SCRANTON, PA – August 18, 2025 − Senator Marty Flynn today presented a $200,000 state grant to Scranton Tomorrow for the launch of its Scranton Tomorrow Ambassador Program, a year-round initiative that will enhance the city’s business district with on-street cleaning, safety, landscaping, and hospitality services.
Scranton Tomorrow’s Ambassador program will provide on street cleaning services five days a week to care for the core of downtown. Their work will include weed removal, litter control, graffiti cleanup, winter snow and ice clearing at sidewalk ramps and around hydrants, and preparations for events. They will also assist visitors and support projects that improve the appearance of the district over time. Jeffrey Mead, who brings extensive experience in this field, will serve as Operations Manager.
“Scranton takes pride in its public spaces, and this program makes that clear,” said Senator Flynn. “I was proud to bring this funding home, and I am proud of the work Scranton Tomorrow is doing to make this program a success.”
Joining Senator Flynn at the announcement were Leslie Collins, President and CEO of Scranton Tomorrow, Steve Ward, Project Manager for the Safe, Clean, Green and Design Program, Tammy Jackson, Chairperson of the Board, and Jeffrey Mead, Operations Manager of the Ambassador Program. The program is scheduled to begin operations on September 2, 2025, serving the downtown district from Mifflin Avenue to Jefferson Avenue and from Bogart Court to Mulberry Street.
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