PSATS continues to hear of increased numbers of Right-to-Know Law requests. As a reminder, there are tools available under current law that can help address certain types of requests. First, townships can have a policy to only accept requests on…
Don’t Miss the April 2025 Digital Township News!
The April 2025 digital edition of the Township News is available now! In this issue’s cover story, read about how townships are embracing digital tools and new technology to keep residents informed and reach them where they are. Additional articles in the edition:…
PUC Alert: Utility Calls Spoofing PUC Phone Number
Township officials should share with their residents that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has issued a consumer alert warning about a scam involving telephone calls that falsely claim to be from the PUC and spoofing the Commission’s phone number…
46 Years Ago Today and A Rebirth in the Making
While most people were still asleep just before 4 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 1979 — 46 years ago today — a malfunctioning valve set off what would become the most serious accident in U.S. commercial nuclear power plant history. The incident…
Reminder: Municipal Reports Due Next Week
Townships have many reports due each year, and several of these reports are due in the coming weeks. Several of these reports are required to receive revenue from these programs:
All Townships Must File ARPA (SLFRF) Report in April to KEEP Federal Funds
U.S. Treasury recently sent a notice to townships that received American Rescue Plan Act Funds (also referred to as SLFRF) to serve as a reminder of the upcoming annual 2025 Project and Expenditure Report. To reiterate, townships should have made final obligations…
Special Election Results for Allegheny, Lancaster County Seats
In a victory for local governance, voters in the 36th Senate District in Lancaster County narrowly elected East Petersburg Mayor James Malone to fill a vacant state senate seat. Malone defeated Republican Lancaster County Commissioner Josh Parsons. The Senate is…
Special Election Today for Voters in Parts of Allegheny, Lancaster Counties
Voters in the 36th Senate District in Lancaster County and the 35th Legislative District in Allegheny County will vote to fill two vacancies in the state legislature. The Senate holds a 27-22 Republican majority, while the House is evenly split…
Don’t miss out on the 2025 PSATS Educational Conference and Exhibit Show, happening May 4-7 at the Hershey Lodge!
Center for Public Policy. Dave tells them the Conference is the premier event for township and municipal officials in Pennsylvania, offering unparalleled educational opportunities. Plus, it features the largest municipal exhibit show in the state. Click here to watch. Register now or…
Reminder: DCNR Grants for Parks & Recreation Due 4/2
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is accepting applications for Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) grants for projects related to parks, recreation, and conservation until April 2. These grants include: • Planning, acquisition, and development of public parks; • Recreation areas; •…
