The state Department of Agriculture has announced the preservation of 1,519 acres on 22 farms in 11 counties through the state’s Farmland Preservation Program, which protects farms from future residential, commercial, or industrial development. The newly preserved farms are located in townships in Adams, Centre,…

America250PA was formed to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States in 2026 and Pennsylvania’s leading role in commemorating this event. Join the celebration by approving a sample commemorative resolution at an upcoming meeting (should you choose). Click here for a…

The state Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have announced the availability of $379.4 million in grant funding for the Fiscal Year 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). Pennsylvania is eligible for up to $10.4…

The PSATS team is working with the state House of Representatives to address issues that short- term rentals create for townships. If your township has had problems, please let us know so we can share! Has your township passed ordinances to address…

The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% in January, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months, the-all items index increased 3.1% before seasonal adjustment, down slightly from the 3.4% increase for the 12 months ending…

Are you ready to Fight Dirty? Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is accepting registrations for the 2024 Pick Up Pennsylvania, an annual community improvement program. Events scheduled from March 1 through May 31 receive free trash bags, gloves, and safety vests provided by support from…

Applications are being accepted for construction and planning grants for historic resources listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places through the Keystone Historic Preservation Grant program. The program is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Townships…

In addition to today being the 215th Anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, February 12 is also Hug Day, National Football Hangover Day and Clean Out Your Computer Day!  

Make sure your designated township staff (PSATS Salary Survey Plus processor) enters your township’s wage and benefit data to ensure the earliest access to all PSATS Salary Survey Plus reports for 2024! With inflation and challenges to find and keep quality employees, townships…