Your administrative professionals keep the wheels turning on the wagon. Don’t forget to thank them…we missed it during the last day of conference…apologies!
PennDOT, Turnpike Recognize National Work Zone Awareness Week
As the weather gets warmer and more construction projects get underway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) hosted an event today calling attention to work zone safety and urged drivers to slow down…
Join Pick Up Pennsylvania and the Greatest American Cleanup in Honor of Earth Day and America’s 250th Anniversary
In celebration of Earth Day (April 22) and America’s 250th Anniversary, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful encourages residents to join the 2026 Pick Up Pennsylvania initiative. Pick Up Pennsylvania engages tens of thousands of volunteers annually through litter cleanups, illegal dump cleanups, beautification projects, special…
Pennsylvania Recognizes Local Government Day, Celebrates Award Winners
The state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) announced the recipients of the 30th Annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence yesterday, recognizing Local Government Day and celebrating municipalities and local government leaders for their commitment to making Pennsylvania communities stronger. Pennsylvania Local Government…
ADA Website Compliance Deadlines Delayed
The U.S. Department of Justice has delayed the Americans with Disabilities Act compliance dates for local governments by one year. The compliance deadline for municipalities with a total population of 50,000 or more was supposed to take effect tomorrow but has been delayed to April 26, 2027. The…
PUC Marks April as Safe Digging Month
As spring construction and outdoor projects increase across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is recognizing April as Safe Digging Month, reminding homeowners, contractors, and utility operators to follow essential safety steps before any excavation work begins. To reduce…
PENNVEST Invests $284.2 Million in 33 Water Projects
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) announced $284.2 million for 33 drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and non-point source projects across 20 counties. The projects will replace lead service lines, rehabilitate aging water systems, upgrade water treatment and service capabilities, and reduce environmental contaminants to ensure…
See You at the 2026 PSATS Annual Conference & Exhibit Show!
The Morning News will publish from the PSATS Annual Conference Monday through Wednesday next week as the Township Times. The regular Morning News will return on Thursday.
House Passes Resolution Recognizing Local Government Week as April 13-17
Yesterday, the House passed HR 465 sponsored by Rep. Robert Freeman and Rep. Brett Miller, recognizing this week, April 13-17, 2026, as Local Government Week, and April 22, 2026, the final day of the PSATS Annual Conference, as Local Government Day in Pennsylvania. The resolution passed by an overwhelming 198-3 vote….
Technical Assistance Available for Rural Water Systems
EPA recently announced the availability of $30 million in new funding as part of the agency’s RealWaterTA Initiative. Townships with small drinking water and wastewater systems are eligible to apply for funding toward technical assistance and training, including engineering and design, operational support, workforce…
