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Fwd: Public Safety Prepares for Possible Coronavirus Outbreak
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

*Published:* 02.27.2020 *Contact:* Chris Togneri Public Information Officer Public Safety 412-627-3552 chris.togneri(a)pittsburghpa.gov Public Safety Prepares for Possible Coronavirus Outbreak PITTSBURGH, PA (Feb. 27, 2020) – The City of Pittsburgh’s Public Safety Department continues to prepare for a possible outbreak of Coronavirus in the region. Although no cases have been reported here -- the closest reported U.S. case is in Boston -- Public Safety plans for all possibilities at all times. As such, Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich began holding regular meetings to address Coronavirus concerns in early January. Those meetings continue. Public Safety’s readiness plans include updating the city’s 2014 Pandemic operational plan, which has been completed. As part of that update, contingency plans were added to ensure additional EMS personnel and units if necessary. In addition, First Responders have been trained to identify possible cases of Coronavirus, and to take steps to provide medical care or isolate patients if necessary. As part of that training, First Responders were provided with enhanced personal protection kits that contain face masks, gloves, hand sanitizers and protective eyewear to be worn in the event they encounter someone with the virus. To achieve operational readiness, the city is checking all EMS vehicles, including ambulances, to ensure they are working properly. City officials have also reached out to local hospitals and Allegheny County and suburban public safety officials to coordinate preparedness and response plans. Citizens can do their part in simple ways, most importantly by washing their hands often. “This is about being prepared,” Director Hissrich said. “While we are pleased that no cases have appeared in this area yet, we will be ready if any cases do appear here. We prepare for any and all types of threats, whether it be flooding concerns, large snowfalls, extreme heat, large gatherings in the city or Presidential and dignitary visits. We always prepare, and we’ll be prepared for this as well.” For more information on national efforts to address the Coronavirus, go to www.cdc.gov. <http://www.cdc.gov/> <http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/redtail/images/8660_PPkit.png> (First Responder Personal Protection Kits) ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Free Arm and Hammer
by Jamie Contis 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

Free laundry detergent. 2 bottles of liquid and 3 packs of pods - probably enough for around 100 loads. Pick up in Highland Park.

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Fwd: ACTION ALERT: Tell City Council How You Feel About the Parks Trust Fund
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

Now is your opportunity to share your thoughts with City Council. Register for the upcoming meeting to secure a spot. [image: My Post (32)] *1) SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS REGARDING THE PARKS TRUST FUND WITH CITY COUNCIL* *District 1 | Bobby Wilson | bobby.wilson(a)pittsburghpa.gov <bobby.wilson(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 2 | Theresa Kail-Smith | theresa.kail-smith(a)pittsburghpa.gov <theresa.kail-smith(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 3 | Bruce Kraus | bruce.kraus(a)pittsburghpa.gov <bruce.kraus(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 4 | Anthony Coghill | anthony.coghill(a)pittsburghparks.org <anthony.coghill(a)pittsburghparks.org>* *District 5 | Corey O'Connor | corey.oconnor(a)pittsburghpa.gov <corey.oconnor(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 6 | Daniel Lavelle | daniel.lavelle(a)pittsburghpa.gov <daniel.lavelle(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 7 | Deb Gross | deborah.gross(a)pittsburghpa.gov <deb.gross(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *District 8 | Erika Strassburger | erika.strassburger(a)pittsburghpa.gov <erika.strassburger(a)pittsburghpa.gov>* *District 9 | Rev. Ricky Burgess | reverend.burgess(a)pittsburghpa.gov <reverend.burgess(a)pittsburghpa.gov>* *2) SPEAK UP AT THE UPCOMING CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARINGS* The first public hearing is regarding the creation of the Parks Trust Fund. The second hearing is to authorize funding for the Parks Trust Fund by implementing the Parks Tax. *This is an opportunity to share your...* *support for the creation of the Parks Trust Fund* *-* *support for the additional tax dollars dedicated to parks * *-* *support for The Parks Plan <https://www.pittsburghparks.org/e2t/c/*W6yBzs-9kb8P6N15cg4Fm0rdx0/*W3P8M8K6…>* Call the City Clerk at 412-255-2138 to sign-up or click here <https://www.pittsburghparks.org/e2t/c/*W6yBzs-9kb8P6N15cg4Fm0rdx0/*W1Jkndf2…>and have the opportunity to ask questions or share your own personal statement regarding the Parks Trust Fund. *Please register prior to the meeting to be allotted a 3 minute time period to speak. Those who don’t register will only be given 1 minute to speak, as time allows.* 3) ATTEND THE MEETINGS IN PERSON Both meetings will take place on* THURSDAY, MARCH 5 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the City County Building, located at 414 Grant Street.* Show your support for your neighborhood or community park. *[image: parks-logo]* *Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy* | 45 South 23rd Street | Suite 101 | Pittsburgh, PA | 15203 Update your email preferences <https://www.pittsburghparks.org/hs/manage-preferences/unsubscribe?d=Vnb1QL6…> to choose the types of emails you receive -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Dresser and mirror for sale
by Rad Sellner 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

