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Stranded: How States Maroon Districts in Financial Distress
stranded: how states maroon districts in financial distress JULY 2018 CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ....................................................................................... I INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 1 THE STATE ROLE IN SAVING DISTRICTS ....................................................... 3 VOLUNTARY CONSOLIDATION....................................................................... 3 MIDLAND, PENNSYLVANIA ....................................................................... 4 FINANCIAL INCENTIVIZES FOR CONSOLIDATION .................................... 6 POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK ..................................................................... 8 STATE-MANDATED CONSOLIDATION.. ......................................................... 10 THE NATIONAL PICTURE ................................................................................... 11 CONSOLIDATION POLICY SUMMARY ........................................................... 12 CONCLUSION ........................................................................................................ 14 ENDNOTES ............................................................................................................ 16 ENDNOTES: CASE STUDIES .............................................................................. 17 APPENDIX A: STATE CONSOLIDATION POLICIES ....................................... 19 APPENDIX B: CONSOLIDATION ATTEMPTS SINCE 2000 (PA) ................. 32 APPENDIX -
Budget Impact in September, Spring Twp
2017 – 2018 COMMONWEALTH BUDGET These links may expire: January 19 Lawmakers hear state tax proposals HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania lawmakers should consider expanding the base of some state taxes and lowering tax rates in order to address long-standing fiscal issues, several economists told members of a House panel Thursday. That could include making more items subject to the state sales tax and... - Altoona Mirror January 17 All aboard plan to spruce up SEPTA's trolley lines SEPTA’s trolleys haven’t been replaced since the 1980s when Ronald Regan was president, yet they are wildly popular with their 100,000 riders who squeeze into them every day. Thankfully, the transit agency wants to replace them with bigger cars which can handle roughly twice as many... - Philadelphia Inquirer January 16 Legislators outline goals for new year Local legislators look forward to passing bills in the new year, and saying goodbye to the budget woes of 2017. Both Rep. Dan Moul (R-91) and Sen. Rich Alloway II (R-33) were unhappy with the decision to borrow money against future revenue in order to patch the... - Gettysburg Times January 14 Lowman Henry: Pa. budget follies set to resume The last time a Pennsylvania governor signed a full, complete state budget into law was July 10, 2014. Gov. Tom Corbett signed off on that state fiscal plan just days after it was approved by the Legislature, completing a four-year run of on-time state budgets.... - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review January 12 Lawmakers react to governor's opioid state of emergency Local lawmakers said Gov. -
Directions to Hawk Mountain Camp Oreland Troop #1
Directions to Hawk Mountain Camp Oreland Troop #1 From the Philadelphia Area: From the Mid-County Interchange (Exit 20 of the PA Turnpike), follow Interstate 476 (The Northeast Extension) NORTH to EXIT 56 (Lehigh Valley Interchange). Take US Route 22 WEST (to I-78 & Harrisburg) to EXIT 49B (Fogelsville). Follow PA Route 100 NORTH until it terminates. Make a LEFT onto PA Route 309. Follow Route 309 NORTH over Blue Mountain and make a LEFT at interchange with PA Route 895. Follow PA Route 895 WEST for 7 miles until JOE’S AUTO JUNK YARD. (Reduce your speed!). Make a LEFT at the road following the JUNK YARD (Koenig’s Cross) and follow to its terminus and make a RIGHT onto RIDGE ROAD. Follow for .4 mile and make the first LEFT onto OAK DRIVE. This road terminates after .1 mile onto PINE VALLEY ROAD; make a LEFT at the intersection. Follow for .3 mile to next intersection and make a RIGHT on to FOX RUN ROAD. The camp will be .6 mile down on your LEFT. Look for the sign on the TREE. From Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Area and points North: Follow Interstate 81 SOUTH to Exit 138 (McAdoo) and follow PA Route 309 SOUTH. Take Route 309 SOUTH through Tamaqua to the interchange with PA Route 443. Make a RIGHT (Leibey’s Restaurant will be on the RIGHT) onto PA Route 443 WEST. Follow PA 443 to New Ringgold. At the intersection of PA Route 895, continue straight ahead on the county road. DO NOT TURN ONTO PA 895 OR FOLLOW PA 443! This is PINE VALLEY ROAD. -
