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Contents: September 2009

Discovering What It Means to Go Green
Townships across the state are going green with clever conservation strategies that will save money while helping the environment. Their stories might inspire some earth-friendly initiatives in your own community.

Fighting the Pandemic Flu
Fall is the start of flu season, and the experts fear this one could be especially bad in light of the H1N1 global pandemic. Townships can take action by arming residents with information and revisiting their emergency preparedness plans.

Getting a Grip on Gun Control
Local gun control is a murky legal issue that pits state and constitutional law against a mandate to keep residents safe. Townships considering such measures should tread cautiously.

Reporting on Executive Board Activities
The PSATS Executive Board tackled numerous topics at its summer meeting, from the optional county sales tax to court rulings that could affect townships.

Keeping Bears at Bay
The state’s 15,000 bears are on the lookout for food before bedding down for the winter. With safety in mind, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is urging township officials to share tips on how to discourage these visitors.

Going to Bat for Transportation Funding
The National Association of Towns and Townships is urging lawmakers to remember local governments as they’re doling out billions in transportation funds.

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