IN Ross Township Fall 2016 | Page 51

Jeremy Shaffer, Ph.D. President, Ross Board of Commissioners (Ward 8) Ross Township Police Department – Leading the Way The Ross Township Police is widely known to be one of the best departments in Allegheny County and the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. With our large commercial corridors, Ross attracts visitors from all over the region. The officers face a challenging job on a daily basis addressing and responding to a variety of situations around the clock. In the midst of these challenges, I am pleased that our officers have exhibited tremendous professionalism and outstanding commitment in service to our community. Let’s be sure to support our Police officers and express our thanks to them when we see them in and around the community! Ross Township Volunteer Fire Departments, Fire Police, and EMS In addition to our Police Department, we have a strong backbone of first responders throughout Ross Township. Hundreds of volunteers serve in our eight volunteer fire departments, and the fire police freely give of their time to help make Ross better. These volunteers are a wonderful asset, and we owe them our gratitude for their service. Please consider joining one of these organizations to help them fulfill their mission. Finally, while we hope that we never need them, the Ross/West View EMS offers top-notch and quick service to many communities in the North Hills. They have helped save numerous lives through their strong training and dedication to excellence. Your Commissioners are here to serve you! At times you may encounter issues in your neighborhood or simply have a question/suggestion. Please remember your Commissioners are here to serve you. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me or another Commissioner if you have concerns, questions, or suggestions. It is my continuing hope that as a community, we can work together to make Ross an even better place for all our residents! Best regards, Jeremy Shaffer, Ph.D. President, Ross Board of Commissioners (Ward 8) Email: [email protected] Phone: 412.837.9003 Ross Township | Fall 2016 | icmags.com 49 R OSS TOWN SHI P N E WS I t has been a very busy summer here in Ross! For those who drive along McKnight Road, you likely have noticed the multiplication of construction zones including the rapidly progressing Block at Northway. I also hope that you have taken advantage of the many opportunities to connect with others in the township this summer. Township staff and volunteers put forth a remarkable effort to coordinate events such as our Independence Day Parade, Community Day with fireworks, Movies in Township parks, the Fishing Tournament at Evergreen Park, seminars, and summer camps. Summer has been anything but a vacation for Township staff and volunteers! On behalf of the Board of Commissioners and all of the residents of Ross, I want to send out a large THANK YOU to all of those who have supported these events. Ross Township IT TAKES A COMMUNITY TO BUILD A BETTER ROSS! A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE ROSS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, JEREMY SHAFFER