Environment/Health

05/07 2018

Special Yard Debris Collection 5/19/18

The City of Pittsburgh offers special curbside collection days twice a year to promote environmentally-friendly disposal of your seasonal yard debris. 
 
Click here to check your collection calendar.  
 
or visit PGH.ST to schedule reminders for upcoming dates. 
 
They will collect the following items curbside:
  • Leaves
  • Branches (4" diameter or less)
  • Brush
  • Grass
Set-Out:
  • Items must be in paper bags weighing less than 35 lbs. No plastic bags!
  • Bundle all branches with fiber twine or natural rope in lengths of 5 ft or less.
  • Set these items out at the curb at your regular collection spot before 6:00 a.m. on the morning of the collection day.
Click here for more details on City website. 
 
Yard waste that does not meet the collection guidelines will be left at the curb.  

04/24 2018

DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day – Sat 4/28 10a-2p

 
DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Saturday, April 28, 2018 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.  All City of Pittsburgh police zones will be participating in this program, which allows for you to bring in any unused, unwanted or expired medications so that they may be safely and properly disposed of.
The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles or sharps, only pills or patches. 
 
The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. Bring your pills for disposal to police headquarters or any police station. 
 
Click here for printable flyer with more info.
 
 
04/10 2018

PRC 2018 Collection Events

2018 COLLECTION EVENTS! 
 
Mark your 2018 calendar now for dates to drop off a wide variety of materials – ranging from computers and household chemicals to usable building materials and unwanted medications – at upcoming collections sponsored by PRC and its partners. 
  
PRC provides Pennsylvania residents with options to conveniently and cost-effectively dispose of a wide variety of materials throughout the spring, summer, and fall of 2018. 
 
Click here for a printable flyer and info.
04/03 2018

Health Care Forum On Opiod Solutions – Thu 4/19 2:30pm

Health Care Forum – Search For The Opiod Solution
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Panel 1-2:30pm – Resource Fair 2:30-3:30pm
Heinz Field – Hyundai Club
Open To The Public – Free Admission
Free Parking Provided In The Stage AE Lot. 
 
After a record 700-plus overdoses last year in Allegheny County alone, people throughout the Pittsburgh region, and the state, are striving to turn the corner on the opioid epidemic. As tens of thousands struggle with addiction to ever-more-potent narcotics, we'll bring together the leaders who are marshaling resources, and the problem-solvers who know the city's hardest-hit streets. 
 
On April 19, Governor Wolf and local leaders will be discussing ways to address the opioid epidemic in our region at Heinz Field. Following the forum, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will host a roundtable that includes local individuals working towards solutions from recovery, treatment, and housing communities. 
 
Please share this event with your community. Register or learn more at the event website: http://promo.post-gazette.com/healthforum 
 
Click here for a printable flyer for more info.
04/03 2018

Oakland Hard To Recycle Event – Sat 4/28 9a-1p

HARD-TO-RECYCLE EVENT
BRING YOUR HARD-TO-RECYCLE ITEMS!
SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2018 • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
FORBES TOWER SURFACE LOT (corner of Atwood & Sennott Streets) 
 
ACCEPTED ITEMS INCLUDE: Televisions, computers, computer monitors, cell phones, printers, microwaves, tires off rims, and more! 
 
YOU MUST BE AN OAKLAND RESIDENT TO PARTICIPATE. ALL FEES ARE WAIVED. 
 
Click here for printable flyer for more info.
03/12 2018

Pitt Family Summer Camp 2018

​​Need Something fun to do this summer? 
 
Come learn or improve your swim skills and learn new sports!
The Pitt's KIDS program provides instruction in aquatics, games, and sports to children ages 3-13.
Summer News: The 3-4 year old age groups will ONLY be in the MORNING SESSIONS and will have three activity periods of 30 min.
Post-care options are available this summer. This is to allow families time to pick up their children.  See the website for more information!  cll.pitt.edu 
 
Swimming Instruction
Movement and Sports 
 
Dates:
Session 1: June 25 – July 12
Session 2: July 16 – August 2
(Monday-Thursday, Closed Wednesday July 4) 
 
Registration opens March 5 at 9am!
Click here to see the flyer for more info.
 

