Park Place Updates

Park Place Updates -- Refuse & RECYCLING Info!

2012-01-16T08:06:07Z

REFUSE & RECYCLING SCHEDULE & INFO

The City has finally seen fit to post the 2012 refuse & recycling collection schedule. I'm not sure if any have been mailed out or not, since notoriously they only send one per building. Landlords are responsible for conveying this information to tenants.

Since today is a holiday, our trash and recycling will be picked up tomorrow, Tuesday, January 17.

Some general reminders:

Trash and recycling are not supposed to be put out before 6PM the night before pick-up.
If you put your recycling out on the wrong day, please don’t leave it out all week. It looks trashy and often ends up as trash/litter because it blows all over the place.
Curbside recycling is single-stream, meaning you can put all of the following materials into either blue bags or a clearly marked recycling container:
- Plastic marked with a recycling arrow triangle that has #1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 in the center
  - includes frozen food bags, plastic shopping bags, most soda and food containers
  - does NOT include Styrofoam nor many brittle plastic clamshell or take-out containers that are usually #6 or #7
- Glass
- Metal Containers (including aerosol cans)
- Newspapers
- Magazines, Catalogs & Paperboard
  - includes cereal boxes; TP/paper towel rolls; Kleenex boxes; pasta and frozen dinner boxes; paper milk cartons, & aspetic boxes*, e.g. for soup and other "shelf-stable" liquids
- White office paper
- Junk Mail and Hardcover Books
- Phone Books
Corrogated cardboard must be flattened and tied or flattened and bundled into boxes separately

* I called to confirm this. For more info about what items are recyclable see Recycling & Refuse Collection Guidelines: http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/pw/assets/12-refuse-recycling-collection-guidelines.pdf

Collection schedule
http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/pw/assets/12-collection-schedule-central-eastern.pdf

Winter 2012 Recycling Newsletter
http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/pw/assets/12-recycling-newsletter.pdf

Mayor’s Green Guide
http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/pw/assets/12-recycling-newsletter.pdf

Christmas tree composting
Through January 31, you can drop your tree off at City drop-off center to be composted. Our closest drop-off site is: 2nd Division P.W., North Dallas Ave at Hamilton Ave; 412-665-3609; Monday - Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Trees must have all ornaments, lights and stands removed. Absolutely no trees in plastic bags or netting will be accepted.
Trees placed out on the curb will be taken to the landfill.

http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/pw/assets/2012_christmas_tree_collection.pdf

Drop-off Recycling

Ever wonder why, if we have single-stream recycling, you still need to separate recyclables when you take them to a drop-off center? Here’s your answer from Shawn Wigle, Recycling Supervisor for the City of Pittsburgh:

Construction Junction Recycling Drop-Off

The City of Pittsburgh requires residents to separate recycling as listed at each recycling drop-off. Yes, at times you may see the recycling truck mixing different materials together as a single stream load. This is an option that we can use in order to keep up with the high volume of material. However; based on the changing recycling markets and our processing contracts, this may not always be the best option and we will again take the different materials as separate loads. If at any time we make a change in this policy, updated signage will be posted at the drop-offs.

Please help us keep the drop-offs clean. Do not leave loose material on the ground or outside of the gate if the drop-off is closed. Also, please be sure to breakdown all cardboard boxes. Styrofoam packaging materials are not recyclable through the City program and should be disposed of properly before bring the boxes to the drop-off. Last but not least, the drop-offs are for recyclable materials only. If you see anyone illegally dumping other materials please call the Recycling Division at 412-255-2631 with a description of the vehicle and the licenses plate number.

Thank you for recycling.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS & WEBSITES

Refuse and Recycling Collection 412-255-2773

Recycling Information 412-255-2631

Park Place Updates -- TODAY! - More Property Tax Info Sessions

2012-01-09T06:30:54Z

INFORMATION SESSIONS ON PROPERTY REASSESSMENTS

from Councilman Bill Peduto

There will be two information sessions held this week on the subject of Allegheny County property reassessments. Elected officials will answer questions about the assessments and the appeals process to help insure that property owners will have all the information that they need.

JCC Information Session of Property Reassessments
WHEN: Monday, January 9, 2012, 7:00pm until 9:00pm
WHERE: Jewish Community Center, Levinson Hall B, Kauffman Building, 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (map)
WHO: State Representative Dan Frankel, Councilman Corey O’Connor, Councilman Bill Peduto

Information Session on Property Reassessments
WHEN: Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 6:30pm until 8:00pm
WHERE: West Penn Hospital, Wintergarden Auditorium (1st Floor), 4800 Friendship Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 (map)
WHO: Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, State Representative Dom Costa, Councilman Bill Peduto, Bloomfield Citizens Council

http://www.billpeduto.com/information-sessions-on-property-reassessments/

from Councilman Ricky Burgess

A neighbor posted this info on Facebook from a flyer that has been distributed in the neighborhood. Apparently, my building only got one and I didn't pick it up, so I haven't actually seen it.

The Point Breeze North CDC is having a community meeting at which Councilman Rev. Ricky Burgess will be present.

Topic: Property Reassessment Appeal Process

Monday, January 9, 2012
Westinghouse Park Shelter
7pm - 8:30pm

The letter also lists two City-Sponsored meetings:

Monday, Jan 9
Homewood Senior Center
7321 Frankstown Ave
Morning: 10am
Evening: 6pm

And, here is the mayor's help page (you can also call 311):
http://pittsburghpa.gov/mayor/appealassist/

FIND US ON FACEBOOK

Join the conversation with your neighbors in the Park Place Neighborhood group!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ParkPlacePgh/

Park Place Updates -- JAN. 7 Workshop: Property Reassessments

2012-01-02T09:02:18Z

LHRC Workshop: Allegheny County Property Reassessments

from Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation

If you own a house or other real estate in the City of Pittsburgh or in Mt. Oliver, chances are you have already received a notice of your new property assessment from Allegheny County. (Notices to property owners outside the City are due in your mailboxes sometime in 2012.)

