The Commonwealth has determined that prevailing wage must be paid for any broadband expansion using state or federal dollars as these projects meet the definition of “public work” in the Prevailing Wage Act. The good news is that federal dollars…
Questions Surround Pause of Federal Grants, Loans
Questions continue to surround the Office of Management and Budget’s pause on disbursement of billions in federal grants and loans. Reports indicate that the OMB has pulled back the original memo, but that the review to ensure that the spending…
Townships Receive Act 13, Gaming Grants
The state Department of Community and Economic Development announced approval of 148 new projects by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for $16 million in grants and loans. These projects will be funded through Act 13 natural gas fees and include water…
Federal Grants, Loans Pause Delayed Until Monday
A federal district judge delayed implementation of the Office of Management and Budget’s pause on disbursement of billions in federal grants and loans. The pause is to ensure that the spending is consistent with the Trump Administration priorities. The delay…
Ready to Elevate Your Township Leadership Skills? Join PSATS’ 1-Day Mini Boot Camps!
Are you newly appointed since January 2024, recently elected, or simply in need of a refresher? Our one-day Mini Boot Camps are designed just for you! This streamlined version of our popular 2½-day Boot Camp for Township Officials will provide you with essential…
Final Days to Apply!
There are only a few days left to apply for PSATS Scholarships or Excellence Awards, all of which will be presented at the Hershey Conference in May. Applications for presidents Leadership awards, Intergovernmental Cooperation Award, Road and Bridge Awards, Youth…
Annual Fire and EMS Grant Informational Webinar
The Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner we will conduct a webinar tomorrow, January 28 about the annual Fire Company and EMS Grant, including how grant amounts are determined, improvements to the grant process, and an overview of the grant calendar to…
All Municipalities in Monroe County Plan to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
Every municipality in Monroe County has officially passed an America250PA to celebrate 250 years of American history! Congratulations to all the townships in Monroe County for inspiring others to join the movement! America250PA was formed to celebrate the 250th birthday…
PENNVEST Announces Awards for Water Grants, Loans
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) announced grant and loan awards of $288.2 million for 39 drinking water, wastewater, and non-point source projects across 24 counties. The projects include replacing lead service lines, rehabilitating aging systems, upgrading service capabilities, extending…
100 Days to Conference: Don’t Miss Out!
Have you registered for the annual PSATS Education Conference and Exhibit Show? Attendees, both Members and guests consistently find it valuable and rewarding. This year’s conference, scheduled for May 4 to 7, promises even more excitement with new workshops, dynamic speakers, and engaging…
