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The Northeastern Pennsylvania Nonprofit &
Community Assistance Center is now accepting applications for the 2006 NCAC Community Awards. The NCAC Community Awards highlight the
programs and projects that are making a positive impact on the communities in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Entries may be submitted by non-profit
organizations political subdivisions, chambers of commerce, industrial development groups, school districts, colleges or universities, social clubs,
business or industry, media organizations, and other organizations involved in community improvement. Applicants do not need to be a
501(c)3 nonprofit organization. The 2006 NCAC Community Awards Program will be held at the Woodlands Inn & Resort on Wednesday, June 7,
2006 with cocktails beginning at 5:30pm. For more information about the 2006 NCAC Community Awards, please contact John Dawe at (570) 655-5581,
ext. 263, by email at ncac@nepa-alliance.org or visit the NCAC website at www.nepa-alliance.org/ncac.htm.
Please take the NCAC 2006 Nonprofit
Survey!
Please take a few minutes to fill out our 2006 Nonprofit & Community Assistance Center survey. We strive to provide the best
services possible to our members and friends who are working to improve the quality of life in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Your participation in
this survey can help us tailor our services to meet YOUR needs. If you have any questions about this survey, please contact John Dawe at
570-655-5581, ext. 263. Please complete this survey by Friday, March 10, 2006.
Completed survey respondents will be entered into a drawing for:
- A one-year, complimentary membership to the NCAC ($35 value)
- Various gift cards from WalMart (valued at $35)
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Discounted Computers Available for
Local Governments through the Northeastern Pennsylvania Alliance
The Northeastern
Pennsylvania Alliance (NEPA), through the Municipal Technology Assistance Program (MTAP), is offering new DellTM computer systems
(desktops and laptops) to local governments (including fire/police departments, municipal authorities, and EMS) at significantly discounted costs.
Discounted computer hardware/software is also available and qualifying municipalities/counties can obtain grants to subsidize costs for internet
access/upgrades and website development/upgrades. Eligible government entities are urged to respond quickly, as funding is limited. Past offerings
have exhausted funding in only a matter of weeks. For additional information, visit: http://www.nepa-alliance.org/mtap.htm or contact Brian Langan at 570-655-5581 ext. 255 or blangan@nepa-alliance.org.
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Grant Funding Opportunities for Training
March 22, 2006Penn
State Worthington Scranton is presenting an information session on "Grant Funding Opportunities for Training" for employers in Northeastern
Pennsylvania. Find out HOW TO: Identify your training needs, Tap into available resources, Finance training for your employees and develop
partnerships with training providers and economic development agencies. The session will be held at the Worthington Scranton Campus and will feature
speakers on WEDnet funding,(Pennsylvania's guaranteed free training) and the Incumbent Worker Grants currently being offered by the various Workfoce
Investment Boards in the area. This information session starts at 8am and includes continental breakfast. The cost of the program is $15. For
additional information, contact Susan Shaffer at 570-655-5581 x269 or e-mail sshaffer@nepa-alliance.org.
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Save the Date! The Procurement
Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)
Expo!
April 26, 2006
It is
that time of year again for NEPA's PTAC Expo! This year's event will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 from 8am - 4pm at the Woodlands Inn &
Resort, Wilkes-Barre, PA. Check upcoming editions of the Insider for more information as it becomes available!
Trade Mission to
Israel and Turkey
June 12-16, 2006
Join other Pennsylvania companies on the Commonwealth's Trade
Mission to Israel and Turkey. Take advantage of pre-arranged one-on-one business appointments with interested distributors, agents, etc. Learn the
local business culture and gather in-country market research to help develop business relations. Deadline to register is April 21, 2006. For more
information, contact Michael Horvath at 570-655-5581 x247 or e-mail mhorvath@nepa-alliance.org.
PA Bedding, Inc. Receives $450,000 in Loan funds
PA Bedding, Inc. was formed in 1954 by Alfred and Alexander Adler and was originally located
in Frackville, PA before relocating to its present location in Old Forge, PA. The loan funds received are a combination of ARC funds, Tri-District
loan funds and DCED-SBF funds for machinery and equipment as part of a total modernization project costing $1,000,000. The company currently employs
50 individuals but intends to increase that number by six to eight new hires within three years of completing the project.
