Local governments stand as the level of government closest to the people—often the most visible, responsive, and directly accountable. They are the foundation of strong communities across Pennsylvania, tirelessly safeguarding public safety, promoting health and wellness, and delivering the everyday services that shape our quality of life.

From bustling urban centers to quiet rural townships, dedicated local officials and public servants—many of them volunteers—manage an essential array of responsibilities: maintaining roads and bridges, providing police, fire, and emergency medical services, overseeing parks and recreation, delivering social services, ensuring clean water and waste management, and much more. These efforts, often performed quietly and without fanfare, directly touch every resident, business, and family in the Commonwealth.

This year, we have the opportunity to shine a well-deserved spotlight on their contributions. We invite you to join us as a co-sponsor of this resolution designating April 20 through 24, 2026, as “Local Government Week” and April 22, 2026, as “Local Government Day” in Pennsylvania.

By recognizing these dates, we honor the commitment, innovation, and public service of our local leaders and employees, while encouraging greater civic engagement and appreciation for the vital role local government plays in building thriving, resilient communities for all Pennsylvanians.

Your support will help celebrate those who serve closest to home—thank you for considering co-sponsorship.