coal transportation. Today, this dynamic community maintains its historical charm while embracing modern development. In addition to its economic growth, Archbald offers an exceptional quality of life, where the cost of living and doing business is significantly lower compared to major metropolitan markets on the East Coast. “Our entertainment, our restaurants, our community feel, our educational systems, they’re all top quality,” boasts Amy Luyster, Vice President of Business and Workforce Development at the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce. “I can’t think of a better place to live than in northeastern Pennsylvania and Archbald Borough is a beautiful borough.” With a strong school district, and seven colleges and universities in Lackawanna County alone, the community also benefits from a robust talent pipeline that supports both residents and businesses. ECONOMIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT With its prime location, Archbald is becoming a thriving hub of economic activity. Luyster recounts, “We are located two hours from New York City, two hours from Philadelphia, two hours from Harrisburg. We have five major interstates that converge in Lackawanna County. So, from a tourism, quality of life and a business perspective, we have access to a large majority of the population. And from a cost of business standpoint, any business, whether you’re a logistics company, a manufacturer, or an office user, you can access around 80 million consumers within an overnight drive.” The borough’s tradition of industrial progress continues, with data centers representing the next frontier of economic growth. Jamie Kane, Chair of the Community Development and Economic Committee (CDEC) relays,“Archbald has a history of coal mining and fueling the Industrial Revolution, and now we are having this conversation about fueling this next revolution with these data centers. How cool of a story is that- where Archbald could play such a crucial role in both of those opportunities.” The growing interest in data centers is reshaping Archbald’s economic landscape, and the borough has become a key destination for developers seeking land and power access. “People are racing to get 47 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04 ARCHBALD, PA
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