March 2019 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Curbside Composting Available
by Amber McCann 25 Mar '19

25 Mar '19

Hello neighbors! We've recently begun using NextGen Curbside Composting which provides a compost bucket and picks up compostables from our porch every week (in our neighborhood, on the same day as trash/recycling pickup). They've been great to work with and for $20/month, offer pick-up along with bringing compost back to you if you'd like, three times a year. They also offer recycling for hard-to-recycle items and eco-consulting. You can read more about their program here: http://www.nextgencomposting.com/ They do have a referral service so if you choose to sign up, please list my name (Amber McCann) in the referral space. Happy composting! Amber

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Patio recommendations
by THOMAS WATERS 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

We have a brick patio which is unacceptably messed up because of roots under the bricks. Looking to get estimates and then replace the patio, in the most cost effective and attractive way. If you have had similar work done and gave someone to suggest, please drop me an email.

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Please find the HPCC March newsletter attached!
by Monica Watt 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

Enjoy! IN THIS ISSUE: A Letter from the President Girls Hope of Pittsburgh February Meeting Minutes Venture Outdoors - Walk in the Park Day Walk Mother of all Pottery Sales 2019 PWSA Orthophosphate Project Update Highland Park Nature Watch Around St. Andrew’s Monica Monica Watt President, Highland Park Community Council Editor, HPCC Newsletter Chair, Park & Playground Committee Co-Chair, House Tour Committee Member, Zoning Committee 412.818.4702 c monicawatt931(a)gmail.com <mailto:monicawatt931@gmail.com>

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Ikea desk, black- $10 obo
by Sheila Saykiewicz 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

Good condition, Ikea desk https://www.amazon.co.uk/IKEA-LEKSVIK-Desk-black-79x50/dp/B00GMMB6MG

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ISO Items for my kid to do outside :)
by shannon deferrari 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

Hi neighbors, Im looking for a Razor scooter, a bike for a nine year old boy and a large yoga ball, Anyone looking to sale these items cheap please let me know. You'll be a huge help! Thank you Shannon D Feel free to text or email 412-260-0414 I have two shannonannphoto(a)gmail.com

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Upcoming School Board Candidate Forums - CORRECTION
by Stephanie Walsh 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

I made a mistake with the dates in the posting I sent out yesterday (see below). The HPCC community meeting with school board candidates will be April 18, not April 25. Sorry for any confusion! Stephanie There's a big push this year to engage more voters in the City's School Board Elections. Why? - Pittsburgh School Board Members are responsible for *enacting policies* that govern Pittsburgh Public Schools - Pittsburgh School Board Members are responsible for *managing a budget that is larger than the City of Pittsburgh’s* operating budget - *Significant gaps in student success* remain in Pittsburgh Public Schools Yet, despite the clear importance of the Pittsburgh School Board,* less than 20% of registered voters voted in the last four School Board elections*. (www.pump.org) We have four people running to represent our district on the PPS School Board this year. Below is information about two forums for all school board candidates coming up in April. In addition, *all candidates for District 2 (which includes Highland Park) are being invited to the April 18 Highland Park Community Council meeting. * Our next school board member may be determined during May's primary election - please engage! Stephanie Walsh *April 9: **PGH - School Board Candidate Forum - A Call for Equity*, 5:30 p,. Carnegie Library Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15208 - hosted by One Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network, Great Public Schools Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers, and Education Rights Network (see flier below) https://www.facebook.com/events/2368192706524114/?active_tab=discussion *April 24: * *2019 City-wide School Board Candidate Forum*, 5:30 pm, Kaufmann Auditorium, 1825 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 - hosted by A+ Schools https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-city-wide-school-board-candidate-forum-ti…

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vacuum suggestions
by Becky Slemmons 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

Could you please tell me what your favorite CANISTER vacuum cleaner is, including all the specs? Ours just broke and there are no more Kenmore parts available to fix it, due to Sears going out of business. So we do not want to buy a Kenmore. BTW, we have lots of long dog hair to pick up, but looking for suggestions whether you know it's good with LONG pet hair or not. And please specify if you know if it is! Thank you. -Becky

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Free Full Size Mattress
by Mary Beth Green 24 Mar '19

24 Mar '19

2.5 years old Pottery Barn model Gently used, single owner We received a new style free from a friend, so we are offering to pass this along Pick-up from basement, ideally today (Sunday) Reply via email at megreen18(a)gmail.com, if interested.

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Free Landscape Ties
by Mary Kellers 23 Mar '19

23 Mar '19

We have six - 6" X 6" X 8 foot landscape ties at the curb in from of 1119 DeVictor Place. Mary

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ISO lamp repair person
by ckulk44＠aol.com 23 Mar '19

23 Mar '19

Hi, I have a much-loved halogen floor lamp that suddenly stopped working. Does anyone know where one can get a lamp repaired these days? Thanks,Claudette

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