PSATS extended the PSATS Scholarships deadline as well as the PSATS Excellence Awards deadline to January 31. PSATS’s scholarships are awarded to 2 Academic standouts and 2 Community Service standouts at the Annual Conference. PSATS Award programs recognize the work…
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) is accepting nominations for the 2026 Pennsylvania Historical Marker Program. This program helps identify and elevate stories that shaped local history and the nation. Townships are eligible to apply and must first submit a pre-application by April 1, 2026, allowing…
Want to help fellow townships? Submit a PSATS Excellence Awards entry form for that standout project or achievement in your township last year. PSATS’s award programs recognize the work that makes Pennsylvania communities great places to live, work, and play….
Take Charge of Your Township Role – Register Today! Are you a new township administrator looking for guidance or a seasoned secretary interested in updates on all things administrative? PSATS Basic Training for Municipal Secretaries /Administrators training offers an opportunity to…
The state Department of General Services allows townships to participate in the COSTARS sodium chloride (road salt) contract for the approaching August 2026 – July 2027 season, by submitting a new salt contract participation agreement by the enrollment deadline of March 15, 2026. The program allows local governments to partner with the state to…
Attorney General Dave Sunday is urging Pennsylvanians to be cautious when contacting their utility providers as utility-related scams are on the rise. Scammers use different tactics to obtain personal information, and posing as a utility provider can allow a scammer access to a…
Consumers may wish to use the following tips to protect themselves from potential utility scams: Any consumers who may have fallen victim to a utility scam, or believe they may be a victim, are encouraged to contact the Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection online.
Has your township worked with any youth organizations (local 4-H club, Scout troop, or school group), or individuals this past year on projects or events that improve residents’ lives? We are preparing a Township News article and want to hear about your ambitious,…
U.S. Treasury is continuing to invite selected township recipients of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (called SLFRF or ARPA Funds) that reported fully expending their award to close out their grant early. Treasury is notifying recipients on a rolling basis via…
Each year, the commonwealth presents the annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence to recognize communities for their successes in undertaking innovative projects and other initiatives to improve the quality of life in their communities. Awardees are recognized during Local Government Week…
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