reduction incentive volunteer exchange programs provide much-
needed relief to senior citizens, who often struggle to meet the
rising cost of property taxes, and help municipalities meet an
increasing demand for a variety of services.
Section 3. Definitions.
The following words and phrases when used in this act shall
have the meanings given to them in this section unless the
context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Municipality." A city, borough, incorporated town, township
of the first class, township of the second class or home rule
municipality formerly classified as a city, borough,
incorporated town or township.
"Participant." An individual who:
(1) is 60 years of age or older;
(2) has been a resident of this Commonwealth for at
least 90 days;
(3) owns real property located in a municipality that
has established a program; and
(4) participates in the municipality's program.
"Program." A senior citizen tax reduction incentive
volunteer exchange program authorized under section 4(a).
Section 4. Program guidelines.
(a) Establishment.--A municipality may establish a senior
citizen tax reduction incentive volunteer exchange program that
provides real property tax credits to participants in exchange
for participants performing volunteer services for the
municipality. A municipality may adopt specific guidelines
regarding the program, including the acceptance of participants.
The guidelines shall include a criminal background check for
each individual seeking to participate in the program.
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