Leadership York aims to educate, unite, and motivate people to take on leadership roles within the York community. The organization was founded in 1978 and boasts over 4,200 graduates from its six programs. Those graduates provide leadership to more than 250 nonprofit organizations and serve thousands of constituents in state and local government. Leadership York is the primary resource for developing inspired leadership for our changing community. “I am extremely excited and honored to become part of the Board of Directors for Leadership York,” says Gabel. “I was lucky enough to participate in the Mentorship York program in 2021 and… read more »
The Arc Ball and Auction 2024
Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour, all in support of people with intellectual and other disabilities. The Arc of York County will hold The Arc Ball and Auction on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM at the Country Club of York. The Arc Ball and Auction is a black-tie optional affair that features a lavish cocktail reception, a formal dinner, a fantastic lifestyles auction, and hours of dancing to “Britishmania.” It’s sure to be a magical night… all to raise money to benefit people with disabilities in south central Pennsylvania! CGA Law Firm is a proud… read more »
The Future of EMS Service in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Act (the “Act”) gives municipal authorities in Pennsylvania the ability to do a number of things, including the authority to provide water service, sewer service, and storm water management; the power to operate incinerator plants and landfills; and operate several kinds of public transportation networks. One item not found on the list of items that a municipal authority can do is operate an emergency medical services (EMS) provider. Over the last several years, many municipalities have seen a precipitous drop in the number of volunteers that have traditionally provided both fire and EMS services to these… read more »
25th Annual Rail Trail 10-Miler
On August 26, 2023, The Arc of York County will hold its 25th annual Rail Trail 10-Miler to benefit individuals with intellectual and other disabilities in south central Pennsylvania. The race starts at Liberty Christian Fellowship Church in Seven Valleys, PA and runs ten gentle, downhill miles one-way north along the scenic York County Heritage Rail Trail, passing through the oldest operational train tunnel in the nation, finishing on the Rail Trail near Princess Street in downtown York, PA. After the runners finish the course, post race refreshments (including craft beer from Collusion Tapworks) and entertainment will take place at… read more »
Registration Open: 25th Annual Rail Trail 10-Miler
On August 26, 2023, The Arc of York County will hold its 25th annual Rail Trail 10-Miler to benefit individuals with intellectual and other disabilities in south central Pennsylvania. The race starts at 8:00 AM at Liberty Christian Fellowship Church in Seven Valleys, PA and runs ten gentle, downhill miles one-way north along the scenic York County Heritage Rail Trail, passing through the oldest operational train tunnel in the nation, finishing on the Rail Trail near Princess Street in downtown York, PA. After the runners finish the course, post race refreshments and entertainment will take place at the Agricultural and… read more »
Congratulations to Our 2023 Super Lawyers!
Attorneys Evan M. Gabel, Hunter B. Schenck, and Larry Young have all been selected to Super Lawyers in 2023. Attorneys Evan M. Gabel and Hunter B. Schenck have been selected to Rising Stars and Attorney Larry Young has been selected to Super Lawyers. This year marks Evan’s second consecutive year as a Rising Star (2022-2023), Hunter’s third consecutive year as a Rising Star (2021-2023), and Larry’s seventeenth consecutive year as a Super Lawyer (2006-2023). Attorneys named to the Super Lawyers list must have attained “peer recognition and professional achievement” before undergoing a patented selection process. This selection process is influenced… read more »
How To Protect Your Business from Litigation
Litigation has affected many Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) licensees with dram shop actions, slip and fall accidents, workers’ compensation claims, etc. The most well-known way to protect assets is to hold the PLCB license under a separate operating company or individual. Another way to protect a business is to use high-quality surveillance cameras. Cameras can be installed in conspicuous places, such as doorways, parking lots, the restaurant seating area, the bar seating area, and possibly outside lavatories. Many restaurants or social clubs that use surveillance cameras only retain the tapes for one (1) month to sixty (60) days. Given… read more »
To-Do List for PA Municipalities Before the Calendar Flips
As we get near the end of 2022, it is time for local municipalities in Pennsylvania to begin thinking about everything that needs to be accomplished before the calendar flips to 2023. Four of the major items that every municipality needs to accomplish before the end of the year are the passage of a budget, adoption of a tax resolution or ordinance, making necessary appointments or re-appointments to boards and commissions, and advertisement of meetings for the following year. Once a tentative budget has been ironed out, the board or council must approve advertisement of that tentative budget. This action… read more »
The Barstools at the Belmont Theatre
A Musical on the Main Stage At The Belmont Theatre. Theme: Back to the Future! April 7-9th, 2022 Thursday through Saturday showtimes at 7:30pm CGA cast members include attorneys John Wilson, Jack Hartman, Ron Perry, Evan Gabel, Hunter Schenck, Brent Diefenderfer, Dan Fennick, Zach Nahass, and, of course, Tom O’Shea. The Bar Stools are always hilarious and 100% of the the proceeds are donated (50% to the York County Bar Foundation and 50% to the Belmont Theatre). Tickets may be purchased HERE.
CGA Law Firm Elects Evan M. Gabel, Esq. to Shareholder
CGA Law Firm is pleased to announce the election of Evan M. Gabel, Esq. to shareholder. Evan provides legal services in the areas of municipal law, business and corporate law, real estate law, and estate planning and administration. “He is a hard-working and affable attorney.” CGA Law Firm Executive Committee member, Craig Sharnetzka, stated. “Evan has substantial knowledge in his specific areas of law and keeps the legal team apprised of trends and changes in legislation.” Evan assists clients in residential and commercial real estate matters, and with their estate planning and administration needs. He also has considerable experience representing… read more »