BLACKHAWK SCHOOL DISTRICT 500 BLACKHAWK ROAD BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010 BOARD of SCHOOL DIRECTORS VOTING SESSION Highland Middle Sc
BLACKHAWK SCHOOL DISTRICT 500 BLACKHAWK ROAD BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010 BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS VOTING SESSION Highland Middle School LGI Room November 19, 2015 PRELIMARY MATTERS Dr. Rose call the meeting to order at 7:33PM. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call was taken. Those in attendance were: Ms. Aquino Mr. Fleischman Mrs. Helsing Mr. May Mr. Pander Dr. Rose Mr. Yonkee Mr. Young Mrs. Kaszer was absent. Also in attendance were: Dr. Kerber – Superintendent Mr. Eric Brandenburg – Business Manager Mr. Hobie Webster – District Solicitor Mr. Noah Sims, Student Representative In the absence of a minister to offer an opening prayer, a moment of silence was held. Mr. Yonkee made a motion to approve the October 8, 2015 meeting minutes. Mr. Pander seconded this motion. Verbal Vote: 8 Yes; 0 No; Motion Carried Mr. May made a motion to approve the October 15, 2015 meeting minutes. Mr. Yonkee seconded this motion. Dr. Rose requested that a couple typographical errors be adjusted prior to posting. Content was correct. Verbal Vote: 8 Yes; 0 No; Motion Carried Dr. Rose advised that there was an executive session held prior to this evening’s meeting for personnel matters. The Reorganization meeting in December will be on Monday, December 7 th . This will be the only board meeting in December. Presentation by the Blackhawk French Students Speaking in French, the students paid tribute to France following the Paris Tragedy. The French AP students have designed a tee shirt as an effort to raise funds to donate to the French Red-Cross. In addition, the art students and cheerleaders are making a support banner to be signed by students and sent to Paris. -
Driving Demand : 2018 Outlook for the Intercity Bus Industry in the United
DRIVING DEMAND 2018 Outlook for the Intercity Bus Industry in the United States BY JOSEPH P. SCHWIETERMAN & BRIAN ANTOLIN | JANUARY 29, 2018 1 CHADDICK INSTITUTE FOR METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT AT DEPAUL UNIVERSITY | POLICY SERIES 2 ntercity bus lines rolled into 2018 with frequency additions on the busiest corridors), I renewed emphasis on route expansion, these additions suggest there is growing ending a period of considerable restraint—and optimism about the financial payoff of increasing targeted retrenchment—with respect to service capacity, which is likely to manifest itself in more offering. A late-year rise in fuel prices and a boost in the rate of economic growth paves the expansion this year. way for new service initiatives while major tech- oriented transformations push the sector in new Among the highlights was BoltBus adding stops directions. This report explores the intercity bus in Fresno, CA and Richmond, VA, and Megabus industry’s performance and competitive status. adding new routes to Annapolis, MD and Virginia Part I provides insights into what can be Beach, resuming a daily roundtrip to Omaha, and expected to affect the sector over the next adding new stops in Florida. Go Buses expanded several years based on a review of notable trends. Part II reviews the most significant beyond the Northeast by adding routes to Key service changes in various regions of the West Florida, while Jefferson Lines returned to country, while Part III looks to the future. Winnipeg—initiatives discussed further in Section III. I. SHORT-TERM OUTLOOK FOR THE In the Northeast, much of the impetus for growth was the heavily publicized termination of INTERCITY BUS INDUSTRY the Pool Agreement between Greyhound and Five trends stand out that illustrate the notable Peter Pan on September 27, 2017. -
Penndot Imposes Restrictions in Advance of Winter Weather
