The Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) approved the creation of new police academies at Bucks County Community College and Luzerne County Community College. “The creation of these new academies will generate additional opportunities for qualified individuals in…
PSATS is excited to welcome public works professionals from across Pennsylvania to the inaugural Public Works Expo, happening December 15-16, 2025, at Kalahari Resort in the Poconos. This hands-on event is designed for roadmasters, public works directors, supervisors, managers, and municipal…
The Office of the Budget is accepting applications for the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) until September 23, 2025. RACP grants are for the acquisition and construction of regional economic, cultural, civic, recreational, and historic improvement projects. These projects, requiring a 50% match, must…
The Office of Auditor General has released the 2025 Pension State Aid Unit Values. The adjusted unit value for 2025 is $6,285.7665 and the revised unit value is $6,665.6690. State aid will be transferred via ACH payment to municipalities on…
DEP has $23 million in funding from the Driving PA Forward Pennsylvania Freight Innovations in Transportation (PA-FIT) Grant Program for projects that will replace or retrofit fleet diesel-powered highway and nonroad vehicles, engines, and equipment. Townships and municipal authorities are eligible to…
The state Liquor Control Board is releasing more than $2.4 million in licensing fees to 1,357 municipalities in which the licensees are located. Host municipalities will receive payments ranging from $55 to $383,525 (Pittsburgh). Click here for the press release. Click here for a list of…
The Office of Auditor General has released the 2025 Pension State Aid Unit Values. The adjusted unit value for 2025 is $6,285.7665 and the revised unit value is $6,665.6690. State aid will be transferred via ACH payment to municipalities on…
DEP’s Interstate Water Resources Management Division is accepting applications for the Federal FY2026 Coastal Zone Grants. Townships located within the Delaware Estuary Coastal Zone or the Lake Erie Coastal Zone boundaries are eligible to apply through October 14, 2025. Funding can…
On this Patriot Day, PSATS honors the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001, whether in New York City, Arlington, Virginia, or Shanksville, Somerset County, and the courage of the first responders who risked everything to protect others. As we…
It is with deep sadness that PSATS announces the passing of Elam Herr, former Deputy Executive Director and Legislative Director. Elam passed away September 2 following a courageous 20-month battle with brain cancer. A dedicated public servant, Elam devoted more…
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