January 2013 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] CONTROLLER LAMB WANTS REVIEW OF DECISION TO CLOSE SCHENLEY BUILDING
by Jill M Weiss 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

Sent 01/18/2013 @ 2:09 pm PITTSBURGH - As the Pittsburgh Public Schools consider the sale of the former Schenley High School building in Oakland, City Controller Michael Lamb sent an email to Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Linda Lane and members of the School Board, asking for a review of the decision to close the former high school. "I know the Board and staff at PPS have labored over the decision to close Schenley and the prospects for the future of the building," wrote Lamb "I am writing today to join in the suggestion that the Board should not only take its time with this decision, but also review information that has been made available since the decision to close Schenley to determine the cost effectiveness and impact on student achievement of that closure." Bids from potential buyers and developers of the former Schenley building were due into the district today. The Schenley High School building was closed in 2008 due to maintenance concerns and the estimated costs of repair. ### The text of the entire email is below. Dear Superintendent Lane, Board President Shealey and Members of the Board of the Pittsburgh Public Schools, Today you received bids from potential buyers and developers of the former Schenley High School. Reportedly, these proposals will include plans for residential, commercial and even educational reuse of this historic structure. I know the Board and staff at PPS have labored over the decision to close Schenley and the prospects for the future of the building. It has been reported that the Board hopes to move forward with a decision on the winning bid in an expedited manner. I am writing today to join in the suggestion that the Board should not only take its time with this decision, but also review information that has been made available since the decision to close Schenley to determine the cost effectiveness and impact on student achievement of that closure. Decisions about school facilities should be made with the best information available and it is clear that new information regarding the costs of maintaining Schenley as a school has become available. That information may verify that closing Schenley was the right decision for the Board. But that information may also suggest that keeping Schenley as a school is more cost efficient than current plans to rehabilitate and improve other PPS facilities. I think it is important for the Board, and for the public, to have a full airing of a cost/benefit analysis of improving and maintaining the Schenley building given the new information that has been revealed. This is an important and historic structure in a phenomenal location. We should do everything we can to make the best possible decision for its future. Sincerely, Michael E. Lamb Controller, City of Pittsburgh Contact: Douglas Anderson Deputy Controller Office: (412) 255-2055 Cell: (412) 480-6833 Email<mailto:douglas.anderson@pittsburghpa.gov> © 2013 City of Pittsburgh<http://pittsburghpa.gov> | Office of the Controller<http://pittsburghpa.gov/controller> | <http://www.facebook.com/> | <http://twitter.com/> If you would like to unsubscribe from Press Releases<http://pittsburghpa.gov/controller/press-releases>, please click here<http://pittsburghpa.gov/mypgh/process/nl_unsubscribe.htm?nlid=72>.

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[Highland Park] Items for sale
by Joe Froetschel 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

I recently renovated the kitchen and I'm selling the old appliances. All are black and include a slide-in stove ($125), dishwasher ($50), and under cabinet mounted microwave ($25). I'm also looking to get rid of a bookshelf ($25), three stools ($100), and a glass media tower ($25). Please email jfroetschel(a)gmail.com or call 412.513.8366 if interested.

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[Highland Park] wheelchair needed for a short time
by Patricia Buddemeyer 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

Does anyone have a light-weight travel wheelchair that a friend of mine could borrow for a couple of weeks? She slipped on some ice a few days ago and broke her leg. This would help her get around on her first floor. pat

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[Highland Park] $40 Magellan RoadMate 1200 receiver
by Barb Val D 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

