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08/14 2016

Local University Official Move-in Dates 2016

‘Student Move-in’ for Fall 2016 Term 
Below is a list of local University move-in dates.
  • Carlow University – August 23-24, 28, 2016
  • Carnegie Mellon University – August 20, 24-25, 2016
  • Chatham University – August 24, 2016
  • Duquesne University – August 16, 2016
  • Point Park University – August 22, 25, 27, 2016
  • University of Pittsburgh – August 22-28, 2016
08/01 2016

Pgh Citizen’s Police Academy Fall 2016 – Starts Tue 9/13, Apps Due Fri 9/2

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 Twice a year, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police sponsors an opportunity for members of the community to become closely acquainted with the roles and responsibilities of the Police Bureau. The Pittsburgh Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) brings the police and the community close together in a setting that offers a sample of police training to each participant.
  • Participants receive three hours of training one evening a week for 15 weeks.
  • Participants are taught the basics of criminal law, search and seizure, patrol tactics, firearms and many other subjects.
  • Participants learn about the processing of crimes, how police canines are used and are exposed to many of the specialty police units.
The program allows participants to experience some of the highlights of the police training and are exposed to the operations of the police bureau. 
 
All this takes place in a safe and entertaining training environment. 
 
Class size is limited to 30 participants. 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. 
 
The CPA application can be found at http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/pghbop/CPA_application.pdf 
 
Please return applications by U.S. mail or hand-deliver to the Pittsburgh Police Training Academy. All Applications must be received by September 2, 2016.
THIS PROGRAM IS NOT AN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION COURSE TO BECOME A SWORN POLICE OFFICER. 
 
Return applications by U.S. mail or hand-deliver to the Pittsburgh Police Training Academy.
All applications must be received by September 2, 2016
The next session will begin Tuesday, September 13, 2016.
The program will be held each Tuesday 6:30 pm-9:30 pm for 15 weeks.
Main location is Pittsburgh Carrick High School,125 Parkfield Street, Pgh PA 15210 
 
See attached letter and application for more info.
07/27 2016

EcoDistrict Focus Group mtg TODAY 7/27th 5pm At The Corner – 200 Robinson St

 Scott Page, a consultant working with the EcoInnovation District in Uptown/West Oakland/ Hill District, is in town this week. 
 
 There will be a focus group meeting to discuss and provide community input for the needs and vision for development plans in the EcoDistrict. This meeting will take place TODAY Wednesday, July 27th 5:00pm at The Corner at 200 Robinson St. Please plan to attend and this is a great opportunity to ask questions and/or express concerns you may have directly to the consultant in charge of this project. 
 
Check out the EcoDistrict website for more info   
http://www.ecoinnovationdistrict.org/ 
 
Check out The Corner's website for more info on them
http://www.cornerpgh.org/ 
 
06/02 2016

Seminar On Procedural Justice For Police And Community – Wed 6/29 8

The Center on Race and Social Problems is hosting a Summer Institute with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police. Procedural Justice is a cornerstone for building long-term relationships between the police and the communities they serve. Procedural justice means day-to-day fairness inside and outside the organization. 
 
Chief Cameron McLay and his team will share the principles of procedural justice with community leaders – emphasizing how the concept is key for promoting positive change in local and national community-police relations.Kimberly Burke’s participation is sponsored by the National Initiative to Build Community. 
 
June 29, 2016; 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
2017 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh 
This event is free but registration required.
 
Click here for the flyer, more info and to register 
 
Click here for additional info on the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work's Center on Race and Social Problems

05/22 2016

Free Small Business Resource Fair – Gov Edition – 6/6 4-7pm City-Cnty Bldg

June 6, 2016
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
6th Floor, City-County Building 
 
The Mayor's Office in partnership with the URA will host a complimentary, government focused, Small Business Resource Fair. The purpose of the event is to offer small business owners in-person access to representatives from all relevant departments within city services (zoning, permits, ADA compliance, etc.). You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered ― all in one location. This event would be ideal for small business owners such as restaurateurs, retail owners, contractors, etc. 
 
Click here to register for the event
03/24 2016

Uptown/West Oakland Eco-Innnovation Dist Open House #2, Wed 3/30 6-9pm at 300 Gist St

Last month the City, Uptown Partners, Oakland Planning & Development Corp., and neighbors had a hugely successful OPEN HOUSE to kick off the Uptown/West Oakland EcoInnovation District planning process! This event signaled the start of robust community engagement to create the City’s most sustainable and equitable district plan.

If you missed it, there will be another chance to share your thoughts about the neighborhood!
Public Open House #2 will be
Wednesday, March 30th, 6-9 pm at 300 Gist Street
See the attached flyer for more info or visit the main website at ecoinnovationdistrict.org

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09/02 2015

City Offices Closed And Garbage Collection Suspended Labor Day Mon 9/7

In observance of Labor Day, City of Pittsburgh offices will be closed and there will be no garbage collection on Monday, Sept. 7, but six regional city pools will be open.
 
In addition to city offices, Citiparks’ 10 recreation centers and 14 Healthy Active Living centers for seniors will be closed Monday. All city offices and facilities will reopen Tuesday.
 
Weather permitting, Monday will be the last day six regional swimming pools will be open for the summer, from 1-5:45 p.m. They are: Highland Park; Jack Stack (Brighton Heights); Moore (Brookline); Ream (Mt. Washington); Schenley Park; Sue Murray (Allegheny Center/North Side).
 
