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municipalauthorities.org | 3 Reprint permission: Some articles may be available, in whole or in part, for reprint; however written permission must be obtained by contacting Jennifer Case at case@municipalauthorities.org . Statement of ownership: The Authority is published bi-monthly by the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association, 1000 North Front Street, Suite 401, Wormleysburg, PA 17043. Postmaster: Send address changes to The Authority at this address. Advertising & Sales questions: Mandi E. Glantz, CAE at glantz@municipalauthorities.org. Comments/Questions: Jennifer Case at case@municipalauthorities.org. Copyright© 2025 by the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written consent is prohibited. Statement of facts and opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the authors. Publication of articles and advertisements does not reflect any direct or implied endorsement of the author’s views. The Association reserves the right to edit and/or provide graphic content to support articles or information printed or provided in this publication. Douglas E. Bilheimer Publisher Jennifer L. Case Editor Mandi E. Glantz, CAE Advertising Kimberly A. Miller Layout & Design October 2025 Volume 57, No. 5 Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association 1000 North Front Street, Suite 401 Wormleysburg, PA 17043 Phone: 717-737-7655 Fax: 717-737-8431 info@municipalauthorities.org municipalauthorities.org facebook.com/pamunicipalauthorities linkedin.com/company/ pamunicipalauthorities/ E ditor ’ s N otE Melissa Radovanic, Chair Greater Johnstown Water Authority/RDM - Johnstown, LLC Christine Gunsaullus The Tank Queen, LLC Timothy Hagey Warminster Township Municipal Authority Deanna Hassinger Mifflin County Municipal Authority Lindsay Hughes North Penn Water Authority C ommuNiCatioNs C ommittEE Matt Junker Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County Evan Ridington Arthur Hall Insurance Susan Sampson Lehigh County Authority Amy Schirf Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority Michael Schober, PE ARRO Consulting, Inc. As we celebrate the 22 nd national recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, authorities must continue to employ the latest skills and technologies to protect their systems and customers from cyber risks. Every size authority has the opportunity to implement fundamental safety measures and use online best practices every day without becoming an IT expert. This issue of The Authority provides the latest cybersecurity knowledge and industry insights to assist you in mitigating and staying ahead of evolving cyber threats. As one author in this issue explains, a “breach in IT (information technology) can quickly cascade into OT (operational technology), threatening water quality, service, continuity, public safety and community public trust.” Recognizing cyber risk as a form of operational risk is crucial for building comprehensive systemwide resilience. As AI applications are advancing alongside technological progress in cybersecurity, it is important to note that this integration introduces new cyber risks and vulnerabilities, creating expanded entry points for cyberattacks. When implemented responsibly with appropriate security measures, AI can enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and automate complex processes. Learn how authorities are successfully integrating AI technologies in their daily operations. As AI continues to evolve, the key is to embrace its potential while remaining vigilant about its risks.