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2018 PennDOT Imposes Restrictions In Advance Of Winter Weather Harrisburg, PA – In anticipation of significant snow fall across Pennsylvania beginning Tuesday night, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will impose a series of restrictions on most interstates beginning at 8 PM. PennDOT is imposing a ban on empty straight CDL-weighted trucks, tractors hauling double trailers, tractors hauling empty trailers, trailers pulled by passenger vehicles, pick-up trucks, motorcycles and recreational vehicles, or RVs, on: - Interstate 76 across the state, which includes the Schuylkill Expressway and the East- West Turnpike mainline. - Interstates 276 and 476, a portion of the mainline Turnpike in southeastern Pennsylvania and the entire Northeastern Extension. - Interstate 176 (entire length) - Interstate 95 (entire length) - Interstate 78 (entire length) - Interstate 80 from the New Jersey line to the junction with Interstate 81. - Interstate 81 from the Maryland line to the junction with Interstate 80. - Interstate 99 (entire length) - Interstate 79 from the Turnpike to Interstate 80. In addition, also beginning at 8 PM, a full ban on commercial vehicles will be imposed on: - Interstate 70, from the Maryland line to the Turnpike. - Interstate 83 (entire length) - Interstate 84 (entire length) - Interstate 380 (entire length) - A commercial vehicle is defined as a vehicle used for commerce and meets one of the following conditions: - Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating, or gross vehicle weight or gross combination weight, of 17,001 pounds or more, whichever is greater. - Is designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers (including the driver) for compensation. -
Storm Data and Unusual Weather Phenomena ....…….…....………..……
FEBRUARY 2003 VOLUME 45 NUMBER 2 SSTORMTORM DDATAATA AND UNUSUAL WEATHER PHENOMENA WITH LATE REPORTS AND CORRECTIONS NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION noaa NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SATELLITE, DATA AND INFORMATION SERVICE NATIONAL CLIMATIC DATA CENTER, ASHEVILLE, NC Cover: A complex storm system brought wintery weather across northern Virginia between February 14 and 18th. Nicknamed the “President’s Weekend Snowstorm of 2003”, this storm is listed as the 5th heaviest snowstorm in Washington D.C. since 1870. A total of 16.7 inches of snow and sleet was recorded at Reagan National Airport. Pictured is a wintery scene from Leesburg, VA where snow amounts ranged from 20 to 36 inches. (Photo courtesy: Jim DeCarufel, NWS Forecast Offi ce Baltimore/Washington.) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Outstanding Storm of the Month …..…………….….........……..…………..…….…..…..... 4 Storm Data and Unusual Weather Phenomena ....…….…....………..……...........…............ 5 Reference Notes .............……...........................……….........…..……............................................. 154 STORM DATA (ISSN 0039-1972) National Climatic Data Center Editor: William Angel Assistant Editors: Stuart Hinson and Rhonda Mooring STORM DATA is prepared, and distributed by the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC), National Environmental Satellite, Data and Information Service (NESDIS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Storm Data and Unusual Weather Phenomena narratives and Hurricane/Tropical Storm summaries are prepared by the National Weather Service. Monthly and annual statistics and summaries of tornado and lightning events re- sulting in deaths, injuries, and damage are compiled by the National Climatic Data Center and the National Weather Service’s (NWS) Storm Prediction Center. STORM DATA contains all confi rmed information on storms available to our staff at the time of publication. Late reports and corrections will be printed in each edition. -
Via Electronic Filing
