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)…
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…
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;…
The Build America Bureau is now accepting applications for up to $20 million in no-match grants for the Regional Infrastructure Accelerators Program (RIA) for technical resources, planning, and project development to expedite regional transportation infrastructure. Townships and other public entities are eligible…
Township officials can recognize the emergency medical service agencies and responders who care for their community during National EMS Week, May 18-24. Begun in 1974, EMS Week celebrates EMS professionals and the important work they do in our nation’s communities. Click…
Last week the Senate unanimously approved SR 94, which directs the Joint State Government Commission to establish a Task Force on the Recruitment and Retention of Law Enforcement. Chaired by Attorney General Dave Sunday, the Task Force will examine the current state…
The Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner is accepting applications for two funding opportunities aimed at strengthening certain emergency response capabilities. Townships are encouraged to review and share these opportunities with public safety partners: With all the legislative claims…
May 18-24 is National Public Works Week! This year’s theme is “People, Purpose, Presence.” Public works purpose is to meet the transportation and infrastructure needs of residents and the public. Workers are ever present, working in the background to advance…
Townships may have received an “Updated Compliance and Reporting Guidance” email from U.S. Treasury late last week. This email included the most recent Reporting Guidance document, published on April 29, 2025, for the American Rescue Plan Funds, also known as SLFRF funds….
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