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 (15)(Development)
Townhouse Development at Farr St and N Sumner Ave
Potential increase in municipal tax base offset by localized infrastructure and traffic mitigation costs.
Drive-Thru Coffee Shop and Parking Reduction at SouthSide Shopping Center
Multi-Family Conversion on Luzerne St
HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan Approval
Allocation of federal grant funding across CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs for the 2026 program year.
Hickory Street property acquisition
Nominal $1 purchase price.
Storage Shed Construction at 621 Deacon St.
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Local Share Account Grant Applications
Secures state grant funding totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars for municipal and nonprofit projects without direct local tax increases.
Self-Storage Facility at 1740 N Main Ave.
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Vehicle Repair Garage at 325 Green St.
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Fidelity Building Purchase Due Diligence
Involves transferring approximately $1.6 million for capital acquisition, plus ongoing maintenance, utility, technology, and staffing expenses.
Davis Street Apartment Development and Traffic Impact
Private investment costs for the apartment development.
Montage Mountain Townhome Development
Increases housing stock and high-end residential value in the planned recreation zone.
Board Residency Requirements and Appointments
Keyser Valley Flood Protection Project Easements
Estimated at over $100,000 for additional engineering and construction work.
Federal Appropriations Funding Requests
State grant funding provides $3,269,400 toward local infrastructure projects.
Decisions during term (8)
Recorded while Cognetti was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.