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PUC Approves Changes to Act 12 Notices, Process
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved revised guidelines and procedures by motion designed to increase public involvement and provide a consistent process for reviewing and evaluating the acquisition of municipal or authority-owned water and wastewater systems under Act 12 of…
Show Your Pride…Fly “Old Glory” Today!
On June 14, 1777, Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes Flag resulting in today’s Flag Day Celebration. The American flag’s colors hold deep significance: red for valor and bravery, honoring the sacrifices of defenders of freedom; white for purity and…
Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training Available
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing Service is accepting applications for the Community Facilities Technical Assistance & Training Grant program to identify and plan for community facility needs, and from there, identify resources to finance facility needs. Funds may…
Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE)
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is now accepting applications for the preservation and revitalization of manufactured housing through Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) grants. Townships are eligible to apply through July 10 for two…
US Dept of Labor New Federal Overtime Rule
Currently, employees earning less than $684 per week or $35,568 per year must be paid overtime if they work more than 40 hours per week, regardless of job duties. Beginning July 1, federal regulations will require overtime to be paid to all workers earning…
Inflation Remains Steady, Fed Not Cutting Rates
The Consumer Price Index held steady in May after increasing 0.3% in April, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months, the-all items index increased 3.3% before seasonal adjustment, down slightly from the 3.4% increase for the 12 months ending in…
Energy Efficiency Grants Available
The U.S. Department of Energy announced the availability of nearly $300 million in funding dedicated for local governments under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. Townships are eligible to apply through October 31, 2024, for projects to reduce energy use, reduce…
Reminder: CFA Grant Applications for Multimodal Transportation Fund Due July 31
The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) is accepting grant applications for its Multimodal Transportation Fund. Townships are eligible to apply until July 31 through DCED’s online single application for assistance. Please note this opportunity is separate from PennDOT’s Multimodal Program. Townships…
Grant Applications for Alternative-Fuel Vehicles, Retrofits Due June 28
DEP is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants (AFIG) program. Townships and municipal authorities are eligible to apply for funding to transition to cleaner fuel transportation (electric or natural gas). The program has $5 million in grant…
Do you want to see your township in the 2025 PSATS Calendar?
What makes you proud to call your township home? PSATS wants photos of what makes your township stand out for our 2025 calendar. From extraordinary local places to wonderful parks, this is your chance to show off your township’s best…
