After 36 years, the City of Aliquippa in Beaver County is no longer considered distressed under Act 47. The state Department of Community and Economic Development announced on Friday that it has terminated Aliquippa’s distressed status due to its effective use of the…
The Independent Fiscal Office and State Department of Revenue have released the revenue reports for November. The state collected $3.06 billion in General Fund revenues for November, 2.6% above the IFO’s official estimate. Corporate net income tax revenues were 59.5% higher than estimated, while…
As the holiday season approaches, it’s crucial to ensure your community is prepared for any potential emergencies that may arise. Join us for an informative virtual discussion on December 15 with seasoned local emergency management veterans, where they’ll share their…
Has your township completed an interesting historic preservation project? Tell the Pa. Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) about it and you may win a Community Initiative Award. The deadline for submitting your story is December 31, 2023. The awards recognize municipalities,…
Attention township officials and staff! PSATS is currently accepting entries for its 2024 awards programs. The deadline for the following four awards programs is January 31: • President’s Leadership Award • Citizen Communication Awards • Youth Awards • Excellence in…
The Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) for transportation related safety and technical training has a few vacancies. If you are a roadmaster or have road, bridge or transportation systems experience or advice to share with PennDot, you may be eligible…
Township officials can remind older adults and people with disabilities that they have until December 31 to apply for rebates on property taxes and rent paid in 2023. The rebates are available through the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, which benefits…
The December 2023 edition of the Township News includes information to help townships establish an online presence with an effective website, as well as prepare for the annual organization meeting and the annual audit. PSATS is also gearing up for…
At PSATS we are excited to embark on the 2023/2024 PSATS Boot Camp for Township Officials and Staff, which is a three-part series that begins in December. As we gear up to get new PSATS members ready for their roles,…
The Pa. Public Utility Commission released a notice yesterday that most electric utilities will adjust electric generation prices charged to non-shopping customers effective Decembers 1. These changes are for the generation and supply charge for energy and is the utility’s…
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