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The PSATS Morning News includes the latest news, videos – look for TVN and the Question of the Week every Tuesday and Thursday – along with legislative and policy updates, grant and funding opportunities, and announcements about upcoming PSATS training.
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Don’t Miss the November 2023 Township News!
Don’t Miss the November 2023 Township News! The November 2023 edition of the Township News includes articles on a timely topic: zoning for emerging land uses. The cover story looks at the need for updating zoning ordinances to prepare…
We’re Back! PSATS Returns to Facebook!
We took a break to focus on some internal initiatives, but we are now ready to reconnect with you and all our members and supporters. You can expect us to share news and information about the association, as well as…
Western PA Canoe Access Grants Now Available
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) has announced the availability of its Canoe Access Development Fund. Grants of up to $5,000 will be available to improve or develop canoe access sites on rivers and streams. In addition to funding, WPC provides technical…
Learn@PSATS Dashboard on Website
PSATS is excited to announce that it has implemented a new and improved learning management system – called Learn@PSATS – on its website (psats.org). Learn@PSATS now houses information for all PSATS in-person and virtual classes, webinars, seminars, and other events,…
DCED Annual Filing Notice Mailed
The state Department of Community and Economic Development mailed its Annual Notice to File to all municipalities last week. Township officials should look for this notice, which contains important information about upcoming required filings. The notice was mailed to the primary contact listed in townships’ Report of Elected…
Reminder: Townships May Apply for Pilot Program for Economic Development until 11/8
The Shapiro Administration announced a new pilot program, PA SITES, which will make $10 million in grant funding available to help municipalities and authorities prepare “shovel-ready” sites to attract and retain businesses. Grants may be used for transportation access improvements,…
New DEP Secretary Coming
In the second Shapiro Cabinet resignation this month, Executive Deputy Secretary Jessica Shirley will serve as acting secretary of the 2,400 employee Department of Environmental Protection following the departure/resignation of Rich Negrin. Negrin was the first Latino to head the…
Abandoned Mine Land and Acid Mine Drainage Grant Available
The state Department of Environmental Protection is accepting applications until December 2 for the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) and Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Grant Program. A total of $96 million is available under the program. Townships, councils of governments, and…
Reminder: Townships Encouraged to Comment on Mandatory Overtime Regulation by 11/7
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking that would require overtime to be paid to all workers earning less than $1,059 per week or about $55,000 annually. Currently, employees earning less than $684 per week…
Highlight Your Township’s Preservation Activities through the Community Initiative Award
The PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) is accepting nominations for the Community Initiative Award. Townships whose work embodies the theme of Pennsylvania’s statewide historic preservation plan, #PreservationHappensHere, are encouraged to enter. #PreservationHappensHere is the idea that great preservation activities are happening every day…
