Pennsylvania Lackawanna County Home Rule Charter (239.4 KiB) is a document that establishes the framework of the county government in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It outlines the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the county government, as well as the roles and obligations of county officers and employees. The charter also sets forth the procedures for elections, public hearings, and other important county government functions. The charter is divided into five main sections, with additional provisions for specific topics. The five main sections of the charter are the Articles of Incorporation, the Administrative Code, the Financial Code, the Personnel Code, and the Election Code. There are two types of Lackawanna County Home Rule Charter: the Standard Home Rule Charter, which is applicable to all counties in Pennsylvania, and the Optional Home Rule Charter, which can be adopted by counties with specific requirements.