Would you like to learn about retirement benefit options for your employees? Did you know that more than one type of retirement benefit qualifies for state pension aid? If your township is looking at retirement benefits to help keep current…
ATV/Snowmobile Grants Awarded, Current Funding Round Open
$2.1 million has been awarded from the All-Terrain Vehicle/Snowmobile Grants to expand and improve trails and facilities across Pennsylvania. Nine projects were awarded funding, including the following projects benefiting townships: As a reminder, DCNR is currently accepting applications for the ATV and Snowmobile…
PA Courts Infographic: Traffic Citations in School Zones
As schools are getting back into session, it’s a great time to highlight transportation safety. Over the past five years, 22,502 Pennsylvania drivers have been cited for school zone violations, according to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts. These violations include…
PSATS Resource Center: An Exclusive Resource Library for Member Townships
Are you looking for sample zoning ordinances on hot topics like data centers and solar facilities; trying to draft rules for your public meetings; or thinking about updating your employee handbook? Look no further! PSATS members have access to hundreds…
DEP Expands Quick Permitting Program to NPDES General Permits
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced the expansion of an expedited permitting initiative for land, air, and water-related projects. The Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program is now accepting applications for Chapter 102 NPDES general…
Learn Better Code Enforcement Strategies August 27!
Could your code enforcement officer, zoning officer, municipal administrator, or other township officials benefit from learning how to better enforce your municipal codes and ordinances? If so, join us Wednesday, August 27 at PSATS Education Center in Cumberland County for…
Reminder: Single Yellow Lines Not Eligible for Liquid Fuels Tax Funds
PennDOT recently sent an email to municipal officials throughout southcentral Pennsylvania reminding them that a single yellow line on a two-lane, two-way road violates federal and Pennsylvania laws and, consequently, is not an eligible expense for liquid fuels tax funds. …
Reminder: Main Street Matters Grant Program Accepting Applications Until 8/31
DCED is accepting applications for the Main Street Matters program to support and create healthy, vibrant, and welcoming communities. Funding is available in several grant categories of planning, business support, aesthetic improvements, and safety and security. Townships are eligible to apply…
Get Ready for the First-Ever PSATS Public Works Expo – Register Early & Save! Registration Opens Tomorrow!
On December 15-16, PSATS will debut its Public Works Expo at Kalahari Resorts in Monroe County. This hands-on learning opportunity is tailored for public works directors, roadmasters, managers, municipal public works employees, and other public works professionals to explore innovative ways…
Don’t Miss Zoning Academy Scheduled 8/26-27!
Newer zoning officials, those looking to become zoning officials, and municipal officials and employees who want to better understand how zoning impacts municipal operations should be sure to attend the PSATS Zoning Academy, scheduled for August 26-27 in State College, Centre…
