Is your township doing great things that could serve as a model for other municipalities? Share best practices and practical experience by applying for one of PSATS’s award programs! Your winning project might just spark an idea for a new…
PennDOT Expands Statewide Truck Parking Options Along Ramps, ROWs
PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police, PA Turnpike, and Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association announced that 1,202 truck parking spaces will be added in 133 locations by the end of 2026. In addition, PA Turnpike is evaluating opportunities for more than 600 additional…
One Price that Isn’t Going Up in January 2026, BUT…
While townships are facing cost increases as it seems that the cost of nearly everything is going up, the U.S. Post Office recently announce that it will not raise prices in January 2026 for first-class mail. Instead, the price of…
PA Farm Show to Officially Kick Off a Year of American250PA Celebrations
Yesterday, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show theme, “Growing a Nation” at historic Wyck House Farm and Garden in Philadelphia. The 2026 Farm Show will kick off a year of America250PA special events and celebrations bringing…
What Are Your Birthday Party Plans?
The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA) was established by the commonwealth in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. One of the original 13…
PennDOT Releases 2026 Liquid Fuels Estimates
The state Department of Transportation has released the 2026 liquid fuels estimates. The per mile estimate is $3,073.44 and the per capita estimate is $17.33. This estimate is lower than the $3,191.02 per mile and $17.99 per capita that townships…
Register Now for the PSATS Public Works Expo – Early Bird Ends Oct. 31!
Don’t miss your chance to attend the PSATS Public Works Expo, December 15-16, 2025, at Kalahari Resort in the Poconos, a hands-on event for township roadmasters, public works directors, supervisors, managers, and employees. Early Bird Registration: $159 (regular: $199) Room Rate: $159/night – includes 4 waterpark…
Federal Government Partial Shut Down Starts – PA Budget Enters 4th Month Late
Today is the “1-day late” mark for the federal budget and begins a partial federal government shutdown after U.S. Congress failed to approve a budget for the new year or extend current funding. As the vast majority of Pennsylvania township services…
Township Officials, Residents Can Grade PennDOT Customer Satisfaction
Township officials and their residents have an opportunity to provide feedback on their experiences with the state Department of Transportation. PennDOT is conducting an online survey to receive feedback on the state’s construction and maintenance services. The 22-question survey is interested in…
PSATS Testifies on Public Notice Reform
Yesterday, Holly Fishel, PSATS Director of Policy and Research, testified before the House Local Government Committee in support of public notice reform. The proposed bill, HB 1291, aims to reform Pennsylvania’s outdated public notice laws, but PSATS warns that it may…
