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HPCC Newsletter: Highland Park Deer Hunt and More News From the Neighborhood
by nancy gohring 19 Apr '24

19 Apr '24

View this email in your browser | | | | | | | | Hello Neighbors! Did you know that the HPCC is your RCO? In Pittsburgh, neighborhood organizations can become recognized by the City Planning Department as the community’s Registered Community Organization (RCO). RCO status gives neighborhood organizations a formal role in development projects and neighborhood planning. RCO requirements apply to certain types of projects that must have a public hearing in front of the Public Art & Civic Design Commission, Historic Review Commission, Planning Commission or the Zoning Board of Adjustment. The developer is required to request, and we’re required to host, public “Development Activity Meetings” - yes, DAM meetings! These meetings provide community members an opportunity to learn about and provide feedback on development activities in their community. After the meeting, the RCO sends a letter with community feedback and concerns (and sometimes also testifies) to the applicable board. In recent years, the HPCC has held DAM meetings regarding requests for non-conformning changes to residential properties in the neighborhood, and to proposed changes to the Zoo entry plaza. This is just one of the many services the HPCC provides to help the community be informed and engaged. Follow our blog or Facebook page, or watch the community listserv, for notices about future DAM meetings. Looking forward to the May flowers all these April showers should bring. As always, with many thanks, Stephanie Walsh HPCC President | | | | | | Are you in a band or know someone who is? Do you have a connection with someone who has a food truck? We’re looking for bands and food trucks so that we can make the Bryant Street Festival better than ever! If you want to participate or have recommendations, let us know at hpccpgh(a)gmail.com. | | | | | | Help Wanted | | The HPCC needs you! Those of you who have been in the neighborhood for a while know that the HPCC has continued to expand its work, advocating for important projects like securing the Bryant St. Parklet for community use and planning your favorite events like the yard sale and the Hullabaloo. If you enjoy these activities, consider getting involved — each of these projects requires many hours of work by dedicated volunteers. Here are some roles we’re currently looking to fill: - Communications specialists: HPCC is forming a Communications Committee to help with sharing information to the community and promoting neighborhood events and issues. This includes improving coordination and quality of our communication across social media channels, the newsletter, physical mailings, printed flyers, emails, etc. - Event planning and day-of volunteers: Are you a food truck gourmet? Music lover? Planning is underway for the Bryant St. Festival (June 2) and our event coordinator is looking for an assistant to help line-up and coordinate food trucks and bands. We’re also seeking volunteers to help with the Hullabaloo and other events. - Bryant St. Parklet lawn mowing: Everyone’s favorite Bryant St. hang-out needs regular lawn mowing. We are looking for someone who can bring their mower down and give the lawn a trim, as needed. - Board seats: Join the board! We’ll have available seats starting in June. If you live in the neighborhood, you’re qualified! It’s a great way to get involved, support the neighborhood and have fun. If you have interest, experience and time to commit approximately five to 10 hours a month, please reach out to volunteers(a)hpccpgh.org. | | | | | | Highland Park Deer Hunt | | In March, the city released summary information about the pilot deer hunt program in Frick Park and Riverview last year. The city deemed the program a success and during the HPCC’s March community meeting our park ranger, Bram Pert, shared that the city is planning to expand the program to Highland Park this year. The program was designed to address problems associated with the city’s unmanaged deer population, including an increased number of vehicle-deer collisions, over-eating of native plants and a loss of natural fear. In 2023, 108 deer were killed during the deer hunt, with 59 of them donated to local food banks that provided 9,440 meals for hungry people. Hunters are required to undergo a background check, wildlife violation check and an archery proficiency test before they are allowed to hung as part of the program. You can read more about the program on the city’s deer management website. Stay tuned for opportunities to voice your opinion about the expansion to Highland Park. | | | | | | Enjoying this newsletter? Become an HPCC member to support more Highland Park community content like this. Membership starts at $10/year. Join or renew today! | | | | | | Save the Dates | | A number of favorite neighborhood events, organized by HPCC, are coming up. Mark your calendars! April 18: HPCC Community Meeting, Earth Day Theme, Zoom, 7 p.m. April 20: Children’s Earth Day Event, 10 a.m. - noon, Super Playground April 23: Primary Elections 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. May 5: Marathon Cheer Party, 8 a.m. to noon, Bryant St. and Highland Ave. near Tazza D’oro May 16: HPCC Community Meeting Social at the Bryant Street Parklet, 7 p.m. May 18: Parklet clean up, 9 a.m. to noon, Bryant St. Parklet June 2: Yard Sale & Bryant Street, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bryant St. and neighborhoodwide. Yard sale registration information coming soon! August Sundays: Reservoir of Jazz, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., near the fountain in Highland Park Sept. 19*: Hullabaloo, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Rhododendron shelter in Highland Park *Please note the new date for the Hullabaloo — it has been rescheduled to September this year | | | | | | Bryant St. Parklet Lease Extended | | The HPCC has been working with the Urban Redevelopment Authority to secure the Bryant St. Parklet (on the corner of Bryant St. and Euclid St.) for continued use by the community. While we hoped to buy the land, which would have justified continued investment in improving the parklet, we were unable to negotiate a rate that we could afford. However, the good news is that we were able to sign a five-year extension on the lease, with the opportunity for five renewals — amounting to the potential for community access to the parklet for 25 years. Stay tuned for more as the HPCC works on plans for improvements and additional uses for the property. Get in touch if you’d like to get involved! | | | | | | A Note From St. Andrews | | Thank you to everyone who donated food items to the East End Cooperative Ministry. This month, St. Andrew’s is preparing to donate gifts to the graduating seniors of The Neighborhood Academy. Each senior will get a check for $150 to help offset the costs of books and incidentals when they go to college. Thank you to the families who attended the Easter Egg Hunt on March 31. Lots of fun was had by everyone. Looking ahead to June, St. Andrew’s will once again be hosting Vacation Bible School for children ages 5 to 10. This year the dates are June 17 - 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Crafts, stories and dinner are on the agenda. For more information please email beckymarinov(a)gmail.com Please visit www.standrewspgh.org to learn more about mass schedules. | | | | | | | | Check out HPCC’s March meeting minutes | | | | | The Highland Park Community Council is an all volunteer-run organization. We are responsible for many of the great events that make this neighborhood so special like the Hullabaloo, the Yard Sale, Light-up Night, the Bryant Street Parklet Pumpkin Patch and so much more. Please consider donating to continue to make this the best neighborhood in the city. If you are interested in volunteering, send an email to volunteers(a)hpccpgh.org. If you would like to become a supporting member, join here. Memberships start at $10/year. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Copyright (C) 2024 HPCC. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a member of Highland Park Community Council or you signed up for the newsletter. Our mailing address is: HPCCPO Box 5036Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |

