Member News ~ November 21, 2024
Member Offers Help on Federal Judge's ruling on Salary threshold for Exempt Positions
It was announced that a federal judge halted the salary threshold changes for Exempt positions that were approved earlier this year. Interestingly the ruling not only blocks the change to $1128/week planned for 1/1/25, it also blocks the increases that took effect in July, and is blocking the planned 3-year escalator policy that was to occur.
What does this mean for you?
- There may need to be a wait and see approach, while still planning for several “what if” scenarios to be prepared when any final determination is made.
- It is expected that the DOL will appeal this decision and if the courts act quickly; there is a chance the appeal will be overturned, and employers will need to comply with the original ruling.
- If the appeals are delayed and any decision comes after the January 20, 2025 inauguration, the new administration may take a different approach. What that might be is a little early to tell.
Regardless of what happens, employers should be taking the time to assess their current situation, communication that may be needed for employees in the interim, and potential approaches to take. Contact Welch Performance Consulting at tina.welch@wpchr.com or go to https://wpchr.com/ if you are interested in learning more.
MC Federal Supports Local Women’s Center
MC FCU hosted a clothing, hygiene item, and nonperishable food
drive to support The Women's Center, Inc. of Columbia and Montour Counties. Learn more.
RABBITTRANSIT's Stop Hopper Service Expanded to Berwick
rabbittransit's on-demand Stop Hopper service is now available in Berwick Borough, by popular request! Stop Hopper enables residents to schedule rides on smaller, neighborhood friendly-sized public transit vehicles using a smartphone app. It's just $2 per ride within the Bloomsburg-Berwick service zone, and registered seniors 65+ ride FREE. To learn more, visit www.ridethestophopper.org or call 1-800-632-9063.
McKonly & Asbury Named #1 Best Accounting Firm for Young Accountants in 2024
McKonly & Asbury, a leading Mid-Atlantic accounting and business advisory services firm, is proud to announce it has been recognized as the #1 Best Accounting Firm to Work for Young Accountants in 2024 by Accounting Today and Best Companies Group. Learn more.
November ReadyPA Newsletter out now
Learning To Live Beloved Ministries to hold Gala January 11th
Learning to Live Beloved Ministries will be holding its First Annual Well House Gala on January 11th at the Pine Barn. Learn more.
Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble Announces "A Christmas Carol" Cast
BTE proudly presents the cast for its upcoming production of A Christmas Carol, running from November 29 through December 28. Three actors play every character in this new adaptation written and directed by BTE resident actor Amy Rene Byrne. The six-member cast is divided into teams that will rotate performances. Learn more.
United Way Selected to Oversee Distribution of Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Funds to Local Agencies
Susquehanna Valley United Way (SVUW) has been chosen to oversee the distribution of $100,013 in federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program. Learn more.
2024-2025 PDA Senior Community Center Grant Application Open
The Pennsylvania Department of Aging has opened the Senior Community Center Grant Program for the 2024-25 year. All applications and application materials for the competitive grant funding must be received electronically through the Electronic Single Application (ESA) system from eligible AAA-affiliated SCCs no later than 5 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 13. Additional information, including the application submission instructions, can be found here.
Bloomsburg Children's Museum Announce December Programs
Get full list of programs and events here.
PPL Rate to Compare Changes December 1
PPL Electric Utilities’ Price to Compare (PTC), or default rate, will change on Dec. 1, 2024. The new PTC for residential customers will be 10.771¢/kWh for residential customers and 10.446¢/kWh for small business customers. Learn more.
Wilkes SBDC dedicates new Incubator Space
On Thursday, November 14, the Wilkes University SBDC and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern PA dedicated our small business incubator at the Bloomsburg Innovation Center. The incubator is designed to support the growth of emerging businesses and entrepreneurs in our community by offering modern, flexible office spaces and shared resources like high-speed internet, conference rooms, and office equipment. Congratulations to Dorothy Lane and the Staff of the Wilkes SBDC.
America250PA Launches First Round of Semiquincentennial Grants
America250PA is now accepting applications for the first round of semiquincentennial grants to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America. For additional information about how to apply, including a schedule of virtual office hours to answer questions about the program, click here.
Coming Up at the Weis Center
Santa, Ghosts, and Free Books at 36th Annual Treefest November 29 - December 1 and December 6 - 8
TreeFest ushers in the holiday season with new and returning special events at the Caldwell Consistory, starting November 29th. Learn more.
IMC hosting AI to Support HR webinar December 5th
Join the IMC for a free one-hour webinar where an internationally renowned HR expert shares how AI can elevate your HR operations. From streamlining recruitment to crafting personalized employee development plans, this session will give you the tools to future-proof your HR strategy. Learn more and register here.
LCBC hosting Night to Shine
On Friday, February 7, 2025, LCBC will once again partner with the Tim Tebow Foundation to host Night to Shine, an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs. Night to Shine is a worldwide movement that will include special needs proms in 50 states and 7 countries. This is LCBC’s 10th year hosting this unforgettable night in NEPA. Learn more here.
Happy Holidays in the Town of Bloomsburg
The Town of Bloomsburg meters on Main Street from East Street to Jefferson Street will be bagged starting November 29 through January 5th. Free parking in the municipal parking lots and metered side streets will start on December 14 and run through January 5th. Meters on E. 2nd St. are excluded.
Coming up at Arts in Bloom
Luzerne County Community College's Spring Semester Class schedule now available
Luzerne County Community College’s Berwick campus is accepting registrations for their spring semester. Classes are available in a wide ranges of subjects including interpersonal communications, advanced composition, and Basic EMT. For a full class list and to get dates/times for classes check out their course catalog at https://www.luzerne.edu/cl/index.jsp
Servpro of Columbia, Montour & Sullivan Counties offering CE classes
5 CE classes will be offered by Servpro of Columbia, Montour & Sullivan Counties. Get the full schedule.
Save the Date - DCDC's Dueling Piano's Coming back April 2025!
Please stay tuned for details on how you can be a part of this great event!