Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Scranton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in business jobs
Downtown Parking and Meter Kiosks
Council members pressed for details after learning the Streetscape Project should net about 69 new downtown parking spaces and that a business parking validation program has existed since 2016. A free holiday market program will support businesses hurt by the water main disruption, and four businesses had PAWC insurance claims approved.
Home-Based Nail Salon on Washburn St
Mariola Lantigon is requesting a variance to run an appointment-only nail salon out of a home at 1826 Washburn St.
Vehicle Sales Facility at 420-422 N Main Ave.
An application was brought forward to operate a vehicle sales facility on North Main Avenue.
Municipal Website Transparency and Missing Labor Agreements
A citizen proposed that City Council establish formal ordinance requirements for transparency and record-keeping for all mayor-created task forces and advisory groups. Council members listened to the recommendation regarding government accountability.
Board of Ethics Financial Disclosure Review
The Board of Ethics chair presented an annual review showing high compliance with Statements of Financial Interest filings, though a small number of filings remain pending.
University of Scranton Health Authority Financing Plan
Council reviewed a financing plan through the Scranton-Lackawanna Health and Welfare Authority to support a project at the University of Scranton.
Department of Public Works Labor Negotiations and Contract Status
Residents and council members raised concerns that the DPW labor contract has been expired for over a year, prompting requests for updates on ongoing negotiations and litigation costs.