Pa. Township News
Pennsylvania Township News
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In the December 2025 Pa. Township News
Keep It Flowing: PENNVEST Provides Funding Stream for Municipal Water Projects
Township governments stretch limited funds every day to improve the health and safety of citizens, protect the environment, and promote economic development. The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority, or PENNVEST, has been helping municipalities fund water projects for nearly four decades. Discover how this funding program can help your community finance drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and other infrastructure projects.
Wintertime Warriors: Township Crews Prepare for Unpredictable, Changing Winter Weather Patterns
It is not news that winter weather can be unpredictable from year to year or even hour to hour. While the northwest areas of the commonwealth nearly always see more snow, data shows that southwestern, central, southern, and eastern Pennsylvania are seeing less snow and far fewer winter storms. Preparation is key, and veteran township crews are among the best at staying ahead of the storm.
PSATS’ Educational Conference and Exhibit Show: Education, Networking, and Policy
Townships are where tradition meets innovation. As the nation celebrates the semiquincentennial in 2026, PSATS will celebrate the legacy of townships while also looking to the future during its flagship event. Enjoy this preview of what’s to come at PSATS’ 2026 Educational Conference and Exhibit Show, scheduled for April 19-22 at the Hershey Lodge.
More Than Just Numbers: Elected Auditors Check Financials, Set Working Supervisor Pay
Elected auditors serve a critical role in townships, providing a check and balance through a review of financial and other documents. They are tasked with more than just crunching number, though, when supervisors are also township employees. The position of auditor can also serve as a springboard to other roles in township government.
Keeping the Lines Open: Enhance Communication with an Emergency Services Committee
Emergency services committees can help townships keep the lines of communication open with fire departments and emergency medical services agencies that serve the municipality.
Where the Money Goes: Turnpike Tolls Power More Than the Roadway
Anyone who travels the Pennsylvania Turnpike probably grumbles about the annual toll increases. In this article, the Turnpike Commission breaks down how those dollars are spent, including for infrastructure and other uses that benefit local governments.
And More …
The December edition also includes upcoming educational opportunities and all the regular columns you count on each month.
