MTAS conducted this study by a review of submitted documentation, field study work involving interviews with Mount Pleasant personnel, physical inspection of the fire station and equipment, and a tour of the service area. This report provides an outside perspective of the city's fire services and future needs.

FEMA will reimburse mutual aid costs under certain conditions.

MTAS was asked whether the mayor can appoint members of the board of mayor and aldermen as members of the planning commission.

MTAS was asked about the benefits of having an employee handbook; includes two examples of handbooks.

MTAS was asked to research several issues relating to collection of personal property taxes and prepare a report listing relevant statutes, charter provisions and options available to the city for collection of the taxes.

Cities need to be aware that forming a Joint Economic and Community Development Board is part of the growth plan process. Certain grants will be unavailable to counties and cities if a board is not established by July 1, 2001.

MTAS was asked whether the TCA prohibits the arresting officer from taking drivers licenses in municipal traffic ordinance violation cases to insure the appearance of the violators in court.

MTAS was asked to develop MD&A for inclusion in FY2004 audit.

MTAS was asked how to process payroll taxes for a severance payment.

MTAS was asked whether an E-911 agreement appears to have been legally entered into by the city and the county and whether its durational period appears to be both consistent with the Interlocal Cooperation Act and reasonable.