Pa. Township News
Pennsylvania Township News
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In the June 2026 Pa. Township News
Conference Edition
New President Says PSATS Family Must Stand Together, Speak With Unified Voice
Newly elected PSATS President Steve Hess encourages members to take advantage of the Association’s many services and stand together as a family. It is more important than ever to speak with one voice against those who want to strip local government of its autonomy.
Conference Speakers
• Sen. Dave McCormick
• PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll
• Auditor General Tim DeFoor
• America250PA Executive Director Cassandra Coleman
• Outgoing PSATS President Jay Wilkes
• PSATS Executive Director David Sanko
• Keynote Thomas Jefferson
Local Government Challenges and Solutions: Data Centers Forum
In this forum moderated by PSATS Executive Director David Sanko, six township officials discuss their communities’ experiences with data center development and answer questions from members.
Gubernatorial Candidates Forum
State Treasurer Stacy Garrity discusses how she would work with townships if elected governor and answers questions from members. Incumbent Gov. Josh Shapiro bowed out of the forum days before the conference start due to a scheduling conflict.
Passing the Gavel
Outgoing President Jay Wilkes turns over the gavel to incoming President Steve Hess and bids farewell to a departing Executive Committee member.
Scrapbook
Enjoy a photo collage from workshops, the exhibit show, resolutions voting, various receptions, the Parade of Flags, networking events, and more.
TEMA: Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs)
Give Residents Role in Disaster Preparedness, Recovery
PSATS Public Safety Specialist Jerry Ozog explains how CERTs can help townships prepare for and respond to disasters.
And More …
The June edition also includes upcoming educational opportunities and all the regular columns you count on each month.