I have a 4 drawer dresser with mirror for sale, 75.00 OBO, you haul. Pics available upon request.

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Curb alert - corner of callery and hebertom
by Nathan Greco 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

> > Two wood crates, a wooden step, and a kitchen slicer (mandolin). And > whatever else we find. > > Thanks >

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Girl Scout cookie order
by Eric Kaun 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

Trivial request here, but does anyone know a Girl Scout named Amalia who might have sold on Elgin / Highland Streets? We got the wrong cookie order (didn't check it until later), so I'm pretty sure someone else did too. Sadly, we lack a contact or even a troop number... Thanks, - Eric

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Cubii Elliptical for Sale
by Leslie 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

$200 or best offer! Sent from my iPhone

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Fwd: Opportunity for seniors GRAN Activist Network
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

Please see the message below from the Jewish Healthcare Foundation. My name is Kylea Covaleski and I am a Program Assistant at the Jewish Healthcare Foundation. I wanted to let you know about a new program we are offering. The GRAN Activist Network- Senior Civic Academy, which focuses on advocacy around increased Medicaid funding for skilled services and supports for seniors. You will find details below. As well as a flyer attached. If you are interested in participating or have members/ community members who may be interested let me know. I am happy to answer any questions you may have. The Jewish Healthcare Foundation is committed to activism as a core strategy – engaging community and professionals to help change systems of care and payment in the world (or our corner of it)! Right now we are focused on activating seniors to get involved in the fight to make sure that Pennsylvania Medicaid meets its obligations to adequately fund Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). Payment rates have been stagnant for the past 5+ years and the SNF’s rightful slice of the pie is shrinking, seriously endangering the ability to care for the impending needs of frail seniors. To that end, we are launching the GRAN Activist Network this March and were hoping you would want to be part of this effort! We are recruiting a cohort of Senior Activists (no more than 15-20) for a weekly Series scheduled for Tuesdays between 10:00 am and 2 pm this March and April at our Learning Center on 26th floor of our building. We will be involving experts in aging and Medicaid policy to educate us all on the issues, and other experts around issues of government, how to engage with politicians, etc., and successful activists to share their case studies and tips! I hope you will agree to participate, and/or will suggest others whom I can engage. Anyone interested, can contact me at covaleski(a)jhf.org. Kylea Covaleski MPH, MSW,CHES Program Assistant Jewish Healthcare Foundation 412-594-2554 -- Highland Park Community Council Visit our website by clicking here.

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Free white board easel
by aut112＠gmail.com 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

1100 block of Sheridan Ave Typos courtesy of iPhone.

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The casket is taken
by THOMAS WATERS 29 Feb '20

29 Feb '20

If you are wondering what the heck with this subject line. LOL I’ve received a ton of requests so I expect the casket is gone. If something changes, I’ll be in touch with those who contacted me. Thanks!!

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