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[Highland Park] Window washer recommendations
by Nancy Levine-Arnold 25 May '07

25 May '07

Does anyone have a trusted window washer who does a good job and will be gentle with windows on wooden frames that are 100 years old? Thanks, Nancy Arnold

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[Highland Park] Summer Book Discussion
by Bruce Robison 24 May '07

24 May '07

"We are ordinary people, yearning--perhaps unconsciously--for deep and meaningful structure in our lives in a world that is fast-paced and swarming with distractions. Like my monastic friends, we too live under vows: our baptismal vows, which are quite formidable if we take them seriously; and for many of us, our marriage vows, equally formidable. But we are ordinary, fallible people living ordinary, untidy lives that are, paradoxically, too often tightly and rigidly scheduled even as we feel overwhelmed and lost in linear time. "If we let ourselve be creative translators, the wisdom of centuries very different from ours can be a friendly guide." Margaret Gunther, _At Home in the World: A Rule of Life for the Rest of Us_, (Seabury, 2006),p. 15. It's been a tradition for many years that each summer a number of us at St. Andrew's will read the same book, then assemble for a couple of evening sessions of conversation. Margaret Gunther's book is available widely, in brick-and-mortar as well as online/virtual bookstores, and may also be ordered with a modest discount, via the St. Andrew's Church Office (call 412 661-1245 or see the sign-up sheet on the Welcome Table in Brooks Hall). Many thanks as always to our own Molly Montomery and her "Bookworks" store in Allison Park for the support . . . . Our two summer "Cottage Meeting" Book Discussion gatherings will be on Tuesday evening, June 19, and Wednesday evening, August 15. (Locations will be announced: call the office for any needed update or directions.) Many thanks to all--and happy reading! BruceR

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[Highland Park] Baby Crib Needed
by Pannny＠aol.com 23 May '07

23 May '07

Hello neighbours. I know a young woman who's expecting her first child and is in need of a crib. If you have one that you're ready to part with, please email me so I can let her know. (she has the other basics but if you have other baby items, please list them as well.) Thanks much. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

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[Highland Park] Re: Highland Park Motorcycle Racing & Cars Speeding
by Schubert, Scott 23 May '07

