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DCNR Accepting Applications for Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting the 2024 round of Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) grants until April 3, 2024. Community Conservation Partnerships Program grants can be used for projects related to parks, recreation, and…
WalkWorks Active Transportation Grants Now Available
The state Department of Health and Pennsylvania Downtown Center’s initiative, WalkWorks, has announced its eighth round of assistance to advance active transportation in the state. Townships are eligible to apply for grants and technical assistance to assist with the development…
Inflation Rate Remains a Concern
The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% in December after a 0.1% increase in November, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months, the-all items index increased 3.4% before seasonal adjustment, which is higher than the…
PSATS Seeking Additional Instructors
PSATS is looking to grow its roster of quality instructors for a variety of classes including Township Administration, Planning, Public Works and Public Safety especially its half-day Flagger Training classes, that are held throughout the state every year. If you…
PSATS/Blair County Townships Association Hosting Free Solar Workshop
Township officials and staff are invited to join PSATS and the Blair County Association of Township Officials for a FREE workshop on utility-scale solar and its implications for local municipalities on Tuesday, January 16 from 1-4 pm at the Logan…
Pa. Insurance Department Seeks Public Input on Availability, Affordability of Flood Insurance Throughout Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) is seeking public input on the accessibility and affordability of flood insurance throughout the commonwealth until February 5. The comments will aid the new Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Task Force, created by Act 22 of…
Reminder: Submit Nominations for 2024 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence by January 26!
Each year, the commonwealth presents the annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence to recognize local officials for their successes in undertaking innovative initiatives to improve the quality of life in their communities. Awardees are recognized during Local Government Week…
Conference Registration Opening Day a Success!
With over 2100 registrations on opening day for the upcoming PSATS Conference, we are off to a record strong start. 89% of all the hotel rooms are already reserved so don’t delay. Now that registration opening day has passed, don’t…
Community Records Microgrant Program Deadline is 1/31
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is accepting applications for the Empowered History microgrant. Funds are available to help community groups gather, preserve, and share their history. Individual grants will be funded up to $1,000 with no match required. The application…
