Mayor· 2020–2030
Paige Gebhardt Cognetti
Scranton
About
Paige Gebhardt Cognetti's congressional campaign centers heavily on an anti-corruption agenda and clean governance. Her platform is also supported by gun-safety advocacy groups, highlighting a focus on public safety.
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Campaign promises (1)
- transparencyCognetti announced an anti-corruption agenda that she would pursue if elected to Congress.
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Top issues during term (20)
Euclid Avenue One-Way Traffic Designation
Minimal signage and implementation costs handled by the Department of Public Works.
Infrastructure Maintenance, Pave Cuts, and Stormwater GIS Mapping
Vehicle suspension repairs and alignment costs for residents, alongside potential fine revenues for the city.
Data Center Zoning Regulations and Nuclear Energy Concerns
Unknown — the rules could affect future tax base and utility demand depending on where data centers are allowed.
Regulation of Kratom Sale and Possession
Enforcement costs would fall on code enforcement and police; penalties could produce minor revenue.
2027 Capital Budget and Spending Plan
The capital reserve spending plan shapes how city funds are spent on infrastructure in 2027.
Townhouse Development at Farr St and N Sumner Ave
Potential increase in municipal tax base offset by localized infrastructure and traffic mitigation costs.
Data Center Zoning and Potential Small Nuclear Reactors
May influence commercial real estate development and municipal tax revenues from technology infrastructure.
Code Enforcement and Blight Mitigation
Potential expenditure on legal actions or court orders to address chronic private property blight.
Blighted Properties and Code Enforcement Concerns
Minimal direct municipal impact; primarily administrative and enforcement costs.
Levee System Operations and Maintenance Manuals
Proper maintenance helps keep the levees eligible for federal flood-protection programs.
Short-Term Rental Proposal on Monroe Ave
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Access to Community Facilities and Neighborhood Centers
Zero cost to the city, funded by community fundraising.
2025 Financial Audit and Pension Health Improvements
Reflects overall municipal financial health and stable pension funding ratios.
Extreme Heat and Emergency Cooling Plans for Unsheltered Residents
Potential reallocation of infrastructure funds or grants toward shelter facilities.
Traffic and Parking Safety on Local Streets
Potential legal liabilities and re-striping or reconfiguration costs.
Municipal Budget and Revenue Projections
$1.2 million first-quarter shortfall
Nay Aug Park Management and Oversight
Creating a new parks management position adds recurring personnel costs to the municipal budget.
Tripp Park Community Center Maintenance and Winterization
Saves the city maintenance costs while shifting upkeep to residents.
Fireworks and Illegal Vehicle Enforcement
Potential costs for increased police details or code enforcement sweeps.
Cedar Avenue Traffic Regulation
Traffic study and potential signage implementation costs.
Decisions during term (319)
Recorded while Cognetti was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.