PSATS E-Mail Discussion Groups
for Pennsylvania's Townships of the Second Class

Why should I join the E-Mail Discussion group?
Millions of people from all walks of life, business and industry groups, and even government agencies have found that email discussions through the Internet are one of the best ways to collaborate and discuss ideas across the globe. These online discussions allow you to easily send an identical mail message - a request for help or information, a job posting, or an announcement, for example -- to all the members of a list simply by sending one message to a single address called a listserver address.

The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS) has created an email discussion group exclusively for township supervisors, secretaries, treasurers and managers in Pennsylvania as a way to communicate with an online community of common interests. In many ways, this discussion group may become the most important resource on the Internet for Pennsylvania's local officials -- a resource that allows officials to consult directly and instantly with their counterparts throughout the commonwealth.

Requirements/Restrictions
The PSATS discussion group was created exclusively for township officials. All subscribers to the list will be verified to ensure that discussions within the group are devoted only to issues related in some way to township government, including questions on such topics as the Township Code, roads and bridges, sewage and water facilities, recycling, planning and zoning, law enforcement, finances, ethics, and recreation. Job postings, bid announcements, and equipment for sale advertisements are also acceptable and encouraged.

We ask that no graphics or documents be sent through the list, as these files tend to be quite large and will slow down an otherwise expedient process of exchanging valuable information through the Internet.

PSATS will also discourage and attempt to block vulgar or hostile messages from reaching the list's membership.

How can I be sure all of the answers and opinions expressed in the discussion are accurate?
While PSATS will administer and oversee the membership and content of the list on a regular basis to help promote accuracy, it is not responsible for the individual opinions or ideas expressed by any member of the email discussion group. When necessary, PSATS staff will attempt to correct any flagrant factual errors by responding to the list as quickly as possible. This discussion group in no way is meant to provide a source for legal opinions. Townships are reminded to consult their solicitors for legal advice.

To sign up for the discussion list, please fill out the form below.

PSATS Technology Discussion Group
PSATS also created a discussion group for township officials devoted to covering computer and technology issues to help minimize off-topic discussions within the original group. This is an excellent way to share experiences and ask questions regarding computers and the Internet.

On-line information and resources that may be of value to townships are common features within the group. Other topics that might appear include such things as web site design services, computer tips, and computer virus information. Both discussion groups provide users with a great way to keep informed and as a means of helping others.

To sign up for the technology discussion list, please fill out the form below.

Who can I contact if I have more questions about this discussion group?
For more information or specific questions about this listserve, contact psatsweb@psats.org.