Sustainability News
COMMUNITY GARDEN
Thanks to the efforts of Ross Gardening Volunteers and our
Eagle Scout Candidate Mike Miller and his Troop, the Community
Garden is a huge success. Under the direction of Commissioner
Lana Mazur, and with the very generous help of the Christ
Lutheran Church (where the Garden is located adjacent to Herge
Park), we have been harvesting garden-fresh produce for the
North Hills Food Bank to share with those in need.
After many weeks of planning, Scout Mike Miller and his
troop mates constructed a shed, fencing, and raised bed on
the property. Great job!! We would also like to thank Fischer
Landscaping for their donation towards the shed, and for the rain
barrels they donated to the cause.
ROSS TOWNSHIP
GOES PLATINUM
The Sustainable Pennsylvania
Community Certification, a project of
the Pennsylvania Municipal League
and Sustainable Pittsburgh, is a
voluntary performance recognition
program that helps municipalities
achieve their sustainability goals
in order to save money, conserve resources, and encourage
innovation. It is intended to bring acknowledgment to
municipalities that are applying the policy and practice of
sustainability. Focused on municipal operations, policies, and
practices, the certification also serves as a mechanism for sharing
best practices for creating a more sustainable Pennsylvania.
R O SS TOWN SH IP NE WS
oss Township
Ross Township is taking an integrated
approach, addressing the three
intertwining facets of
sustainability: economy, environment,
and society. One of Ross Townships many
sustainability goals is to improve the
natural environment, increase economic
vitality, and promote a heathy
community. Achieving Platinum Certification has helped Ross
focus its attention to improving the quality of life for all residents
and building a strong foundation for the future. Ross has
demonstrated excellence, accelerated the policy and practice of
good government, and gained recognition as one of four
Platinum Certified Communities in the state of Pennsylvania.
The certification is recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of
Community and Economic Development and is considered when
they are reviewing municipal funding applications.
DISPOSING OF COMMON
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
As part of the residential solid waste and
recycling contract with Waste
Management, you have a convenient
opportunity to dispose of your
household generated special materials
(i.e. garden chemicals, paints, household
cleaners, swimming pool chemicals,
fluorescent tubes, electronics,
automotive products, etc.) safely, easily, and responsibly. The At
Your Door Special Collection Program is a residential service
offered by Waste Management to provide year-round collections
for you.
More information, including acceptable and unacceptable
materials, setting up an appointment, and preparing for collection
can be found by contacting Waste Management:
· Go to: www.wmatyourdoor.com
· Call: 1.800.449.7587 (Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm Eastern
Time)
· Email: [email protected]
64 Ross Township