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Topics getting the most attention in Scranton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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2027 Capital Budget and Spending Plan

The city's capital budget and reserve fund spending plan for fiscal year 2027 is up for adoption consideration by the Finance Committee. It determines which infrastructure projects get funded next year.

8 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026

CriticalDevelopment

HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan Approval

Council approved the HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan, unlocking federal funds for community development, housing, and emergency grant programs.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Blighted Properties and Code Enforcement Concerns

Residents highlighted long-abandoned storage pods sitting on public streets and overgrown blighted properties, urging stricter enforcement and ordinance updates.

7 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 6, 2026