09/08 2016

Voter Registration Deadline Oct 11, 2016. New Txt and Online Access


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Voting information now available by text; 2 million in Pa. aren't registered
Pennsylvania has just launched a voter registration text messaging service. Eligible Pennsylvania citizens can text the word "PA" to "2Vote" (28683) on their smartphones. The user will receive a link that provides direct access to the online voter registration application, voter registration status, polling place locator and link to contacts for county offices and the Department of State. 
The text message link also provides users with important dates and deadlines significant to the Nov. 8 general election. Standard messaging rates may apply.  
 
Know someone who's not registered to vote? Oct. 11 is the deadline to register before the Nov. 8 election, when candidates for president, U.S. senator and other offices will be on the ballot. Pennsylvania now has online registration at www.votespa.com.  
Questions? Call the Allegheny County Elections Division at 412-350-4500. 
Other important deadlines:
•    Nov. 1: Last day to apply for a civilian absentee ballot 
•    Nov. 4: Last day to return a completed civilian absentee ballot
 

09/06 2016

Sept 2016 – Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh


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Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience.

A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:
Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/
Also a few of the “10 great family adventures in Pittsburgh this September” from NEXTPittsburghInline image 1
http://www.nextpittsburgh.com/events/10-great-family-adventures-in-pittsburgh-this-september/

 

09/02 2016

City Offices Closed & Refuse Collection One Day Delay For Labor Day 2016


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In observance of Labor Day, City of Pittsburgh offices will be closed and there will be no garbage collection on Monday, Sept. 5, but six regional city pools will be open. 
 
Citiparks Facilities  
 
Weather permitting, all six Citiparks spray parks will be open from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and six Citiparks swimming pools will be open from 1 – 5:45 p.m. Labor Day is the final day of operation for the following Citiparks pools: Highland Park, Jack Stack (Brighton Heights), Moore (Brookline), Ormsby (South Side), Ream (Mt. Washington) and Sue Murray (North Side). 
 
In addition to city offices, Citiparks’ 10 recreation centers and 14 Healthy Active Living centers for seniors will be closed Monday. The Farmers Market in East Liberty is also closed on Monday. All city offices and facilities will reopen Tuesday. 
 
Refuse Collection  
 
There will not be any city refuse, bulk waste or recycling collection on Monday and all collections will be one day later. 
09/01 2016

Sept 2016 – Oakwatch Mtg Wed 9/21 Noon, Green Team Mtg 9/15 6pm


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Oakwatch : The Oakland Code Enforcement Project
Third Wednesdays
July 20 Noon at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, located at 234 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213​. They ask you to please RSVP.​
No outside food/drink, no backpacks/briefcases
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Oakwatch webpage 
 
Green Team : Putting the “oak” back in Oakland
Third Thursdays
July 21, 6pm, Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Green Team webpage   

08/30 2016

Public Mtg On Forbes Ave Safety Improvements – Wed 8/31 5pm 5034 Forbes Ave


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Wednesday, August 31, 5:00PM
5034 Forbes Avenue, Cohon University Center, Room: Rangos 3 (2nd Floor) 
 
PennDOT, City of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and Oakland Transportation Management Association (OTMA) will share the Forbes Avenue Safety Improvements' project schedule and design plans at the meeting.The project proposes to make transportation safety and efficiency improvements on Forbes Avenue, from S. Craig Street to Beeler Street. 
 
Please show up on Wednesday to have your voice heard. 
 
Safety on Forbes Avenue came to the forefront last fall with the death of Susan Hicks, who was riding her bike home from the University of Pittsburgh, where she worked. Safe, connected bike infrastructure throughout Oakland is critical. 
 
The safety improvement projects are scheduled to take place beginning fall 2017 through summer 2018. 
Click here to see the PennDOT Public Meeting Notice
08/24 2016

Police Chief McClay’s Town Hall Meeting – Zone 4 Thu 9/15 6-9pm


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Join the Pittsburgh Police and Chief McLay for a Town Hall Meeting! 
*Meet your Public Safety Zone Council Leadership* 
 
Share Public Safety Concerns • Review Crime Statistics • Provide Feedback On
Community-Police Relations • Provide Feedback On How the Police Can Better Serve Our Community 
 
Zone 4: Thursday, September 15 6-9pm
Pittsburgh Firefighters Union Hall, 120 Flowers Avenue, Hazelwood 
 
Zone 3: Wednesday, August 24, 6-9pm
IBEW Hall, 5 Hot Metal Street, #100, South Side Works 
 
For more info and other dates, see flyer.
08/23 2016

Pgh Public School – Look, Listen & Learn Forums 2016


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Join Superintendent Hamlet for his Look, Listen and Learn Tour!  Please attend one of nine listening sessions to share your thoughts on the District’s strengths and areas for improvement. Themes from the listening sessions will be shared at the November 2nd Education Committee Meeting and will help lay the foundation for the District’s 5-year strategic plan. 
 
To review the 90-day plan, please visit www.pps.k12.pa.us/90dayplan
08/15 2016

College Football – Penn State At Pitt Sat 9/10


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Penn State is scheduled to play football against Pitt in Pittsburgh on Saturday September 10 starting at Noon.  This will obviously mean a lot of extra party activity that entire weekend especially in Oakland.  We hope everyone will be respectful of our neighborhood, but please be on the watch for any excessive or destructive behavior.

08/15 2016

ALCOSAN 2016 Open House Sat 9/17 9-4


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2016 ALCOSAN Open House
3300 Preble Avenue 
Pittsburgh, PA 15233 
Saturday, September 17
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
 
Saturday, September 17 marks the return of ALCOSAN's annual award-winning Open House event, FREE and open to the public rain or shine!  Join us for the region's largest watershed and environmental festival, featuring hands-on environmental exhibits, treatment plant and laboratory tours, microbiology and watershed life demonstrations, and educational activities for all ages!
 
Click HERE for more info and to register.