Crocamo boosts services, investments without raising taxes!

Luzerne County has been able to maintain a steady property tax rate of 0.85% despite the rising costs of living and inflation. This is a testament to the county’s fiscal responsibility and commitment to its residents.”

The State of Luzerne County: A Year in Review

Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo recently delivered the annual state of the county address, highlighting the county’s achievements and progress over the past year. In her address, Crocamo emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility and the county’s commitment to its residents.

Expanded Services

One of the key areas of focus for the county has been expanding its services to better meet the needs of its residents. This includes:

Improved public transportation options, such as the expansion of the Luzerne County Transit Authority’s bus routes and the introduction of new bus schedules. Enhanced community programs, including the expansion of the county’s youth programs and the introduction of new community events. Increased support for local businesses, through initiatives such as the county’s business development program and the expansion of the county’s business incubator. These expanded services have had a positive impact on the county’s residents, providing them with more options and opportunities for growth and development.

This is a significant increase from the previous year’s tax bill of $555.41.

The Impact of the Budget on Local Residents

The approved budget has significant implications for local residents, particularly those who own properties in the county. The increased tax rate will result in higher property tax bills, which may be a burden for some homeowners.

The bureau also received 1,500 in-person absentee ballot requests.

Election Bureau Operations

Processing Voter Applications

The election bureau’s primary function is to process voter applications, which includes verifying the eligibility of applicants and ensuring that they meet the necessary requirements to vote in the upcoming election. This process involves reviewing and validating the information provided on the application, including the applicant’s name, address, and date of birth. The bureau uses a combination of automated and manual processes to verify the eligibility of applicants. This includes checking against voter rolls, driver’s license databases, and other public records to ensure that the applicant is a registered voter and meets the necessary residency requirements. The bureau also conducts a review of the applicant’s application to ensure that it is complete and accurate.

In-Person Ballot Requests

The election bureau also processes in-person ballot requests, which are submitted by voters who want to cast their ballots by mail. This process involves verifying the eligibility of the voter and ensuring that they meet the necessary requirements to vote by mail. The bureau receives a significant number of in-person ballot requests, with over 3,800 requests processed for the November election. The bureau uses a combination of automated and manual processes to verify the eligibility of voters who submit in-person ballot requests.