Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors

Pennsylvania Township News

Contents September 2005

The Great Debate: Are Fewer, Bigger Governments Better?
Pennsylvania has too many local governments, critics say, but a new report written by consolidation expert Wendell Cox has found that while Pennsylvania has its demons, local government isn’t one of them and residents rather like their system of local governance. In fact, Cox has found that smaller government is better government.
Report Makes Recommendations to Keep Fire Companies from Going Up in Smoke
Declining membership and financial resources have put a strain on the state’s volunteer fire companies. Find out how the state intends to safeguard their future.
Developing a Brownfield? Do Your Homework
In Part 2 of this two-part series, a brownfields policy specialist gives an overview of the site redevelopment process, tips on getting started, and tools that can help your township cash in on brownfields.
Executive Board Report
PSATS’ Executive Board met this summer and spent the session discussing a number of topics, including the Cox report, which is the Association’s response to the Brookings report (see the cover story), the outcome of the ACRE initiative, and the renewal of PSATS’ state contracts.

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