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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 Annual Conference Slide Show and Handouts On Sunday, April 26, the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland Security issued a nationwide public health emergency declaration due to the spread of the swine flu, and more recently, the World Health Organization raised the pandemic alert.
For information on swine flu, visit the Center for Disease Control. In Pennsylvania, the Department of Health has also made a wealth of information available to the public. All U.S. Department of Health and Human Services press releases, fact sheets and other press materials are available here.
The PSAB Training Department is hosting, "The Swine Flu and What You Need to Know," a lunch time webinar on Thursday, May 7. Click here for further details and to register.
To help your borough prepare to implement Act 32, a series of training courses are being held in June. The sessions will review key components of this new legislation, what you should be considering now and the actions you need to take over the next three years. More information, including dates and locations, can be found in the brochure. PSAB and the other statewide municipal associations recently held a press conference to call for an optional 1% sales tax. The revenue stream would benefit the county and municipalities. The following are items of interest from the event: Press Release Key Facts Distribution of Funds Chart Wondering what funding your borough's projects may be eligible for? PSAB took the time to review the document and compile a list of programs, details and contacts. The most recent details are now available:
Act 3 Revised Q&A Revised Right-to-Know Highlights June 2008 Borough News Article Office of Open Records Web Site 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. 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.
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.
To help your borough prepare to implement Act 32, a series of training courses are being held in June. The sessions will review key components of this new legislation, what you should be considering now and the actions you need to take over the next three years. More information, including dates and locations, can be found in the brochure. On June 4th the Pennsylvania State Supreme Court handed down a decision in the appeal of Borough of Youngwood v. Prevailing Wage Appeals Board. A PSAB Alert describing the implications was faxed to every member borough. Recent newspaper articles are available through the Legislative Information link (Issues in the News), or by clicking here. In mid-June, a matrix designating maintenance and construction practices was released. 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.
January 09 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.
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