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David Anthony
Mar 123 min read
Amish Aren’t ‘Privy’ to Public Sewage System
Do you mean to tell me you’ve never heard of the Amish Outhouse Controversy of 2004? Well, after more than two decades of legal...
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David Anthony
Feb 262 min read
Tackling the EMS Funding Crisis
In Pennsylvania, municipalities are required by law to ensure emergency medical services (EMS) are available for residents when needed....
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David Anthony
Feb 122 min read
New Law Helps Boroughs Fill Professional Manager Role
Borough manager positions are increasingly difficult to fill – especially with candidates who have the breadth and depth of experience,...
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David Anthony
Jan 292 min read
Understanding the ‘Right of Way’
In local government operations, the “right of way” denotes the legal right of the government to use or control a specific area of land.
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David Anthony
Jan 153 min read
Municipal Secretary: Unsung Hero of Local Government
The municipal secretary often plays a crucial but largely unrecognized role in the administration and smooth functioning of local...
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David Anthony
Dec 18, 20243 min read
‘May’ or ‘Shall’: Similar terms with BIG differences
Sometimes, it just takes one tiny word to completely change the meaning of an entire sentence. Such is the case with “may” versus...
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David Anthony
Dec 4, 20242 min read
When Nature Strikes Hard, Look to ‘Force Majeure’ for Protection
In the wake of the record snowfall that just hit the Erie area over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, it’s worth dusting off a legal term...
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David Anthony
Nov 20, 20243 min read
The Politics in Politically Correct
Words have always intrigued me and piqued my curiosity about their origins and meanings. Recently, I pondered the phrase "politically...
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David Anthony
Nov 6, 20242 min read
We All Suffer from the Great Resignation
One of the terms to be coined during the COVID-19 pandemic was "the great resignation." Essentially, the pandemic spurred a wave of...
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David Anthony
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Top 5 Standards of Duty for Elected Officials
The last blog post focused on the standard of duty for a municipal manager. This post is similar but is dedicated to the standard of duty...
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David Anthony
Oct 9, 20243 min read
Top 10 Standards of Duty for Municipal Managers
The term, "standard of duty," is used in law to describe an obligation that requires a person to act with reasonable care and prudence to...
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David Anthony
Sep 25, 20242 min read
Not a Good Use of ARPA Funds
In early 2022, I wrote a post concerning the use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) monies, a crucial financial aid that...
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David Anthony
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Simplified Parliamentary Procedure Called to Order
Parliamentary procedure plays a crucial role in local government by providing a structured and efficient framework for conducting...
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David Anthony
Aug 28, 20242 min read
Look for these critical skills when searching for a new municipal manager
If your municipality is searching for a new manager, you’ll want to keep an eye out for candidates who have the necessary skills and...
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David Anthony
Aug 14, 20242 min read
Townships, It’s No Game
We’ve all seen ads for games to play on our cell phones. But imagine my surprise when I saw a game called “Township.” It was as if the...
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David Anthony
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Solicitor: Essential Counsel for Municipal Leaders
Municipal leadership can be daunting – especially for new leaders. That’s why having professional counsel at your side is so important....
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David Anthony
Jul 17, 20242 min read
Optional Plan, One Step at a Time
After years of contemplation, Millcreek Township in Erie County is now at a crucial juncture in the process of considering an optional...
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David Anthony
Jul 3, 20242 min read
To Brine or Not to Brine, that is the Question
Pennsylvania's oil and gas industry, which traces its roots back to the 1800s just outside Titusville, holds a significant place in...
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David Anthony
Jun 18, 20242 min read
Emotional Support Zoning
Every so often, an issue in local government comes along that has never been seen before. Such is the case in Warren County, which may...
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David Anthony
May 22, 20242 min read
.com or .gov, Yes There’s a Difference
The .gov domain is reserved exclusively for government entities in the United States. Using a .gov domain adds a level of trust and...
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