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Welcome to Brightwood...
IN NEED OF.....
We are in need of some donated landscaping plants. Several greening and landscaping projects coming up and if you have "extra" flowers, plants, scrubs or trees to donate....call or email BCG Office (412) 732-8152 or Brightwood.Civic@verizon.net
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WEBSITE: www.sandwichweek.pittsburghnorthside.com
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Brightwood Farm Stand
Are you interested in Farm Fresh Produce at reduced prices?
Brightwood Civic Group is hammering out the details but we need to know if YOU...the residents are interested and would like to have a Farm Stand in your neighborhood. NOW scheduled for Lecky Street Garden lot (Lecky & Brighton Road) on Wednesdays from 2PM to 6PM every week June 19th thru November 20th, 2013. What do you think neighbors?? Need to know your thoughts....What produce would you be interested in? ALSO!!! Looking for volunteers to work 1 day a week at the Stand. Call/email me!
Email BrightwoodCivic@verizon.net or call me at the office (412) 732-8152 and let me know your thoughts!
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NEW WEBSITE - Just for Brightwood Residents!
If you Like Facebook you'll LOVE Brightwood Nextdoor
If you Hate Facebook you'll still LOVE Brightwood Nextdoor
It's a website just for YOU! Brightwood Residents. Like Facebook where you can post messages but ALSO post stuff to sell, stuff for FREE, Lost/Found Pet, Need a babysitter? Do you do Handy-work? Recommend a good Mechanic, your favorite Restaurant or Pub, etc...ALL the fun AND important stuff without all the hassels of "friending". It's ONLY for Brightwood Residents and it's FREE!
Go to brightwood.nextdoor.com to signup OR call or send me an email here at the Brightwood Office BrightwoodCivic@verizon.net and I'll send you a personal email invite.
(412) 732-8152
We launched and already neighbors are signing up! Have you?
See you on the site!
Mel
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Side Yard Program Info.
If your house borders an overgrown, publicly owned, vacant lot, you no longer have to look out your window and cringe. The City of Pittsburgh, in cooperation with City Source Associates, is introducing a low-cost minimum way for you to buy that lot and make it your own.
Once the lot is yours, you can transform that eyesore into a garden, parking pad, deck-just about anything you want! In doing so, you’ll not only increase the size of your property and the value of your home, but you’ll also enhance the appearance of your entire neighborhood.
WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THAT PROPERTY?? Edible Garden, Flowers, Picnic Area or Play place for your kids?
Example BEFORE and AFTER
THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS…ALL IT TAKES
1 You must own the property (no more than 2 units) that directly borders (either on the side, front or rear) the vacant lot.
2 All taxes and water and sewage bills on the properties you already own must be current. You must not have any outstanding Bureau of Building Inspection violations.
3 You must provide evidence of liability insurance coverage for the lot.
4 Based on its square footage and/or terrain, the lot must be deemed unsuitable for erecting a freestanding building, as determined by the City.
5 The lot must be publicly owned. If, however, it is not publicly owned but is tax delinquent, you may request that the City seize the property in a Treasurer’s Sale. If successful, the lot may then become eligible for the Sideyard Sales Program.
6 Before you begin making any permanent improvements you must own the property and you must make sure that your plans comply with the City’s Zoning Ordinance. Call 255-2246 to find out what will be required.
TIME AND MONEY
Once the six basic requirements have been met, the vacant lot of your dreams is available through the following process.
􀂾 You must complete and return the Request to Purchase Form.
􀂾 The City will determine whether or not the lot you request is available and eligible under this program.
􀂾 The City will certify that you are not responsible for any outstanding taxes, water or sewage bills.
􀂾 You will then enter into a lease/purchase agreement with the City. The required down payment and lease costs total $201.00.
􀂾 You may begin using and maintaining the lot immediately (although you may not make any permanent improvements yet).
􀂾 While you are leasing the lot, the City of Pittsburgh and City Source will begin the process necessary to clear the title to the property. This usually takes up to 18 months…from start to finish.
􀂾 When the title has been cleared the City of Pittsburgh will arrange a closing date. At that time, you will need approximately $200.00 to cover closing costs, deed recording fees and transfer taxes.
􀂾 If you and a neighbor are both interested in purchasing the same lot, you’ll be required to bid for the property. The minimum bid offer is $250.00.
􀂾 All applications will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL 412 255-2300
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS for 2013 DATES
Brightwood Civic Group General Meetings 7 PM ~ Open to the Public
Generally held the 3rd Tuesday of the Month : located at Pressley Ridge Admin Bldg 2611 Stayton Street
January 15th
March 19th
May 14th (WAS May 21st DATE CHANGE due to Election)
September 17th
November 19th
Brightwood Civic Group Board of Directors Meetings 7 PM ~ by Invitation or call at office (412) 732-8152 to be placed on the agenda.
