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Scranton Zoning Board elects Bob Gattens chair, Sean Watts vice chair
Summary
At its January 2026 meeting, the City of Scranton Zoning Hearing Board completed its annual reorganization, electing Bob Gattens as chair and Sean Watts as vice chair by unanimous voice votes.
The City of Scranton Zoning Hearing Board opened its January 2026 meeting by conducting its yearly reorganization and electing new leadership. Board members nominated Bob Gattens for chair and approved his election by unanimous voice vote. Members then nominated and unanimously elected Sean Watts as vice chair.
The reorganization followed customary procedure: the board took roll, recited required announcements under the Pennsylvania Sunshine Law and reviewed witness oath and testimony procedures. The board also reminded attendees of permitting limits tied to approvals, including the 30-day waiting period that can be waived at an applicant's risk and the 12-month expiration under Article 10.3(c) of the zoning ordinance.
The new officers led the remainder of the agenda, which included multiple special-exception and variance hearings. No additional administrative actions were taken during the reorganization portion of the meeting.
