HomeMy WebLinkAbout79-030 CollieMr. George M. Collie
P.O. Box 9
Buckingham, PA 18912
Dear Mr. Collie:
STATE ETHICS COMMISSION
HARRISBURG, PA.
July 9, 1979
79 - 030
In your letter of February 9, 1979, you requested an advisory
opinion from the State Ethics Commission concerning the application of
Act 170 of 1978 to your position as a member of the Buckingham Township
Park and Recreation Board. You explained that you were appointed to the
Board and serve without pay.
Act 170 applies to "public employees" and "public officials" of
the Commonwealth and political subdivioions thereof. The Act specifically
excludes "public officials" who are appointed to their position and who
receive "no compensation other than reimbursement for actual expenses."
It is the Commission's opinion that as an appointed, non - compensated member
of the Park and Recreation Board you are not covered by the provisions of
Act 170.
such.
This letter is a public record and will be made available as
State Ethics Commission
308 Finance Building
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717)783 -1610
Sincerely,
2
aul J.
Chairman