The Township of Moon's Historical Architectural Review Board (HARB) is looking for all photos of the Mooncrest area taken between 1943-1968.  The photos can include people, buildings, streetscapre, cars, etc.  The photos will be used in a publication featuring photos and the history of Mooncrest. The township will offer $100 for the best picture, $50 for second place, and $25 for third place. Judging will be done at the HARB meeting Wednesday, January 9, 2013. 

If you have any Mooncrest photos and are willing to loan them to the township contact Charlie Belgie at 412-262-5004 or Lora Dombrowski at 412-262-1700. Photos will be scanned and returned promptly.  Please submit all entries to the Township Administration Office by Tuesday, January 8, 2013.

To prepare for a winter storm you should put together an emergency kit for both your home and create a family communications plan.  Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one another, how you will get back together, and what you will do in the event of an emergency.  Stock up on rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways, have snow shovels and other snow removal equipment on-hand along with sufficient heating fuel and a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. Keep extra clothing and blankets in an easy to access place to keep warm and listen to local news channels for critical information from the National Weather Service (NWS). Bring pets/companion animals inside during winter weather and move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water. Most importantly, be alert to changing weather conditions and minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.  

Check or have a mechanic check the following items on your car; antifreeze levels, battery and ignition system, brakes, exhaust system, fuel and air filters (a full tank will keep the fuel line from freezing), heater and defroster, lights and flashing hazard lights, oil (heavier oils congeal more at low temperatures and do not lubricate as well), thermostat, windshield wiper equipment, and install good winter tires (make sure the tires have adequate tread).  Prepare the emergency kits in your vehicles witha shovel, windshield scraper and small broom, flashlight, battery powered radio, extra batteries, water, snack food, matches, extra hats, socks and mittens, first aid kit with pocket knife, necessary medications, blanket(s), tow chain or rope, road salt and sand, booster cables, emergency flares, and fluorescent distress flag.  Maintain a safe distance between cars when driving on the roads and be alert for black ice.

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.

Moon Community Center, Lower Level

1700 Beaver Grade Road

412-299-7446 

www.moontaxoffice.us

Important reminders from the moon township property tax office, Catherine Tress - Real Estate Tax Collector:

Currently the Property Tax Office is in the 10% penalty collection period for both Moon Township and Moon Area School District.  The face period for the Moon Area School District property taxes ended on October 31, 2012.

Moon Area School District Property Tax Installments: 

The fourth & final installment is currently due by November 30, 2012. If the final installment is not received by November 30 or postmarked, the 10% penalty amount of the installment payment is due during December; amount is on the installment coupons.

ONLY THE CURRENT TAX YEAR is permitted to be collected in the local Moon Township Property Tax Office. After December 31, all delinquent and unpaid taxes are to be turned over to the delinquent tax collection agency depending on the tax. For Moon Township Municipal taxes, the agency is Keystone Municipal Collections. For the Moon Area School District taxes, the agency is Law Office of IRA Weiss. Once this occurs, additional costs will be added to the 10% penalty amount of the tax by those agencies for their collection services which could increase your bill significantly.

The Property Tax Office will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on November 22 & 23, 2012.  

The Property Tax Office will be open for extended hours on Thursday, November 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Friday, November 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.