Introducing the PEDAL Program! The League is proud to partner with National Insurance Services and Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. to offer PA municipalities a valuable new option for life, short term disability, and long term disability insurance. And better yet, League members save up to 20% off your current premiums!
Advocacy
Supreme Court Preview for Local Governments: 2025-2026 Term – November 9 at 2:00 p.m. (ET) Hosted by the Local Government Legal Center (LGLC), join legal experts in a discussion of the new Supreme Court term and what decisions local governments should watch. The Supreme Court will rule on several major cases this term. Learn more »
Membership
On behalf of Executive Director John Brenner, The League would like to thank all municipal leaders, sponsors, speakers, exhibitors and League staff for making the 2026 Municipal Leadership Summit one of the best in recent memory. We have received positive feedback from many attendees. If you have not completed our survey, click on the link and share your opinions. They help make League events the outstanding experiences members and partners are accustomed to. (We need the attendee survey link here…I only have the exhibitors one) Please visit The League’s Facebook page for photos and recaps.
Join PELRAS this November for our Fall Workshops, featuring a timely presentation curated by Campbell Durrant: Psychiatric Issues in the Workplace: Preventing Employee Violence, Determining Fitness for Duty and Handling Disability Claims. Learn practical strategies for addressing workplace mental health concerns, preventing employee violence, and navigating complex employment and liability issues.
📍 West: November 4 | Cranberry Township Municipal Building, Cranberry Township, PA
📍 East: November 18 | Delaware Valley Trusts Headquarters, Horsham, PA
Registration: PELRAS members: $75 for the first registrant and $65 for each additional registrant per municipality. Non-members: $90 for the first registrant and $80 for each additional registrant. Donuts, coffee, and lunch will be provided!
Training
BCO’s Brunch and Learn (October 26, 2026) (Virtual) | PCCA – This Brunch and Learn Session is designed for Building Code Officials. Each session is focused on a specific topic that should be of interest and value for each BCO or potential BCO. Theme for this class is – Residential Alterations – what’s supposed to be off our radar screens?
Public Safety Fundamentals for PA Municipal Officials – LLA Management and Public Safety track course.
Unlocking Grant Success – Essential Skills for Winning Proposals – LLA Administrative track course.
Monthly Sneak Peak – November Courses – Free webinar exploring upcoming learning opportunities. *Bonus: Receive a 10% discount on any course offered in November!
Business Leaders Network Spotlight
Rising costs, staffing shortages, and growing service demands are pushing municipalities to rethink how they deliver police and fire protection, and Aspirant Consulting Group helps leaders turn those pressures into practical solutions. From evaluating department mergers and contracted police services to developing innovative fire service delivery models, our team brings firsthand public safety experience to help municipalities assess options, make informed decisions, and put plans into action. If your community is asking, “How can we sustain strong public safety services with the resources we have?” connect with Aspirant to explore a path forward. Visit https://www.aspirantllc.com/ to learn more.
Congratulations to John String and Aspirant, this year’s recipient of the Community Partnership Award. The award was presented during the October 7th Opening Ceremony.
Upcoming Events
The League has many exciting events coming up for 2026, view all the new and exciting events that are coming your way!
Business Leaders Network Lunch & Learn: Doing More with Less: Practical Automation Strategies for Pennsylvania Local Governments –Join us and Brown Plus on Wednesday, October 28, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a free Business Leaders Network Lunch & Learn! This webinar will explore practical ways municipalities can use automation to streamline repetitive administrative and financial processes, strengthen internal controls, improve reporting, and reduce manual work without overhauling existing systems.
The League is partnering with Penn State University to bring our members a Local Government Certification program -The Foundations in Local Government Leadership Certification Program. This certification provides an unparalleled opportunity for League members to shape the future of local government operations and education, it provides the foundation needed to provide exceptional local governance. For more information and to register please click here.
News and Resources
From NLC Member Roundup: A proposed Census Bureau rule could change who is counted, where they are counted, and what data is collected in the 2030 Census, with major implications for representation, funding and planning. Comments are due November 2. Learn more »
Participation Requested: The Bonadio Group’s 2027 State of Local Government Study. We invite municipalities across the Northeast to share their perspectives and help shape the 2027 outlook. Your participation will contribute to a broader understanding of the challenges, priorities, and opportunities facing local governments. The survey takes less than 20 minutes to complete. All responses are confidential, and no organization-specific information will be disclosed. The survey will close November 17. Take the Survey
Insurance Trusts
Upcoming Webinar : AI Purpose-Built for How Local Government Actually Works: Learn how municipalities are using AI tools to enhance resident service and improve operation efficiency. More Info>>
The PennPRIME Trust is a municipal pool with dedicated & experienced professional staff and partners here to help municipalities manage risk. Reach out to us for more information or to schedule a time to discuss how The Trust can help! Learn More>>
