Scranton solidifying 2025 Capital Budget as Lackawanna County struggles with finances

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As Lackawanna County struggles to get its finances in order, the city of Scranton took a major step Tuesday into solidifying its 2025 Capital Budget.

On Tuesday night, council members approved the introduction of the city’s budget .

Council members say it’s the best budget the city has seen in years with a clear and transparent layout that shows exactly where money is going, why, and for how long.

The set-up of the budget includes a boost in the city’s credit ratings and over $600,000 earned in interest from taxpayer dollars.

Residents will get a chance to sound off on the budget at a public hearing on September 24.

There was no mention of if taxes will be raised for Scranton residents.

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