Erie County Report Brings County and State Issues Out in the Open

You've probably noticed recently, there have been more articles here on North East PA Online about county and state issues that go far beyond our local area. The issues concern residents of North East, but they concern everyone else in Erie County, as well. So, I've decided to start another web site, Erie County Report to take on those wider issues. Many of you might like it.

The first article concerns Emerge 2040, the regional plan you may have heard about, but if you're like most residents of the county, there's a good chance you're not familiar with many of the details. You really should know more because it will definitely affect everyone, maybe in ways you don't expect.

Just like on this site, you can easily subscribe to Erie County Report and you'll get a quick email to let you know anytime something's new. Check it out!

Everyone has the right to know what their government is doing.
Transparency is expected in all government meetings and daily operations.
Everyone working for the government works for, and is answerable to, you and me.
All laws, regulations, ordinances, budgets, audits and other public records should be freely available, preferably online, for citizens to examine without special fees and paperwork before they can do so.
When municipalities seek bids for contract work, all bid documents should be available online, free of charge. Printed copies, if requested, should be offered at cost.
Agendas should be posted online a minimum of 3 days before public meetings take place allowing interested citizens an opportunity to hear discussions and offer input on matters important to them.