Low interest loan funds available for agricultural production-related
enterprises
Through the First Industries Program, NEPA is offering low interest loans to producers of
agricultural products who have 100 or less employees. Eligible businesses can borrow up to $200,000 or 50% of the project costs at a fixed interest
rate of 3.25% and the loan funds can be used for land acquisition, building acquisition, renovations or construction, purchase of machinery and
equipment and working capital. Working capital is limited to $100,000 or 50% of project costs, whichever is less. An eligible enterprise must be
engaged in one of the following activities: production agriculture, which is the production of farm commodities and includes agricultural,
horticultural, aquacultural, vegetable, fruit and floricultural products; livestock and meats; wool; hides; fur; poultry and eggs; dairy products;
nuts; mushrooms; honey products and forest products. For more detailed information about the First Industries Agricultural Programs including the
First Industries Loan Guaranty Program, contact John Wozniak at (570) 655-5581 ext. 242 or jwozniak@nepa-alliance.org.
 Get to Know NEPA - David
Nat Dave Nat has been providing services as a Business Finance Specialist
for 10 years to small businesses throughout our region. As a member of NEPA's Business Financing Center, Dave works hard to provide top-quality
financial advice and assistance to ensure the success of his clients. With Dave's business knowledge and customer service skills, he assists many
businesses with the application and approval process to receive low-interest loans to expand their operations, better serve their customers and
improve their business assets. To read more about Dave Nat, visit: http://www.nepa-alliance.org/Docs/Staff%20Bios/nat.htm.
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DID YOU KNOW?
According to the Pennsylvania State Data Center, per capita personal income in Pennsylvania
reached $33,257 in 2004 and ranked 18th nationally. This information was gathered from the January issue of the Survey of
Business, recently released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). Per capita personal income in the commonwealth has increased
$1,527 between 2003 and 2004, and by more than $5,000 since 1999.
Personal income in Pennsylvania totaled $435.4 billion in the 3rd quarter of 2005, 1.0
percent higher than the previous quarter ($431.2 billion) and 5.2 percent higher than the 3rd quarter of 2004 ($414 billion). However, the average
annual growth rate of personal income in Pennsylvania between 1994 and 2004 is better than just 5 other states. For more information, visit:
http://pasdc.hbg.psu.edu/pasdc/data_&_information/briefs/RB012006.pdf or contact Steve Zaricki at (570)655-5581 ext. 258 or szaricki@nepa-alliance.org.
INTERNATIONAL TRADE LEADS
Various Cables
An Iraqi engineering and trading
firm based in Baghdad is attempting to locate a source of cables for a tender issued by the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity. The following cables types
are needed:
- 18/30(36)kV Medium Voltage Unarmored Cable, 1x400mm2
- 12/20(24)kV Medium Voltage Armored Cable 3x150mm2
For additional information, contact Michael Horvath at (570) 655-5581 ext. 247 or mhorvath@nepa-alliance.org.
 GOVERNMENT
CONTRACT BID LEADS
Renovation of Three
Boilers and Installation of New Controls.
This project
includes: demolition of an existing coal boiler and replacement with a gas/oil water tube unit; installation of a aboveground storage tank system;
replacement of a 300 ton capacity coal bunker, elevator, conveying and distribution equipment, abatement of hazardous materials in the plant,
refurbishment of the combustion chamber and water tubes for two existing stoker/coal boilers. In addition, replacement of all associated
appurtenances (feed water, DA tank, controls, ID fans, ash handling, concrete repair, etc.) as necessary while maintaining continuous operations.
ESTIMATED RANGE: $5,000,000 TO $6,000,000. For additional information or to view other bid leads, visit: http://www.nepa-alliance.org/ptacbidleads.htm or contact Dave Kern at (570)
655-5581 ext. 260 or e-mail dkern@nepa-alliance.org.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MatchMaking:
Changing the Face of Business - March 7-8,
2006
Location: King of Prussia,
PA
Contact: Dave Kern at (570) 655-5581 ext. 260 or e-mail dkern@nepa-alliance.org.
The Orient Success Briefing Session - March 16, 2006
Location: State College, PA
Contact: Michael
Horvath at (570) 655-5581 ext. 247 or e-mail mhorvath@nepa-alliance.org.
Food & Hotel Korea 2006 -
March 21-23, 2006
Location: COEX,
Seoul, Korea
Contact: Michael Horvath at (570) 655-5581 ext. 247 or e-mail mhorvath@nepa-alliance.org.
Check out our Events Calendar for
future events!
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