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Rural Surface Transportation Grants Available Until May 6
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced the availability of over $700 million to the Multimodal Project Discretionary Grants - Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program. This program offers funding for highway, bridge, and tunnel projects that provide or increase access to…
Townships Recognized for Environmental Excellence
The state Department of Environmental Protection honored 22 projects around the state with 2024 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence. These projects include East Buffalo Township’s Turtle Creek Park Acquisition and Restoration Project and West Goshen Township’s Hamlet Crest Park Reforestation…
$204 Million in Federal Broadband Funds to Provide Internet in Parts of 42 Counties
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority announced the approval of $204 million in Broadband Infrastructure Program grant awards to 53 projects in 42 counties across Pennsylvania that will connect 40,000 homes and businesses to high-speed internet access. These funds will be…
Thank You for Making PSATS 2024 Annual Conference a Success!
Thank you to the township officials and staff, presenters, and exhibitors who made PSATS’ 2024 Annual Educational Conference and Exhibit Show a success! Look for a detailed report in the June 2024 issue of the Pennsylvania Township News! You can also see…
Governor Signs Auditor Pay Raise Law
SB 740, the auditor pay raise bill, was signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday (but not at the PSATS Conference) as Act 10 of 2024. Act 10 amends the Second Class Township Code to authorize the board of…
Commonwealth Highlights National Work Zone Awareness Week
April 15-19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week and the state Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Pennsylvania State Police and Associated Pennsylvania Contractors honored roadway workers and urged motorists to slow down and pay attention in work zones. Memorials…
Townships, Officials Receive Governor’s Awards for Excellence
Yesterday, Lt. Governor Austin Davis, who chairs the Governor’s Local Government Advisory Committee, and Rick Siger, Secretary of Community and Economic Development, recognized municipalities and local government officials for their dedication and commitment to strengthen their communities and better serve…
U.S. EPA Finalizes PFAS Drinking Water Regulation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final National Primary Drinking Water Regulation to protect public health from PFAS pollution. Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are human-made chemicals that do not occur naturally in the environment and can cause adverse developmental and immune…
U.S. Postal Service Expected to Increase Rates July 14
The U.S. Postal Service is expected to impose a 5-cent stamp increase on July 9 to offset inflation. A first-class stamp would increase from 68 to 73 cents, metered first class mail would increase from 64 to 69 cents, and postcards would increase from 53…
Reminder: Need Help with ARPA Report? Look Here for Help!
Township secretaries and managers should note that the American Rescue Plan Act report for the April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024 timeframe is due by April 30, 2024. All townships that received ARPA funds will need to complete this report, even…
