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municipalauthorities.org │ 21 use consultants of various shapes and sizes. PMAA provides the link between consultants and authority decision-makers and affords the forum to develop business relationships that often lead to work. For over 25 years, I was one of the authority decision-makers. I am now serving authorities through providing sound technical, administrative, and financial advice I have gained over my entire career. Conclusions: Would I recommend transitioning from management to consulting in your post-retirement years? Absolutely, depending on your willingness to accept the new role. One of the major advantages has been the opportunity to continue involvement with PMAA, which is an exceptional organization with excellent staff and many outstanding members – both authority members and associate members. S PMAA provides the link between consultants and authority decision-makers and affords the forum to develop business relationships that often lead to work. i n m emorium Thomas G. Keiper, 77, of Dallas, passed away peacefully Monday, June 22, 2026. Thomas was a graduate of Lake Lehman High School and Penn State University. He served as the former Executive Director of the Mountaintop Area Joint Sanitary Authority and, most recently, the Dallas Area Municipal Authority. Tom was very active in the Association, serving as President in 2012 - 2013, as well as the Region 3 Director from 1999 - 2002. For many years, he served on the Conference, Legislative, and Organizational Development Committees. Tom will be remembered for his intelligence, resourcefulness, and ability to fix just about anything. He especially enjoyed spending time with friends, old cars, motorcycles, music, and travel. These passions reflected his appreciation for craftsmanship, the open road, a good song, and time spent making memories. He will be greatly missed. S