Due to the passing of our good friend and long-time Supervisor, John Dingman, an unexpired term for Supervisor in Gaines Township is open. Supervisors are required to immediately fill an unexpired term by appointing a temporary replacement to complete the year.  Upon appointment, the appointee will perform the duties of Supervisor until December 31^st of 2023. The remaining 4 years of the unexpired term will be determined by the Voters in the November election, this position will not show in May on the Primary ballot.  The position will be on the November ballot and open for Write-In Votes. Interested parties must reside in Gaines Township for a period of 12 months prior to appointment or running for office. 

Anyone interested in the appointment should submit a letter of interest to Gaines Township, 1517 Route 6, Gaines PA, 16921, or by contacting the Gaines Township Municipal Office at 814-435-3563 no later than Friday, March 24, 2023.