Generally held the 1st Tuesday of the Month
January 8th
February 5th
March 5th
April 2nd
May 7th
June 4th
July 2nd
NO August Meeting
September 3rd
October 1st
November 12th
December 3rd
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Brightwood Community Public Safety Committee Meeting....
You're Invited! Come out to hear reports from Local Groups and City Departments. Discussion to include Quality of Life, Public Safety and What's going on in Brightwood.
NEXT MEETING: TBA
Improving Your Neighborhood
The Brightwood Public Safety Committee encourages all residents to get involved with life on your street by combating illegal activity, reporting unsafe property conditions and code violations that erode the positive character of the street. You can use any of the following tools to raise the quality of life on your street...
- Call 911 when a crime is in progress
- Submit 311 calls or anonymous complaint forms when conditions deteriorate on a privately owned property or city property, when suspicious activity is regularly occurring at a specific location or when City infrastructure is in need of repair such as street lights or road repairs.
- Leave your porch light on at night.
- Get to know your neighbors.
- Participate in the Brightwood Civic Group General Meetings**
- Join neighborhood clean-up events
**UPCOMING GENERAL MEETINGS: ALL Community Meetings Open to the Public
Tuesday, March 19th @ 7PM
Tuesday, May 14th @ 7PM
Tuesday, September 17th @ 7PM
Tuesday, November 19th @ 7PM
Meetings held at Pressley Ridge @ 2611 Stayton Avenue -
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Brightwood Civic Group. . .Making Brightwood Brighter!
In an effort to transform sections of our neighborhood, BCG acquires vacant/abandoned and blighted properties and rehabs to energy efficiency for home buyers.
Check out what we got!
1324 Woodland Avenue ~ SOLD March 2013
Attractive Victorian, includes a double lot and alley access. This wonderful home features an entrance hall with open stairway and original woodwork, an open floor plan merging the dining room and kitchen. This home includes 3 bedrooms, a NEW powder room tucked in into the hallway. All this for only $135,000. Please call Julie Taylor, Coldwell Banker (412) 366-1600 or Jon Huck, Northside Leadership Conference 412-330-2556. Special financing is available!
Blue Bungalo ~ SOLD March 2013
1407 Woodland Avenue
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 full baths
- Off street parking
- New Energy Efficient HVAC
- Hardwood floors
- $119,900
10-Year Tax Abatement Saves You THOUSANDS and a second mortgage offered by the URA will save qualified buyers thousands as well. You will enjoy a completely rehabbed Craftsman bungalow with hardwood floors and completely new mechanicals. The property features a second floor owner's suite with large bedroom, bathroom, sitting area and flex space. The kitchen is filled with light and was completely redesigned with efficiency and convenience in mind. Entertaining is a breeze with open concept floor plan and 2 first floor bedrooms with a full bath as well. The property was completely rewired, replumbed and a new energy efficient HVAC system installed as well as a new water line from street. For more information contact Jon Huck at 412-330-2556
This project was completed with financing from the Northside Community Development Fund and funding from the Rivers Casino. Professional project management was provided by the Northside Leadership Conference. Thank you! It couldn't have happened without YOU!
1320 Woodland Avenue
SOLD in December 2012!
3 badrooms, 1.5 baths, NEW Kitchen, second floor laundry area, all new mechanical systems, detailed woodwork on the facade, a level lot and alley access. This purchaser also benefitted from the special financing programs.
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Fahrenheit 451 . . Fear in 1953 that television would KILL books
Let's show 'em that's just not so! Visit your local library and we have one right here on Woods Run Avenue.
Check out the great events and classes they have here at the Library! Parking Available
www.CarnegieLibrary.org
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War Memorial-Monument Restoration Committee
Check out the war memorial inventory of the Northside and the City of Pittsburgh (Page 87 of inventory) at the Department of City Planning homepage. The inventory was compiled over the past year by volunteers, Public Works staff, community organizations and veterans organizations as well as the Department of City Planning. If you know of any memorials, monuments or name changes, please contact Morton Brown at the Department of City Planning morton.brown@pittsburgh.pa.gov The preservation and restoration program was initiated and supported by Council President Darlene Harris.
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THANK YOU SPONSORS & DONORS
Adam Ravenstahl
AJ's Place/Postal Depot
A & J's Auto Sales
A.S. Wee Care
Allegheny General Hospital & Northside Leadership Conference
Christopher's Creations
Tom Friday/Friday's Market
IPP Printing
Johanna's Garden
Keith Spells (PGH Board of Education/Custodian)
Liz Style ~ Mayor's Office
Mancini's Transmission
Officer Gary Rupert
Pizza Pescara
Stetson Convention Services
University of Pittsburgh ~ PMADD Volunteers
Woods Run Library
Jamie Younger & Young Brothers Bar