November 2011 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

FW: [Highland Park] Question about covered fire pit and wood burning
by Burns, Michael 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

In response to the dialogue discussed on the Highland Park list serve I would like to clarify some questions and concerns about "open burning" and the use of manufactured fire pits, chiminea's and other wood burning and patio appliances used for recreational burning. In the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County you are required to have a permit for any type of open burning, including medium to large recreational fires or bonfires for events or gatherings. However, some approved burning devices are not considered "open burning" under the fire code and these would be manufactured fire pits, chiminea's and other wood burning and patio appliances used for recreational burning. These do not include a fire pit that you built in your yard with brick or concrete block in the dirt on the ground. In all cases you must follow the manufacture's instructions that come with the manufactured fire pit, chiminea, and other wood burning and patio appliance used for recreational burning. You are only permitted to burn CLEAN DRY FIRE WOOD. IT IS UNLAWFUL TO BURN GARBAGE, YARD DEBRIS (GRASS / LEAVES) OR CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL. If the open burning becomes offensive to a neighbor(s) because of the amount of smoke or odor of the smoke the burning is giving off then the burning MUST stop. In short, you can only burn clean dry fire wood in an "approved" manufactured fire pits, chiminea's and other wood burning and patio appliance used for recreational burning. I hope this clarifies some of your questions and concerns. Det. Michael B. Burns, CFI Pittsburgh Police Arson Squad / Bomb Squad / RED Team 4603 Stanton Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412-782-7646 - Office michael.burns(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us Begin forwarded message: From: "Dan J. Martin" <djmartin(a)cmu.edu> Date: November 27, 2011 21:04:21 EST To: Sam Burns <samburnsmck(a)gmail.com>, <neighborhood(a)highlandparkpa.com> Subject: Re: [Highland Park] Question about covered fire pit and wood burning I once spoke with someone at the city -- building codes department, maybe -- who told me that covered fire pits were allowed if they were located at least 15' from any structure. Not sure if that's legit, but it's what we heard! --dan -- REDISTRIBUTE ONLY WITH PERMISSION OF AUTHOR <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood>

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[Highland Park] greeting cards--repurposed--sale and swap--St Andrew's
by Amy P. Kennedy 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Hi neighbors, Just hoping to drum up some business for the recrafted greeting cards (holiday and all-occasion), stationery, gift packaging items, gift card holders and some gift items I'll be selling at the St. Andrew's craft fair on Friday 12/2 (4-7 pm) and Saturday 12/3 (9 am to 6 pm). All items are 99% made from repurposed cards, leftover stock from Creative Reuse, yard sale finds, etc. All sales will be donated to the library. Also if anyone has any leftover craft items, old unused stationery, etc., that they would like to swap in exchange for my finished creations, please bring them by and let's make a deal. Hope to see you there....it looks like it will be a very fun event. Amy

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[Highland Park] Free: Large Antique Armchair
by Corrie Passavant 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

We are giving away a large antique overstuffed arm chair with elaborate wood detailing. It's beautiful, but is in dire need of reupholstery... unless you like your shabby chic reeeeallly shabby. Must pick-up. Please email me at corrielong(a)gmail.com if you're interested and we'll make the arrangements. Thanks, Corrie

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[Highland Park] Duct Cleaning Recommendations
by Shannon Marie Anglero 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Hello! We are looking for recommendations (or warnings!) for duct cleaning companies. If anyone would like to share their experience with different companies, we would really appreciate it! Thank you! -- Shannon Marie Anglero

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[Highland Park] Fwd: Zone 4 & 5 City Wide, Wed. Dec.7th. Teamsters Temple, Lawrenceville
by Keebler, Emily 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Attend the City-wide Public Safety Meeting on Wednesday, December 7th to learn about the PA Emergency Management Agency and hear from City Public Safety officers. *Emily Keebler **· Office of Patrick Dowd · Pittsburgh City Council District 7* *510 City-County Building · 414 Grant Street · Pittsburgh PA 15219 · 412 255 2140* *emily.keebler(a)pittsburghpa.gov <emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us> · www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7* ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: <Corinatoz1234(a)aol.com> Date: Wed, Nov 30, 2011 at 10:42 AM Subject: Zone 4 & 5 City Wide, Wed. Dec.7th. Teamsters Temple, Lawrenceville ** ZONE 4 & 5 CITY WIDE MEETING *WEDNESDAY,* DECEMBER 7, 2011 6 P.M. TEAMSTERS TEMPLE 4701 BUTLER STREET. (LAWRENCEVILLE) GUEST SPEAKER BOB FULLS, PEMA *(PA. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY*)

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[Highland Park] Pittsburgh Artist
by brett mason 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Hi There's still time for holiday shopping;) I am a Pittsburgh artist accepting commissions, house, landscape, pet. I have local landscapes, Outer Banks/nautical landscapes. Both original work as well as prints, ranging in size/price. Typical turnover on commissions is anywhere from 2-5 days, depending on project. I also do matting and or framing if needed. Let me know your ideas! my website is www.brettmasonpaintings.com Thanks, Brett 412 877 2437

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[Highland Park] Original artwork Pittsburgh artist
by Brett Mason 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

I am available for commissioned work, house, landscape, pet...I have original Pittsburgh landscapes and prints available as well. Plenty of time for holidays!! See my work at www. Brettmasonpaintings.com thanks, brett Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] Airport Transportation
by Lynne Porterfield 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

I'm interested in learning what transportation service neighbors have used to get to and from the airport. Would you recommend the service? Thanks.

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[Highland Park] InFocus X2 Projector $200
by Jerome Charles 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Great investment if you want to start a home theater. I bought it about a year ago, and don't find myself using it that often. Works great, minimal scratches. Comes with Mac compatible cord. Here are the specs. http://www.projectorcentral.com/InFocus-X2.htm

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[Highland Park] Firewood needed
by Ward and MR Kelsey 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

For the first time in several years, I need to buy some split firewood and have it delivered to my front porch. I need about a face cord (4'x8'x18"). Any suggestions? Thanks. Ward Kelsey -- Please reply to twokelseys(a)juno.com .

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