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"The PSAB represents the interests of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania. As we move forward, count on your association to assist you in addressing the challenges of local government. Contact PSAB, we are ready to assist you."
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Klaum
Executive Vice President
Conference Information Update
Legislative Action Network
If you are interested in the activities of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, then we have the perfect information outlet. PSAB is building the Legislative Action Network - a group of borough officials who are interested in legislation, the issues that impact their boroughs and how they can help. A letter describing the initiative was recently sent to your borough. Enclosed with the letter was a legislative contact sheet that inquires about your level of participation. Get involved and make change happen!
Legislative Information: Emergency Mandate Suspension Act
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Representative Sam Rohrer (R-Berks) recently unveiled House Bill 2081, or the Emergency Mandate Suspension Act (EMSA), during a press conference. The proposal would provide financial relief to school districts, counties and municipalities that are struggling to pay for unfunded state mandates. The press release is available here. Under Rohrer's measure, if the state mandates a program but then fails to provide adequate funding to implement it, counties, municipalities and school boards would be able to temporarily opt out of the spending initiative. PSAB will make more information available as the initiative progresses.
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Newly Elected Municipal Official Training
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After the January reorganization meeting is the perfect time for both newly elected and returning borough officials to learn more about the local governance process. Ranging from the structure of local government to finances and important laws and programs, the PSAB Newly Elected Municipal Official Training sessions will help build your knowledge base while providing the opportunity to network with other officials in your region. These two-day sessions are being offered in a number of locations around the Commonwealth. For more information, including registration, visit the training schedule or click here for the brochure.
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2010 Payroll Tax Information
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As you are preparing payroll information for the coming year, the information found here will be helpful.
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Local Fiscal Assistance Act: Background & Sample Resolution
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In the November issues of Borough News and the PSAB Update, the Local Fiscal Assistance Act (H.R. 3007) was discussed. Introduced by U.S. Representative Paul Kanjorski of northeastern Pennsylvania, this well-intentioned proposal would provide $30 billion a year to municipalities across the country for three years. The substance of the bill mirrors the Federal General Revenue Sharing Program that was highly regarded by local governments across the country and expired in 1986 without Congressional action. Borough News discussed the initiative in further detail in the Building Blocks column. PSAB encourages you to submit a sample resolution to your Congressional representative in support of H.R. 3007.
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H1N1 Resources
www.flu.gov provides comprehensive government-wide information on pandemic influenza and avian influenza for the general public, health and emergency preparedness professionals, policy makers, government and business leaders, school systems and local communities.
www.dsf.health.state.pa.us is the site through the Pennsylvania Department of Health in which you can learn more about the H1N1 virus including antiviral recommendations, how to care for individuals, guidance for employers and links for pandemic planning.
www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm is a web page through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that addresses prevention, treatment, contamination and cleaning in addition to an overview of the H1N1 virus.
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Code of Ethics
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Over the course of time, PSAB has received a number of member requests for a sample code of ethics. Click here for the sample that Ebensburg Borough recently provided. As with any sample received from PSAB, it is recommended to review the proposal with the borough solicitor prior to implementation.
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EIT: Act 32 Tools
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As changes with the EIT system continue to come, PSAB has made a number of resources available here.
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DCED
EIT Information Sheet: What You Need to Know
EIT Collection Reform In-Depth Analysis
At the Table: May Borough News Article
Sample TCC Delegate Appointment Letter
DCED's Earned Income Tax Consolidation System Best Practices Report
Open Records Tools
Act 3
Revised Q&A
Revised Right-to-Know Highlights
June 2008 Borough News Article
Office of Open Records Web Site
Records Retention & Disposition
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The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, through its Bureau of Archives and History, is responsible for providing archival and records management services to municipal governments. An updated version of the Records Retention & Disposition Schedule was recently released. The document is available for download on the PHMC web site.
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Need Minute Books?
Every borough is required by the Borough Code (Section 1009) to affix minutes into a permanently sealed or bound book, and PSAB is pleased to be able to provide an excellent source for minute books at special discounted rate.
What: Imitation leather minute books with 250 sheets of minute paper numbered 2-sides
Availability & Cost: Half-bound Imitation Leather in Black for $129.95 and Full-bound Imitation Leather in Green, Black or Red for $126.95. The cost is based on a count of 1-500. Also, please note that this quote does not include shipping.
Extras: The gold lettering will be extra.
How to Order: Visit Blumberg Excelsior, Inc.'s web site. The PSAB customer number for these books is PEN1711000.
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Borough Events Calendar Now Online
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PSAB is coordinating an online calendar of events that occur in our boroughs to help boost tourism at the local level. To see what's coming up so that you and your family can attend, click here. To inquire about how your borough can add an event, contact Suzi Kalis at 800-232-7722 ext.30 or skalis@boroughs.org.
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BROADCAST FAX ISSUES
January 2010
February 2010
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PA STATE ASSOCIATION OF BOROUGHS
Since 1911, the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) has represented the interests of boroughs and has helped to shape the laws that have laid the foundation for boroughs and other municipal governments.
Today, PSAB represents over 900 boroughs and more than 9,100 borough officials. Thanks to their efforts and the educational & representational goals of the association, borough officials daily deliver quality leadership and service to the more than 2.1 million borough citizens across the Commonwealth.
Read about how the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs empowers borough officials through an understanding of the many services the association makes available to their communities. In addition, gain a real respect of your role as a public official bolstering local government democracy, the bedrock of Pennsylvania's Commonwealth. PSAB is Pennsylvania's Borough Government Advocate, a legacy dating back to 1911. Be sure to read more about the PSAB Story, not only is it compelling, but dedicated borough officials are its foundation as well as future.
Still have questions? Call 1-800-232-7722 x10!
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