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Board approves one-year MOU with Johnson College to bring certificate programs to Lackawanna County Prison
Summary
The commissioners approved a one‑year memorandum of understanding with Johnson College (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027) to provide certificate-based programs to inmates, a partnership Warden Tim Fetti and commissioners said will improve employability and reduce recidivism.
The Lackawanna County Board of Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with Johnson College to offer several certificate-based training programs inside the county prison for inmates who successfully complete them. Warden Tim Fetti described the MOU as a pathway to continued education after release and said programs aim to increase employability for returning citizens.
Commissioners unanimously supported the measure in formal vote. Supporters framed the agreement as a practical step to reduce recidivism by pairing education and training with reentry opportunities; one commissioner said education and job training are among the most effective measures to reduce reoffending.
The MOU will run for one year beginning July 1, 2026; the county’s prison board recommended the training program. Next steps: implement course delivery logistics and monitor program outcomes as participants seek post-release employment.
