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Contents: April 2008

Reinventing Right-to-Know
Lawmakers recently made some significant changes to Pennsylvania’s Open Records Act. In this article, we explore the new law and explain its impact on your township.

Putting Safety First at Parks and Playgrounds
Spring is here, and children and adults alike are ready for some fun. The question is, are your parks and playgrounds in good shape? Read this month’s Risk Management Review column to learn how your township can put safety first and limit its liability.

Testimony: Just Say ‘No’ to Statewide Cable Franchise
Attorney Dan Cohen, testifying on behalf of PSATS, recently warned lawmakers that a new bill that would create a statewide cable franchise would do more harm than good.

Get to Know the PSATS Executive Board
Meet Executive Board Vice Chairman and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Tim Horner, a partnering pioneer.

Meet the Nominees for PSATS Offices
Before you attend the Association’s 86th Annual Educational Conference in May, take this opportunity to learn more about the nominees for the PSATS Executive Board.

Poll: Population Shifts Cause Concern

PSATS Profiles: The Administrative Staff
This month, we introduce readers to the administrative staff, who keep the Association running like a well-oiled machine.

Making the Most of Your Relationships
Motivational speaker Mark Towers explains how you can build more meaningful relationships at work and home.

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