McGloin resigns as Lackawanna County Commissioner, successor pending

Lackawanna County Democratic Commissioner Matt McGloin announced his resignation effective Monday, citing the need to prioritize his family and explore options outside county government. This decision follows rumors of his departure for a college football coaching position, which he initially avoided addressing during a commissioners' meeting. McGloin's resignation will create a vacancy on the three-person board, prompting Commissioner Bill Gaughan to urge the executive committee to honor the will of Democratic voters in selecting a successor. The county's Democratic Party will have five days to propose candidates for appointment by the county court following McGloin's resignation. Gaughan and Republican Commissioner Chris Chermak have refrained from commenting on McGloin's potential plans, emphasizing their focus on ongoing county operations. McGloin's tenure included addressing a significant budget deficit, which resulted in a tax increase for county residents.