Township Administration
The Township Administration includes the Township Manager’s Office, the Administrative Assistant’s Office, and the Office of the Land Use Administrator. All offices are located in the municipal building at 157 E. Airport Road, Butler, PA 16002. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Township Manager
Linda Zerfoss is the Township Manager and is responsible for the daily business of the township. She supervises all township employees, including the police department, and also serves as the Secretary/Treasurer for the township. The manager is responsible for policy development and implementation of township directives and ordinances and takes direction from the Board of Supervisors. She is also responsible for various tasks in the township, including handling all police paperwork as part of the permanent files of the township. Linda has been employed by Penn Township since 1978.
Linda Zerfoss, Township Manager
Email: LZerfoss@penntownship.org
Phone: (724) 586-1165 option 3
Zoning Officer/Land Use Administrator
Philip serves as Penn Township’s Zoning Officer and Land Use Administrator, where he is responsible for administering and enforcing local zoning ordinances, land use regulations, and applicable building codes to ensure compliance with township standards and development requirements.
In his role, Philip serves as the primary point of contact for zoning, subdivision, and land development matters, working closely with residents, developers, business owners, and township officials throughout the planning and approval process. His responsibilities include reviewing and issuing permits, conducting site inspections, coordinating zoning and land development applications, and managing hearings related to zoning and land use matters.
Through his technical expertise and commitment to responsible community development, Philip helps guide growth within Penn Township while preserving the character and integrity of the community.
Philip Mangis, Zoning Officer
Email: pmangis@penntownship.org
Phone: (724) 586-1165 option 2
Administrative Assistant
Nicole Tempalski serves as the Administrative Assistant for Penn Township, where she plays an integral role in supporting the Township Manager, Zoning Officer, and Land & Use Administrator in the township’s daily operations. As the township’s primary receptionist, she is often the first point of contact for residents and is dedicated to providing friendly, responsive service to the community.
In addition to managing payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and lien letters, Nicole oversees the township’s website and Facebook page, helping keep residents informed through timely updates, seasonal newsletters, and community communications. Her attention to detail and commitment to public service help ensure the township operates efficiently and remains connected with its residents.
Nicole joined Penn Township in April 2024 and has proudly been a township resident since 2014. She is passionate about raising her family in a strong and growing community and values the spirit of collaboration that makes Penn Township a wonderful place to live and work.
Nicole Tempalski, Administrative Assistant
Email: ntempalski@penntownship.org
Phone: (724) 586-1165 option 1