Community

09/08 2014

Developer Plans For Former Cnty Hlth Dept Bldg At 3333 Forbes At City Planning Tue 9/9/14

(according to OPDC staff, 9/9 is only a briefing before the commission. The actual hearing will be 9/23)
“According to the agenda of the Pittsburgh Planning Commission, an affiliate of Valdosta, Ga.-based Ambling University Development Group, plans to call its new 389-unit apartment building Skyvue.
The project is proposed to replace the former Allegheny County Health Department building at 3333 Forbes Ave. and a few smaller neighboring properties near the heart of Oakland.”
To read the full article:
http://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/blog/the-next-move/2014/09/georgia-developer-to-present-389-apartment-skyvue.html?ana=twt
To view the proposal:
http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/dcp/schedule51/presentation-51-611.pdf
 

South Oakland Neighborhood Group (SONG)

SouthOaklandPgh.org
09/03 2014

Sidewalk Tree Planting Applications – Fall 2014

If you’re interested in a free tree for the sidewalk, please fill out the application and bring it to the next SONG meeting Tuesday March 4, or give or mail it to David Zwier at 235 Atwood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.  There will be a site inspection for each application, because not all locations are suitable for trees.

You can also volunteer to help plant and maintain the trees.  More info on TreeVitalize Pittsburgh’s website

There is a PDF version you can print and fill out by hand, or the DOC version, you can fill out electronically, print and sign.

pdf icon Tree-Planting-Request-Form_2014.pdf
doc icon Tree-Planting-Request-Form_USE-ME-14_02.doc

09/03 2014

Public Mtg On Demolition Of Former Children’s Hospital Tower – Wed 9/17 6-8PM

CANCELLED – TO BE RESCHEDULED

(The meeting for the UPMC south tower demolition that was supposed to happen this Wednesday has been postponed.  The city is asking for some additional revisions to the plan so everything is being pushed back until further notice.)
Wednesday, September 17th 6-8pm
Oakland Career Center
294 Semple St
Hear from UPMC representatives about plans for the demolition of the former Children’s Hospital Tower.
Plus updates on other neighborhood projects.
Check OPDC.org for updates.
08/06 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites For Adults Sat 8/30 7pm, No Kids Night For Rest Of Summer

Our monthly adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

The Kids nights are going to be suspended for the summer, resuming in September.

Saturday August 30th is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

Some entertainment is possible, but this event is more of an eat, meet and greet, maybe some card games so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone#, or talk to Janet Sims in person.

06/29 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites For Adults Sat 7/26 7pm, No Kids Night For Rest Of Summer

Our monthly adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

The Kids nights are going to be suspended for the summer, resuming in September.

Saturday July 26th is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

Some entertainment is possible, but this event is more of an eat, meet and greet, maybe some card games so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone#, or talk to Janet Sims in person.

06/10 2014

Free Summer Lunch/Snack Program For Kids Age 18 And Under At Frazier Fieldhouse

Join The Lunch Bunch!!
FREE Lunch is available to ALL kids age 18 and younger.
Starting Monday June 16, ending Monday August 18
Monday-Friday  Lunch 11am-Noon;  Snack 2pm-3pm
Frazier Fieldhouse, on Frazier ST at Dawson St next to Dan Marino Field.
NO FEE — NO REGISTRATION
For more information contact Janet Sims directly,
or SONG via SONG contact page,
call or text SONG Phone#
06/10 2014

Mayor To Announce New Funding To Help Veteran Homeowners

MAYOR PEDUTO TO ANNOUNCE NEW FUNDING TO HELP VETERAN HOMEOWNERS
Mayor William Peduto and Councilman Corey O’Connor will join The Home Depot Foundation on Wednesday for a funding announcement of $200,000 to repair 28 veteran homes in the Pittsburgh region through servePGH’s Sustainable Home Improvement Partnership (SHIP). Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh will act as the fiscal agent for this grant.
Volunteers will be working throughout the day to repair a local veteran’s home at press site location.
SHIP was established in 2012 through the City’s servePGH initiative to provide free home repair and weatherization services to help residents remain safe in their homes.  SHIP has repaired nearly 150 homes, garnered support of over 2,000 volunteers, and leveraged well over $1M in funding since inception. Target populations include low-income elderly, disabled, and veteran residents.
WHO: Mayor William Peduto joined by Councilman Corey O’Connor; Jim Richter, Hazelwood Initiative, Inc.; Steve Hellner-Burris, Rebuilding Together; Bob Beachy and Harold Markel, The Home Depot Foundation; Megan Andros, Heinz Endowments
WHERE:  5231 Gertrude Street Pittsburgh, PA 15207
WHEN:  Wednesday, June 11th, Speakers: 9:30-10AM, Volunteer activities throughout the day
06/06 2014

Phipps Conservatory: Center for Sustainable Landscapes

“…in Oakland, right near Panther Hollow, something new has sprouted under the sun.
“We have enough solar panels right here to power 12 typical American homes and we use all that electricity to run this building,” said Richard Piacentini, the executive director of Phipps Conservatory.”
http://www.wpxi.com/news/news/local/proud-be-pittsburgh-center-sustainable-landscapes/ngF34/
05/14 2014

Public Mtg on Bates St Development Project – Thur 5/29 6pm

Public meeting with Bates Street project developer

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Thursday, May 29th, 6:00 pm

Peoples Oakland, 3433 Bates Street
Oakland Gateway Ventures is proposing to develop a multi-story building at the corner of Bates Street and Boulevard of the Allies. The developer will present proposed plans to the community at this meeting. Please join us to contribute feedback on the project.
Contact

​Tara​
 at ​

opdc.org or 412.621.7863 ext. 17 for more information.

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05/13 2014

TimeBanks – New Way To Barter Goods And Services

“TimeBanking is a way of giving and receiving to build supportive networks and strong communities. One hour helping another earns one TimeBank Hour (also called time credits, service credits or time dollars.) TimeBanking builds on the magic of ‘pay it forward,’ one good turn leading to another and another.”
http://timebanks.org/what-is-timebanking/
Find a Timebank near you:
http://community.timebanks.org/
05/13 2014

CitiParks Farmers Markets to open soon

You don’t have to leave the City limits to buy farm-fresh vegetables. Visit conveniently located Farmers’ Markets throughout the summer and fall to find a wide variety of perennial favorites and seasonal specialties.

All markets sell farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods, while several locations also sell flowers, small gifts and gardening items.

http://pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/farmers-market