The City of Wilkes-Barre Council held a combined session on May 22, 2025, focusing on two main agenda items: a significant grant proposal and the appointment of a new member to the General Municipal Authority.

During the meeting, council members discussed a long-awaited project that has not progressed since the 1990s. The project, which borders multiple districts, is now seeking grant funding to move forward. Council members expressed optimism about the potential approval of the grant, with one member humorously challenging the city council to a basketball game against the administration if the project is approved.

Additionally, the council addressed the appointment of Jerome Dunn to the General Municipal Authority. Dunn, who applied for the position, was unable to attend the meeting but received support from council members. One member confirmed that Dunn had reached out to express his intentions to join the authority and requested that the council support his appointment.

The meeting concluded with no further significant discussions, as council members moved on to other presentations. The outcomes of the grant proposal and Dunn's appointment are expected to have implications for the city's development and governance in the near future.