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.

Click here to visit the Snow Angel Program webpage.

01/06 2018

Live From The Field

Citizen's Police Academy

Twice a year, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police sponsors an opportunity for High School students in the Pittsburgh community to become closely acquainted with the roles and responsibilities of the Police Bureau. All interested persons must complete an application and give permission for the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police to conduct a background check to determine if they have a criminal record.

Citizen's Police Academy Informaton

Citizen's Police Academy Application

The next CPA session will begin Tuesday, February 6, 2018

All CPA applications must be received by February 2, 2018.

Student Police Academy

Likewise twice a year, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police sponsors an opportunity for High School students in the Pittsburgh community to also become closely acquainted with the roles and responsibilities of the Police Bureau. The Pittsburgh Student’s Police Academy (SPA) brings the police and Pittsburgh’s high school community closer together in a setting that offers a sample of police training to each participant.

Student Police Academy Description

Student Police Academy Flyer & Application

Student Police Academy Information Sheet

The next SPA session will begin Wednesday, March 14, 2018.

All SPA applications must be received by Friday, March 9, 2018.

For more information, check out the original City website posting at

http://pittsburghpa.gov/police/community-policing/index.html

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.

12/08 2017

OPDC 2017 Annual Holiday Party Thu 12/14 5:30-7:30pm

You’re invited to OPDC’s Annual Holiday Party

Thursday, December 14th • 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

294 Semple Street (Oakland Career Center)

Please join us for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and holiday cheer!

No RSVP necessary. Hosted by OPDC Board of Directors

Click here for the printable flyer.

12/06 2017

Joncaire St Steps Replacement Project Update

Joncaire Street Steps Replacement Project Update: Concrete Pouring This Week

Clearwater, the Contractor, will be placing concrete today and Thursday at 9 AM to pour #5 and #6 steps. Both days, they will be using Joncaire Street and single lane traffic is expected.

Concrete placement is expected to be complete by Christmas.

To submit questions or comments, contact OTMA at

info@otma-pgh.org.

12/01 2017

Oakland Pop-Up Swap – Sat Dec 2 10am-4pm At Career Ctr

Sustainability-evert.pdf

Saturday December 2nd from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ODPC is co-hosting a pop-up event with two Pitt students at the Oakland Career Center 294 Semple St.. This event is open to all Oakland residents and invites you to bring items, such as clothing, knick-knacks, small appliances, and non-perishable food items, to sell/donate. We are prepared to transport any items that are not sold/donated throughout the day to various donation centers (Goodwill, etc.).

See attached flyer for more info.

11/09 2017

Oakland Light Up Season Kickoff Fri, 11/17/17 5:50p

OAKLAND LIGHT UP SEASON

Kicking off Friday, November 17

Forbes Digital Plaza

Corner of Forbes Avenue & Bouquet St

Live Music, Free Cookies & Hot Cocoa – 5:30pm
Tree Lighting – 6:15pm

Vote for your favorite Holiday Decorations in the Oakland Business District & Win Prizes!

Tweet a pic of your favorite display with hashtag LIGHTUPTHESEASON

Click here to see flyer for more info

11/09 2017

Oakland Light Up Season Kickoff Fri, 11/17/17 5:50p

OAKLAND LIGHT UP SEASON

Starting Friday, November 17, 2017

Oakland Light Up Season

Kicking off Friday, November 17

Forbes Digital Plaza

Corner of Forbes Avenue & Bouquet St

Live Music, Free Cookies & Hot Cocoa – 5:30pm

Tree Lighting – 6:15pm

Vote for your favorite Holiday Decorations in the Oakland Business District & Win Prizes! Tweet a pic of your favorite display with hastag LIGHTUPTHESEASON

10/31 2017

Election Day Tue 11/7

Don't forget to vote Tuesday November 7.

10/31 2017

Town Hall Mtg On City Rules, Processes And OGV Proposal,

TOWN HALL MEETING

GIVE YOUR INPUT ABOUT DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE BATES STREET CORRIDOR

JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION

Community Discussion – Thursday November 2, 7 PM @ 294 SEMPLE ST

Learn about zoning, permitting, and city policy priorities.
Hear a brief presentation by Oakland Gateway Ventures.
Share your opinions with local elected officials and public partners.

See attached flyer and renderings for more info.

Town Hall Flyer

OGV Building Footprint

OGV Area Concept Rendering

OGV Area Concept Rendering Poster

10/17 2017

Heinz Chapel Choir Holiday Concert – Sun 12/3 3pm

Join the Heinz Chapel Choir for their holiday concert followed by a reception hosted by the Pitt Alumni Association.

Don't miss out on this opportunity that will be sure to put you in the holiday spirit, and join the choir members afterwards for some refreshments.

Heinz Chapel Choir Holiday Concert and Reception

Sunday, December 3, 2017

Concert: 3 p.m. Heinz Memorial Chapel

South Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Reception: following the concert at Alumni Hall, Connolly Ballroom

4227 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260

The cost is $25 per person and includes the concert and reception.

RSVP here by Monday, November 20, 2017.

Questions can be directed to Laraine Hlatky at the Pitt Alumni Association

by phone at 412-624-5589 or via e-mail at hlaraine@pitt.edu

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