The Courier Express is reporting that new federal charges of conspiracy and federal program fraud have been filed against Herm Suplizio, the suspended manager of the City of DuBois, who is alleged to have stolen hundreds of thousands of public…
Protect Your Municipality from Cyberattacks with PSATS Cyber Advantage
Cyberattacks are on the rise, and local governments are not immune. In fact, municipalities are one of the most common targets for ransomware attacks. These attacks can cripple operations, steal sensitive data, and cost taxpayers a fortune. That’s why PSATS,…
5 Seats Left! Year-End Credits!
There are 5 seats left in the final PSATS Zoning Academy for 2023. It will be held December 5-6 at the PSATS Educational Center in Enola. Topics will cover all of the basics from A to Z: Terminology, ordinances. Enforcement,…
Today is Giving Tuesday
Today is Giving Tuesday, a day that represents the generosity of the season and making an investment in your local community. In years past, supporters like you have provided much-needed funds to grow educational programs and scholarship opportunities for the…
Still a Few Seats Left for Boot Camp
Election results are being certified with write-in votes finalized. If you have a newly elected supervisor, experienced ones or any staff who want a refresher, it’s not too late to sign up for one of PSATS 15 Boot Camps around…
Reminder: Pre-Scoping Forms for Green Light-Go Grants Due 12/15
PennDOT has announced that approximately $40 million will be available for the Green Light-Go: Municipal Signal Partnership Program to replace, synchronize, time, operate, and maintain traffic signals. To qualify to apply for funding, townships must complete and submit a Pre-Application Scoping Form to the…
Reminder: Alternative Fuels Grant Application Due 12/15
The state Department of Environmental Protection is accepting applications for the Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program. Townships and municipal authorities are eligible to apply for funding through December 15. Approximately $3 million in grant funding is available to support: …
Today is Final Day to Request PSATS Service Recognition Certificates
Today is the final day to submit requests for PSATS recognition certificates for township supervisors who are retiring or departing effective December 31, 2023, that you may want to recognize for their years of service to the township and your…
PA Unemployment Remains at Record Low
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remained steady at 3.4% in October, a record low (records date back to January 1976). The U.S. unemployment rate was up one-tenth of a percentage point to 3.9%. The commonwealth’s unemployment rate was 1 full percentage point below its October…
Celebrate Your Township’s Youth with the 2024 PSATS Youth Awards!
Do you know young people in your township who are doing great things? Recognize them with a PSATS Youth Award! PSATS’ 2024 Youth Awards recognizes youth groups that make valuable and lasting contributions to townships of the second class. All…
