The February 2026 digital edition of the award-winning Township News is available now! The February cover story provides strategies for keeping public meetings on track despite today’s volatile political climate. Constructive, cordial meetings begin with understanding the role of the…
Township officials told us what they needed. Beyond the Code 2.0 delivers. This updated edition of PSATS’ essential guide reflects changes in the law, expanded explanations of township governance, and additional practical tools for real-world use. New in 2.0: Pre-order…
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting applications for the All-Terrain Vehicle and Snowmobile Program‘s spring grant round. Townships are eligible to apply through March 31, 2026. There is no match requirement for this funding! Eligible projects include…
The Pennsylvania Independent Fiscal Office presented a mid-year state revenue update with economic forecast ahead of Gov. Shapiro’s 2026-2027 budget address on Tuesday. The presentation looks at the impact of tariffs and found minimal impact on consumers. Only 20% of these costs were added to retail prices, with…
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is encouraging Pennsylvanians to test their homes for radon during Radon Action Month, bringing public awareness to a very serious health hazard. “Radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer after smoking in the United States, and…
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced $1.4 million in grant awards to expand and improve all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails and facilities in Pennsylvania. “These grants expand safe, high-quality ATV opportunities and help support outdoor recreation and its role in…
The state Department of Environmental Protection announced that it reviewed and acted on more than 40,000 permit applications in 2025, eliminating a longstanding permit application backlog. DEP launched its Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program in 2025, which was created by the 2024-2025 state budget package. DEP Secretary Jessica…
On Thursday, January 29 at 7 p.m. PSATS will offer a webinar that will answer questions about how to regulate and/or manage solar development in your community. This webinar will discuss the free resources that PSATS has available to municipal officials around the state, including ordinance…
The state Department of Health and Pennsylvania Downtown Center’s initiative, WalkWorks, is accepting applications for grants and technical assistance to develop Active Transportation Plans. For the purpose of this program, active transportation includes walking, biking, using a wheelchair, and accessing public transit. Townships are eligible to…
Last week, the state Department of Environmental Protection announced grant awards of more than $17 million for 89 projects across Pennsylvania that will restore streams, improve fish and wildlife habitat, and reclaim mine lands. The grants are part of the Growing Greener program, Pennsylvania’s largest…
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