Sunday, October 7 | 12 - 5 p.m. | Public Safety Building

Sound the alarm!  The Moon Township Volunteer Fire Company is hosting an Open House as a kickoff to Fire Prevention Week.  All residents are invited and encouraged to attend.  Fire trucks, rescue trucks, police cars, and Valley Ambulance units will be on display including the landing of a medical helicopter.  Firefighters will talk with guests about fire safety, setting up an emergency fire escape plan at home, and remembering to "stop, drop, and roll".  They will also train guests how to use a fire extinguisher and talk with parents about teaching their children the proper use of 911.  

Volunteer Requirements

1.  Current resident of Moon Township

2.  Individuals who are between the ages of 16 to 18 years old interested in becoming a Junior Firefighter must attend high school and be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The Moon Township Volunteer Fire Company thanks residents for their continuous support of the Fire Company through donations and attending their many events and activities.

Wednesday, October 31 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Moon Township's Trick or Treat night falls on Halloween this year.  Kids are asked to dress in reflective clothing and carry a flashlight.  Parents are advised to accompany children and teens are encouraged to stay in groups.  Visits should be limited to well-lit homes, and be careful of barking dogs and unattended animals.  Let's keep trick or treat a spooktacular community event for children and families.  

Moon Township Property Tax Collector, Catherine Tress, has several reminders for the remaining 2012 tax year. 

The Moon Property Tax Office now has several designated 15 minute tax office parking spaces located near the entrance of the property tax office for the convenience of taxpayers dropping off their payment.  

The Moon Property Tax Payment Period is currently in the 10% penalty amount.  Property owners have until December 31, 2012 to pay their municipal property tax. 

Beginning January 1, 2013 all property taxes become delinquent.  

School Property Tax Payment Periods:

Moon Area School District tax millage rate is 21.3 mils.

September 1-October 31:............................ Face amount due

October 1-December 31:........................ 10% penalty amount

If you have recently refinanced, paid off your mortgage or did not receive your 2012 tax property statement(s) contact the Moon Property Tax Office at 412-299-7446 to correct your mailing records.  It is the homeowner's responsibility, not the mortgage company, to notify the tax office when these instances occur.  According to state law, property owners are responsible for their property taxes even if they do not receive a bill.

FOR SCHOOL PROPERTY TAXES ONLY:

NEW INSTALLMENT DATES 

The property tax office is currently collecting the third installment payment this month, due by October 31, 2012.

The final installment payment is due by November 30, 2012.  

Fall/Winter Property Tax Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Moon Township Property Tax Office is only permitted to handle the current tax year, per 2009 Moon Area School Board & Moon Township Supervisors resolution.  After December 31, all unpaid Moon Township property taxes will be turned over to the appointed delinquent collector where additional costs will be added to the penalty amount by the collection agency.   

The Property Tax Office will be closed in observance of the following 2012 holidays:
* Veterans Day, November 12
* Thanksgiving, November 22 & 23
* Christmas, December 24 - 26

Property tax payments can be made in-person or mailed to the Moon Township Property Tax Office at 1700 Beaver Grade Road, Suite 300, Moon Township, PA 15108.  Additional tax information and online payment options are available at www.moontaxoffice.us. Postmarks are accepted.