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The Lackawanna County Land Bank held a meeting on June 10, 2026, focusing primarily on property disposition and acquisition activities. The board reviewed updates on conveyed properties across various municipalities, including Scranton and surrounding townships, with a total of 435 properties conveyed to date. Two properties were considered for acquisition, both offered at $600, intended for community use and green space. The board also approved the conveyance of a property from an estate to the sole heir, maintaining deed restrictions. Several resolutions were passed, including approval of property acquisitions from the tax sale bureau, conveyance of land bank properties under the purchase program, and ratification of an option agreement for preemptive bids at the 2026 judicial sale. Additionally, the board discussed ongoing issues with treasurer deeds and property tax delinquencies, agreeing to coordinate with the assessor's and tax claim offices to address these challenges. No bid openings were reported during the meeting.