July 2020 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Plasterer needed
by Sara MacLeod 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hi all! Looking for a recommendation for someone to repair two ceiling patches in separate rooms, damaged by a since-repaired leaky roof. We can clear out and provide social distancing, too. Thanks in advance! Mac Sent from my iPhone

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Traffic circle plants & public meeting July 30
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hi All, I just wanted to provide a quick update on the plants in the traffic circle. The plants definitely were stressed by the heat on Sunday which, given the multiple days of high temps, would be expected for any new plantings. However, I went out and checked on them all around 7:30 pm that night. Our volunteers (we have 1 or 2 per intersection and a volunteer coordinator) had watered them and they all had perked back up, and they looked better this week. The plants, containers, and soil were all donated by a local nursery. The staff there understood how and where they would be used and felt that the plants would do well there. Please keep in mind that everyone - city staff, the HPCC board, and the HPCC volunteers - are all doing the best that they can. These types of interventions have been proven to make streets safer for all users and that's a good thing. Yes, the implementation has not been perfect. However, this is the first initiative of its kind in the city and DOMI staff is working hard to listen to and address the concerns being raised: they have had 2 public meetings, have a website for feedback, held an on-site meeting, and have a third public meeting scheduled. It will take some time for DOMI to get the signage right and for people to adjust to the traffic patterns. For those of you who have told me how much you already love them - thank you for reaching out. If that's not you, please remember that we are all on the same side - we all want people to be safe in our neighborhood - and we can have concerns and disagree without being disagreeable. If you have feedback about the circles, DOMI is hosting another public Zoom meeting 6pm on Thursday, July 30th. They will review the pilot’s findings and the updated proposal for the neighborway. Here is the link to the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2038679006276030/ Here is the direct link to register on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WJZK4ADxRe-8_iVBKYIvjw?fbclid=I… Here is information on the project: https://moveforwardpgh.org/ne Stephanie Walsh HPCC President -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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ISO place to get new eyeglasses
by ckulk44＠aol.com 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hi all, I'll be seeing my regular optometrist in a couple of days and I'll be getting a prescription for new glasses (trifocals), but they don't have the ability to actually order the glasses, so I need to find a place where I can do that. I'd be grateful for any suggestions. Thanks so much, Claudette

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Some safety observations from me..a visually impaired pedestrian.
by Mia Boccella Hartle 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

As a community member who crosses at Callowhill and Euclid almost daily using my white cane or guide dog, I have noticesd some navigation adjustments that I have had to consider. I think the new traffic circles will require extra caution from drivers and pedestrians. Here are 2 things that I wanted to offer for drivers and pedestrians to think about while traveling through the Euclid Neighborways. I will explain from my specific point of view as a visually impaired individual but this would be apllicable to many pedestrians and drivers. 1. While breaking the sight line directly down the street might be effective to reduce speeding It also puts me at risk for not being seen. When previously crossing this intersection I could identify an oncoming car and be assured that they would most likely stop at the stop sign. This gave the driver an opportunity to see me and gave me the clear opportunity to cross, often making contact with the driver so that they were aware that I might need a little extra time to cross. There is security in knowing that the driver can see you. With the current circle, not only does the driver not have to stop but they will be looking either to the left or the right as they go around the circle and will only see me when they are right near me and may not be prepared to stop if I am in the middle of crossing, even if they are going slowly. Also if there are tall plants in the middle that will further obscure the drivers ability to see a pedestrian. 2. When crossing with the circle I have noticed that cars and trucks get much closer to the edge of the sidewalk when going around the circle and that it is very tight with little room to adjust. My guide dog is trained to find the curb when we approach a street crossing and I also use the curb with my white cane to prepare to cross. If I stand at the curb to cross with the circle there is a good chance I could be hit. I have seen large trucks really struggle to get around the narrow circle so if a driver is not being careful they could go right up and over the curb. I offer my experiences to you to share my unique way of moving In the world in hopes of keeping everyone safe. Thank you for your consideration. Mia

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FS antique wooden and wrought iron chest
by Beth Claussen 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hi neighbors, I’m selling a very unique, super cool, antique wooden chest with wrought iron details. imensions are 39” long, 22.5” wide and 22” high. I can help you get it to your car or van. Asking $100. Pleas email or text at 412-480-8085 if interested. Thanks so much, Beth Claussen Sent from my iPhone

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Looking for old skis or snowboards
by Rosa De Ferrari 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hello! Does anyone have any old skis or a couple of snowboards they're willing to part with? Doesn't matter what condition/if they work or not. Thanks! Rosa

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Re: electrician
by Robert Tessler 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Thanks for all the all recommendations! I’m all set for now! Best Rob -- Robert A. Tessler

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Responses for Places to View Comet NEOWISE
by Rob Nichols 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Hi Everyone, Here are the responses I received regarding places to view Comet NEOWISE, in case anyone else wants to try to see it. Thanks to everyone who responded to my inquiry. · There is a celestial observatory area over by Deer Lakes Park. Maybe that would be a good spot? https://3ap.org/ · Easily seen from "Mount Bigelow" in Highland Park, well above the trees. The walk in and out is easy pleasant from Highland. Prodigious Pgh light pollution is relatively dim to the NW (still very urban). Nice binocular view, but dark sky? Not so much. Only major constellations naked eye. Have fun. · Hartwood Acres area. We saw it at the Hampton Community Park in the orchard. · Wagman observatory near Deer Lakes. Parking is a little tricky (on road/not much shoulder) but many other cars were there. The view was great, not much ambient light, & and people kept good distance from each other. I went Saturday night, around 9:15 & saw the comet, Jupiter, Saturn, & the ISS. Best, Rob Nichols

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For Sale: 2 Melissa & Doug Puzzles + 8 Crate & Barrel Placemats
by Julia Reynolds 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Pick-up only // Venmo preferred! - Julia Set of 8 Crate & Barrel placemats - $20 Great condition, indoor/outdoor easy to clean woven vinyl placemats. Mid-century color [image: Placemats.JPG] Melissa & Doug Wooden Puzzles - $10 for 2 Animal Safari and Dino Puzzles. Safari puzzle is as good as new, the Dino picture is a little worn at the edges but still in great condition otherwise [image: Puzzles.JPG] Julia julialreynolds(a)gmail.com | 703.517.4542

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Free Baby blankets
by Pam&Mark 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Free baby blankets.

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