Planning
March 13, 2023
The Local Government 101 webinar series not only covers the functions and obligations of government officials but also best practices for thriving communities and good governance. From the basics such as the differences between boroughs, cities, and townships to key strategies for addressing complex municipal issues, such as responding to […]
February 14, 2023
We are thrilled to announce the commencement of new grant programs and training opportunities focused on real-world challenges facing our communities. This new Community Partnerships and Collaboration programing prioritizes the delivery of vital technical assistance to local municipalities, enabling communities to tackle longstanding problems such as blight and financial insecurity. […]
January 16, 2023
The Budget and Finance Management Virtual Training Series is designed specifically for Public Sector employees and those interested in Public Administration. The 2023 schedule features municipal finance experts and local government peers who will explain the basics of municipal budgeting while sharing best practices in good governance. To join […]
September 19, 2022
Southwestern Pennsylvania has long been a powerhouse for industry and is attracting investments in an emerging energy sector – hydrogen energy. But how will this influence our region? Join stakeholders and local officials on October 4, 2022, for a free workshop, “Harnessing Hydrogen: Exploring Local & Regional Opportunities in Appalachia”, […]
October 30, 2019
Developing a comprehensive plan often struggles past the stage of Big Ideas. Enthusiasm wanes, the process stagnates, and the plan dissolves. The traditional method of creating a comprehensive plan often suffers from any number of these setbacks: Wasn’t realistic, too much of a wish list Inadequate affordability and capacity Lacked […]
October 4, 2019
October is National Community Planning Month, and to celebrate, Local Government Academy is pleased to present the online course The Importance of Municipal Planning. Led by Denny Puko, formerly with DCED’s Governor’s Center for Local Government Services, this introductory course is designed to provide local officials with an overview of tools available to […]
September 12, 2019
To celebrate National Community Planning Month, the Local Government Academy is pleased to partner with Mackin Engineering and Dawood to present the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Education Institute (PMPEI) Course in Community Planning. This in-depth course, designed for planning commissioners and local officials, is a comprehensive review of municipal planning responsibilities […]
September 12, 2019
Presented by Local Government Academy in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, State Historic Preservation Office, our online course Creating Effective Local Preservation Programs explains the value of historic preservation to successful community and economic development. Often misunderstood, historic preservation is a way to achieve economic vitality, marketing, […]
August 13, 2019
Presented by Local Government Academy in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the online course Historic Preservation: Driving Municipal Renewal offers planning officials the opportunity to learn more about the value of historic preservation in addressing both community development (by reconnecting citizens to their past and reviving community […]
August 13, 2019
To celebrate National Community Planning Month, the Local Government Academy is pleased to partner with the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Education Institute (PMPEI), to present The Course in Community Planning. This in-depth course, designed for planning commissioners and local officials, is a comprehensive review of municipal planning responsibilities under the PA […]