January 5, 2026 — Allentown City Council voted this evening to elect new Council leadership and swear in members during its organizational meeting. Council members unanimously elected Santo Napoli as City Council President and Cynthia Mota as City Council Vice President.
“I’m honored to work alongside City Council Vice President Cynthia Mota,” said Council President Santo Napoli. “I won’t let you down. I’m looking forward to collaborating with my colleagues on City Council and getting to work for the people of Allentown.”
In addition, four Council members were officially sworn in to serve new terms:
- Cynthia Mota, beginning her fifth term on Council
- Jeremy Binder, newly elected Council member
- Natalie Santos, beginning her second term on Council
- Christian Pungo, newly elected Council member
Council leadership and members reaffirmed their commitment to serving Allentown residents through transparent governance, collaboration, and community engagement.
“I’m honored to serve as Vice President and to continue working alongside my colleagues on City Council,” said Cynthia Mota. “By coming together with unity and purpose, we can strengthen collaboration, build trust, and create a brighter future for all who call Allentown home.”
City Council meets regularly at Allentown City Hall, where members consider legislation, discuss community priorities, and work to advance policies that support the city’s continued growth and well-being. For more information about Allentown City Council, meeting schedules, or Council members, visit www.allentownpa.gov/citycouncil.
