The Office of the Budget recently announced several changes to its Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) application process, including a redesigned website, application process, and acceptance of all project materials through the Electronic Single Application system. RACP grants provide funding…
Governor Orders Flags Lowered for Terror Attacks in Israel
Gov. Josh Shapiro ordered U.S. and commonwealth flags at all commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds to immediately fly at half-staff through Friday, October 13, 2023, in recognition of the lives lost in Israel due to the terrorist activities. Townships…
Corps Water Infrastructure Financing Available for Dam Safety Projects
The United States Army Corps of Engineers has announced the availability of the $7.5 billion Corps Water Infrastructure Financing Program (CWIFP). This program will provide long-term, low-cost credit assistance toward safety projects to maintain, upgrade, and repair non-federally owned dams…
Does Your Township Have a Historic Barn in Need of Repair?
The Historic Barn and Farm Foundation of Pennsylvania (HBFF) has funding available for a matching grant program to encourage maintenance and repair of historic barns and outbuildings throughout Pennsylvania. Barn owners who are Pennsylvania residents and current HBFF members are eligible…
Historical Roadside Marker Grants
The Hometown Heritage grant program commemorates historically significant people, places, things, or events with historical roadside markers. This nationwide program seeks to capture local history, especially for those subjects which may not qualify for the state marker program. Markers must…
Suspended City Manager Faces New Charges
Spotlight PA and LNP reported that last week the Office of Attorney General added new counts to those filed earlier this year against Herm Suplizio, the suspended manager of the City of DuBois, who is alleged to have stolen hundreds…
Fire Prevention Week Runs October 8-14
State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook is urging Pennsylvanians to take part in this year’s Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14, by learning about the importance of fire safety education. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Cooking Safety Starts with You: Pay Attention…
L&I Advisory on Industrialized Buildings and Building Components Inspections
The state Department of Labor & Industry recently released an advisory on Industrialized Buildings and Building Components. Townships that have opted in to administer and enforce the Uniform Construction Code should be aware of responsibilities of their code officials to…
Townships Receive Park and Recreation Grants
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced the award of $52.5 million for more than 225 recreation and conservation projects across Pennsylvania that will help create new recreational opportunities, conserve natural resources, and help revitalize local communities. Congratulations to the dozens of townships…
Vaccination Cards No More
It’s the end of an era for a once-critical pandemic document: The ubiquitous white COVID-19 vaccination cards are being phased out. Now that COVID-19 vaccines are not being distributed by the federal government, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has…
