Membership in the Pennsylvania Municipal League (The League) offers municipalities a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to strengthen and empower local governance across the Commonwealth. As a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization established in 1900, The League provides its members with robust legislative advocacy at both state and federal levels, ensuring that municipal interests are effectively represented in policy discussions. Members gain access to a wealth of resources, including training programs tailored for municipal officials, public employees, and volunteers, which address both routine responsibilities and emerging local and state issues. Additionally, The League facilitates networking opportunities through events like the Municipal Leadership Summit, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices among local leaders. The League’s commitment to education, advocacy, and support equips municipalities with the tools and knowledge necessary to serve their communities effectively.
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Member Support & Research
As local government officials and employees, you are tasked with understanding a broad range of municipal operations and responsibilities. The League supports its members by offering non-legal research and assistance on key municipal topics.
Through its Research & Inquiry Service, The League helps member municipalities access information, model policies, sample ordinances, resolutions, and guidance documents relevant to daily operations and compliance. This service is complemented by The League’s various training programs, publications, and curated materials from trusted sources, including state agencies and peer communities. While The League does not offer legal advice, it serves as a critical resource to help municipalities identify issues, gather documentation, and stay informed—empowering local leaders to serve effectively.
Contact your Membership team at membership_team@pml.org for more information.
Advocacy & Legislative Services
Local, State & Federal Representation
The League’s legislative team monitors and influences policy, promotes local government interests, and collaborates with the National League of Cities to ensure federal representation.
Training & Professional Development
Workshops, Webinars & Summits
The League offers in-person and online training programs addressing both day-to-day municipal responsibilities and emerging local and state issues. Key events include the annual Municipal Leadership Summit and the PELRAS Conference.
Procurement & Cost-Saving Programs
Amazon Business Program
A centralized procurement platform offering features like guided buying, category-based lists, discounts on Business Prime, and spending dashboards.
GrantFinder
A searchable database of over 7,400 grants for local governments and nonprofits.
Local Public Procurement Program (L3P)
Simplifies purchasing via assistance with state contracts, quarterly updates, and cooperative buying options.
Municipal Utility Alliance (MUA) Electricity Procurement Program
Helps municipalities manage energy costs efficiently through cooperative purchasing with Constellation Energy.
PLGIT | Procurement Card Program
The Procurement Card Program provides a secure, convenient method for municipalities to streamline their requisition, ordering, receiving and payment processes. These highly secure cards provide employees with a flexible and convenient way to purchase goods and services with the ability to customize transaction limits, spending limits, and vendor access. Implementation of procurement cards may save your municipality time and money, while earning rebates on dollars spent. The program is free and there is no per card fee and no account maintenance fee.
Specialized Programs & Partnerships
AccuWeather Partnership
Members receive severe weather updates and event-specific briefings, plus discounted access to premium forecasting tools.
NLC Service Line Warranty Program
Protects homeowners from costly service line repairs while reducing environmental risks.
PELRAS Program
Provides training, legal resources, and a bi-monthly newsletter on personnel and labor relations.
Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust (PLGIT)
Offers eight investment options, cash management, and rebate programs for member governments.
Insurance & Risk Management
PennPRIME Insurance Trust
Offers customizable insurance coverage (property, liability, workers’ comp) and extensive risk management support designed specifically for Pennsylvania municipalities.
U•COMP Unemployment Compensation Trust
Provides group unemployment compensation with affordable rates, hearing representation, and annual dividend opportunities.
League Partnership Solutions
The League’s Business Leaders Network connects members to vetted professionals offering services in:
- Accounting & Auditing
- Energy Consulting
- IT & Cybersecurity
- Mapping Software (GIS)
- Legal Support
- Telecom & Media
- Insurance & Benefits Consulting
- Security Consulting
Contact Chris Lucco, Director of Member Engagement, at clucco@pml.org for information on member programs and benefits or if you’d like to learn more about joining The League.