Did you know you can access Salary Survey results earlier than ever? Thanks to township input, we have streamlined data entry in the PSATS Salary Survey Plus tool and participating townships can access results now. If you participated last year,…
Fire Prevention Grants and Firefighter Recruitment Funding Now Available
FEMA is now accepting applications for two FY2024 grant programs aimed at improving firefighter recruitment and safety through July 3, 2025. Townships are encouraged to share the following information with their local fire chiefs: For more information, call 866-274-0960 or email firegrants@fema.dhs.gov.
Regional Forums
“PSATS Live” is back, and we’re going on the road again with our ever-popular Regional Forums at a location near you starting in August in Erie and running through October in Cranberry Township. We have all-new content and a one-day-only…
PUC Alerts Consumers of June 1 Electric Price Increases
The Pa. Public Utility Commission released a notice that most electric utilities will increase electric generation prices charged to non-shopping customers effective June 1. Customers may choose to reduce electric bills by shopping for lower rates and implementing energy conservation measures during…
PSATS Virtual Class: Mastering Public Safety Collaboration – Tomorrow, May 28
Join PSATS on Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30-9:00 PM for a virtual class, “Introduction to Collaboration in Public Safety.” Led by PSATS’ Public Safety Specialist, Jerry Ozog, this session will equip participants with best practices for effective teamwork with public safety partners, ensuring robust community…
CFA Approves Luzerne, Lehigh, Northampton, and Monroe LSA Projects
This week, the Commonwealth Financing Authority approved projects for more than $25 million in Local Share Account proposals in Luzerne, Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe Counties, as well as counties contiguous to Monroe. (Note: these are not the statewide LSA grants.) Projects included road…
Enhance Your Community’s Safety: PSATS Virtual Class on Public Safety Collaboration – May 28
Learn how to strengthen public safety in your community. PSATS is hosting a virtual “Introduction to Collaboration in Public Safety” class next Wednesday, May 28, from 6:30-9:00 PM. Jerry Ozog, PSATS’ Public Safety Specialist, will share best practices for working…
Reminder: DCED Accepting Act 13 Grant Applications Until 5/31
DCED is accepting applications for Act 13 programs until May 31, 2025. Several grant programs are funded by impact fees from natural gas wells under Act 13 of 2012: For more information, click on the grant program links above or contact DCED at (717)…
Want to Take Your Skills to the Next Level? Sign up For the Secretary/ Manager Summit!
Join us at the Secretary/Manager Summit for a dynamic two-day event that will help expand your knowledge. Connect with colleagues, gain vital information, and enhance your skills across a range of critical topics: • Financial Security & Accountability• Effective Meeting…
Recreational and Educational Development Grants Available Until 5/30
The PA People Parks and Community Foundation is accepting applications for Recreational and Educational Development Grants. This program offers up to $30K (no match required!) to support the development of local parks, public spaces and programs that advance conservation and environmental sustainability;…
