Pocono Mountain Economic Development Podcast
Listen to the most recent show and all previous recordings below on a variety of hot topics in Monroe County economic development.
Samantha Holbert from the Community Foundation of Monroe County
Samantha Holbert discusses how the Community Foundation of Monroe County connects donors with nonprofits, manages funds, and supports economic development.
Monroe County Historical Association Expansion Project
Amy Leiser discusses the $7.75M Heritage Center expansion at Monroe County Historical Association, featuring new exhibits, elevator, and community space.
Monroe County Property Reassessment Coming in 2025
Monroe County plans new property reassessment starting 2025. Commissioner Christie explains the $3.5M process, common level ratios, and appeal options.
Real Estate Challenges and Opportunities in the Poconos Region
This episode of the Pocono Mountain Economic Development podcast features a discussion with Nicole Murray from the Pocono Mountains Association of Realtors about the real estate market in the Poconos region.
Driving Economic Growth in the Poconos: LERTA and TIF Explained
Join PMEDC for a discussion about economic development tools being used in the Pocono Mountains, specifically LERTA (Local Economic Revitalization Tax Abatement) and TIF (Tax Increment Financing).
PMEDC talks with John Augustine of Penn’s Northeast
PMEDC talks with John Augustine of Penn’s Northeast on Regional Economic Development Marketing.
PMEDC talks with Monroe County Commissioner David Parker
PMEDC talks with Monroe County Commissioner David Parker about the upcoming America 250 events planned for Monroe County.
Pocono Mountain Economic Development Corporation Shares 2024 Highlights
The Pocono Mountain Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC) discusses their key initiatives and accomplishments from 2024, including the state’s new economic development strategy, infrastructure investments, business expansions, and more.
What is New in PA Economic Development?
PMEDC and host Pat Lincoln chat about what is new in PA economic development and what we are doing in Monroe County
Meet Kurt Bauman and Tyler Day from NEPA Alliance
PMEDC and Pat Lincoln chat with Kurt Bauman and Tyler Day from NEPA Alliance. Find out what NEPA Aliance does and what the Tobyhanna Defense Technology Partnership is all about!
Meet Christine Meinhart-Fritz, Director of the Monroe County Planning Commission
Christine Meinhart-Fritz, Director of the Monroe County Planning Commission, joins PMEDC to discuss how development coexists with preserving the environment and pristine water in Monroe County, PA
Meet Debbie Harrison, Administrator at PA CareerLink-Monroe County
Host Pat Lincoln and PMEDC staff hear from Debbie Harrison, Administrator at PA CareerLink-Monroe County, about their services and upcoming CareerQuest event.