The Luzerne/Schuylkill Workforce Investment Board received $3.5 million as part of the federal stimulus package – formally known as the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 (ARRA).
The money was earmarked to provide adult workforce training, training for displaced workers, and summer jobs for young people throughout Luzerne and Schuylkill counties. The WIB projected it will be able to serve 111 adults, 214 displaced workers and 480 youth with the federal stimulus funds. Program funds can be used over a two-year period.
Just since funding was received in May, the Workforce Investment Board has already provided summer jobs for more than 400 youths and training opportunities for more than 60 adults, some of whom are displaced workers.
Downloads:
Luzerne/Schuylkill ARRA Plan
Luzerne/Schuylkill ARRA Budget 2009
Luzerne/Schuylkill ARRA Expediture and Training Narrative
Luzerne/Schuylkill ARRA Expenditures through July 31, 2009
Luzerne/Schuylkill ARRA Training Breakdown though August 31, 2009
L/S WIB, Inc. - 9/10/2009 Board Meeting (PowerPoint Presentation)
