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Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Information (RFI)

Welcome to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Area (PCWDA) Request for Proposals (RFP) page. We are committed to fostering economic growth and cultivating talent in the region. On this page, you will find RFPs for projects and initiatives that support our mission and objectives.

All interested applicants should review the RFP, which includes guidelines, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria, and complete the RFP Application Packet provided for each. Our collaborative approach encourages partnerships between various stakeholders to build a skilled workforce in the Pocono Counties.

RFP/RFI Information / Documents – Poconos

Request for Information – Regional Business Services – Proposal Due Date April 1st, 2024

Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Information (RFI)

The Pocono Counties are committed to fostering economic growth and cultivating talent in the region. On this page, you will find Request for Proposal (RFP) Request for Information (RFI) requests for projects and initiatives that support our mission and objectives.

All interested applicants should review the RFP or RFI, including guidelines, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria, and complete the RFP/RFI Application instructions for each. Our collaborative approach encourages partnerships between various stakeholders to build a skilled workforce in the Pocono Counties.

RFP/RFI Information / Documents – Poconos

Request for Proposal: Fiscal Management Service – Proposals Due May 17th, 2024. 

Request for Proposals (RFPs)

Welcome to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Area (PCWDA) Request for Proposals (RFP) page. We are committed to fostering economic growth and cultivating talent in the region. On this page, you will find RFPs for projects and initiatives that support our mission and objectives.

All interested applicants should review the RFP, which includes guidelines, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria, and complete the RFP Application Packet provided for each. Our collaborative approach encourages partnerships between various stakeholders to build a skilled workforce in the Pocono Counties.

RFP Information / Documents – Poconos

Innovative Youth Program in Healthcare – Proposal Due Date August 18th, 2023

Request for Proposals (RFPs)/Request for Information (RFIs)

Welcome to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Area (PCWDA) Request for Proposals (RFP) page. We are committed to fostering economic growth and cultivating talent in the region. On this page, you will find RFPs for projects and initiatives that support our mission and objectives.

All interested applicants should review the RFP, which includes guidelines, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria, and complete the RFP Application Packet provided for each. Our collaborative approach encourages partnerships between various stakeholders to build a skilled workforce in the Pocono Counties.

RFP Information / Documents – Poconos

Innovative Youth Program in Healthcare – Proposal Due Date August 18th, 2023

Wednesday's are so much more fun with STEAM!

https://youtu.be/mZXIEfuf664

Two Wednesday's a month, Pocono Mountain Public Library hosts a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) activity. The next STEAM Wednesday will be on December 21st at 4pm where kids (and adults) will get their engineering mind working while making a roller coaster out of file folders. Masks and registration is required. You can register by calling (570) 894-8860 ext. 3, email kidsread@poconolibrary.org or using the link https://forms.gle/SmUT3667Grg9ukTd9.

See you there!

Sanitation Request For Bids #3

The Borough of Mount Pocono will receive sealed bids for municipal solid waste collection and disposal services, curbside recycling collection and processing services; and leaf/yard waste collection and processing services at the Mount Pocono Borough Office, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  The bids will be opened publicly and read aloud at that time. It is the bidder’s responsibility to have all bid proposals delivered on time.  No late proposals will be accepted.  Sealed Bids must be mailed or hand delivered.  Faxes and emails are not acceptable.

Northampton Community College Offers English Language, Civics, and GED Programs

Northampton Community College is offering English Language, English Language and Civics Education, and GED classes at both the Monroe County campus in Tannersville, PA, and the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, PA. In-person, online, and hybrid options are offered for all three programs.

How To Enroll

  • Two Locations Available:
    • Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E Third Street, Suite 450 in Bethlehem
    • Monroe Campus, 2411 PA-715, Kapp Hall Room 021 in Tannersville
  • Complete an intake and sign-up for a New Student Orientation
  • Must be 18 years old and living in the United States
  • In-Person, Online, and Hybrid options are available

    Learn English at NCC

    Northampton Community College Offers English Language, Civics, and GED Programs

    Northampton Community College is offering English Language, English Language and Civics Education, and GED classes at both the Monroe County campus in Tannersville, PA, and the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, PA. In-person, online, and hybrid options are offered for all three programs.

    How To Enroll

    • Two Locations Available:
      • Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E Third Street, Suite 450 in Bethlehem
      • Monroe Campus, 2411 PA-715, Kapp Hall Room 021 in Tannersville
    • Complete an intake and sign-up for a New Student Orientation
    • Must be 18 years old and living in the United States
    • In-Person, Online, and Hybrid options are available

      Learn English at NCC

      Northampton Community College Offers English Language, Civics, and GED Programs

      Northampton Community College is offering English Language, English Language and Civics Education, and GED classes at both the Monroe County campus in Tannersville, PA, and the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, PA. In-person, online, and hybrid options are offered for all three programs.

      How To Enroll

      • Two Locations Available:
        • Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E Third Street, Suite 450 in Bethlehem
        • Monroe Campus, 2411 PA-715, Kapp Hall Room 021 in Tannersville
      • Complete an intake and sign-up for a New Student Orientation
      • Must be 18 years old and living in the United States
      • In-Person, Online, and Hybrid options are available

        Learn English at NCC

        2023 Township Budget & Public Hearing | Pocono Township

        PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

        NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will consider for adoption at a Public Hearing to be held at 10:00 a.m. on the 29th day of December 2022, at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania, 18372, an Ordinance adopting a Budget and Appropriating Funds estimated to be required for the Purposes of the Government of the Township of Pocono and Fixing the Real Estate Millage Rate for the 2023 Fiscal Year.

        Copies of the proposed text of the Ordinance summarized below may be examined by any citizen of the Township of Pocono at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA during normal business hours. The below attachment is a summary of the Ordinance in reasonable detail.

        12.01.22 Board of Education


        Brunch with Santa on 12/18

        Santa is coming to Barley Creek! Join us on Sunday, December 18 from 9am-12:30pm for our annual Brunch with Santa at Barley Creek's Morning Toast. We'll have all your favorite brunch yummies, including a carving station, omelet station, buffet and dessert station. Reservations can be made here. $29.95 for adults. $11.95 for 12 and under. Free for 2 and under.

        PMEDC Holds Annual Dinner and Releases Annual Report

        PMEDC’s Annual Dinner was held on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Famularo’s Catering and Banquets in Paradise Valley, PA.  In attendance were PMEDC members, board members, elected officials and community leaders.

        Chuck Leonard, Executive Director, provided an overview of the current economic climate in Monroe County, PA  and the 2022 Annual Report was distributed.

        A copy of the report can be downloaded here: PMEDC_Annual_Report_2022_LO

        11.17.22 Board of Education


        Approved 2023 Budget

        The 2023 Budget was approved at the December 20, 2022 Council Meeting.

        You can review it HERE.

        Ordinance 1398, Fixing the 2023 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 20, 2022 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

        Approved 2024 Budget

        The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

        You can review it HERE.

        Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

        Approved 2024 Budget

        The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

        You can review it HERE.

        Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

        Approved 2024 Budget

        The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

        You can review it HERE.

        Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

        2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

        East Stroudsburg Borough 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

        The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 15 and will continue through Friday, December 13, 2024.

        Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

        2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

        East Stroudsburg Borough 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

        The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 15 and will continue through Friday, December 13, 2024.

        Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

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