PSATS Morning News
HOME / NEWSROOM
Welcome to the PSATS Morning News, our email digest.
The PSATS Morning News includes the latest news, videos – look for TVN and the Question of the Week every Tuesday and Thursday – along with legislative and policy updates, grant and funding opportunities, and announcements about upcoming PSATS training.
Email comments and suggestions to morningnews@psats.org.
PSATS Morning News Library
Latest News
Inflation Remains Stubbornly Above Fed Target
The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% in April, down from 0.4% in March, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months, the-all items index increased 3.4% before seasonal adjustment, down slightly from the 3.5% increase for the 12 months ending in…
Reminder: DCED Accepting Act 13 Grant Applications Until 5/31
The state Department of Community and Economic Development is accepting applications for Act 13 programs until May 31. Several grant programs are funded by impact fees from natural gas wells under Act 13 of 2012: For more information, click on the grant program links above or…
PA Receives Federal Approval to Move Forward with $1.16 Billion in Broadband Grants
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority announced that it has received approval for its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal – Volume II from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). BEAD is a federal grant program through the…
Reworld and Goodwill Bring Free Electronics Recycling to 22 Counties
Reworld and Goodwill Keystone area are bringing free electronic waste recycling to 22 counties in central and southeast Pennsylvania. Made possible through the Pennsylvania Recycling Market Center, the new partnership will allow a wide range of electronics to be donated…
Show Appreciation for Our EMS Heroes!
Township officials are encouraged to celebrate EMS Week from May 19 to May 25. May 19th to 25th is National EMS Week. Let’s celebrate our township’s amazing first responders – paramedics, EMTs, and everyone who keeps us safe. These dedicated…
DCED Announced Municipal Assistance Program Grant Awardees
The state Department of Community and Economic Development announced grant awards from the Municipal Assistance Program to 36 projects in 23 counties. More than $1.6 million was awarded through this program, which supports local governments with implementing shared service activities…
National Police Week Observed
This week is National Police Week and will be commemorated with live-in person events held by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. This includes the Annual Candlelight Vigil to be held today. In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15…
Find Your Money! Townships Owed Unclaimed Property
Each year, the state Treasury Department receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property. Common types of unclaimed property are savings or checking accounts, stocks, dividends, checks that have not been cashed, such as payroll, certificates of deposit, unclaimed insurance benefits,…
Wild Resource Conservation Program Accepting Applications
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is now accepting grant applications under the Wild Resource Conservation Program (WRCP). The WRCP identifies research and conservation needs on the Commonwealth’s native flora and non-game wildlife, including surveys and elucidation on conservation, management, and…
Historical & Archival Records Care Grants are Back!
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) announced the reinstatement of the Historical & Archival Records Care (HARC) grant program. Townships are eligible to apply now through August 1, 2024. Funding is available for records reformatting and equipment and collections care, including surveying,…
