The Borough of Folcroft is governed by the laws of the Borough Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
As outlined in the Borough Code, the Borough Council is the legislative body. The Folcroft Borough Council is responsible for policy within the Borough. Quite simply, they pass the law.
The Borough Council oversees the Finance and Administration Department and the Highway Department. Under these two department, all Borough business is conducted. Bills are paid, trash is collected, building permits issued, street light repairs are just a few examples of items that the Borough Council addresses.
The Mayor under the Borough Code is responsible for the administration of the Police Department. Under the watchful eye of the Mayor, the nine members of the Folcroft Police Department protect and serve its citizens and business community.