The state Department of Labor & Industry warned Pennsylvanians who receive a 1099-G tax form for unemployment benefits that they did not apply for are likely the victim of fraud and should take steps to report the fraud and protect…
Federal Agencies Collaborate to Extend Homeowner Foreclosure Protections
Several federal agencies are, by policy, extending the foreclosure moratorium for homeowners through June 30, 2021. In addition, the mortgage payment forbearance enrollment window will also be extended until June 30, 2021, for borrowers who wish to request forbearance. Finally,…
DCED Accepting Applications for Act 13 Grants
The state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is now accepting applications for Act 13 programs until May 31, 2021. There are several specific grant programs funded from impact fees from natural gas wells under Act 13 of 2012: …
COSTARS Holding Webinar for New Local Government Officials
Tomorrow, February 17 at 10 a.m., COSTARS will hold a webinar for local government officials on the COSTARS program and the benefits of being a member. COSTARS provides townships with an efficient and cost-effective procurement strategy that is hassle-free. The…
IFO Analyzes Governor’s Budget Proposal
The state Independent Fiscal Office has analyzed Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposals and prepared a packet for the House and Senate Appropriations committees. The packet examines the minimum wage, personal income tax, legalization of marijuana, and the municipal police tax…
Gaming Grants Available for Police Departments
Police departments have until April 1 to apply for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board grants to prevent and investigate unlawful gaming in municipalities. Grants can be used for training, defraying the cost of investigations, deterrence efforts, and more. $2 million is…
PRPS Marketing Webinar Scheduled for February 23
The Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society (PRPS) invites PSATS members to participate in 20 Tips for the Accidental Marketer. This fast-paced webinar is scheduled for February 23 from noon to 1 p.m. and will feature 20 tips and techniques you…
FCC Hosts Roundtable on Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
Tomorrow, February 12, at 10 a.m., the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will host a roundtable discussion on the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which will be livestreamed at https://www.fcc.gov/live. The $3.2 billion program authorizes eligible households to receive a discount off…
EPA, Foundation Announce Awards for Water Quality Projects in Pennsylvania
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation have announced the awarding of $1.2 million for eight Pennsylvania projects to improve rivers and streams that connect to the Chesapeake Bay. Projects include stream restoration in York County,…
Range Resources Pays Penalties for Inaccurate Well Activity Status
The state Department of Environmental Protection has executed a consent assessment of civil penalty with Range Resources – Appalachia, LLC for $294,000. Range Resources listed several natural gas wells as inactive, but they were not viable for future use, which…
