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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Scranton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Tripp Park Community Center Maintenance and Winterization
Residents advocated for returning vacant city-owned buildings—specifically the Tripp Park Community Center and the former neighborhood watch building on Jackson Street—back to community control under a resident-run committee.
Access to Community Facilities and Neighborhood Centers
West Scranton residents asked the city to hand over keys to vacant city-owned buildings, such as the former Hyde Park Neighborhood Watch building, so neighbors can run community programs and watch groups without costing the city money.
Nay Aug Park Management and Oversight
Concerns were raised regarding a newly proposed parks and recreation manager position and potential conflicts with the Nay Aug Park Management Authority board.
Park Vandalism and Surveillance Needs in Green Ridge
Green Ridge residents and neighborhood association leaders expressed frustration over ongoing vandalism at Pretzel Park—including destroyed trees and uprooted benches—and questioned a three-year delay in installing promised park security cameras.