Board of Supervisors Meeting Highlights - September 6

Parks and Recreation Board Presents Playground Plan
Members of the Moon Township Parks and Recreation Board presented a detailed plan for the new playground at Moon Park. The plan calls for replacement of all existing equipment with new features including natural and adventure play areas, a 2- to 5-year-old play area, a 5- to 12-year-old play area, a splash pad, an obstacle course, and an adult exercise area all joined by an ADA accessible pathway. While the township secured a $250,000 grant from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and budgeted a matching $250,000 for the project, additional funds are needed to complete the project. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Interested businesses, organizations and individuals should contact Amy Ottaviani, Community Engagement and Sponsorship Coordinator, at 412.262.1703 ext. 402 to learn more. Visit moonparks.org to view the plan. 

District Rezoning
Following public hearings, the supervisors voted to make the following changes to the Township Zoning Map: change the zoning district designation of certain parcels on Beaver Grade Road and Thorn Run Road from BP District to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District; to establish a new Marketplace Boulevard TND-District that will permit Mixed-Use Development; and amend the Zoning Code to permit assisted living facilities in the Business Park District.  Also, the supervisors approved a Land Development Plan for University Centre that will include retail shops and restaurants next to the Hilton Garden Inn at 9898 University Boulevard.

Watch the Board of Supervisors Meeting
The Board of Supervisors regular public meeting is held on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building. You can watch live on 
MAG-TV, Comcast channel 18 or Verizon channel 37. The meetings are rebroadcast throughout the month on MAG-TV. Check the website for times. You can also watch a recording online. View the meeting agendas in advance here.
 



2017 Property Tax Information

Township of Moon Property Tax
The Moon Township property tax office is now collecting the 10% penalty amount which runs from August 1 to December 31, 2017. Any Township of Moon property taxes that remain outstanding after December 31 will be turned over to the delinquent tax collector as appointed by the Township of Moon. 
 
Moon Area School District Property Tax
The Moon Area School District property tax office is now collecting the face amount from September 1 through October 31, 2017. The installment option is now closed for 2017. 

If you have any changes in mailing address or ownership, you must notify the Moon tax office at 412.299.7446 as well as Allegheny County Treasurer John Weinstein at 412.350.4100.

Please contact the Moon tax office at 412.299.7446 with any questions or concerns.  

Catherine L. Tress, PQMC

Halloween Spooktakular
Wednesday, October 25
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Moon Park


This is a free, family friendly Halloween event. Enjoy activity stations, hayrides and pumpkin decorating. Treat bags for the first 500 kids. Come in family-friendly costume and enjoy the fun!
 
Thank you to our sponsors:
  • Chevron
  • Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Sewickley
  • Chick-fil-A Robinson
  • Moe's Southwest Grill
  • MedExpress, Moon Township
  • Joe Wise/Realtor, West-Airport Regional Office, Berkshire-Hathaway Home Services
  • Moon Township Police Department



  
Trick or Treat
Tuesday, October 31
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Halloween is a festive and fun time of the year for kids, but it can be a little tricky for parents. Review these safety tips from the National Safety Council.

MTVFC Car Cruise Revs Up a Fun Time at Moon Park

Collector cars, oldies music and good food filled Moon Park on Sunday, August 27.  The Moon Township Volunteer Fire Company would like to thank everyone who attended the car cruise, especially those who showed their support by visiting the food booths. All proceeds benefited the Moon Township Volunteer Fire Company. 
                 







 
Moon Township Farmers' Market
Wednesdays through September 27
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Municipal Building

The Moon Township Farmers' Market is in full swing. The market is a traditional producer-only market, meaning that all vendors grow or make their own products for sale. To promote food safety, Moon Township requires vendors to provide health certificates and proof of insurance. The market accepts cash, debit and credit cards, and SNAP benefits.

If you are a vendor interested in setting up shop, contact Amy Ottaviani at [email protected]

Lunchtime Concert Series
Wednesday, September 20
12:00 p.m.
Robin Hill Park

Country artist Frank Vieira closes out the lunchtime concert series at Robin Hill Park. Hotdogs, snacks and water will be available for purchase, or you can pack your own lunch. Thanks to everyone who attended throughout the summer!



MCA-TV Offers Free TV Production Training Classes

Moon Community Access Television (MCA-TV) announced dates for its next television production training course. Classes are free and open to residents of any community.
 
The training course is a series of four hands-on classes providing the basics of camera operation, lighting, audio and editing. Successful completion of the course provides the opportunity to be an official MCA-TV volunteer, ready and able to assist with any MCA-TV production.
 
Moon Township residents who successfully complete the production training course may choose to become a community producer. Community producers provide the original and entertaining productions of MCA-TV's programming schedule. Non-residents wishing to create a show to air on MCA-TV must work with a community producer who actively participates in the program development.
 
Several MCA-TV original shows have won national and state-wide awards including "The Doctor Is In", produced by Dr. Marc Schneiderman, and "Soak it Up: A Storm Water Documentary". These award-winning shows express the evident value of community-produced programming.
 
Classes run from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays for four weeks beginning Wednesday, September 20 at the MCA-TV studio located at 1700 Beaver Grade Road, Suite 140, Moon Township, PA 15108. To register, contact MCA-TV Director Allison Eastham at [email protected] or call 412.269.1191. Space is limited.

Electronics Recycling Day
Saturday, October 7
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Municipal Building

Moon Township's Environmental Advisory Council, in partnership with JVS  Environmental, hosts quarterly electronics collections to gather unused and unwanted electronic items. These events collect electronic items only, including printers, copiers, computers, laptops and televisions. Only one television per vehicle will be accepted. Electronics collections are open to Moon Townships residents only.  Proper ID is required.  

Waste Management at Your Door Program

Can't make it to one of our recycling days? Waste Management offers a residential curbside special materials pickup. The "At Your Door Special Collection" program allows most Moon Township residents to easily and safely dispose of household materials.

There are three ways to schedule a collection:
1. Online at www.WMatYourDoor.com
2. Call 800.449.7587

After scheduling your collection date and time, a Waste Management representative will provide you with information and instructions for preparing your collection. More information on the program and a list of accepted materials can be found through the program's website at www.WMatYourDoor.com or by calling a representative at 800.449.7587.

 
In This Issue ...
Supervisors Meeting Highlights
Property Tax Reminders
Halloween Spooktacular
Trick or Treat
Farmers' Market
Lunchtime Concert Series
Free TV Production Class
Quick Links
  
Community Calendar
Board of Supervisors
Workshop Meeting
Wednesday, Sept. 27
6 p.m.
Municipal Building

Board of Supervisors 
Regular Public Meeting
Wednesday,  October 4
7 p.m.
Municipal Building

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