Primary election 2025: Here are the candidates running for Wyomissing mayor

Two candidates are seeking the Republican nomination for Wyomissing mayor in the May 20 primary.

Incumbent Fred Levering will take on former borough Councilman Ronald Stanko in the race.

We asked the candidates to respond to one question.

What is the most important issue your municipality is currently facing?

Fred Levering

Occupation: Levering is a real estate broker for Berkshire Hathaway.

Age: 74.

Response: The main responsibility is in overseeing the police department, which I have done for eight years. Our department is among Berks County’s finest. Additionally, I have chaired our economic development committee.

Wyomissing is known as a great place to live and raise a family, but it is the commercial area that helps meet our expenses. During my years we have redeveloped much of that area. The reinvention of the Berkshire Mall is my current focus. It has tremendous potential and I will work to bring that about.

Ronald Stanko

Occupation: Stanko retired from the Pennsylvania Department of Homeland Security.

Age: 74.

Response: One major challenge facing Wyomissing is the lack of consistent cooperation and transparent decision-making among borough officials, residents and developers. Too often, major decisions about development and infrastructure are made with minimal public input, which can lead to frustration, mistrust and missed opportunities.

If elected, I will work to bridge this gap through proactive outreach, inclusive public forums and straightforward, accessible updates on borough initiatives. This will ensure residents and developers alike can voice concerns early, stay informed and partner with their local government.

My background as a former Wyomissing mayor, current council member and attorney — with extensive experience in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office and O­ffice of Homeland Security — has taught me the importance of fairness, teamwork and a process that prioritizes accountability.

By bringing people to the table — neighbors, businesses and elected officials — we can pursue responsible economic growth that respects our borough’s heritage and preserves its unique character. Wyomissing deserves leadership that listens, stays accountable and shapes a sustainable future for generations to come.

Source: Berkshire mont