17 North Second Street 12th Floor Harrisburg, PA 17101-1601 717-731-1970 Main 717-731-1985 Main Fax www.postschell.com Garrett P. Lent Associate [email protected] 717-612-6032 Direct 717-731-1979 Direct Fax File #: 174732 December 28, 2018 VIA ELECTRONIC FILING Rosemary Chiavetta Secretary Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Commonwealth Keystone Building 400 North Street, 2nd Floor North P.O. Box 3265 Harrisburg, PA 17105-3265 Re: Joint Application of Aqua America, Inc., Aqua Pennsylvania, Inc., Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc., Peoples Natural Gas Company LLC and Peoples Gas Company LLC for All of the Authority and the Necessary Certificates of Public Convenience to Approve a Change in Control of Peoples Natural Gas Company LLC and Peoples Gas Company LLC by Way of the Purchase of All of LDC Funding, LLC’s Membership Interests by Aqua America, Inc. Docket Nos. A-2018-300606L A-2018-3006062 and A-2018-3006063 Dear Secretary Chiavetta: Attached for filing are Proofs of Publication regarding the Legal Notice for the above-referenced proceedings. Pursuant to the directive in your November 19, 2018, letter, the notice was published one time in newspapers of general circulation in the area involved. Copies are being provided per the attached Certificate of Service. Sincerely, GPL/kls Enclosure Allentown Harrisburg Lancaster Philadelphia Pittsburgh Princeton Washington, D.C. A Pennsylvania Professional Corporation Rosemary Chiavetta December 28, 2018 Page 2 cc: Certificate of Service Sm ^Booig aJB saujipeai J|aem ;ad sAep / si sajnoj jje u> ■a|0|49A aiqajiaj cAsq jsi **»**■» PROOF OF PUB]|l«"Wii» SSST^STVlTOONA MIRROR I sPU9)(aa« uo iBuoijippa i! dub sisHp, STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF BLAIR ____________ Ray Eckenrode _______ , being duly sworn says: That he is the General Manager of the ALTOONA MIRROR, a newspaper of general circulation, published at Number 301 Cayuga Avenue, Township of Logan, City of Altoona, County of Blair, and State of Pennsylvania. -
Blackhawk School District 500 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls, Pa 15010
BLACKHAWK SCHOOL DISTRICT 500 BLACKHAWK ROAD BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010 BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS’ VOTING MEETING Northwestern Primary School Cafeteria April 18, 2013 MEETING MINUTES PRELIMINARY MATTERS Mr. Richard Oswald, Board President, called the meeting to order at 7:34 PM. and led the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was answered by eight members, a quorum. Those in attendance were: Mr. Calabria Mr. Clendennen Mr. Fitzgerald Mr. Fleischman Mr. Inman Mr. May Mr. Oswald Dr. Rose Absent was: Mr. Heckathorn Also attending were: Dr. Miller- Superintendent Mr. Salopek- Solicitor Mr. Wessel- Board Secretary Mr. Oswald introduced Pastor Judy Angleberger from the Steffin Hill Presbyterian, who gave the invocation. PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Fleischman offered the following congratulations on behalf of the Board to: Blackhawk Intermediate School’s Mia Bartoles for being a winner in the Chesapeake’s Discovering Tomorrow’s Leaders program. The school will receive 3 iPad minis in honor of Mia. Gennifer Dusold, Amber Leitsch and Steve Genova for being selected as a student honoree for the 2013 Beaver Valley Musicians Hall of Fame. This recognition enables these students to be eligible for a scholarship along with recognition at an awards ceremony. Frantzi Schaub for winning Mr. Beaver County, 2013. Frantzi competed with other area students in the Prevention Network sponsored, Mr. Beaver County Competition at Central Valley High School. Proceeds benefit the American Stroke Association. The BHS Band for their success at the Three Rivers Winter Ensemble Association Championships. BHS Percussion took first place and our guard took sixth place. Mr. Fleischman introduced Mrs. -
2013 Newsletter 1
2013 Newsletter PRST STD Hopewell Township U.S. POSTAGE 1700 Clark Boulevard PAID Aliquippa, PA 15001 Permit 403 Bellmawr NJ HIGHLIGHTS Flag design by in honor of the 200 year Brea Davis-Vazquez, celebration of Hopewell Jennah Ellis, Kivana Hill, Township, Beaver Mallory Marchioni County, Pennsylvania. This Community Newsletter is produced for and Kara Walbek Hopewell Township by Hometown Press 215.257.1500 • All rights reserved® To Place An Ad Call Terry At Hometown Press • 724-312-2823 OUR MISSION The Board of Commissioners and employees of Hopewell Township thereby pledge to: • Safeguard and strengthen the public’s trust • Provide the highest quality of community service in the most fiscally efficient manner • Maintain fair and reasonable taxation by means of fiscal responsibility • Utilize innovation and current technology to enhance public services