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Northumberland Commissioners Split Over Maintaining Property Tax Rate
SUNBURY — On a sharply divided 2-1 vote Thursday, the Northumberland County commissioners seek court approval to maintain the county’s current property tax rate. Commissioner Meghan Beck opposed the request and questioned whether recent savings and increased revenue could allow the county to reduce taxes. Beck said, “We’ve been in a mode of just paying the bills and we aren’t improving the economics of our community. There’s a lot of activities we could potentially be involved in, which would help improve the economics of our county.”
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Pottsville Officials Highlight Redevelopment, Grants and City Improvements at Veterans Day Address
POTTSVILLE — City officials and state lawmakers gathered on the steps of Pottsville City Hall on Wednesday, Veterans Day, to outline redevelopment projects, infrastructure improvements and changes to municipal operations, emphasizing partnerships as a driving force behind the work. The November 11 gathering combined recognition of military veterans with a public update on the city’s progress and priorities. Mayor Tom Smith had invited residents, business owners and community partners to attend the address. Councilman Andy Wollyung hosted the program, which opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Master Sgt. Ed Maze, identified during the event as a 40-year U.S. Army veteran. Speakers included Smith, state Sen. David Argall, state Rep. Tim Twardzik, Pottsville Redevelopment Authority Chairman Bud Quandel and Councilman Jonathan Marsh. Wollyung said moving Pottsville forward requires looking beyond its past accomplishments and building relationships across government and the community. “A great history is a foundation, not a destination,” Wollyung said. “It’s easy to look back and tell a story of what Pottsville was. It’s harder and far more important to decide what Pottsville will be.” More Than $5 Million in Active Grant Projects Smith framed the city’s efforts around projects, programs and partners, while acknowledging that securing