23 May '07

I'm glad we can be of assistance. Lieutenant Tersak and the cycles came up with good strategy to address your concerns. Thanks again for taking the time to recognize the hard work of our officers. It is greatly appreciated. Take care, Scott Cmdr Scott Schubert Special Deployment Division -----Original Message----- From: Michael M. Nadler <mike(a)Divehards.com> To: neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us <neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us> CC: Schubert, Scott; Brackney, Rashall; Tersak, Joseph Sent: Wed May 23 20:32:50 2007 Subject: Highland Park Motorcycle Racing & Cars Speeding Dear Neighbors – Last night I too joined in on the nice weather noise and problems along our main drags here in Highland Park. I called 911 to report motorcycles racing up and down Highland Avenue, as we are just four houses off that road. As I type this I can hear the motorcycles from the Pittsburgh Police pulling over speeders going up and down Highland Avenue, and they have been doing so for well over an hour at this time. The first time that I heard them closer to my house I went out to see that they had three cars pulled over at once at the end of Callowhill Street. When I went down to around Bryant Street and Highland Avenue they had four other cars pulled over then. I wish to thank our police for responding promptly with decisive action on cutting down this continued problem. The following Motorcycle Officers were present when I was there around 8:00 PM this evening: Levier, Elardo, Brown, McGuire, Hough and Eynon. Thank you to Cmd. Schubert for setting up this assignment on behalf of the residents of Highland Park. It is a very pleasant task to report this to our community. Mike Michael Millet Nadler President, Highland Park Community Council P.O. Box 5036 Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Personal Contact Information: 5916 Callowhill Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206, (412) 363-3483, Fax: (412) 363-2925, E-mail: mike(a)divehards.com ________________________________ From: neighborhood-bounces(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us [mailto:neighborhood-bounces@highlandpark.pgh.pa.us] On Behalf Of Pannny(a)aol.com Sent: Monday, May 21, 2007 6:15 PM To: Scott.Schubert(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us; Rashall.Brackney(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us; neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us; Joseph.Tersak(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us Subject: Re: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave I want to thank the neighbours and the police department for the quick response and considering this situation a serious concern. If I may suggest, please install your monitoring device in the area of the community gardens; you'll have better success as there's a stop sign further toward the tennis courts. By the time they reach that stop sign prior to the tennis courts, they normally do stop (or at least slow down) and don't seem to pick up as much speed directly in front of the tennis courts themselves. There's also a blind "corner" as Stanton rounds right past the community gardens. While there's a "SLOW Hidden Driveway" sign, as I pull out of the driveway, my car has come close to being t-boned more than a few times. It's a great corner to tilt the bike into the corner and accelerate....... If there's anything we as residents can do to assist, please let us know. Once again, thank you for your time. Susan In a message dated 5/21/2007 11:34:45 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, Scott.Schubert(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us writes: We will be glad to assist Joe, Can you please assign someone to this detail Thanks Scott Schubert, Commander Special Deployment Division (SDD) -----Original Message----- From: Brackney, Rashall Sent: Monday, May 21, 2007 10:48 AM To: 'Pannny(a)aol.com'; neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Cc: Schubert, Scott Subject: RE: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave Cmdr Schubert, Can you have a couple of cycles monitor speed on the lower part of Stanton near the tennis courts prior to entering Highland Park? Also, can we install a speed monitoring device to capture data so I can determine the best times to assign personnel to this problem? Thanks! Cmdr. Brackney RaShall M. Brackney, Commander Zone Five Station Penn Circle West and Ansley Pittsburgh, Pa. 15206 (412) 665-3605 -----Original Message----- From: neighborhood-bounces(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us [mailto:neighborhood-bounces@highlandpark.pgh.pa.us] On Behalf Of Pannny(a)aol.com Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2007 5:34 PM To: neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Subject: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave Here we go again. The weather gets nice and those of us that live on the block of Stanton Avenue leading into the park have to kiss goodbye a peaceful weekend. For most of this afternoon, our ears were pleasured with the thundering gargle as nearly 40+ motorcycles paraded up and down our street. I especially enjoyed the exhaust fumes creeping into my house and they crawled by. But, so as not to bore us, we were treated for a few hours of drag racing! The speed limit is 25mph and I bet I could have clocked them doing 65 - 85 mph. We have too many children on this street who play near the tennis courts to tolerate this behaviour. As I do every year, I phoned 911, but today I had to phone twice. The second time I requested the car to stop at my home so I could speak with the officer. He said he would drive down the street but there's not much he could do. I suggested placing a few cars on the street to catch and ticket them in hopes of Stanton Avenue developing the reputation as a "hot spot" - so don't race here. He did offer to take the problem back and they would possibly have a few cars frequent our street more often during the weekends. His suggestions was for as many of those that live on this street to phone Mayor Ravenstahl's 311 line and voice our concern about the noise and the excessive speeding. For those that are not aware of 311, the information below is copied directly from the web site. The web site also has an online form one can complete and submit. · What is Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's Response Line - 311? 311 is the City’s phone number for government information and non-emergency services. · Why 311? 311 allows you to call one easy-to-remember number in order to receive information and access to City government services. · How does Pittsburgh’s 311 work? 311 service representatives use a state-of-the-art database of information and services about City government. 311 works closely with other City agencies to maintain the most current information possible. · When is 311 available? All calls to 311 are answered by a live operator from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. · How do I reach Pittsburgh’s 311: In the City of Pittsburgh, dial 3-1-1. Outside of Pittsburgh, call (412) 255-CITY (412-255-2489). I hope many neighbours will consider calling or completing the online form. Thank you. ________________________________ See what's free at AOL.com <http://www.aol.com/?ncid=AOLAOF00020000000503> . ________________________________ See what's free at AOL.com <http://www.aol.com?ncid=AOLAOF00020000000503> . No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.7.6/813 - Release Date: 5/20/2007 7:54 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.7.6/815 - Release Date: 5/22/2007 3:49 PM

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[Highland Park] Highland Park Motorcycle Racing & Cars Speeding
by Michael M. Nadler 23 May '07

