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Luzerne County mandates completion of all ARPA-funded projects by December 31, 2026, or face repayment.
Luzerne County is requiring recipients of American Rescue Plan Act funds to complete projects by December 31, 2026, as all federal funds must be fully spent and closed out by then.
County officials warn there is no flexibility, and failure to meet deadlines—including final vendor payments and financial reporting—could result in repayment.
Extensions have been granted for some projects, including Shickshinny’s wastewater upgrade and West Pittston’s stormwater initiative, now due by November 30, 2026, due to delays and expanded scope.
The county is using a Maryland consulting firm to ensure compliance and will closely monitor progress, with Council Chairman John Lombardo overseeing remaining projects in early 2026.
El condado de Luzerne exige la finalización de todos los proyectos financiados por ARPA antes del 31 de diciembre de 2026, o enfrentará el reembolso.