November 2015 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

looking for slate shingles
by Elisabeth Larman 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Hello everyone, Would anyone have a couple of slate shingles they could part with? This is for a project. They need not to be perfect. Thank you very much. Elisabeth

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ISO new home for kitty
by Beth Claussen 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Hi neighbors, Desperately looking for a new home for puff! She's 12yrs old, and needs a home where she can be the solo pet. My new husband brought a dominant cat to our home, and my daughter moved back home in June with a dog! Too much for puffy! She is a very sweet cat who loves to drink from the sink, sleeps a lot, is an indoor cat, is declawed and craves attention (without being disturbed by the née cat and dog). If you can offer this kitty a home, or know where I can find her a home I'd really appreciate your help!! Thanks so much, Beth Claussen Sent from my iPhone

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Room for rent in 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath apartment in Shadyside
by Lindsay Patross 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Hello HP neighbors, I posted about looking for a roommate earlier this summer and had some great replies from this list. I thought I had lined up a roommate but it looks like that is not going to work out. I thought I would repost here. Please feel free to forward this to anyone who might be interested. Thanks! Huge, beautiful, sunny apartment. I've lived here for several years and renewed the lease until end of May 2016. This is a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment - so you get your own bedroom & bathroom. About the apartment: The front of the building was a mansion from 1800s, back of building was added in 1980s. The apartment is half of the 2nd floor. Kitchen, living room has high ceilings, exposed brick, hardwood floor, gas fireplace. Bedrooms were recarpeted 3 years ago. Bathrooms were painted this summer. Rent: $760 Utilities: Heat is included in the rent. Cable/Electric is less than $50/month/person. Parking: The apartment comes with 2 off-street parking spots. Location: Apartment is a short walk from major bus route & busway, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Walnut Street shopping and more. About me: 30s professional female who works in marketing/pr. I am involved in lots of community events, like bike riding, paddle boarding, local food. I am not much for loud bars and clubs, happy to meet up for a conversation over a local beer. About you: Nice, kind, willing to help keep common areas clean, no drama. I'd like to find someone who wants to socialize occasionally. My past roommates have been CMU students, UPMC residents and professionals. I am hoping to find someone to move in ASAP. Start date can be flexible for the right person. The room can be furnished or unfurnished. The whole apartment is furnished and move-in ready, but I am happy to add/move/rearrange to accommodate more furniture.

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FREEZER
by Thomas Morgan 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Upright Whirlpool FREEZER19 cuAlmondVery cleanOperation is fine and no issuesFrost FREE$350

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Gutters
by Meg 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Any good recommendations for cleaning out gutters? Thanks.

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CALL TO ACTION, Hunt Armory at Risk of high density apartments, not community use for our families
by Michael Malloy 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Neighbor: We are writing to alert you that a decision will be made on Monday 23, behind closed doors, on the future of Hunt Armory that will impact the surrounding schools, neighborhood and other community organizations. This is not the open process you expected. 1. We have learned that a high density apartment complex is a finalist proposal, against almost universal community input against such an idea at earlier ‘open’ meetings. Over 100 apartments that would change the historic armory and create traffic, parking, and general disruption to the area. 1. Another final proposal is a community center that would be an Ice Rink, walking/running track, practice rinks, café, and rooms for fitness classes that would serve all age groups, communities in the city, and all schools and groups. Walking and biking distance of Highland Park. 1. Special interests are now pushing this process behind closed doors with little public knowledge or input. An opaque selection committee actually will choose the final recommended proposal on the 23rd. The public URA meeting on 12/10 is only to vote on this proposal…. So the deal is to be done … quietly… by Monday! TAKE ACTION NOW!: Everyone needs to take action --- takes 1-2 minutes! 1. Simply email the emails below stating you oppose the high density apartments and support the community center/ice rink – you can send 1 email and just send it to everyone at once. 1. IMPORTANT: Come to community meeting on Thursday, the 19th, 6:30pm, at Calvary Church. URA, Mayor’s office and press will be at this event! As will developer. Key points: - Concern that special interests and money will influence outcome for high density apartments and not the community ice ring complex - The only interest served by the apartments are the profits of the apartment owner, NOT the community - Ice Rink complex provides amazing resource in city that otherwise you have to go to suburbs - Negative impact on property values as massive influx of apartments lowers value of surrounding privately owned rentals and then surrounding single family homes. - Ice Ring Complex raise quality of urban living in east end… and thus property values and interest to be here - URA is supposed to operate for the community and city interest… not the interest of private developers. - Sacred heart school kids have played on street for 60+ years. This will end. - Hunt Armory served the community for 100 yrs and is an historic landmark building. It’s future use should keep the building intact and serve the community. - High density apartments will gut building to the façade. Other proposal keeps the historic building intact This is our only opportunity to make a huge difference in our community. Take action now! All information on this project is Buried in public websites and extremely hard to find… Why? You can read about each of the 3 options here: http://pittsburghpa.gov/district8/meetings-resources You can continue to email the Councilman directly at daniel.gilman(a)pittsburghpa.govwith additional comments that will also be sent to the selection committee. Additionally, you can email your thoughts and comments to the URA board members at the email addresses below: Kevin Acklin: kevin.acklin(a)pittsburghpa.gov Ed Gainey: egainey(a)pahouse.net Jim Ferlo: jferlo159(a)verizon.net Daniel Lavelle: daniel.lavelle(a)pittsburghpa.gov Cheryl Hall-Russell: challrussell(a)hillhouse.org Michael Malloy Lifelong Resident of Highland Park and Shadyside

