Gov. Tom Wolf has announced that $602,306 in grants have been awarded to 109 fire companies in rural areas and communities with a population of less than 10,000. The funding may be used for training and equipment purchases directly related…
Biden Extends FEMA Reimbursement for COVID-19 Expenses
President Joe Biden has signed a presidential memorandum directing the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency to extend the 100% federal cost-share for eligible Category B Emergency Protective Measures incurred by local governments for the COVID-19 pandemic until December 31, 2021….
PEMA Issues Statewide Flood Alert for Today
Rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts are possible between now and Thursday morning from the remnants of Tropical Depression Fred. While rounds of rain will be widespread, some areas may see heavy downpours, which could…
FCC Releases New Broadband Coverage Map
The FCC published a brand-new map showing mobile coverage and availability data in the U.S. from the country’s largest wireless providers. According to the agency, this is the first public map showing updated mobile coverage released by the FCC and…
Today Is “Final” Final Day to Submit Application for ARP Funds
Today is the final day that the state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will accept completed applications for American Rescue Plan funds. After today, the State Treasurer and DCED will reallocate the remaining dollars that were not applied…
Remember to Complete PSATS’ Salary Survey Plus Today!
Log onto psats.org and look under “My PSATS” for “Salary Survey Plus.”
IFO Releases Brief on Property Tax Burden by County
The Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) has released a research brief on the Property Tax Burden by County. The brief analyzes federal income data against the county, school district, and municipal tax burden in each county to make this comparison. Click…
Don’t Forget to Participate in PSATS’ Salary Survey!
PSATS’ Salary Survey Plus provides valuable data annually on township employee wages and benefits across the state. Participating townships have full access to online reports to compare employee wages and benefits by budget size, population, union status, county, and much more! However, PSATS can’t produce this quality product without your help. Be sure your designated…
Voting Delegates Must Register for PSATS Business Meeting
After 2 cancelled PSATS Conferences, there is plenty of official business to get done. There are over 75 resolutions to be considered, a few By-Law changes to modernize post-pandemic procedures, and elections to be held. All business meeting material will…
Natural Gas Firefighting Grants Available
State Fire Commissioner Bruce Trego has announced that grant applications are being accepted from fire companies and emergency medical services in the 40 counties where unconventional gas wells are located or counties that directly border these counties. The grant is…
