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08/08 2013

OPDC’s “Good Neighbor” Handouts For Oakland Students And Residents

(still updating this post as links to sources are added and verified)

Oakland Planning & Development Corporation (OPDC) has put together a bag with some useful information about living in Oakland and being a “Good Neighbor”.   OPDC is seeking volunteers to commit to specific blocks and days for the door-knocking campaign. Specifically Saturdays August 24 and September 7.  They will provide lunch and supplies for volunteers. To get involved, please contact bnino@opdc.org or 412.621.7863 ext. 21.

Pitt will host community block parties on September 11th, 19th, and 26th in Oakcliffe, Central Oakland, North Oakland, respectively. OPDC will publish specific places and times as they confirm details. These parties are free and open to all neighbors.

Included in the bag are:

 

08/07 2013

Job Corps offer job training for 16- to 24-year-olds

Job Corps offer job training for 16- to 24-year-olds!

I wanted to make you aware that the federal government is currently accepting applications from teens and young adults for the Job Corps training program.

The Job Corps is a free program which can provide help for those looking to earn a GED, or high school equivalent degree, and provide hands-on training in more than 100 career fields such as construction, finance and health care.

The program is based on income and is meant to assist those who may not have the necessary qualifications for a good career-oriented position.

To see if you qualify, download this eligibility sheet.

Low-income participants may also be eligible for room and board and low-cost health insurance.

To learn more about the program, call 1-800-733-JOBS, or check out the website atwww.recruiting.jobcorps.gov.

Please contact my office if you need assistance regarding this program or for any state government issues you may face.

Rep. Harry A. Readshaw
D-36th District
Allegheny County
website

08/07 2013

Post-Gazette Article On Oakland, Students And “Good Neighbors”

The people quoted in the article feel the reporter missed a few very important pieces of information in the below piece.  If enough people comment on the article the Post Gazette might see there’s interest and consider doing a follow-up article.  OPDC posted a comment about the omissions—how the university’s student guide is just one piece of a huge project, and the need for volunteers to help go door to door, the need landlord engagement, etc.

Please share this with neighbors and comment. Thanks!

http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/local/neighborhoods-city/new-guide-tells-university-of-pittsburgh-students-how-to-be-good-neighbors-698277/

08/06 2013

PARISH OF SAINT REGIS SHUTTLE SERVICE

PARISH OF SAINT REGIS SHUTTLE SERVICE

St. Regis Parish and Community Human Services (CHS) provide a looped shuttle for parishioners on Sunday for the 10 am Mass

The shuttle will begin at Craft & Ophelia St. at 9:30 AM with pick up also on Ward Street, Dawson Street, and other streets in Oakland as necessary. It will end at St. Regis Church for 10 AM Mass. Return will be at 11:00 AM.

A shopping trip will be offered after mass every other week. Those who do not wish to go on the shopping trip will be dropped off before leaving to shop. Return will be approximately one hour later. For those only needing a ride to shop, it will be 1st come – 1st serve according to the seats available and the number signing up for this trip. 

To sign up or get more information for the ride to church, as well as shopping, please call Jeannie at 412-445-5957. If you have questions, please call the parish office at 412-681-9365

08/05 2013

Hazelwood section of bike, hiking trail to close temporarily

Last summer, officials lauded the launch of a new bike trail in Hazelwood as a new step toward revitalizing the struggling neighborhood. On Monday, the trail will close for the same reason.

The closure of the two-mile portion of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail is supposed to be temporary while earth-moving and grading begins for a $1 billion redevelopment of the former LTV coke works. But it could still take “several months” before another trail — currently linking Hazelwood Avenue with the Hot Metal Bridge — can be built, said Thomas Baxter, executive director of Friends of the Riverfront.

Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/local/region/hazelwood-section-of-bike-hiking-trail-to-close-temporarily-697850/#ixzz2b7ZSfwVN

08/05 2013

PCRG Bike Ride through Pgh, Sunday, August 18 at 8AM

Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group’s (PCRG) staff is heading out for casual ride throughout the City on Sunday, August 18 at 8AM, and we want you to come along! The ride will consist of trail, road, and an ambitious climb up Liberty Avenue towards Bloomfield. We won’t leave anyone behind!

The event is free, but please RSVP with sam@pcrg.org so we can get a sense of how many people would like to go.

PCRG.org

http://www.endomondo.com/routes/219830230

08/02 2013

Oakland Restaurant Week – Mon Aug 5 – Fri Aug 9

Oakland Restaurant Week Set to Begin

Take advantage of the great restaurants in Oakland during Oakland Restaurant Week, which will be held Monday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 9. Nearly a dozen restaurants have teamed up to offer you lunch for just $5 at each location. When you order a $5 lunch from any participating restaurant, you also will receive an entry card for the chance to win free lunch for a month at various Oakland locations and other great prizes. For the list of participating restaurants and more information, visit OaklandRestaurantWeek.wordpress.com

08/02 2013

OPDC Home Sale Program

SELLING YOUR OAKLAND HOME?

Are you or someone you know ready to sell an Oakland home? Do you want to ensure the house goes to a responsible new owner to strengthen the community?
Oakland Planning and Development Corporation (OPDC) can offer a fair-market price (verified through an independent appraisal) to purchase the house. Upon purchase, we will complete any renovations necessary to increase the home’s safety, energy efficiency, accessibility and modern appeal. We will then sell the home with a five year owner-occupancy restriction, ensuring that the house is not converted to a rental.
If you aren’t ready to leave your home, but want to ensure it does not become a rental, you can sign an option to sell to OPDC. We can also connect low-income and senior homeowners to programs that offer home repair assistance.

For more information, contact:
Elly Fisher
412.621.7863 ext. 12
efisher@opdc.org

08/02 2013

Open House – Tue, Aug 6th 4:00-6:00pm 255 Robinson St Pgh, PA 15213

Open House – Tuesday, August 6th 4:00-6:00pm
255 Robinson Street Pittsburgh, PA 15213

OPDC invites neighbors, supporters and potential buyers to tour this newly renovated home.

RSVP to kchatman@opdc.org or 412.621.7863 ext. 25.
Great location, lovely views, off-street parking, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, new kitchen, finished basement and more!
For sale to an owner-occupant for $154,900.

 

 

07/30 2013

Free Pirate Tickets for Tue, Aug 27 or Sun, Sep 1

OPDC has FREE Pirates tickets to distribute to Oakland community members – the tickets are either for Tuesday, August 27th or Sunday, Sept. 1st (which is Labor Day weekend).

If you would like some tickets please let me know for which date and the amount you would like; invite your Oakland friends and neighbors as well.

Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis!

Please contact

Tara Sherry-Torres, OPDC

412.621.7863 x17 office