Stay informed with the latest news and resources for Pennsylvania townships and boroughs:
Grants and Funding
- PennDOT Announces 2026 Release of Liquid Fuels: Nearly $460.8 million in liquid fuels funds is being released to help municipalities maintain roads and bridges, though the total is 1.5% less than last year. (https://www.psats.org/penndot-announces-2026-release-of-liquid-fuels/)
- Correction on Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant: PSATS clarifies that the DCED, not PennDOT, is currently the agency accepting applications for this specific grant round. (https://www.psats.org/correction-on-multimodal-transportation-fund-grant/)
- Abandoned Mine Land Projects Will Benefit Townships: The DEP has awarded $15.2 million for 15 reclamation projects, all located in townships, to improve water quality and restore the environment. (https://www.psats.org/abandoned-mine-land-projects-will-benefit-townships/)
Legislation and Advocacy
- Need Resources to Learn About Data Centers?: PSATS has compiled a Resource Center with zoning guidance, virtual classes, and sample ordinances to help townships plan for the impact of new data centers. (https://www.psats.org/need-resources-to-learn-about-data-centers/)
- White House Issues Electric Pledge on Data Centers: Major tech companies have pledged to pay for their own infrastructure upgrades to ensure that data center energy demands do not increase household electricity costs. (https://www.psats.org/white-house-issues-electric-pledge-on-data-centers/)
Safety and Regulations
- Learn How to Avoid Scams During National Consumer Protection Week: Officials encourage residents to watch for red flags like high-pressure tactics or demands for unconventional payment methods during this week-long awareness event. (https://www.psats.org/learn-how-to-avoid-scams-during-national-consumer-protection-week/)
- Not Sure How to Complete Your Statement of Financial Interest?: The State Ethics Commission is offering interactive webinars to help public officials correctly file their required annual statements before the May 1 deadline. (https://www.psats.org/not-sure-how-to-complete-your-statement-of-financial-interest/)
Other Updates
- ARPA/SLFRF Office Hours Today for Townships Invited to Closeout: The U.S. Treasury is holding specialized sessions to assist townships that received closeout invitations but have encountered technical issues or errors. (https://www.psats.org/arpa-slfrf-office-hours-today-for-townships-invited-to-closeout/)
We hope this update provides valuable information for Montgomery County townships. Please check the PSATS website for more news and resources.