Section 5860.201a - Alternative collection of taxes(a) In lieu of or in addition to creating a bureau, counties are authorized to provide by ordinance for the appointment and compensation of such agents, clerks, collectors and other assistants and employes, either under existing departments, in private sector entities or otherwise as may be deemed necessary, for the collection and distribution of taxes under this act. Any alternative collection method shall be subject to all of the notices, time frames, enumerated fees and protections for property owners contained in this act. Two or more counties may enter into a joint agreement under 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 23 Subch. A (relating to intergovernmental cooperation) to provide for the alternative collection of taxes under this section.(b) The requirement of section 203 to furnish bonds, provisions of this act relating to accounting and distribution of moneys and other provisions relating to operation of a bureau shall apply to an alternative collection system established under this section.1947, July 7, P.L. 1368, art. II, § 201.1, added 2002, March 22, P.L. 205, No. 16, § 2, effective in 60 days. Amended 2004, Nov. 29, P.L. 1328, No. 168, § 1, imd. effective.