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April 4-10 is National Library Week
National Library Week (April 4-10, 2021) is a time to celebrate our nation’s libraries and promote library use and support. This year’s theme is “Welcome to Your Library.” During the pandemic, libraries worked to meet their communities’ demands and changing…
State Police Release Updated Standards for Mobile Video Recording Systems
The Pennsylvania State Police have published their approved list of equipment standards for mobile video recording that may be used by law enforcement officers for the purpose of intercepting oral communication. Click here to read the standards and the comprehensive…
Townships Talk Transportation – Join Us for PSATS’ Transportation Town Hall!
Be sure to join us this Thursday, April 8, at 2:30 pm for a discussion on township transportation challenges and share your input and ideas on cost-saving opportunities, mandate relief requests, and future funding options for transportation. This input is critical to…
Township Winners in 2021 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence
On Friday, the state Department of Community and Economic Development recognized municipalities and local government officials for their dedication and commitment to strengthen their communities and better serve their residents. The following individual township supervisors were recognized: Kathy Rader, supervisor and PSATS Board…
PSATS Comments on Relaxation Orders
While good news that our state is slowing returning to normal, tour annual conference cancellation remains a solid decision for safety and to ensure member satisfaction with our annual gatherings. The new 25% capacity cap for indoor events would have…
Commonwealth Finally Issues Orders to Relax Mitigation Measures Easter Sunday
After announcing their proposal 3 weeks ago, Gov. Tom Wolf and Acting Secretary of Health Alison Beam have signed orders relaxing certain restriction on restaurants, gyms, salons, and entertainment venues effective on Easter Sunday, April 4 at 12:01 a.m. On…
Don’t Miss PSATS Transportation Town Hall on Thursday!
Be sure to join us next Thursday, April 8 at 2:30 pm for a discussion on township transportation challenges and share your input and ideas on cost saving opportunities, mandate relief requests, and future funding options for transportation. This input…
State Revenues Continue Above Projections
The Independent Fiscal Office and state Department of Revenue have released March 2021 revenue reports. State General Fund collections totaled $4.8 billion and were $284 million above the IFO’s revised estimates. The overage was the result of a higher than expected personal income tax, corporate net income tax, and inheritance…
PSATS Executive Director Talks Transportation on Lincoln Radio Journal
PSATS Executive Director Dave Sanko is one of the featured interviews this week on Lincoln Radio Journal, a weekly half-hour public affairs program on state-related issues heard on internet and 90 plus radio stations in Pennsylvania. Journal Chairman and CEO Lowman Henry,…
President Biden to Unveil $2 Trillion, 10-year Infrastructure Plan in PA
Today, in Pittsburgh, Biden is expected to unveil a $2 trillion, 10-year package that has something for everyone. Pledging 100% affordable internet for all, elimination of all lead pipes in drinking water systems, fixing the nation’s worst 10 economically impactful…
