April 17-21 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. This annual campaign is held at the start of the construction season to encourage safe driving through highway work zones and to encourage drivers to use extra caution in work zones. The…
Townships Encouraged to Approve America250PA Resolution
America250PA was formed to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States in 2026 and Pennsylvania’s leading role in commemorating this event. Join the celebration by approving a sample commemorative resolution at your upcoming meeting (should you choose). Click here for a…
Scoping Forms for Automated Red Light Enforcement Grants Due April 30
PennDOT will be accepting applications for the 2023 Automated Red Light Enforcement (ARLE) Funding Program from June 1 through June 30, 2023. Townships are eligible to apply for funding toward safety and mobility projects, including roadway safety, mobility, and capacity…
Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program Grants Available
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration is now accepting applications for funding via the Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program. This pilot program was created under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to protect motorists and wildlife by reducing the number of…
U.S. Postal Service Plans to Increase Rates in July
The U.S. Postal Service has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission of its plans to impose a 3-cent stamp increase on July 9 to offset inflation. A first-class stamp would increase from 63 to 66 cents, metered first class…
Townships, Officials Receive Governor’s Awards for Excellence
Yesterday, Lt. Governor Austin Davis, who Chairs the Governor’s Local Government Advisory Committee, opened the recognition ceremony for municipalities and local government officials commending them for their dedication and commitment to strengthen their communities and better serve their residents. “The…
DGS to Auction More Than 300 Vehicles on April 18
The state Department of General Services will auction more than 300 vehicles on Tuesday, April 18, at 10 a.m. at Manheim Keystone Pennsylvania, 488 Firehouse Road, Grantville. There will be a wide selection of vehicles used by state agencies. Preregistration…
EPA Proposes New Vehicle Emission Standards Effective 2027
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed the toughest federal vehicle emissions standards to date to force the transition to electric vehicles and reduce emissions. The first set of standards would impact light- and medium-duty vehicles and take effect in…
Inflation Slowed in March
U.S. consumer inflation eased in March, with less expensive gas and food providing some relief to households that have struggled under the weight of surging prices. Yet prices are still rising fast enough to keep the Federal Reserve on track…
April 15 Deadline to Advertise Township’s Audit Information
By April 15, townships must publish a legal advertisement containing concise financial information prepared or approved by the elected auditors or CPA, whichever completed the 2022 annual audit for your township. The notice must include total assets, total liabilities, and…
