Community

09/12 2018

Commuter Survey


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The Make My Trip Count (MMTC) 2018 survey has officially launched! 
 
The Make My Trip Count regional commuter survey launched, as part of Pittsburgh’s effort to capture residents’ changing transportation choices. 
 
Created by Green Building Alliance in partnership with the region’s major transportation partners Make My Trip Count (MMTC) measures traditional transit modes like personal vehicles, light rail, and buses, in addition to ridesharing (such as Uber and Lyft), electric vehicles, and bike share users. 
 
The survey on MakeMyTripcount.org takes 5 to 10 minutes, and the results will inform critical transportation and infrastructure decisions throughout Western Pennsylvania.   
 
“The survey asks every resident to share their commuter experience,” explains Executive Director of Green Building Alliance Jenna Cramer. “We can only create a healthier and more vibrant city if we understand how all Pittsburghers access economic opportunity.” 
 
Respondents who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing to win one of twenty $50 visa gift cards. 
 
Make My Trip Count runs from September 10th until October 26th on MakeMyTripCount.org. 
 

08/09 2018

Citizen & Student Police Academies – Fall 2018


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 Announcing upcoming Citizen & Student Police Academies for the Fall of 2018. 
 
The Citizen's Police Academy (CPA), for individuals 18 years of age and older, will  be held weekly beginning Thursday, September 6, 2018. 
 
The Student Police Academy (SPA), for youth in grades 9 thru 12, which will also be held weekly beginning Wednesday, October 10, 2018. 
 
All classes will begin at 6 PM and will be held at Point Park University, Downtown Pittsburgh.
Click here for CPA flyer for more information.
Click here for CPA application. 
 
Click here for SPA flyer/application for more information.

06/04 2018

Request For Help/Donations For Neighbors Displaced By Fire On Ward St


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This request for help was posted on Facebook. As SONG gets more info we will pass on to our community:
“If you would like to help in anyway please let us know. Supplies and donations can be sent to the following address:
Lubomir Walter Kochanskyj
Mike Medwed
c/o Ward Street Fire Charity
914 North Saint Clair Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
412-837-9580
Please specify if you want to help a specific tenant(s) or all 5 tenants as a whole (Mike Apt.#1, Louie Apt. #4, David Apt.#5, Joel Apt.#2, Jason Apt.#1A basement). Apt.#3 was vacant at the time. More information will be posted about David, Joel, and Jason as soon as it becomes available.
A donation page is being set up and a link will be available shortly. If you know anyone (person, business, charity) that might want to help please share this Facebook page with them. Thank you and God Bless.
Click here to visit the Facebook page.
04/24 2018

DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day – Sat4/28 10a-2p


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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.
04/17 2018

Techno Teens Workshop Spring 2018


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  8th-12th grade students living in zip codes 15213 and 15219 are invited to
explore STEAM subjects with the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, through
robotics. Students will learn to a build basic, remote-controlled robot using the
provided VEX kits and will practice operating them through various games and challenges. Space is limited. Registration is free.
Click here for registration form.

04/10 2018

Two Zone 4 Coffee With A Cop Events Tue 4/17 & Thu 4/19


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Building relationships. One cup at a time!
Come join the Pittsburgh Police Force for coffee and conversation! This is a great opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the Zone 4 Neighborhood & Community Resource Officers.
  • Tuesday, April 17, 10am-1pm – The Coffee Tree, 5524 Walnut St, 15232
  • Thursday, April 19, 1pm-3pm – Starbucks, 2345 Murray Ave, 15217
Any questions? Please contact Zone 4 Police Station (412) 422-6559
Click here for printable flyer for 4/17
Click here for printable flyer for 4/19

 

04/10 2018

Online Tool To Provide Feedback To City Budget Planning


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City launches interactive online tool for access to budget 
  • How are your tax dollars spent?
  • How would you spend City money?
  • How would you balance the budget? 
The City of Pittsburgh has launched an online interactive tool in order to engage constituents regarding the budget and collect feedback. 
 
The Office of Management and Budget announced the launch of Balancing Act, which includes features simulating users' own capital budget and operating budget, as well as a tax receipt tool to show an individual's contributions to the city, according to a news release. 
 
The tool also aims to allow for greater transparency and access for a better understanding of the process, according to the release. 
 
Click on the link below to use the tool and submit your budget as a recommendation to the city.
pittsburgh-tr.abalancingact.com/taxreceipt
Click here for a printable flyer.

04/05 2018

Free Fellowship Dinner At Bellefield Towers


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The Commonwealth is a new church organization in Bellefield Towers and hosting a free dinner next week on Wed Apr 11 at 6pm. The menu is homestyle pot-roast with honey glazed carrots, a crusty dinner roll, and chocolate chip cookies. (Plus a portobello "pot roast" for vegetarians). 
 
The Commonwealth
100 N. Bellefield Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
www.oaklandcommonwealth.com
412-701-1628   
 
Click here for printable flyer.  
 
There is also an event their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/commonwealthoakland/