Click here for original press release and more info
09/01 2015

Oakcliffe-South Oakland Be A Good Neighbor Block Party Wed 9/9 5:30-7:30pm

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Please see attached the flier for the Be A Good Neighbor Block Party to be held in the Niagara Parklet in Oakcliffe on Wed September 9, 2015 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. We hope you will be able to share it with South Oakland students and long-term residents to invite them to attend!

As you are aware, this is an important part of ​the​  “Be A Good Neighbor” initiative, and the objective for these neighborhood meet and greet events is to encourage relationship building and conversations between students with their long-term resident neighbors as well as with leaders of the Oakland and Pittsburgh communities on a range of topics related to being a good neighbor.

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/09 2015

Land Bank Board Nominations Due Mon 7/20 Noon

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Call for 3 Board Members
The Pittsburgh Land Bank Board of Directors is seeking nominations for the final 3 spots on the Land Bank Board.  3 members have already been appointed and seated by the Mayor, and 3 members have been appointed and seated by City Council.  The remaining 3 members are to be appointed by this board. Additional information about the roles and responsibilities of the Pittsburgh Land Bank can be found here.
 In order to assure a diverse and representative board, the ordinance creating the Pittsburgh Land Bank requires a Citywide distribution of these three board members. All board members must be residents of the City of Pittsburgh.  Additionally,
  • One member must be a resident of Pittsburgh City Council Districts 2, 6, and 9
  • One member must be a resident of Pittsburgh City Council Districts 1,3, and 5
  • One member must be a resident of Pittsburgh City Council Districts 4, 7, and 8
Interested residents are encouraged to provide recommendations to the nomination committee no later than Monday, July 20 at Noon. Nominations may be for yourself or for another resident. Recommendations shall include:
  • Name and contact information
  • Resume (or Letter of Support if nominating another individual)
  • Council District where nominee resides (Searchable Map here)
  • Identification of any relevant experience,
07/09 2015

Zone 4 Public Safety Council Mtg Thu 7/16 6pm

Just a reminder that the Zone 4 Public Safety Council meeting will be held next Thursday.  
Zone 4 Public Safety Council Meeting
Thursday, July 16th at 6:00 PM
Jewish Community Center Room #307
5738 Forbes Avenue
     Be sure to check out their new Facebook page at:

     They will be posting information on the page as it becomes available so be sure to like our page and check it out!
07/07 2015

Civic Leadership Academy Starts 9/9, Applications Due 7/31

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Applications for the Civic Leadership Academy are now available!  The Civic Leadership Academy (CLA) is a FREE ten week course for City residents that provides an inside look on how City departments and authorities operate.Throughout the course, 12 City departments and authorities present on their day-to-day operations, budgets, new initiatives, and upcoming projects, and residents have the opportunity to ask questions, tour facilities, and network.
 
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE HERE
30 students are accepted into the program from all different backgrounds, ages, and from neighborhoods all over the city. For the first time this Fall we are reserving 5 seats for Pittsburgh High School-aged Youth, to inspire civic engagement early on.  
 
We will also continue to reserve up to 15 seats for New Americans as part of Mayor Peduto’s Welcoming Pittsburgh Initiative.
See the spring class’s opening session with Mayor Peduto and Councilwoman Rudiak here.
Applications are due July 31st, and classes begin Wednesday, September 9th.  Students will be alerted of their acceptance the second week of August.  Classes are held every Wednesday for 10 weeks from 6-8:30 pm downtown as well as various locations throughout the city. 
05/29 2015

City Expands Food Stamp Incentive Program At Farmer’s Markets

 The City of Pittsburgh is joining with Just Harvest to promote a healthy new incentive for food stamps at 14 area farmers markets this summer.
For the first time, for every $5 shoppers spend using their food stamps at participating farmers markets, they will receive an additional $2 coupon to spend on fruits and vegetables. The coupons are called Food Bucks and are available at 13 Fresh Access farmers markets in Allegheny County and one in Washington County.
04/24 2015

Oakland For All Ramp Crawl – Tuesday, May 5, 4-7pm

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Accessible bathrooms available at: Forbes Tower, 3600 Forbes Ave., 3rd Floor
As a kick off to the Oakland For All initiative, the Ramp Crawl event also coincides with the National Council on Disability’s annual meeting in Pittsburgh.
We hope that you will join us for this fun, positive experience that is intended to provide an opportunity for everyone to become more engaged in the discussion about the importance of ensuring “Accessibility for All”.
Suggested donation of $20 goes toward providing businesses with technical assistance and the on-going advancement of the Oakland For All, Beyond Accessible initiative – a project that seeks to make Oakland a model community for accessibility.
Click here to register
04/06 2015

UPMC – Oakland Transformation Project Through 2016

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"​UPMC is moving forward with plans to make major improvements that ​will bring more green space and enhanced traffic flow to the vibrant city neighborhood of Oakland.
The project will remove the top six floors of the South Tower (formerly Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh) and portions of the bottom eight floors.  The pedestrian bridge between the Falk Medical Building and UPMC Presbyterian also will be removed.
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Large-scale demolition of the South Tower is scheduled to begin mid-June.  Project completion is anticipated in the summer of 2016."
03/20 2015

Mayor Peduto Makes Nominations to City Boards, Commissions and Authorities

Mayor William Peduto sent 36 nominations for seats on City boards, commissions and authorities to Pittsburgh City Council today.
The nominations will be officially introduced at the regular meeting of council Tuesday. Some, but not all, will be subject to council interviews and votes.
Click here to read the full press release and the full list of nominations.