A spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that is native to Asia and was first discovered in the U.S. in 2014 in Pennsylvania. It belongs to the planthopper family and has a piercing-sucking mouthpart that feeds on sap from over 70 different plants, including some that are economically important. It can stress and damage the plants it feeds on and reduce the quality of life for people in infested areas. It has a distinctive appearance with tan, semi-transparent forewings, black spots, patches of red and black, and a white band and yellow and black abdomen. For more information, please visit National Park Service website.

Washington Township expresses our condolences on the passing of former Slatedale Fire Chief Blaine Horn. Blaine dedicated over 60 years of his life in the service of protecting Washington Township residents. His service to our community will be missed but never forgotten.

Washington Township provides for the drop off of yard waste, including grass, leaves and brush at the Township yard located behind the Township office. Yard waste and brush drop-off will remain open from 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday

Saturday drop off is available from April to November, 8:00am-12:00pm.

Yes, if a burn ban is not in effect. The fire must burn untreated wood or wood products and be for warmth or food preparation. Camp fires shall not exceed 4 feet in diameter or 2 feet in depth.

Yes, all sheds and accessory buildings require a permit. If the shed (or any accessory structure) is under 1000 square feet it requires a zoning permit. The zoning permit applications are available at the Township office or our Forms & Documents section. Along with the application form, two copies of a plot plan must be submitted for review. The plot plan should contain the existing property lines, the existing and proposed structures, and the distance between the proposed structure and all property lines.