All Municipal Impact Studies

The report found that municipal budgets are heavily dependent on state aid, but outdated legislation, slowly growing state appropriations, and level funding in some categories force an increased reliance on property taxes.

During the review period of 2016-2020, the Division of Local Mandates reviewed 1,629 ieces of enacted legislation and identified 29 statutes which have a substantial impact on municipal budgets and operations.

This study examined the state of public infrastructure for roadways, municipal buildings and broadband in the four western most counties in the Commonwealth.

A lack of funding for the state-owned land PILOT program and recent rulings from the Appellate Tax Board related to taxation of solar energy facilities have created uncertainty and strained municipal budgets.

This municipal impact study examines the structures and funding to provide in-service municipal police training in the Commonwealth. It also provides recommendations to supplement funding, bolster facilities, improve guidance on training requirements, and expand accountability.

The report examines the complex set of laws, regulations and funding requirements that have created a confusing system for providing quality education to students in foster care.