Stay informed with the latest news and resources for Pennsylvania townships and boroughs:
Grants and Funding
- FEMA Firefighter Grants Now Available: FEMA opened $648 million across three programs (AFG, SAFER, and FP&S) to help fire departments and EMS agencies fund equipment, staffing, and prevention, with applications due June 22, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/fema-firefighter-grants-now-available/)
- PCCD Accepting Public Safety Grant Applications: The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency is offering over $8 million in federal Byrne JAG funding for public safety projects, with townships eligible to apply through July 14, 2026 for grants up to $250,000. (https://www.psats.org/pccd-accepting-public-safety-grant-applications/)
- Reminder: 2026 AML/AMD Grant Program Applications Due June 5: The Department of Environmental Protection is accepting Round 1 applications for the Abandoned Mine Land and Acid Mine Drainage Grant Program through June 5, 2026, with a second round opening in October. (https://www.psats.org/reminder-2026-aml-amd-grant-program-applications-due-june-5-for-first-round/)
- Reminder: Act 13 Grant Applications Due 5/31: DCED is accepting Act 13 grant applications across seven programs, including flood mitigation, greenways and trails, and sewage facilities planning, through May 31, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/reminder-act-13-grant-applications-due-5-31/)
- DCNR Wild Resource Conservation Program: DCNR is accepting Wild Resource Conservation Program applications to restore native non-game wildlife and plants, with townships and municipal authorities eligible to apply through June 30, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/dcnr-wild-resource-conservation-program/)
- PA Department of Aging Community Project Grants Available: The Department of Aging opened its 2026 READY Communities grant for projects supporting older residents and neighbors living with dementia, with the RFP open through June 12, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/pa-department-of-aging-community-project-grants-available-info-session-today/)
- WalkWorks Program to Develop Active Transportation Plans: The Department of Health is offering another round of WalkWorks capacity-building assistance to help eligible townships create active transportation plans, with applications due July 17, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/walkworks-program-to-develop-active-transportation-plans-2/)
Transportation and Infrastructure
- FHWA 536 Form Now Available, Due June 15: PennDOT confirmed the FHWA 536 reporting website is live again, and townships must file their highway revenue and expenditure report by June 15. (https://www.psats.org/fhwa-536-form-now-available-due-june-15/)
- FHWA 536 Form Due June 15, Website Difficulties: PennDOT reported earlier that staffing and technical issues had delayed the FHWA 536 filing site, while confirming the federally required June 15 deadline cannot be moved. (https://www.psats.org/fhwa-536-form-due-june-15-website-difficulties/)
- Seven New ATV Routes Designated in Tioga County: PennDOT and DCNR added seven new ATV connector routes totaling 7.5 miles to the Northcentral Regional ATV Trail under a new municipal designation process, on a trail system that generated $13.1 million in economic impact in 2023. (https://www.psats.org/seven-new-atv-routes-designated-in-tioga-county-under-new-penndot-policy/)
- DotGrants System Unavailable This Weekend: PennDOT’s new dotGrants system goes live next week, so the existing site went offline at 4 p.m. on Friday, May 29 and stayed down the weekend of May 30 and 31 for the conversion. (https://www.psats.org/dotgrants-system-unavailable-this-weekend/)
Legislation and Advocacy
- PSATS Advocates for Townships in Washington, D.C.: PSATS joined the 2026 NATaT Fly-In to press federal lawmakers on dedicated municipal transportation funding, smaller-bridge eligibility, opposition to heavier truck weight limits, an updated definition of “rural,” and broadband expansion. (https://www.psats.org/psats-advocates-for-townships-in-washington-d-c/)
- Senator McCormick Comments on Hosting PSATS Delegation: U.S. Senator Dave McCormick shared remarks praising the visiting PSATS delegation and pledged continued support for township priorities like roads, broadband, cybersecurity, and first responders. (https://www.psats.org/senator-mccormick-comments-on-hosting-psats-delegation/)
Administrative and Planning
- Get Customizable Salary Insights Now with the PSATS Salary Survey: PSATS streamlined its Salary Survey Plus tool so participating townships can access real-time salary and job-trend reports year-round, with 2025 entries carried over for easy updating. (https://www.psats.org/get-customizable-salary-insights-now-with-the-psats-salary-survey-6/)
- Sample Documents and More in PSATS Resource Center: PSATS reminded members that the Resource Center offers hundreds of sample ordinances, resolutions, and job descriptions, including templates on hot topics like data centers and solar facilities. (https://www.psats.org/sample-documents-and-more-in-psats-resource-center/)
Other Updates
- PUC Announces June 1 Electric Generation Price Changes: The Public Utility Commission alerted consumers that Price to Compare rates for default electric service rise on June 1, and reminded townships they can use Premier Partner World Kinect Energy at no cost to shop for electricity. (https://www.psats.org/puc-announces-june-1-electric-generation-price-changes/)
Events and Recognition
- Memorial Day Observance: PSATS honored the men and women who gave their lives in service to the country and noted the Morning News would return on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (https://www.psats.org/memorial-day-observance/)
- Today is Pennsylvania Primary Day 2026!: PSATS reminded voters to cast their ballots in the May 19 primary before polls closed at 8 p.m. (https://www.psats.org/today-is-pennsylvania-primary-day-2026/)
- Celebrate National EMS Week!: PSATS recognized National EMS Week, May 17 to 23, 2026, honoring paramedics, EMTs, and the EMS workforce who serve township residents. (https://www.psats.org/celebrate-national-ems-week-2/)
- Recognize Public Works Crews This Week!: PSATS marked National Public Works Week, May 17 to 23, 2026, themed “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community,” celebrating the crews who build and maintain local infrastructure. (https://www.psats.org/recognize-public-works-crews-this-week-2/)
We hope this update provides valuable information for Montgomery County townships. Please check the PSATS website for more news and resources.