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This Month: Pa. Township News Contents
September 2010

Features

Taking a Bite Out of Crime
Rural and suburban townships are facing an influx of troublemakers, and they're definitely not the neighbors you want. Gangs, terrorists, hate groups, and drug traffickers are taking up residence, but townships can fight back with vigilance.

Hiring and Inspiring the Best Employees
Dedicated, hard-working employees keep townships running day after day. It takes more than a classified ad to find good ones, however, and more than a satisfying paycheck to keep them on board.

Staying Up-to-Date through Employment Audits
Township supervisors are familiar with financial audits, but employment audits are just as important. These routine checks of personnel policies, procedures, and benefits can improve operations and lead to savings in the long run.

Heeding the Pension-Fund Plunge
Many municipal pension funds have taken a dive. Those that are still treading water should focus on shoring up their assets and planning now to face an uncertain future.

Raising Townships' Voice in Washington
There's still time to register for the annual legislative conference of the National Association of Towns and Townships, September 15-17. Sign up today!

Summer 2010 Executive Board Meeting
The PSATS Executive Board covered a lot of ground at its summer meeting, with a significant focus on legislative issues. Learn what's happening behind the scenes at your State Association.

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