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Test
by Rudolph T. Maceyko 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

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Arts & Crafts Home For Sale
by Tamara Hayes 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

For Sale: Spacious three story, four bedroom Arts and Crafts home in the well sought after area of beautiful Highland Park! Enjoy the expansive rooms including updated kitchen and bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, finished lower level family room and beautiful built-ins with lead glass & exposed woodwork throughout. Fenced-in backyard with patio, lovely front covered porch and plenty of off-street parking! Full wood staircase from ground level to attic displaying a beautiful stain glass window on landing. The house is situated on a quiet residential street with friendly neighbors. Just around the corner from the Highland Park Farmhouse playground, hiking trails and commercial district on Bryant Street with boutiques, café, restaurants and market. Local public schools: Dilworth Traditional Academy, Fulton Elementary and Obama Academy of International Studies. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be within minutes to Bakery Square Technology Center, Google offices, hospitals & universities and all that the East End of Pittsburgh has to offer! On busline to Oakland and Downtown. To learn more, please click here. For more information, contact Pia Colucci at 412-401-4282 Warmly, Tamara Hayes

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Selling 98' Honda Accord Ex- $500
by Leah Marmo 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Hi Neighbors, We are selling our Honda for parts or "as is". It needs a lot of work that we just do not have the resources to put into it. Here is the craigslist link. http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/5318174148.html -- Leah Jo Marmo, MSW "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."

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[Highland Park] Christmas Trees Delivered to your Home
by Josiah Leisher 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Hello neighbors, Once again we will be offering high quality Christmas trees delivered right to your doorstep for the Holidays. These Grade-A Fraser Firs come from a local tree farm and are cut fresh for delivery. You can pay by* cash or check* at the time of delivery or mail a check to the address below. We'll bring the tree in and set it up for you for an extra $10. Please place your order by *TUESDAY NOVEMBER 24* Email us with the* size of tree *you would like, which *delivery date* you'd prefer and *your address*. A phone number might be helpful too. We can leave the tree by the door if you are out or you can give us a time frame and we can arrange the delivery for when you are home. All prices include sales tax. We are offering Fraser Fir this year, which is always the most popular (But let us know if you are really interested in a Douglas Fir or White Pine, and we can probably make that happen for you). We also offer a 24-hour guarantee to ensure your satisfaction with the tree. *FRASER FIR* *6-7' $60* *7-8' $70* *8-9' $90* *9-10' $100* *10-12' $145* *Delivery Dates:* *Saturday Nov 28* *Monday Dec 7* *Thurs Dec 10* *Wed Dec 16* Enjoy the sunshine and Happy Thanksgiving! Josiah & Megan Leisher 1365 Cordova Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15206 814-450-7738

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