On this Patriot Day, PSATS honors the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001, whether in New York City, Arlington, Virginia, or Shanksville, Somerset County, and the courage of the first responders who risked everything to protect others. As we…
PSATS Mourns the Loss of Elam Herr
It is with deep sadness that PSATS announces the passing of Elam Herr, former Deputy Executive Director and Legislative Director. Elam passed away last week following a courageous 20-month battle with brain cancer. A dedicated public servant, Elam devoted more…
Preparing Your 2026 Budget? Salary, Benefits Results Available Now
Townships that are now working on their 2026 budget can access salary and benefit information for townships across the state with the PSATS Salary Survey. This free member service only requires that you enter your township’s data into the secure…
Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant
The Office of the State Fire Commissioner is accepting applications for the Fire and EMS Grant Program until October 23, 2025. Townships are encouraged to share this information with partnering fire companies, emergency medical services providers, and volunteer rescue squads. Fire and rescue companies must…
SEPTA Wins, Silence on Local Roads and Bridges
Yesterday, Gov. Josh Shapiro directed the state Department of Transportation to approve the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority’s (SEPTA) request to use up to $394 million in capital assistance transit funding for mass transit general operations. SEPTA had threatened service cuts…
Redevelopment Assistance (RACP) Funding Now Open
The Office of the Budget is now accepting applications for the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP). Please note that the application window is short and townships can apply through September 23, 2025. RACP grants are for the acquisition and construction of regional economic,…
PBDA Submits Broadband to All Proposal to NTIA for Final Approval
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) submitted its plan for provisional approval of nearly $800 million in Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program funding to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for final approval. PBDA says its plan…
Join the International Coastal Cleanup to Keep Litter from Waterways
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful (KPB) is encouraging groups and individuals to clean up their favorite shared public spaces through the Pick Up Pennsylvania program to support the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. The International Cleanup is an initiative to keep trash…
Department of Agriculture Announces Preserved Farmland
The state Department of Agriculture has announced the preservation of 2,017 acres on 33 farms in 16 counties through the state’s Farmland Preservation Program, which protects farms from future residential, commercial, or industrial development. The newly preserved farms are in townships in Armstrong,…
PSATS Regrets to Announce Passing of Elam Herr
Elam Herr, former Deputy Executive Director and Government Relations Chief passed away this week after a courageous 20-month battle with brain cancer. He served PSATS for over 42 years and served nearly 47 years on the East Hempfield Township Zoning Hearing Board. A…