Friendly Federal Credit Union • Foster a positive workplace for Township Staff so residents receive courteous service “A Full Service Credit Union” • Maintain open communication between municipal government and the public sector OUR VISION STATEMENT 2000 Main Street • Aliquippa, PA 15001 Develop visionary goals to advance our mission and seek opportunities for development (724) 375-0488 that will move Hopewell Township progressively forward Deanna Ross, CEO DESCRIPTION OF HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP • Hopewell Township is a First Class Township with a population of 12,433 encompassing an area of 17.2 square miles and situated within Beaver County, bordering the northwestern tip of Allegheny County. • Hopewell Township has over 75 miles of local roads and 50 miles of State highways and 297 streets. • There are approximately 5,350 residential homes, combined with business establishments has an assessed valuation of $165,243,000. -
Networking Transportation
Networking Transportation April 2017 CONNECTIONS G R E A TER PHIL A D ELPHI A E N G A GE, C OLL A B O R A T E , ENV I S ION The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission is dedicated to uniting the region’s elected officials, planning professionals, and the public with a common vision of making a great region even greater. Shaping the way we live, work, and play, DVRPC builds consensus on improving transportation, promoting smart growth, protecting the environment, and enhancing the economy. We serve a diverse region of nine counties: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania; and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer in New Jersey. DVRPC is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Greater Philadelphia Region — leading the way to a better future. The symbol in our logo is adapted from the official DVRPC seal and is designed as a stylized image of the Delaware Valley. The outer ring symbolizes the region as a whole while the diagonal bar signifies the Delaware River. The two adjoining crescents represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. DVRPC is funded by a variety of funding sources including federal grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), the Pennsylvania and New Jersey departments of transportation, as well as by DVRPC’s state and local member governments. The authors, however, are solely responsible for the findings and conclusions herein, which may not represent the official views or policies of the funding agencies. -
March 16, 2021 Time: 10:00 A.M
Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council 121 East Court Street Ithaca, New York 14850 Phone: (607) 274-5570 E-Mail: [email protected] www.tompkinscountyny.gov/itctc AGENDA AND MEETING NOTICE PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Time: 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Location: Remote meeting Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84504510742 Meeting ID: 845 0451 0742 Call In:1.929.205.609, 84504510742# US (New York) I. Public Comment Period II. Approval of Joint Committee Action Summary – January 19, 2021 Planning Committee Chair III. 2020-2024 TIP Actions: Administrative Modifications a. PIN 375589 - Cecil Malone Bridge over Flood Relief Control Channel ITCTC and City of Ithaca Staff b.PIN 375650 – PSAP City of Ithaca ITCTC and City of Ithaca Staff Report to Committee c.Central Chapel Rd over Boice Creek – local funds IV. 2020-2024 TIP Actions: Amendments FTA Tables – Sect. 5339 Dwight Mengel V. Director’s Report Fernando de Aragón VI. Member Reports Committee Members VII. Adjournment ** Please allow two hours for this meeting** ITEM I Public Comment Period Report: This agenda item is provided for the purpose of allowing members of the public to comment on issues of concern. Action Requested: This item is for informational purposes. ITEM II Approval of Joint Committee Action Summary – January 19, 2021 Report: The January 19, 2021 Action Summary is attached to the end of this meeting packet. Action Requested: Motion to approve the January 19, 2021 Action Summary. ITEM III.a. Administrative Modification a. PIN 375589 - Cecil Malone Bridge over Flood Relief Control Channel Report: The City of Ithaca is requesting an administrative modification to the Cecil Malone over Flood Relief Control Channel Project-PIN 375589.