HHere’s a roundup of the latest news and resources for Pennsylvania townships and boroughs:
Events and Networking
- Get Ready for the First-Ever PSATS Public Works Expo – Register Early & Save!: Don’t miss out! PSATS will debut its hands-on Public Works Expo at Kalahari Resorts on December 15-16, and Early Bird Registration opens tomorrow, August 19th. (https://www.psats.org/get-ready-for-the-first-ever-psats-public-works-expo-register-early-save-registration-opens-tomorrow/)
Safety and Regulations
- “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right” to Prevent Bridge Hits: PennDOT has launched a public awareness campaign urging drivers of commercial vehicles and RVs to know their height and safely clear bridges to reduce costly incidents. (https://www.psats.org/check-your-height-know-its-right-to-prevent-bridge-hits/)
- PA Courts Infographic: Traffic Citations in School Zones: As schools return to session, motorists are reminded that they must stop at least ten feet away from school buses with flashing red lights, as September sees the highest percentage of violations. (https://www.psats.org/pa-courts-infographic-traffic-citations-in-school-zones/)
Innovation
- 511PA Now Offers Personalized Features, Free Account: The 511PA website now offers personalized traffic alerts via email or SMS text to help commuters, travelers, and commercial carriers stay ahead of delays and plan their routes. (https://www.psats.org/511pa-now-offers-personalized-features-free-account/)
Other Updates
- IRS Says No Payroll Reporting Changes for 2025 for New Overtime Tax Deduction: The IRS confirmed there will be no changes to federal payroll tax withholding or W-2 reporting for the 2025 tax year, despite a new deduction employees can claim on a portion of overtime pay when they file their taxes. (https://www.psats.org/irs-says-no-payroll-reporting-changes-for-2025-for-new-overtime-tax-deduction/)
- Retirement Benefit Options That Fit Your Township’s Budget: Townships looking to attract and retain employees should attend the free webinar on retirement plan options, including those that qualify for state pension aid and fit various budget sizes. (https://www.psats.org/retirement-benefit-options-that-fit-your-townships-budget/)
We hope this update provides valuable information for Montgomery County townships. Please check the PSATS website for more news and resources.