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 […]
Eight Counties Added to Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Zone
The state Department of Agriculture has added eight counties to Pennsylvania’s spotted lanternfly quarantine zone ahead of the 2021 spring hatch. With this addition, the quarantine zone for this invasive pest is now at 34 counties. Native to Asia, the spotted lanternfly […]
Good News! Deadline Extended for Awards Programs
With the cancellation of PSATS’ Annual Conference, we have extended the deadlines for two of our award programs. This will give townships more time to submit their intergovernmental cooperation projects and encourage youth organizations to submit their community service activities […]
Reminder: DCNR Grant Funding Available for ATV, Snowmobile Trails
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Bureau of Recreation and Conservation is accepting grant applications for projects proposing land acquisition, planning, development, rehabilitation, maintenance, equipment purchase, or educational programs for ATV or snowmobile trails and facilities. Applications are […]
U.S. Unemployment Level Holds Steady
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has announced that the U.S. unemployment level held steady in February at 6.2%. Notable job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, with most of the increase in food services and drinking places. Click here for more.