01/06 2018

2018 Snow Angels Program

City Of Pittsburgh Snow Angels Program 
Snow covered sidewalks can be hazardous for everyone. Pittsburgh Snow Angels is a program that helps minimize the hardships of winter by pairing volunteers with elderly or disabled residents to assist with snow removal. 
 
Along with fostering stronger community relationships and relieving some of the stress that comes from a snow storm, Snow Angels makes our sidewalks safer for those who continue to serve despite the winter weather – like postal service workers, firemen, and police officers.
You can now call 3-1-1 to volunteer or request an angel.
or
Click here to visit the Snow Angel Program webpage.
12/26 2017

2018 Pittsburgh Christmas Tree Recycling

2018 Pittsburgh Christmas Tree Recycling
The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works has announced that the Christmas tree recycling program will be available again this year. Residents can take trees to the following drop-off locations to have the tree composted at no cost.  
 
For a tree to be composted at a drop-off location, all ornaments, lights and stands must be removed. Trees in plastic bags or netting will not be accepted. Christmas trees set out at the curb for refuse pick-up will be sent to the landfill.  
 
Christmas Tree Recycling Drop-Off Locations:  
 
Hazelwood Schenley Park Division –  Open Year Round 
Location: 40 Melanchton St Pittsburgh, PA 15207 
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
Contact: 412-422-6524 
 
East End 2nd Division of Public Works – Open Year Round  
6814 Hamilton Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (North Dallas Ave. at Hamilton Ave.) 
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. 
Contact: 412-665-3609 
 
West End 5th Division of Public Works – Open Year Round  
1330 Hassler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15220  (Off Herschel St. & Steuben St. near Herschel Park)  
Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Contact: 412-937-3054 
 
Strip District Environmental Services Lot – Open January 2018 Only  
3001 Railroad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 (near 30th St. and Railroad St.) 
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. 
Contact: 412-255-2773 
 
Baum Grove Parklet in Friendship – Open January 2018 Only 
City Sponsored Pilot Drop Off 
400 Roup Ave. Pgh PA 15232 (off of Fairmont Ave.)  
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. 
Contact: 412-255-2773  
 
Questions? Contact the City of Pittsburgh Recycling Division for more information: (412) 255-2631    

12/23 2017

S Oakland Mtg With PWSA Re Lead In Water At St Regis Hall Tue 1/9/18

Some South Oakland water tests show elevated lead levels.  Join us to learn more about organizing a neighborhood-wide lead level survey.
OPDC invites you to hear from the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) about lead contamination sources and what precautions can be taken to remedy them. 
 
Tuesday, January 9th, 2018 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
St. Regis Parish Hall 3235 Parkview Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213   
 
Click here for a printable flyer to share with your neighbors.

10/16 2017

Grow Pittsburgh Hiring – App Deadline 11/13/17

Grow food. Sustain neighborhoods. Bring people together.
Grow Pittsburgh strives to teach people how to grow food and to promote the benefits that gardens bring to our neighborhoods. 
 
They are currently hiring three new positions to start in 2018.  There will be two full-time positions and one part-time position—each comes with a full benefits package.  Grow Pittsburgh Staff will help build and support unique gardens and farms by connecting directly with students, schools, families, home growers, and farmers.  
 
Available Positions 
  • Frick Greenhouse and Shiloh Farm Manager (Full-time)
  • Learning Garden Educator (Full-time)
  • Community Garden Coordinator (Part-time 30+ hours/wk)   
 
Click here for more info on Grow Pittsburgh, job descriptions and application process.

08/07 2017

Testing For Lead Levels In South Oakland Water

Water Test Results and Call to Action
 
One South Oakland residence's water recently tested at a 25 ppb for lead, well over the 15 parts per billion (ppb) considered a high level of lead based on government standards. That particular house is fairly newly constructed, so the source is likely the connection to the house or the main supply lines. We encourage everyone to have their water tested in South Oakland. 
 
For more information on getting a free testing kit, visit
pgh2o.com/lead-testing-kits 
 
PWSA is currently mandated by DEP and EPA to replace seven percent of publicly-owned lead service lines per year. With a unanimous vote, City Council recently passed legislation that positions the city to help Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority customers replace private lead service lines when PWSA completes adjacent line work, but no funding yet.  If more people get their water tested in South Oakland, and the readings are similarly high, we as a neighborhood can appeal to Council President Kraus to make South Oakland a priority when the City plans any action. 
 
Click here to read the Post-Gazette article