IN Shaler Winter 2018 | Page 57

Gypsy Moth Report Data collected during the 2018 risk assessment surveys indicate that gypsy moth populations within Shaler Township remain low. The average egg mass density for the entire managed area of Shaler Township remains at non-detectable levels for the second consecutive year. no defoliation, tree mortality, or nuisance associated with caterpillars and their excrement was observed or reported. it is important to remember that gypsy moth is a cyclic pest and cannot be eradicated. in the past, multiple years of low populations have preceded years of high and even outbreak levels. a continuation of the risk assessment and consultation program is recommended. Battle of the Blight THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY VACANT PROPERTY RECOVERY PROGRAM (VPRP) ACQUIRES VACANT BLIGHTED PROPERTIES AND CONVEYS THEM TO APPLICANTS WHO HAVE DEVELOPED: • A concrete reuse plan and • Demonstrated the capacity to implement it. applicants may include individuals, municipalities, community groups, local businesses, and private and nonprofi t developers. For more information on the program, go to the Allegheny County VPRP website. Crawford Pool Swim Lessons 2019 ONLINE & TOWNSHIP OFFICE REGISTRATION STARTS MAY 1 AT 8:00 AM Swim Lesson online registration will begin on Wednesday, may 1 at 8:00 am. Classes are fi lled on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis. non-residents must have a pool pass in order to register for swim lessons. Proof of residency for Shaler Township residents will be required. Children under the age of 2 are not required to have a pool pass, however the legal guardian of that child must have a pool pass to qualify for the $30.00 lesson rate. Pool Pass Applications will be available on our website beginning march 1. early Bird Discount is 5% off pool pass rate for residents and non-residents until april 19. all documents must be received in order to receive discount. SHALER RESIDENTS fee with swim pass $30.00 SHALER RESIDENTS fee without swim pass $50.00 NON-RESIDENTS MUST PURCHASE SWIM PASS fee per child $50.00 SHALER ❘ WINTER 2018 55