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CDC Strengthens COVID-19 Booster Recommendation, Expands to 16-and-17-year-olds
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky stated, “Today, CDC is strengthening its booster recommendations and encouraging everyone 16 and older to receive a booster shot.” She noted that initial data suggests that boosters should strengthen…
Reminder: 2022 and 2023 Organization Meeting Dates
Townships’ 2022 organization meeting date will be Monday, January 3, 2022 since the legal holiday for New Year’s will be December 31, 2021. The Second Class Township Code requires the supervisors’ organization meeting to be held on the first Monday in January unless the first Monday is a legal…
Delaware River Basin Commission Accepting Comments on Impact of Hydraulic Fracturing
The Delaware River Basin Commission will hold a series of public hearings beginning today and accept written comments until February 28, 2022, on a proposal to amend its current regulations concerning water imported into the Delaware River Basin and prohibit…
State Police Offer Law Enforcement Training to Teens
To encourage young people to consider a career in law enforcement, the Pennsylvania State Police are offering a free 15-week program at the PSP Academy for teens ages 15 to 18 who are considering a career in law enforcement. Students…
Inflation Expected to Continue
The Independent Fiscal Office’s Monthly Economic Update features an article on inflation and the expectation that it will continue due to strong consumer demand and increased cash savings through the spring. Click here for more information.
Reminder: Nominate a Project for Local Government Excellence Awards
PSATS is urging townships to consider nominating a project for the 2022 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence. These awards recognize townships and officials who have found creative ways to improve their communities. The deadline for nominations is January 3,…
PA is one of 6 States with Snow Plow Driver Problems
As snow looms in the forecast this week, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has been trying to fill hundreds of snow plow driver positions across the state to prepare for the upcoming winter weather. In a “robbing Peter to pay…
Sunoco Required to Restore Lake at Marsh Creek State Park
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has reached a settlement with Sunoco Pipeline, L.P., requiring the company to dredge a section of the 535-acre lake at Marsh Creek State Park in Chester County and pay $4 million for…
More Variants Bring More Numbers
53,249 new cases of COVID-19 were reported last week, an increase of 34% after two weeks of decreasing cases. The statewide COVID-19 total case count now stands at 1,779,151. The commonwealth dropped from 8th to 16th in cases per 100,000 nationally,…
Reminder: Assistance to Firefighters Grant Applications Due December 17
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is accepting applications for the 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program until December 17. The AFG provides critically needed resources that equip and train emergency personnel to recognize standards, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support…
