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The following words and phrases when used in this subchapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
“Administrator.” A service district administrator appointed pursuant to section 434. 1
“District.” An unincorporated service district created by section 441. 2
“District advisory committee.” A service district advisory committee established by section 442. 3
“Governing standards.” Provisions within an essential services plan providing for certain conduct of residents and property owners as provided by section 436(c). 4
“Municipality.” A county, city, borough, incorporated town, township or home rule municipality that does not provide police service or fire service through its employees. The term does not include a city of the first class.
“Restricted account.” An account established in the State Treasury as provided by section 445.1. 5
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Pennsylvania Statutes Title 53 P.S. Municipal and Quasi-Municipal Corporations § 11701.431. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/pa/title-53-ps-municipal-and-quasimunicipal-corporations/pa-st-sect-53-11701-431/
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