Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from James J. Pappas’s organization
Oct 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lackawanna County Land Bank Board Meeting
The board discussed the land bank property disposition update, noting that 456 properties have been conveyed countywide with specific breakdowns by location. The meeting also addressed the Eagle Lake property update regarding the legal process for handling abandoned trailers, including magistrate complaints and the eventual disposal of the properties. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved an inter-departmental agreement with Balcony Technology Group to implement a new property data platform designed to consolidate property information and increase accessibility for the public. Finally, the board confirmed that the advisory committee reviewed and approved all proposed property business items.
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The council considered the HUD 2026 annual action plan, reviewed financial comparison reports from the single tax office, and addressed ARPA budget transfers. Various community events, including talent shows and grand openings, were announced. The meeting also featured significant public comment regarding infrastructure projects, specifically the conversion of traffic lights to four-way stop signs and concerns about sidewalk and paving repair quality. Additional public discussion addressed code enforcement and challenges within the local school district.
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lackawanna County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Board discussed several proclamations, including Domestic Violence Awareness Month and a community recognition day. The meeting addressed fiscal and administrative matters, specifically the approval of county payables, an adult probation and parole grant, and contract amendments for the Area Agency on Aging, including a new professional services agreement. The Board also approved an Office of Youth and Family Services pilot program for case transcription software and a foster care provider agreement. Furthermore, amendments to the Homeless Assistance Program were approved to reallocate funds for emergency shelter and rental assistance. The session concluded with the awarding of a salary study contract.
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Scranton City Council Public Hearing
The public hearing focused on council file number 37-2026, which involves multiple infrastructure improvements. Key discussion topics included the installation of a four-way stop sign at the intersection of Stafford Avenue and Alder Street, the addition of international-standard pedestrian crossings and stop lines, the implementation of ADA-compliant curb ramps, and the creation of school zones on Stafford Avenue, Alder Street, and Hickory Street, along with international-style crosswalks and school signage.
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