Pictured: Standing from left is Patrick Dixon, Barbara Reeves, Marc Schefsky, Star Poole and Adam Welteroth. Seated from left is President Lori Baer, V.P., Dr. Jane Penman, Dr. Nancy Story Somers and Jennifer Lake.
Todd Bartley, TalkWilliamsport.com
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A criminal charge of “false swearing” was filed against former WASD School Board member Marc Schefsky and a $5,000 bail was posted on May 4, 2021.
TalkWilliamsport.com obtained the criminal docket which shows Lycoming County Chief Detective Michael Simpler brining the charge forward based on the event taking place on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.
According to the Marc Schefsky Charging Document 5-21-21, the “false swearing” occurred when Schefsky cast a ballot at the Lycoming College polling location while using his former address at the Genetti Hotel.
In reality, Schefsky was residing in Hughesville and had been for some time at the time of the incident.
The criminal charge stems largely from the February 26, 2021 TalkWilliamsprt.com exclusive; “Marc Schefsky WASD school board resignation could be the least of his issues“.
As the story showed and now the criminal charging documents reflect a Hughesville home address which has been redacted by Lycoming County Court Administration. The redactions are the standard practice of Lycoming County Court Administration.
The “false swearing” charge is graded as a misdemeanor 3 and carries with it 6 months to 1 year in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.
18 § 4903 §§ B. False swearing. (a) False swearing in official matters.–A person who makes a false statement under oath or equivalent affirmation, or swears or affirms the truth of such a statement previously made, when he does not believe the statement to be true is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree if: (1) the falsification occurs in an official proceeding; or (2) the falsification is intended to mislead a public servant in performing his official function. (b) Other false swearing.–A person who makes a false statement under oath or equivalent affirmation, or swears or affirms the truth of such a statement previously made, when he does not believe the statement to be true, is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree, if the statement is one which is required by law to be sworn or affirmed before a notary or other person authorized to administer oaths.
On May 19, 2021, Schefsky appeared before Magistrate Judge Aaron Biichle.
Schefsky is scheduled to be arraigned on June 7, 2021 by Judge Marc Lovecchio.
Judge Lovecchio recently announced his plans to step down from the bench.
Lycoming County Assistant District Attorney Martin Wade is prosecuting the case on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
As a WASD board member, Marc Schefsky, played a significant role in renewing the contract of current WASD Superintendent Dr. Tim Bowers.
Schefsky resigned from the WASD school board with a letter on March 31, 2021.
Nancy Somers who previously resigned from the WASD school board by citing moving into a new home outside of the WASD has not moved into said residence as of this publication.
Dr. Bowers current contract expires on June 30, 2021. It is set to renew on July 1, 2021; unless rescinded by the current WASD school board.
This is a developing story on TalkWilliamsport.com.
Previous reporting on the WASD School Board by TalkWilliamsport.com:
Schefsky WASD School Board Resignation Letter obtained
Marc Schefsky, WASD School Board member announces intention to resign
WASD School Board major changes are forthcoming
WASD solicitor Fred Holland wants $20,000 retainer and a raise for ’21-’22
BREAKING NEWS: Resignations to be announced at the WASD School Board meeting tonight
Nancy Somers resigns from WASD school board
Residents circulate petition for immediate removal of Marc Schefsky from WASD school board
Lycoming County District Attorney office confirms receipt of Marc Schefsky non-WASD residency complaint
WASD School Board to discuss vacant board seat tonight
WASD School Board candidate petitions obtained, connections run deep
