Lackawanna County Board Approves Key Appointments Amid Controversy

During a recent meeting of the Lackawanna County Board of Commissioners, several key appointments were made to various boards and authorities, including the Lackawanna County Assessment Board and the Lackawanna River Basin Sewer Authority.

Mister Reisinger was introduced as a new appointee representing the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. The board discussed the importance of transparency in the appointment process, with Commissioner Cermak expressing a desire to be more involved in the selection of candidates for various boards. The commissioners encouraged input from all members regarding potential appointees.

The board unanimously approved the reappointment of Shirley Barrett and William Nicholas to the Lackawanna County Assessment Board for a one-year term, alongside the appointment of Martin Duffy, a retired employee from the Assessment Office, who brings over a decade of experience in property valuation. Despite some concerns about the removal of long-serving member Mister Jones, the board affirmed Duffy's qualifications and proceeded with the resolution.

Additionally, the commissioners reappointed Thomas Wesquera and Andrew Hedges to the Lackawanna River Basin Sewer Authority, both set to serve until December 31, 2028. The meeting concluded with the appointment of Dr. Melvin Wolk to the Lackawanna County Literacy Committee, with his term also extending until the end of 2027.

The board's decisions reflect a commitment to maintaining experienced personnel in critical roles while also welcoming new members to enhance the effectiveness of local governance.