Mine subsidence surveys ongoing in Washington Twp.
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November 14, 2024

Mine subsidence surveys ongoing in Washington Twp.

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 

The township supervisors also approved the 2025 budget with no tax increase.

The Washington Township supervisors received an update from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection about ongoing surveys related to mine subsidence.

During Wednesday’s meeting, Art Crossman, a geologic specialist with DEP’s Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation, gave an update on surveys currently being conducted throughout the township to determine mine subsidence damage. Supervisor Chuck Yusko said t...

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