Data entry is getting very close to allow for releasing wage and benefit results from the 2023 PSATS Salary Survey Plus. However, we need a few more participants to ensure that the results are truly valuable to our members. Please…
DEP Accepting Applications for Clean-Diesel Grants
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the availability of $3.6 million in funding through the Pennsylvania State Clean Diesel Grants under the Driving PA Forward Program. Townships and municipal authorities that operate diesel-powered fleets are eligible to apply…
Townships Can Provide Input on Broadband Grant Applications
The first round of applications for federal broadband funds have been submitted to the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority. The Authority is now providing local governments with the opportunity to provide input on applications for projects in their community or to…
Townships Receive Multimodal Grants, New Round Opens Soon
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced funding for 58 transportation projects in 37 counties using $49.6 million in Multimodal Transportation Fund grants. These grants are intended to ensure a safe and reliable system of transportation for all Pennsylvanians. Several projects will help…
Statewide Drought Watch Lifted for 47 Counties
The state Department of Environmental Protection announced that it is lifting a statewide drought watch for 47 counties. The drought watch will remain in place for 20 counties. The drought watch remains in place for the following counties: Adams, Berks,…
DCNR Schedules Virtual Grant Workshop for Recreation & Conservation Projects
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will host its 2023 Statewide Annual Virtual Grant Workshop for Recreation & Conservation Projects on November 16 at 9 am. This free, virtual workshop will help applicants develop project ideas and prepare to submit a grant…
PennDOT Provides Municipal EV Charging Infrastructure Resource
A resource is available from the state Department of Transportation to help municipalities plan for and implement electric vehicle charging infrastructure for access by the public. It provides experiences from several local governments that are advancing EV charging in their…
Reminder: PSATS Accepting RFPs for 2024 Conference Workshops Until 9/11
PSATS is accepting proposals for workshop presentations for the 2024 Educational Conference & Exhibit Show, which will be held on April 14-17, 2024, at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania (workshops are April 15-16). Workshops will be held on a…
Newly Revised Federal Form I-9 Now in Effect
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration services has published a new version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, which is now in effect. The new form is condensed and is a fillable form and reduces instructions. The new form provides options for…
Office of Open Records Training Available on RTKL, Sunshine Law
The Office of Open Records has scheduled a free training series on the Sunshine Act and Right-to-Know Law over the coming weeks. Tomorrow at 10 a.m., the Office will host a “Basics of the Sunshine Act” webinar. The presentation slides are available…