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for sale 2 oil-filled electric radiators
by Christine Frechard 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Asking $40 for each. Thank you

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PawPaw pollination
by Arbor Park 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hi neighbors, We have one pawpaw tree in our front yard that is 8-10 years old. It usually has 1-4 flowers and even developed fruit a couple years ago. Pawpaw generally require at least two genetically different trees in close proximity to bear fruit so those fruits were quite a surprise to us. This year the tree has at least 50 flowers so i was wondering if anyone knew about or was interested in trying to hand pollinate their tree with ours. Let me know if you are. We are near the high-rise. Thanks and take care 🐝

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For sale: outdoor table, 6 chairs, umbrella
by Melody Farrin 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

For sale: well-worn but fully functional outdoor table, 6 chairs, green umbrella, umbrella stand, green cushion covers--and winter covers for the table and chairs (the chairs are stackable). There are some scratches on the table and areas where the paint is flaking off the chairs, but touch up paint included. The table and chairs are powder coated aluminum, so lightweight but sturdy. Table: 42" x 84" Umbrella opens to 8'. $100.

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Wooden swing set
by Erin Sellner 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Free homemade wooden swing set , wood is all in good shape - treated lumber 1 swing and 1 hanging bar with rings Photos on request Erin

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Free you haul above ground swimming pool
by Erin Sellner 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Free, above ground 18 ft x4 ft pool. Needs a new liner. You take down and haul away, needs several people to do the job. Can email photos on request Erin

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Tai Chi Happy Hour - this Friday!
by Melissa Zoé 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hello everyone, Join us for a Tai Chi Happy Hour end-of-week wind down! *Every Friday 5-6pm* in Highland Park - left of the fountain (weather permitting!*) *If you would like to be added to our newsletter to received notifications or cancellations, please email us at: thereawakenproject(a)gmail.com You can also join us in Sharpsburg *Every Wednesday 12-1pm* Location: *Art in Motion* 1001 Main Street, 2nd Floor Sharpsburg 15215 *Regular drop-in price is $15* *Or get your class pass today and save!* You can purchase a class package here: https://bit.ly/taichipasses [image: QR code Tai Chi passes.png] Please email us to let us know if you are joining us for the first time! In good health, Melissa [image: TAI CHI BEGINNER.jpg]

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Patio Furniture For Sale
by Sarah Ramsey 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hi, Neighbors! As part of a back yard redo, we are changing out our patio furniture. We have a matching set of 2 dark brown wicker chairs and a love seat. The frames are still in great shape. The cushions are fine, but weathered and some wear and tear. You could use as is or simply replace the cushions. Asking $100. See photos, thanks! Sarah

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FS: NWT bhldn dress
by Sofia Sparks 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hi neighbors! Hoping to find a good home for a dress I purchased last month for my wedding in June - it has no faults, just no longer fits and would need to be fully reconstructed to do so. BHLDN Bonaire gown, size 16 (appears to fit like a true 16), the color is a true white chiffon with all over embroidery. Purchased for $775, asking $650 or make me an offer! Link to dress: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/bhldn-bonaire-v-neck-embroidered-… Photos attached - it is still in its protective sleeve but if you would like more detailed photos please let me know. Sent from my iPhone

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Collectible; sofa side coffee table by local artist
by Christine Frechard 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hello neighbors, MY PICTURES ARE TOO HIGH FOR THAT SERVER...ASK FOR PICS. SORRY *This BEAUTIFUL CERAMIC/ glass table was made by the famous local ceramist, Laura McLaughlin.* For who does not know Laura, here she is. *Laura Jean McLaughlin (b. 1965) is an American ceramic sculptor, print maker, and mosaic artist. She has created over 100 collaborative mosaic murals and installations throughout the city of Pittsburgh and as far away as Tolne Denmark. McLaughlin received her MFA in ceramics from West Virginia University, and her work has been exhibited in over one hundred galleries and museums, including the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, the Mobile Museum of Art, the Montgomery Museum of Art, the Ohio Craft Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, the Delf Norona Museum, the San Angelo Museum of Fine Art, the Baltimore Institute of Art, and The State Museum of Pennsylvania. She is a recipient of the Maggie Milono Memorial Award from the Carnegie Museum of Art and three prestigious residencies from the Kohler Company in Wisconsin. * *Asking $390 *

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