If your municipality’s pension is managed by the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System (PMRS) and you have not received your 2019 statement, the state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) recommends that you omit all pension data in the Trust […]
PennDOT Seeking Input on 12-Year Program, Long-Range Transportation Plan
The state Department of Transportation is asking for township officials to share their feedback on its 12-Year Program, Long-Range Transportation Plan, and the Freight Movement Plan. These plans help PennDOT develop its funding and project priorities for the future. This year, […]
PA Unemployment Rate at 7.3% in January
The state Department of Labor and Industry has announced that Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate for January was 7.3%, a full point above the January national unemployment rate of 6.3%. Pennsylvania’s civilian labor force – the estimated number of residents working or looking for work – […]
DEP Announces Results of PFAS Sampling
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has provided results from recent public water system sampling for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Of the identified systems, 65% did not have detectable levels of PFAS. Of those with detectable PFAS, seven […]
2021 Virtual Conference Workshops Access – $99.00
2021 Virtual Conference Workshops Access – $99.00 Whether you are missing coming to Hershey for PSATS’ 2021 Annual Educational Conference or have not yet had the opportunity to attend the State Association’s Annual Educational Conference, PSATS has a great offer […]
Sanko Appointed to New Transportation Commission for Funding Options
Gov. Tom Wolf has created a commission to explore comprehensive funding recommendations for Pennsylvania’s road and bridge system. PSATS Executive Director David M. Sanko has been appointed to the commission to represent townships and local government. Wolf proposes phasing out […]
PUC Damage Prevention Committee Releases Agenda for Tuesday’s Meeting
The agenda for the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s Damage Prevention Committee is available for its March 16 meeting, which will be held virtually. The committee reviews alleged violations of the Pennsylvania One Call Law and determines the appropriate response, including warning letters, mandatory training, or fines. Click here to view the […]
Reminder: PA American Water Accepting Applications for Environmental Grants
Pennsylvania American Water is accepting applications for its 2021 Environmental Grant program until March 31. Funds are for innovative, community-based environmental projects that improve, restore, or protect watersheds, surface water, and groundwater supplies within the Pennsylvania American Water Service area. […]
Financial Aid Deserves Reporting Twice, but Only Spend Once!
Yesterday, President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package, known as the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, into law. As previously reported, $13.722 billion will be coming to Pennsylvania, including $936 million to be shared between townships, boroughs, […]
Highmark Accepting Grant Applications from EMS Agencies
Highmark is funding a $10 million grant program for Pennsylvania licensed emergency medical service agencies. The Pennsylvania EMS Provider Foundations is administering the grant funds, which must be used for the following: 1) equipment, including hardware and software, used to […]
