IN Millcreek Summer 2019 | Page 16

Millcreek Township Wins Statewide Awards for Communication Efforts Millcreek Township’s efforts to keep its residents updated and informed about the community have earned the municipality three awards in the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors’ (PSATS) 51st Annual Citizen Communication Contest. The annual contest recognizes townships that have successfully communicated programs and activities to citizens. Millcreek Township tied for first place in the Other Publications category for its 2018 calendar and tied for second place and received third place in the Cable TV Programs category for “SafeNet” and recycling commercials, respectively. The contest attracted entries from across the commonwealth in eight categories, including printed and electronic newsletters, most improved newsletter, other publications, audiovisual communication, cable TV programs, social media, and websites. In all, 36 townships submitted 106 entries for this year’s competition, and 21 individual townships won awards. All contest entries were judged on the usefulness of information presented and how well the information was communicated to township residents. Publications were also judged on their overall attractiveness and readability. Judges for the contest included members of the association’s standing committees and PSATS staff. The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors represents Pennsylvania’s 1,454 townships of the second class and is committed to preserving and strengthening township government and securing greater visibility and involvement for townships in the state and federal political arenas. Townships of the second class represent more residents – 5.5 million Pennsylvanians – than any other type of political subdivision in the commonwealth. New Programs on the Millcreek Government Channel Check out some of our current shows on Spectrum Cable Channel 1024 or on our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/user/millcreektownship. The Millcreek Government Channel (MGC) continues to bring you interesting and educational TV. • Autism Society of NW PA • Asbury Woods • ExpERIEnce Erie Childrens Museum • ANNA Shelter • Big Brothers Big Sisters • Advanced Disposal Greentree Landfill • Mercy Hilltop Center • LEAF • Erie Arts & Culture • Environment Erie – Getting Out In Nature Photo above left: MGC Moderator Judy Zelina interviews Tish Bartlett with the Autism Society of NW Pa to discuss the different programs and activities that are available. Photo below left: MGC Moderator Jessica Stutzman discusses pet adoptions with Ruth Thompson, Executive Director for the ANNA Shelter alongside Australian Cattle Dog, Sonny. 14 MILLCREEK