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911 funding must be prioritized and put into proper perspective
Pennsylvanians want to be heard in the most challenging or devastating moments of their lives, and they want to know help is on the way.
CCAP Announces 2024 Officers and Awards Recipients
CCAP elected their 2024 officers and presented seven county government awards during its 137th Annual Conference and Trade Show
The Impasse is over but PA counties and Residents still need help
While counties value this closure, there remains much work to be done on counties’ top priorities of mental health funding.
Governor Signs Budget Bill Into Law
On August 3, Gov. Shapiro signed the general appropriations bill containing spending amounts for the FY 2023-2024 budget
Pennsylvania Counties Respond to Month-long State Budget Stalemate
The sky might not be falling yet, but we have to prepare for what could be a grim reality.
County Impacts of FY 2023-2024 Budget
CCAP Completes Analysis of Impacts to County Line Items from HB 611
House Passes Budget with Governor's Pledge
Late Wednesday, the House passed HB 611, which contained the FY 2023-2024 state budget with a promise from the Governor to eliminate school-choice funding
Senate Amends and Passes Budget Bill
On Friday, the Senate Appropriations Committee amended HB 611, which was passed by the full Senate Friday afternoon
CCAP Announces Graduates from Center for Excellence in County Leadership
The CEL program focuses on fostering individual growth through interactive and immersive training aimed at improving participants’ communication, decision-making, and leadership skills.
House Appropriations Committee Amends Budget Bill
On Monday, the House Appropriations Committee amended HB 611
Counties Call for Immediate Action on Mental Health Funding and 911
Counties Call for Immediate Action on Mental Health Funding and 911
IFO Releases Initial Revenue Estimates for FY 2023-2024
The IFO projected its initial revenue estimates for FY 2023-2024.
Unofficial Results: PA County Elections
Local Government Week Highlights PA County Government’s Role in Daily Life
“County government, without a doubt, has a significant impact on communities. This is a great time to spotlight how crucial county programs are to every resident, often in ways they don’t realize.”
2022 CCAP Annual Report Now Available
CCAP’s 2022 Annual Report, highlights the Association’s activities and accomplishments over the previous year is now available.
CCAP Annual Report Now Available
County FY 2023-2024 Budget Analysis
CCAP has completed a detailed narrative analyzing the impacts to county line items.
Gov. Shapiro Delivers FY 2023-2024 Budget Address
Gov. Shapiro delivered his budget address outlining his $44.4 billion budget for FY 2023-2024
PA counties join national conversation about mental health system crisis
“Counties are facing a critical breaking point."
House and Senate Appropriations Budget Hearings
House and Senate Appropriations committees will be holding hearings on the Governor's FY 2023-2024 commonwealth budget
Counties not at fault for different election practices
It cannot be stressed enough that counties want clear, explicit rules when it comes to election procedure.
County Connections: 911 Funding and Broadband Expansion
911 Funding Headlines Pa Counties’ Six Legislative Priorities in 2023
911 Funding Headlines Pa Counties’ Six Legislative Priorities in 2023
17 County Officials Complete CCAP Academy for Excellence
More than 160 county officials have graduated from the program since its inception in 1996.
PA Counties Prepared to Run another Fair, Secure and Accurate Election
CCAP Reminds Voters of Important Facts Before Election Day
Pennsylvania Counties Support Commission’s Mental Health Funding Recommendation
Counties cannot properly address a variety of mental health crises without substantial support from this Commission and the General Assembly.
County Connections: Elections 101
County Connections: Elections 101
Hear from county officials about how elections are conducted in Pennsylvania.
CCAP Announces 2023 Officers and Awards Recipients at Annual Conference
CCAP elected their 2023 officers and presented seven county government awards during its 136th Annual Conference in Lancaster.
Counties Receive No Increase in Funding for Mental Health
Counties recently received confirmation that the county mental health base would not see an increase, despite the increase of $43 million to the overall line.
County Impacts of FY 2022-2023 Budget
CCAP Completes Analysis of Impacts to County Line Items
Governor Signs Budget and Revenue Bills Into Law
On July 11, Gov. Wolf signed one of the final budget bills comprising a revenue package to complete the FY 2022-2023 budget
FY 2022-2023 Bills Pass Senate, Headed to Governor
The Senate approved SB 1100
IFO Issues Official Revenue Estimate for FY 2022-2023
The states Independent Fiscal Office issued its official revenue estimate on June 23.
CCAP Board of Directors Meet in Bradford County
In addition to their meeting, the Board of Directors were also given a tour of Bradford County.
IFO Releases Initial Revenue Estimates for FY 2022-2023
The IFO projected its initial revenue estimates for FY 2022-2023.
Amid a Funding Crisis, County Leaders and Partners Speak Out During Mental Health Awareness Month
CCAP 2021 Annual Report
The 2021 Annual Report focuses on CCAP's progress on member-driven action goals.

County Connections

This episode revolves around how counties conduct elections from start to finish. Guests include Montgomery County Commissioner Ken Lawrence, York County Commissioner Julie Wheeler and Lycoming County Director of Elections and Registration Forrest Lehman. County Connections is hosted by CCAP Executive Director Lisa Schaefer.