City Council

City Council

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City Council serves as the legislative body of the City of Scranton’s government, with responsibilities including the introduction, review, and passage of resolutions and ordinances.

Comprised of five members, each elected for a term of four years, the Council convenes every Tuesday at 6:30 PM in City Council Chambers located on the second floor of City Hall.

Members of Council can be contacted by emailing Frank Voldenberg at fvoldenberg@scrantonpa.gov or at their individual email addresses below.

Frank Voldenberg, City Clerk

Office Hours:
Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Phone:
570.348.4113
Email:
fvoldenberg@scrantonpa.gov

Standing Committees

All business requiring examination and follow-up by City Council shall be referred to the following Standing Committees:

Commitee on Rules
The Commitee on Rules deals with the following subjects: Office of the Mayor, the Law Department, Appointments, Resignations and Leave of Absence, Rules of Council, Procedural Issues Relating to Adoption/Repeal of Legislation, Scheduling of Public Meetings, Hearings, and Caucuses
Commitee on Finance
The Commitee on Finance deals with the following subjects: the Department of Business Administration, the Department of Human Resources, the Department of Information Technology, the Office of the Treasurer, the Single Tax Office, Revenue for the Support of the City Government, Claims Against the City, Taxation, Collections to the City Treasurer’s Accounts, Tax and Refuse Fee Delinquencies, Exonerations, and Finance and Budgetary Transfers.
Commitee on Public Works
The Commitee on Public Works deals with the following subjects: the Department of Public Works, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Pacing of Steets and Highways, Bridges, Sewers and Drains, Parks, City Garages and Buildings [Excluding Police and Fire], Refuse and Recycling, and Public Utilities.
Commitee on Public Safety
The Commitee on Public Safety deals with the following subjects: the Bureau of Fire, the Police Department, Parking and Parking Meters, Public Health and Sanitation, and Traffic Control and Maintenance
Commitee on Community Development
The Commitee on Community Development deals with the following subjects: the Office of Community Development, Code Enforcement, City Planning and Zoning, Animal Control, Urban Renewal and Redevelopment, and Housing.

City Council Members

Thomas Schuster

Thomas Schuster, Council President

Thomas Schuster was elected to a two-year term in November 2025. He serves as Chair of the Committee on Rules and is Vice-Chair of the Committee on Public Safety.

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Patrick Flynn

Patrick Flynn, Council Vice-President

Patrick Flynn was elected to a four-year term in November 2025. He serves as Chair of the Committee on Public Works and is Vice-Chair of the Committee on Rules.

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Jessica Rothchild

Jessica Rothchild, PT, DPT, City Councilmember

Dr. Jessica Rothchild was elected to a four-year term in November 2023. She serves as Chair of the Committee on Finance and is Vice-Chair of the Committee on Community Development.

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Mark McAndrew

Mark McAndrew, City Councilmember

Mark McAndrew was elected to a four-year term in November 2023. He serves as Chair of the Committee on Public Safety and Vice-Chair of the Committee on Public Works.

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Sean McAndrew

Sean McAndrew, City Councilmember

Sean McAndrew was elected to a four-year term in November 2025. He serves as Chair of the Committee on Community Development and Vice-Chair of the Committee on Finance.

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