Luzerne County Community College (LCCC) is taking significant steps to foster connections with the community through a proposed discount program for county government workers. This initiative aims to make furthering education more accessible while also supporting local employees.

During a recent council work session, County Manager Romilda Crocamo presented the proposal as a strategic move to help attract and retain talent within the county workforce. The idea centers around a collaborative funding model: both LCCC and Luzerne County would cover 25% of the costs for each course, while employees would pay the remaining 50%, along with any additional materials and fees required for their classes.

According to College Vice President of Finance Erin Herman, this partnership could save employees a significant amount. An average three-credit class would typically cost around $225, meaning that under the proposal, each employee would be responsible for about $112.50 after the contributions from both LCCC and the county.

This discount program is just one of the ways LCCC is working to connect with the community, recognizing the importance of education in workforce development. By making courses more affordable for county employees, the college not only positions itself as a valuable resource for professional growth but also strengthens the overall community by investing in its local workforce.