Do your residents complain about speeding traffic on their streets? Traffic calming is the application of physical roadway features to address the speed of traffic and cut-through traffic issues. This session will provide an overview of traffic calming, including the benefits and issues associated with traffic calming applications. We will explore the importance of adopting traffic calming policy, the benefits of different traffic calming features, and how to mitigate some of the negative effects of traffic callming.

This webinar will provide an overview of the state’s current energy assurance plan and efforts in relation to Emergency Support Function 12 - Energy. The presenters – DEP Energy Program Specialists – will facilitate a discussion regarding short and intermediate energy/fuels shortages with regard to local government planning efforts and emphasize the importance of proper planning for critical infrastructure.

This program will review the statutory and regulatory requirements for a municipality and their police department to properly implement Act 57, relating to background checks for law enforcement employment purposes and Act 59, relating to mental health evaluations and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for law enforcement officers. The program will also provide elected policy makers, municipal officials, Chiefs of Police and command staff with the best practices for implementation & recognizing the pitfalls.

Everyone knows that identity theft and ransomware is on the rise and is a headache to rectify when it happens, whether to you as an individual or as a township. But do you know all of the steps that you can take to better protect your identity and your personal information? In this webinar, you will learn some key tips to protect your personal information.

This presentation will discuss how planners and community leaders can meet the increased demand for open space while addressing broader social, environmental, and economic needs. It will also provide strategies for rural and suburban leaders looking to attract remote workers on the move and strategies for urban leaders looking to retain their population through nature-based placemaking.

Parliamentary procedure may not seem to be the most exciting topic, but it is the absolute foundation for running an efficient township meeting and instilling confidence in your residents that the township is being effectively governed. In this webinar, you will learn the basics of parliamentary procedure and ways to improve your public meetings. We will cover a variety of the most common procedural tasks, from developing agendas, making and amending motions, the order of voting and much more.

Learn the basic internal controls that should exist within a sound business environment. Topics covered will include the components of the COSO internal control framework and how these components establish a foundation of effective internal controls within an entity, and an overview of internal controls over cash receipts, cash disbursements, and payroll. The presentation will include a review of what could go wrong, and suggestions will be provided for implementing compensating controls to mitigate risk. Krista M. Gardner, CPA, Member of the Firm with SEK, CPAs & Advisors, will be the presenter.

Whether you have been the chair of your township board for a long time or are relatively new to the game, there are many situations during township meetings where it is critical that the chair resolve them in an effective manner. This includes addressing challenging residents during public comment, disagreements between board members, and the complexities of working through parliamentary procedure issues during difficult votes. In this virtual class, you will learn best practices for tackling these situations and making yourself a better board chair.

Whether it is for personal or business travel, traffic safety should be on the mind of every driver each time they get into a vehicle. Learn about the different types of outreach programs that Community Traffic Safety Program Coordinators are presenting to schools, agencies, and organizations to help educate them on traffic safety issues across Pennsylvania. Learn how CTSP’s work with police and other community safety partners on educational and enforcement programs in an effort to reduce the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. During this session you will also find out how you can get free presentations scheduled in your area.

With seemingly more frequent, severe storm events occurring, public works departments are busy with culvert and bridge repairs and replacements and stream maintenance activities. These activities may be regulated by the state or federal government. This webinar, presented by Beth Uhler, Project Manager at CEDARVILLE Engineering Group, will review what types of maintenance activities are allowable in streams, when to seek engineering assistance, and when a permit may be required.