Lackawanna County Prison Board 5 20 26

The Lackawanna County Prison Board held a meeting on May 20, 2026, focusing on financial and operational reports related to the county prison and community correction center. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of payables and the controller's report detailing nearly $990,000 in investments within the prison canteen account. The board discussed the appropriate use of canteen funds, emphasizing expenditures that benefit inmate welfare, education, and rehabilitation. A significant agenda item was the proposed purchase of a Dexis TI-2 sensor kit and software for dental X-rays, with the board considering vendor quotes and recommending Banquo Dental for the $7,816.18 contract. Additionally, the board approved a memorandum of understanding with Johnson College to provide educational certificate programs to inmates, aiming to improve employability and reduce recidivism. Public comments supported expanding educational and vocational training programs, including suggestions for dyslexia screening and sewing classes to enhance inmate job skills. The meeting concluded with personnel matters, including the authorization of termination for two correctional officers for cause.