$40 Magellan RoadMate 1200 receiver A rugged, pocket-sized portable GPS auto navigation system Features: - Audible Features: Voice Navigation Instructions, Arrival Alarm - 3.5-inch QVGA 16 bit LCD full color, touch screen display (resolution 240 X 320) - Detachable SD memory card has pre-loaded US maps of 48 contiguous states, Puerto Rico and Hawaii. - Intuitively easy to navigate menu - Trip calculator: Avoid toll roads, Current speed, Detour Feature, Least use of freeways, Route Recalculation, Shortest distance, Shortest time - 1.3 million searchable Points-of-Interest (restaurants, food-mart, ATM's,) - QuickSpell technology - 3D Map View, Altimeter, Compass, Address Book - Grids: Latitude/Longitude - USB PC Interface - High Impact Plastic Alloy Body - SD (Secure Digital) Card Expansion Slot - Built-in Antenna Includes - Integrated rechargeable Li-Ion battery with 3 hour battery life - Windshield mount - Adhesive disc for dash mounting - Basic cradle - Cigarette lighter power adapter - Quick reference guide, user documentation on CD-ROM

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[Highland Park] Found Bosch Box
by Rachel Ortiz 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

My husband found a dark blue Bosch tool box on Bryant Street near De Victor Place earlier today. If it belongs to you, please respond and let me know what is in it and we'll make arrangements to get it back to you. Rachel

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[Highland Park] Recommendations for garage door openers
by Rebecca Maclean 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

We are looking for recommendations for purchasing and installing a new garage door opener (one car garage, door is still in good shape). Hoping to find a local company if possible. Thanks in advance!

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[Highland Park] Residential Cleaning Service
by Jean Marie Pearce 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

Devon and I wanted to let this list serve know that we have availability starting in two weeks for residential house cleaning. We are thorough, honest and non-toxic. You can hire us on a bi-monthly, or monthly bases. House sitting and pet care also available. **Love your space and stave off the winter blues by keeping the house fresh and clean.** Send us an email or give a call if to discuss your needs with us, we expect to fill the calendar up soon! jm.d.greenclean(a)gmail.com 412-999-9086. -- Jean Marie

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[Highland Park] Coffee and Conversation: Tomorrow!
by Bruce Robison 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

This is something of a last minute announcement, as the arrangements have just come together, but: At the St. Andrew's "Coffee and Conversation" hour, at 10 a.m., "in between the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services," tomorrow, January 20, we will be talking with St. Andrean Maryellen Hayden. Maryellen has been especially in our thoughts and prayers following the tragic death of her colleague (at Action United, Pittsburgh) and friend Ka'Sandra Wade. I'm sure we've all continued to follow the story in the news. Maryellen has been very involved in the public conversation about domestic violence and the appropriate training and response of public safety personnel, and she can share some with us about what is going on in that area. Perhaps more importantly, though, Maryellen is leading a team of friends, colleagues, and community members who have been supporting Ka'Sandra's family, and most especially her son Zaire (who was in our Godly Play class and with the Chorister rehearsal last Sunday). There are some immediate concerns about support for Zaire, and there is also a longer-term effort to provide scholarship and support for him in the future. All are welcome, and I hope to see you there. BruceR http://www.standrewspgh.org http://revbmrobison.blogspot.com/

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[Highland Park] Color scanner for sale
by Pathwalker15206 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Pathwalker15206 <pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com> > Date: January 19, 2013 6:24:09 AM EST > To: pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com > Subject: Color scanner for sale > > > Never used. New in box. Never opened. Asking $60.00 > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Blk <blknepp(a)gmail.com> >> Date: January 19, 2013 6:07:23 AM EST >> To: pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com >> > >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >>

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[Highland Park] Antique test tube holders w/ glass test tubes for sale
by Pathwalker15206 19 Jan '13

19 Jan '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Pathwalker15206 <pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com> > Date: January 19, 2013 6:28:33 AM EST > To: pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com > Subject: Antique test tube holders w/ glass test tubes for sale > > > Very cool, very old test tube holders. Great as a display or can be used to hold flowers! A real conversation piece! $15.00 each. > > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Blk <blknepp(a)gmail.com> >> Date: January 19, 2013 6:06:17 AM EST >> To: pathwalker15206(a)gmail.com >> > >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >>

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