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Supervisors skeptical of regional revenue study; Harris unlikely to join Allegheny Strategy Partners proposal now
Summary
Staff presented a six‑month, $30,000 regional revenue study from Allegheny Strategy Partners; Harris Township’s proposed share would be $1,200. Supervisors and local business owners raised doubts—especially about alcohol‑related fees and whether benefits would flow to the township—so the board did not commit to participate.
At the Feb. 9 meeting, staff briefed supervisors on a proposed six‑month planning effort from Allegheny Strategy Partners (ASP) to analyze local revenue options tied to high visitation in the Center Region and recommend targeted legislation or policy options. ASP proposed a $30,000 work plan; Harris Township’s share if all five municipalities participate would be $1,200.
The briefing emphasized data…
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