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Avon Grove School District (AGSD) District Office

Avon Grove School District Approves $115 Million Budget with No Tax Increase, Eyes Enhanced Safety Measures and Mental Health Support

April 27, 2024April 27, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

The Avon Grove School District (AGSD) Board of Directors approved a $115 million budget for the 2024-25 school year. Highlights include funding for safety enhancements, student mental health support, and no tax increase for property owners.

Personal Finance

Mastering Budgeting: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

January 8, 2024January 8, 2024 - by Alec Robson

Once upon a time, in the land of the financially free and savvy, there lived a tribe known as “The Budgeteers.” The Budgeteers were known far and wide for their …

Personal Finance / Seniors

12 Smart Tips for Managing Your Budget on a Fixed Income

September 6, 2023September 5, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Managing finances can be challenging, especially when you’re living on a fixed income. However, by employing smart budgeting strategies, you can maximize your funds and ensure financial stability. Here are …

Regional

Manheim Township, Lancaster County Improves Transparency, Streamlines Budget Work with OpenGov

August 23, 2023August 22, 2023 - by MyChesCo

MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA — Wanting to eliminate the chance of manual budget errors, the Township of Manheim, Pennsylvania sought a reliable solution for its budgeting needs. It found the answer …

Government / Pennsylvania

Highlights from Governor Shapiro’s Signing: Pennsylvania’s Budget Boosts Economy, Schools, and Communities

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 - by MyChesCo

PENNSYLVANIA — Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2023-24 that prioritizes Pennsylvania’s economy, communities, and schools. The budget includes investments in education, support for businesses, …

West Chester Area School District

West Chester Area SD School Board Approves Final 2023-24 Budget with 0% Rate Hike in Chester County

May 26, 2023May 25, 2023 - by MyChesCo

WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) School Board of Directors this week passed a final budget for the 2023-24 school year of $302,294,995, approximately $5.3 …

Personal Finance

How to Build a Budget that Works for You

May 17, 2023May 24, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Building a budget can be the key to achieving financial stability and balance. By creating a plan for your income and expenses, you can make confident decisions about how to …

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)

Regional

SEPTA’s Proposed $1.69 Billion Operating Budget for 2024

April 10, 2023April 9, 2023 - by MyChesCo

PHILADELPHIA, PA — SEPTA recently released a proposed $1.69 billion Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The proposal uses SEPTA’s final installment of federal COVID relief funding that has helped to …

Octorara Area School District

Octorara Area School Board Adopts 2022-23 Budget With 2.6% Tax Increase

July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 - by Alec Robson

ATGLEN, PA — The Octorara Area School Board met on June 20 and unanimously approved a final budget that includes a 2.6% tax increase.