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Contents: February 2008

Tinkering with Tax Collection
Does Pennsylvania have too many tax collectors? The state thinks so and is behind efforts to trim the their ranks from 560 to 66. We tell you exactly what this means for the commonwealth and its townships.

How to Head Off Snow Removal Complaints
Educating residents about your township’s policies and procedures can help to ease discontent now that the snow has started to fly.

At Odds With Your Auditors?
Public fights. Harsh words. Zero tolerance. If these phrases characterize the relationship you have with your township auditors, then it’s time for action to mend these troubled ties. Our experts tell you how.

Meet PSATS’ Communications Staff
In this installment of "PSATS Profiles," get to know the people behind the Township News and other Association communications projects.

Getting to Know the PSATS Executive Board
Meet PSATS Secretary-Treasurer Les Houck, who is deeply committed to bettering his community and fighting the forces that want to eliminate Pennsylvania’s local governments.

Local Government Week
Show your residents what local government is all about: Plan now to celebrate Local Government Week, April 14-18.

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