the needs of residents and promotes active, healthy lifestyles.
- Appointees: Matthew Jackson, Chairman | Dan Antonacci, Vice Chairman | Alphonse Borowski, Secretary | Barbara Hauge | Earl Hewitt | Jessica Prushnok (non-member), Recording Secretary
- Meetings: Bi-Monthly On The Third Monday at 5:00 PM
- Meeting Location: S&T Bank Recreation Complex - 497 East Pike Road, Indiana, PA
White Township Stewardship Committee
The White Township Stewardship Committee was established to develop Township’s Stewardship Plan, guiding the responsible management of natural resources, public spaces, and community assets for the benefit of current and future residents.
- Committee: Barb Hauge, Chairperson | David Dahlheimer, Vice Chairperson | Sierra Davis, Secretary | Jeffrey Geesey | Matthew Klunk
- Meetings: Third Thursday Each Month at 6:30 PM
- Meeting Location: White Township Municipal Building Meeting Room - 950 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA
White Township Construction Code Appeals Board
The White Township Construction Code Appeals Board meets as needed to hear and resolve appeals related to building codes, permits, and construction regulations. The Board ensures decisions are fair, consistent, and uphold safety standards while providing a formal process for addressing disputes.
- Committee: Ray Wygonick | Jim Parson | Nick Hoffman | Shirley Risinger | James Filler
- Meetings: Meets as Needed to Hear and Resolve Appeals
White Township Agricultural Security Board
The White Township Agricultural Security Board meets as needed to review and advise on matters related to agricultural preservation and the Agricultural Security Area program. The Board helps protect farmland and supports sustainable farming practices within the Township.
- Committee: Ted Kuckuck | Clyde Deabenderfer | John Somonick | George Lenz | Ken Deabenderfer
- Meetings: As Needed To Review & Revise Only
White Township Vacancy Board
The White Township Vacancy Board convenes only when needed to break a tie vote of the Board of Supervisors. The Board consists of a single voting member of the township and serves solely to resolve tie votes.
- Committee: William Smith
- Meetings: As Needed To Break Ties
Planning Commission
The White Township Planning Commission advises the Board of Supervisors on land use, development, and subdivision matters to ensure thoughtful growth and sustainable community planning. The Commission reviews proposals, provides recommendations, and helps guide the Township’s long-term vision while preserving its character and resources. The Commission holds regular meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM and a review meeting the Wednesday prior at 8:30 AM.
The White Township Vacancy Board convenes only when needed to break a tie vote of the Board of Supervisors. The Board consists of a single voting member of the township and serves solely to resolve tie votes.
- Committee: Edward “Ted” Kuckuck | Dennis Roumm| Secretary Nancy Smith | Bradley Martineau | Richard Gallo
- Meetings: Second Tuesday of the Month at 6:00 PM & a Review Meeting the Wednesday Prior At 8:30 AM.
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
The White Township Comprehensive Plan was adopted October 8, 2008 and was updated in White Township Priorities adopted Dec. 16, 2020. Having completed an extensive review of the Township’s planning practices, the committee agreed to continue as a long range planning committee.
- Committee: Gail McCauley | Dennis Roumm | Bill Smith | Nancy Smith | John Somonick | Sandi Gillette
White Township Recreation Advisory Board
The White Township Recreation Advisory Board supports the development and enhancement of parks, trails, and recreational programs throughout the Township. The Board provides guidance and recommendations to ensure community facilities and activities meet the needs of residents and promotes active, healthy lifestyles.
- Appointees: Matthew Jackson, Chairman | Dan Antonacci, Vice Chairman | Alphonse Borowski, Secretary | Barbara Hauge | Earl Hewitt | Jessica Prushnok (non-member), Recording Secretary
- Meetings: Bi-Monthly On The Third Monday at 5:00 PM
- Meeting Location: S&T Bank Recreation Complex - 497 East Pike Road, Indiana, PA
White Township Stewardship Committee
The White Township Stewardship Committee was established to develop Township’s Stewardship Plan, guiding the responsible management of natural resources, public spaces, and community assets for the benefit of current and future residents.
- Committee: Barb Hauge, Chairperson | David Dahlheimer, Vice Chairperson | Sierra Davis, Secretary | Jeffrey Geesey | Matthew Klunk
- Meetings: Third Thursday Each Month at 6:30 PM
- Meeting Location: White Township Municipal Building Meeting Room - 950 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA
White Township Construction Code Appeals Board
The White Township Construction Code Appeals Board meets as needed to hear and resolve appeals related to building codes, permits, and construction regulations. The Board ensures decisions are fair, consistent, and uphold safety standards while providing a formal process for addressing disputes.
- Committee: Ray Wygonick | Jim Parson | Nick Hoffman | Shirley Risinger | James Filler
- Meetings: Meets as Needed to Hear and Resolve Appeals
White Township Agricultural Security Board
The White Township Agricultural Security Board meets as needed to review and advise on matters related to agricultural preservation and the Agricultural Security Area program. The Board helps protect farmland and supports sustainable farming practices within the Township.
- Committee: Ted Kuckuck | Clyde Deabenderfer | John Somonick | George Lenz | Ken Deabenderfer
- Meetings: As Needed To Review & Revise Only
White Township Vacancy Board
The White Township Vacancy Board convenes only when needed to break a tie vote of the Board of Supervisors. The Board consists of a single voting member of the township and serves solely to resolve tie votes.
- Committee: William Smith
- Meetings: As Needed To Break Ties