The filing deadline for an informal review of your new property valuation is Jan 13 and the deadline for a request of a formal appeal on your new property assessment is due to the Allegheny County Board of Property Assessment Appeals & Review on Feb 10.

To learn more about this process and the Allegheny County Reassessment of 2012, come for an informational session by Pittsburgh attorney Greg Biernacki of Real Estate Tax Consultants, Inc.

When: Saturday, Jan 7
Time: 10:00 — 11:30am
Where: Landmarks Housing Resource Center
744 Rebecca Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Click here for a map and driving directions.

RSVPs are appreciated. Contact Mary Lu Denny at 412-471-5808 ext. 527 or marylu@phlf.org

Please note that PHLF does not provide tax or legal advice. This session is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal or tax advice. Please consult your own tax and legal advisors with respect to questions or issues.

Park Place Updates -- 2 free tix to Pitt v. Syracuse game today @ noon!

2011-12-03T08:36:29Z

A Park Place neighbor has 2 tix on the 50 with a parking pass for Pitt v Syracuse today at Noon at Heinz Field. Free to first respondent. Call Tom at 412-889-4032 for pick up instructions.

Park Place Updates -- Holiday Party!; Holiday Help from the 'Hood; LHRC Lighting workshop

2011-12-02T21:09:46Z

Mon. 12/05 - GPPNA Holiday Potluck!

The Greater Park Place Neighborhood Association Board of Directors invites you and your family to come meet your neighbors at the annual Park Place Potluck Holiday Party!

Monday, December 5th
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Waverly Presbyterian Church Social Hall
(corner of S. Braddock and Forbes Avenues)

Drinks, paper goods, and music will be provided by the GPPNA Board (we bring food too!). Guests are asked to bring a favorite dish or dessert to share at the party, as well as a healthy non-perishable food item to donate to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

We ask guests to label their dishes (we’ll provide supplies to do so at the event if you forget in advance) and indicate whether it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or if it contains allegerans such as tree nuts, peanuts, or soy.

Supervised children are welcome, activities will be provided.

We hope you’ll join us for this cherished holiday tradition!

The GPPNA Board of Directors

Katy Frey, President
Melissa Neely, Vice President
Khrys Myrddin, Secretary
Sue Breslow, Treasurer
Jim Lenkner
Marlene Green
Mary Hupe
John Mayberry
Marilyn Navish-McCullough
Joni Rabinowitz

Holiday help right here in the ‘hood!

From Alix Marchetti

Are you in need of help for the Holiday Season?

I am available evenings and weekends to serve, bartend or perform kitchen duties for private parties, organize, clean, wrap gifts, holiday card mailings, holiday/tree decorating (indoor) and any other assistance you may need. My rate is $12/hour except for decorating services which are $15/hour.

Please feel free to contact me by phone or email. Alix 631-848-1859 or annmarchetti@gmail.com. Many references available.

Let me help your party run smooth and reduce your stress!

Happy Holidays!

~Alix~

SAT. 12/10 – Landmarks Housing Resource Center Workshop

From the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation

Light Up the Winter with Typhoon Lighting

For our December workshop at the Landmarks Housing Resource Center, join us for a session with the folks from Typhoon Lighting — an established Regent Square business — who will bring their expertise on all aspects of residential lighting fixtures, design, and installation.

Located at 1130 S. Braddock Avenue, the professionals from Typhoon will talk about varied aspects of lighting, touching on the enhancement of light by unique pieces from contemporary to antique collections. They will also discuss their services regarding repairs and consultations for all your lighting needs.

DATE: Saturday, Dec. 10
TIME: 10:00am — 11:30am
LOCATION: Landmarks Housing Resource Center
744 Rebecca Ave, Wilkinsburg, Pa 15221
Click here for a map and driving directions.
FREE

RSVPs are appreciated. Contact Mary Lu Denny: marylu@phlf.org or 412-471-5808 ext. 527.

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Join the Park Place Neighborhood Group here: www.facebook.com/groups/ParkPlacePgh/

Park Place Updates -- GPPNA Holiday Party Dec. 5th; Wilkinsburg Yard Waste Pick up

2011-11-30T07:09:46Z

Mon. 12/05 - GPPNA Holiday Potluck!

The Greater Park Place Neighborhood Association Board of Directors invites you and your family to come meet your neighbors at the annual Park Place Potluck Holiday Party!

Monday, December 5th

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Waverly Presbyterian Church Social Hall
(corner of S. Braddock and Forbes Avenues)

Drinks, paper goods, and music will be provided by the Board (we bring food too!). Guests are asked to bring a favorite dish or dessert to share at the party, as well as a healthy non-perishable food item to donate to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

Supervised children are welcome, activities will be provided.

We hope you’ll join us for this cherished holiday tradition!

The GPPNA Board of Directors

Katy Frey, President
Melissa Neely, Vice President
Khrys Myrddin, Secretary
Sue Breslow, Treasurer
Jim Lenkner
Marlene Green
Mary Hupe
John Mayberry
Marilyn Navish-McCullough
Joni Rabinowitz

SAT. 12/03 - WILKINSBURG YARD WASTE PICK UP

The Borough of Wilkinsburg is collecting yard waste this Saturday, December 3, 2011. Place yard waste in the proper containers and put it out on the curb by 9am. See this flyer for more details:

http://wilkinsburgsun.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/yardwasteposter.pdf