Announcements Archives - Page 10 of 12

Expansion of Residential Permit Parking to be Explored

Written by Allegheny City Central, July 11th, 2014

A public informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 15 to discuss the possible expansion of the Residential Parking Permit Program (RPPP) in Allegheny City Central. This community meeting is being held to discuss what the RPPP program entails and to gauge the interest of the residents in the implementation of the program for their streets. This meeting will not determine the final outcome, but rather provide further possible avenues of action. The program is completely resident-driven, so the residents themselves will decide whether or not to have Permit Parking on their street.

Hearing for 1244 Buena Vista Postponed

Written by Allegheny City Central, July 4th, 2014

Last Friday, we reported that the City of Pittsburgh’s Bureau of Building Inspection (BBI) was set to go before the Historic Review Commission (HRC) on July 2 for permission to demolish the vacant building at 1244 Buena Vista Street. The item was subsequently pulled from the HRC meeting agenda.

Federal and North Master Plan to be Unveiled July 14

Written by Allegheny City Central, July 2nd, 2014

At the July 14, 2014 general membership meeting, Allegheny City Central Association (ACCA) will unveil a Master Plan for the commercial district at Federal Street and North Avenue. This plan is an extension of our larger Community Master Plan that highlights the importance of having a strong commercial corridor serving a diverse group of people.

Celebrate Grand Opening with Local Entrepreneurs

Written by Allegheny City Central, June 28th, 2014

Allegheny City Central residents Julie Peterson and Lynsey Arch invite you to celebrate the opening of their 2,000-square-foot studio at 835 Western Avenue. Join them on Saturday, June 28 starting at 4 p.m. for wine and hors d’oeuvres and take a tour their space. The studio will serve as the new home of their respective businesses, House of Colour Pittsburgh and Physique Rx’d.

Fate of 1244 Buena Vista to be Decided on July 2

Written by Allegheny City Central, June 27th, 2014

The building located at 1244 Buena Vista Street (corner of Buena Vista and North Taylor Avenue) has been unoccupied for years. It has fallen into disrepair and poses a public safety hazard.

Federal Street Traffic Study Underway

Written by Allegheny City Central, June 13th, 2014

At the June 9, 2014 ACCA general membership meeting, City of Pittsburgh Councilman Daniel Lavelle confirmed that a traffic study of Federal Street is underway. The study is in response to neighbors’ concerns about how to help prevent speeding and accidents on Federal Street.

URA Grants Extension to Allegheny City Development Group for Masonic

Written by Allegheny City Central, June 13th, 2014

This week, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) granted an extension until July for Allegheny City Development Group LLC to close on the former Masonic Temple on North Avenue. The Masonic building will move forward with City of Asylum Pittsburgh as the anchor tenant, and the timetable for the rest of the buildings on the block has been accelerated.

Residents Elect New ACCA Board Members

Written by Allegheny City Central, May 13th, 2014

At the general membership meeting on Monday, May 12, ACCA members voted unanimously to elect eight residents to the board of directors.

Born to Run

Written by Allegheny City Central, May 9th, 2014

Jason Owens and Vince Salvino on 5th Bridge

Last Sunday 30,000 runners filled the streets of Pittsburgh for the marathon, the half marathon and relay teams. An early part of the 26.2-mile course winds through the North Side on East Ohio Street, Allegheny Commons, and Western Avenue, where neighbors turn out to support runners.

Meet the Candidates

Written by Allegheny City Central, May 9th, 2014

At the Allegheny City Central (ACCA) general membership meeting on Monday, May 12, 2014, members will vote for individuals to fill open positions on the board of directors. Those elected will serve for two years, through May 2016, and join seven other board members whose terms expire in 2015.