Development News for Scranton, Pennsylvania

Emergency Services Purchases Hazard Monitoring System for Enhanced Public Safety

The board ratified an invoice from US Fire Services for the Department of Emergency Services for the Drager Xite Live Wireless Hazard Area Monitoring System, costing $23,886. This portable system enhances public safety at large events and emergency incidents by providing real-time detection of toxic gases, combustible gases, and radiological threats. It transmits live data over the FirstNet public safety network. This system will be crucial for the 2026 World Cup fan zone and can be deployed for other large events or industrial accidents to identify threats quickly, reduce personnel exposure, and improve operational awareness.

Board Approves Agreement for Sarah Brady Park ADA Improvements, Awards Contract to Waco Inc.

The board authorized a cooperation agreement with the borough of Jessup for the Sarah Brady Park ADA improvement project and awarded the construction contract to Waco Incorporated. This project will utilize approximately $71,333 in federal CDBG funding to enhance ADA accessibility and public access within the park, improving recreational opportunities for residents of all abilities. The county's CDBG department will handle grant administration, compliance oversight, and project coordination, while the borough will manage engineering and construction observation. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September.

Office of Youth and Family Services Professional Service Agreements Renewed for FY 2026-2027

The board approved professional service agreements for the Office of Youth and Family Services for fiscal year 2026-2027. These agreements are annual renewals encompassing mediation, CASA, truancy, consulting, counseling, family engagement activities, service provision, and case management. The contracts represent agencies and professionals providing services to the agency and families, with all contracts reimbursed at 80% by the state.

Emergency Services Acquires Advanced Hazard Monitoring System

The board ratified an invoice from US Fire Services for $23,886 for the Drager Xite Live Wireless Hazard Area Monitoring System for the Department of Emergency Services. This portable system enhances public safety at large events and emergencies by detecting toxic gases, combustible gases, and radiological threats in real-time via the FirstNet network. It will be used for the 2026 World Cup fan zone and other large events or industrial accidents to quickly identify threats, reduce responder exposure, and improve operational awareness.