Sean McAndrew

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

Null

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.

Adoption of File of Council No. 38, 2026 — refuse fee exoneration exception

Adoption of File of Council No. 40, 2026 — Capouse Avenue Splash Pad naming

Adoption of Resolution No. 107, 2026 — artificial turf donation to police

Adoption of File of Council No. 12, 2026 — kratom sales to minors, as amended

Motion to take File of Council No. 12, 2026 from the table

Old Business — data center zoning ordinances (Files 7 and 8, 2026)

Old Business — File of Council No. 13, 2026 (kratom, general)

Old Business — File of Council No. 20, 2026 (Koch Place vacation)

Old Business — File of Council No. 39, 2026 (Euclid Avenue one-way)

Take File of the Council No. 28, 2026 from Table

Pass Reading by Title: File of the Council No. 38, 2026 (Refuse Fee Exception)

Table File of the Council No. 39, 2026 (Euclid Avenue One-Way)

Pass Reading by Title: File of the Council No. 40, 2026 (Capouse Avenue Splash Pad Naming)

Adopt File of the Council No. 36, 2026 (Moir Court Traffic Changes)

Adopt File of the Council No. 37, 2026 (Stafford Avenue and Alder Street Traffic Controls)

Adopt Resolution No. 106, 2026 (Ronald McDonald House Grant Application)

Adopt File of the Council No. 28, 2026 (HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan)

FOR INTRODUCTION - A RESOLUTION - ACCEPTING A DONATION OF ARTIFICIAL TURF TO THE SCRANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO BE USED AT LEACH RANGE.

FILE OF THE COUNCIL NO. 7, 2026 - AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SCRANTON TO AMEND PROVISIONS RELATED TO DATA CENTERS AND RELATED PROVISIONS AS OUTLINED HEREIN.

FILE OF THE COUNCIL NO. 8, 2026 - AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SCRANTON TO AMEND PROVISIONS RELATED TO DATA CENTERS.

final passage on Item 7-A

final passage of Item 7-B as amended

Adoption of File of Council No. 38, 2026 — refuse fee exoneration exception

Adoption of File of Council No. 40, 2026 — Capouse Avenue Splash Pad naming

Adoption of Resolution No. 107, 2026 — artificial turf donation to police

Adoption of File of Council No. 12, 2026 — kratom sales to minors, as amended

Adopt File of the Council No. 36, 2026 (Moir Court Traffic Changes)

Adopt File of the Council No. 37, 2026 (Stafford Avenue and Alder Street Traffic Controls)

Adopt Resolution No. 106, 2026 (Ronald McDonald House Grant Application)

Adopt File of the Council No. 28, 2026 (HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan)

As Chairperson for the Committee on Rules, I recommend final passage of Item 7-A.

As Chairperson for the Committee on Public Safety, I recommend final vote on Item 7-B.

Adoption of Resolution No. 97, 2026 (Fire Department Boilers Grant)

Adoption of Resolution No. 98, 2026 (DPW Salt Shed Conveyor Grant)

Adoption of Resolution No. 99, 2026 (Civil Service Commission Appointment)

Adoption of Resolution No. 100, 2026 (Board of Ethics Appointment)

Adoption of Resolution No. 101, 2026 (FOP MOA Extension)

Adoption of Resolution No. 102, 2026 (Intercept Martial Arts Grant)

Adoption of Resolution No. 103, 2026 (Connell Park Sitework Contract)

Adoption of File of the Council No. 27, 2026 (2027 Capital Budget)

Adoption of Resolution No. 105, 2026 (Scranton Counseling Center Grant Amendment)

As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-A.

As Chairperson for the Committee on Public Safety, I recommend final passage of Item 7-C.

As Chairperson for the Committee on Public Safety, I recommend final passage of Item 7-B.

Adoption of Resolution No. 96-2026 (Frances Willard Elementary Schoolyard Grant)

Adoption of File of the Council No. 29, 2026 (Moir Court Traffic Changes)

Adoption of File of the Council No. 30, 2026 (Capouse Avenue and Walnut Street Four-Way Stop)

MR. SCHUSTER: At this time I'll entertain a motion that Item 5-B be introduced into its proper committee. MR. SEAN MCANDREW: So moved. MR. FLYNN: Second.

DR. ROTHCHILD: As Chair for the Committee on Finance, I recommend final passage of Item 7-A. MR. SEAN MCANDREW: Second.

DR. ROTHCHILD: As Chairperson for the Committee on Finance, I recommend final passage of Item 7-C. MR. FLYNN: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-F. DR. ROTHCHILD: Second.

DR. ROTHCHILD: As Chairperson for the Committee on Finance, I recommend final passage of Item 7-B. MR. FLYNN: Second.

DR. ROTHCHILD: As Chairperson for the Committee on Finance, I recommend final passage of Item 7-D. MR. SEAN MCANDREW: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-E. DR. ROTHCHILD: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-H. DR. ROTHCHILD: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-I. MR. FLYNN: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-J. DR. ROTHCHILD: Second.

MR. SEAN MCANDREW: As Chairperson for the Committee on Community Development, I recommend final passage of Item 7-G. MR. FLYNN: Second.

MR. SCHUSTER: At this time I'll entertain a motion that Item 5-C be introduced into its proper committee. MR. FLYNN: So moved. MR. SEAN MCANDREW: Second.

Adoption of Resolution No. 81, 2026 (Main Street Matters Grant)

Adoption of Resolution No. 82, 2026 (Fire Department Weather Stations)

Adoption of Resolution No. 83, 2026 (Neighborhood Welcome Signs)

Adoption of Resolution No. 84, 2026 (Scranton Counseling Center Landscaping)

Adoption of Resolution No. 85, 2026 (Providence Pregnancy Center Roofing)

Adoption of Resolution No. 86, 2026 (Albright Memorial Library HVAC)

Adoption of Resolution No. 87, 2026 (Hazard Mitigation Plan Update)

Adoption of Resolution No. 88, 2026 (Junken Monkeys Roof Project)

Adoption of Resolution No. 89, 2026 (Meals on Wheels Delivery Vans)

motion to request a traffic study of Euclid Avenue, the portion that's been changed to one way

amendment I would like to make is to remove the EMS fleet and the EMS equipment