Congratulations to four PSATS member townships that received National Pennsylvania Day Mini Grants from America250PA in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, EQT, and PennDOT. The townships were among 10 winners that received grants totaling more than $30,000 to support projects…
As Pennsylvania observes National Electrical Safety Month, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is issuing an urgent call for public vigilance around downed power lines and storm-related electrical hazards, following a series of tragic fatalities in recent weeks. Severe storms that swept across Pennsylvania in…
Did you know you can access Salary Survey results earlier than ever? Thanks to township input, we have streamlined data entry in the PSATS Salary Survey Plus tool and participating townships can access results now. If you participated last year,…
FEMA is now accepting applications for two FY2024 grant programs aimed at improving firefighter recruitment and safety through July 3, 2025. Townships are encouraged to share the following information with their local fire chiefs: For more information, call 866-274-0960 or email firegrants@fema.dhs.gov.
The Pa. Public Utility Commission released a notice that most electric utilities will increase electric generation prices charged to non-shopping customers effective June 1. Customers may choose to reduce electric bills by shopping for lower rates and implementing energy conservation measures during…
Join PSATS on Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30-9:00 PM for a virtual class, “Introduction to Collaboration in Public Safety.” Led by PSATS’ Public Safety Specialist, Jerry Ozog, this session will equip participants with best practices for effective teamwork with public safety partners, ensuring robust community…
This week, the Commonwealth Financing Authority approved projects for more than $25 million in Local Share Account proposals in Luzerne, Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe Counties, as well as counties contiguous to Monroe. (Note: these are not the statewide LSA grants.) Projects included road…
Learn how to strengthen public safety in your community. PSATS is hosting a virtual “Introduction to Collaboration in Public Safety” class next Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30-9:00 PM. Jerry Ozog, PSATS’ Public Safety Specialist, will share best practices for working…
DCED is accepting applications for Act 13 programs until May 31, 2025. Several grant programs are funded by impact fees from natural gas wells under Act 13 of 2012: For more information, click on the grant program links above or contact DCED at (717)…
Join us at the Secretary/Manager Summit for a dynamic two-day event that will help expand your knowledge. Connect with colleagues, gain vital information, and enhance your skills across a range of critical topics: • Financial Security & Accountability• Effective Meeting…
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