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PSATS Hosting Free Utility-Scale Solar Seminars
Join PSATS at one of its upcoming free seminars on utility-scale solar development in Pennsylvania. These educational seminars, which do not advocate for or against solar development, cover current trends and solar ordinances and a virtual tour of a solar…
Reminder: DCNR ATV and Snowmobile Grants Applications Due September 29
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is accepting applications for the All-Terrain Vehicle and Snowmobile Program‘s fall grant round until September 29. Townships are eligible to apply. Grant funds can be used towards projects proposing land acquisition, planning,…
Environmental Justice Mapping Tool
Starting September 16, townships can use the new PennEnviroScreen mapping tool to help determine if state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) permitting projects are located within a defined environmental justice area. These areas are characterized by increased pollution burden and…
PSATS Welcomes Harry Krot
PSATS welcomes Harry Krot to our staff today as Trust Membership/Promotion Manager. Harry joins us from his most recent position as Deputy Executive Director of the PA Municipal League where he oversaw membership and education. An Army veteran, he also…
Legislative Agency Conducting Survey on Property Maintenance Code Enforcement
The Pennsylvania Local Government Commission, a legislative agency, is studying municipal property maintenance code enforcement on behalf of the Statewide Blight Reform Task Force. There is growing concern over the impact of blight on our communities and code enforcement is…
Reminder: Applications for Federal Transportation Grants Due 9/28
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is accepting applications for its Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) and Neighborhood Access and Equity (NAE) Programs until September 28. Up to $3.16 billion is available for planning and construction projects. Townships are eligible to apply.…
PSATS Virtual Budgeting Class Tomorrow
As townships head into budget season, don’t miss your chance to get some last-minute budgeting tips. Join Tommy Ryan, manager at East Cocalico Township in Lancaster County, tomorrow from 9-11:30 for a virtual “Developing Your Township Budget” class. Click here…
Get in the Zone…With PSATS Fall Zoning Classes
PSATS is hosting a full slate of zoning-related educational events this fall. From PAAZO seminars (East, West, and Central) to classes on conducting public hearings, comprehensive plans and dimensional variances, as well as duties of planning commissions and ZHBs, we…
Last Call for 2024 Conference Workshop Proposals!
Today is the last day PSATS will be accepting proposals for workshops to be presented at its 2024 Annual Educational Conference & Exhibit Show, which runs from April 14-17 at the Hershey Lodge. Interested parties must submit proposals to PSATS…
