The 2000 Budget represents a sound but conservative spending plan for Township operations. Given the ongoing economic conditions, we have strived to maintain quality service levels while living within the financial means of our tax base. Department Heads will continue to vigorously watch their spending to meet the 2000 Budget targets. Maintaining current service levels including, infrastructure repair, will continue to be priorities to promote the health, safety and welfare of Township residents. During this time period, the tax base may not expand noticeably due to adverse judicial decisions.
New revenue is required to meet public service demands and to counter inflation.
While our current tax base expands slightly, this growth allows us to barely fund increased costs due to inflation. Tax rates for 2000 may increase or decrease dependent upon the outcome of the Allegheny County Assessment situation. We are anticipating the implementation of the new real estate assessments for 2001. If that comes to fruition, a millage rollback can be expected in 2001. Our residents are also cautioned that its demands do not come without a cost.