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August 2002
In a phenomenon known as "brain drain," young people
with college degrees and professional training are leaving Pennsylvania
at an alarming rate, carrying with them the best hopes for the
commonwealth's economic future. The state has mounted an aggressive
campaign to reverse this trend, and townships can play an important
role in giving young people a reason to stay in Pennsylvania.
The Growing Smarter legislation of 2000 not only amended the Municipalities
Planning Code to give municipalities more planning tools but also
started a statewide trend that's bringing townships and other
local governments together to manage growth, solve common problems,
and achieve shared goals. And with the state picking up part of
the tab, joint planning is making it possible for even financially
strapped townships to prepare for the future.
The National Association of Towns and Townships and its sister
organization, the National Center for Small Communities, provide
valuable services to towns, townships, and other small municipalities
across the country, lobbying for legislation on their behalf,
securing funding, and fighting the daily battle to keep Congress
aware of local government concerns. So why aren't more Pennsylvania
townships taking advantage of NATaT services?
Peters Township in Washington County is saying "Y.E.S."
to youth sports with a program that encourages sportsmanship over
competition.
Check out the progress being made on construction of the Association's
new headquarters, set for occupancy in September.
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- Environmental Digest
- Newsworthy
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