23 May '07

Dear Neighbors – Last night I too joined in on the nice weather noise and problems along our main drags here in Highland Park. I called 911 to report motorcycles racing up and down Highland Avenue, as we are just four houses off that road. As I type this I can hear the motorcycles from the Pittsburgh Police pulling over speeders going up and down Highland Avenue, and they have been doing so for well over an hour at this time. The first time that I heard them closer to my house I went out to see that they had three cars pulled over at once at the end of Callowhill Street. When I went down to around Bryant Street and Highland Avenue they had four other cars pulled over then. I wish to thank our police for responding promptly with decisive action on cutting down this continued problem. The following Motorcycle Officers were present when I was there around 8:00 PM this evening: Levier, Elardo, Brown, McGuire, Hough and Eynon. Thank you to Cmd. Schubert for setting up this assignment on behalf of the residents of Highland Park. It is a very pleasant task to report this to our community. Mike Michael Millet Nadler President, Highland Park Community Council P.O. Box 5036 Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Personal Contact Information: 5916 Callowhill Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206, (412) 363-3483, Fax: (412) 363-2925, E-mail: mike(a)divehards.com _____ From: neighborhood-bounces(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us [mailto:neighborhood-bounces@highlandpark.pgh.pa.us] On Behalf Of Pannny(a)aol.com Sent: Monday, May 21, 2007 6:15 PM To: Scott.Schubert(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us; Rashall.Brackney(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us; neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us; Joseph.Tersak(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us Subject: Re: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave I want to thank the neighbours and the police department for the quick response and considering this situation a serious concern. If I may suggest, please install your monitoring device in the area of the community gardens; you'll have better success as there's a stop sign further toward the tennis courts. By the time they reach that stop sign prior to the tennis courts, they normally do stop (or at least slow down) and don't seem to pick up as much speed directly in front of the tennis courts themselves. There's also a blind "corner" as Stanton rounds right past the community gardens. While there's a "SLOW Hidden Driveway" sign, as I pull out of the driveway, my car has come close to being t-boned more than a few times. It's a great corner to tilt the bike into the corner and accelerate....... If there's anything we as residents can do to assist, please let us know. Once again, thank you for your time. Susan In a message dated 5/21/2007 11:34:45 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, Scott.Schubert(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us writes: We will be glad to assist Joe, Can you please assign someone to this detail Thanks Scott Schubert, Commander Special Deployment Division (SDD) -----Original Message----- From: Brackney, Rashall Sent: Monday, May 21, 2007 10:48 AM To: 'Pannny(a)aol.com'; neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Cc: Schubert, Scott Subject: RE: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave Cmdr Schubert, Can you have a couple of cycles monitor speed on the lower part of Stanton near the tennis courts prior to entering Highland Park? Also, can we install a speed monitoring device to capture data so I can determine the best times to assign personnel to this problem? Thanks! Cmdr. Brackney RaShall M. Brackney, Commander Zone Five Station Penn Circle West and Ansley Pittsburgh, Pa. 15206 (412) 665-3605 -----Original Message----- From: neighborhood-bounces(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us [mailto:neighborhood-bounces@highlandpark.pgh.pa.us] On Behalf Of Pannny(a)aol.com Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2007 5:34 PM To: neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Subject: [Highland Park] Motorcycle Racing on Stanton Ave Here we go again. The weather gets nice and those of us that live on the block of Stanton Avenue leading into the park have to kiss goodbye a peaceful weekend. For most of this afternoon, our ears were pleasured with the thundering gargle as nearly 40+ motorcycles paraded up and down our street. I especially enjoyed the exhaust fumes creeping into my house and they crawled by. But, so as not to bore us, we were treated for a few hours of drag racing! The speed limit is 25mph and I bet I could have clocked them doing 65 - 85 mph. We have too many children on this street who play near the tennis courts to tolerate this behaviour. As I do every year, I phoned 911, but today I had to phone twice. The second time I requested the car to stop at my home so I could speak with the officer. He said he would drive down the street but there's not much he could do. I suggested placing a few cars on the street to catch and ticket them in hopes of Stanton Avenue developing the reputation as a "hot spot" - so don't race here. He did offer to take the problem back and they would possibly have a few cars frequent our street more often during the weekends. His suggestions was for as many of those that live on this street to phone Mayor Ravenstahl's 311 line and voice our concern about the noise and the excessive speeding. For those that are not aware of 311, the information below is copied directly from the web site. The web site also has an online form one can complete and submit. * What is Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's Response Line - 311? 311 is the City’s phone number for government information and non-emergency services. * Why 311? 311 allows you to call one easy-to-remember number in order to receive information and access to City government services. * How does Pittsburgh’s 311 work? 311 service representatives use a state-of-the-art database of information and services about City government. 311 works closely with other City agencies to maintain the most current information possible. * When is 311 available? All calls to 311 are answered by a live operator from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. * How do I reach Pittsburgh’s 311: In the City of Pittsburgh, dial 3-1-1. Outside of Pittsburgh, call (412) 255-CITY (412-255-2489). I hope many neighbours will consider calling or completing the online form. Thank you. _____ See what's free at HYPERLINK "http://www.aol.com/?ncid=AOLAOF00020000000503" \nAOL.com. _____ See what's free at HYPERLINK "http://www.aol.com?ncid=AOLAOF00020000000503" \nAOL.com. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.7.6/813 - Release Date: 5/20/2007 7:54 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.7.6/815 - Release Date: 5/22/2007 3:49 PM -- <http://www.highlandpark.pgh.pa.us/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood>

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[Highland Park] Laptops for Sale - Dell, HP, IBM and Toshiba (P1- P4)
by L 23 May '07

23 May '07

Dell, HP, IBM and Toshiba 120MHz - 1.6GHz Laptops: *Some with Docking Stations* Unless otherwise noted, all laptops have a parallel port for printers, stereo sound and built in microphone, modem to connect to the internet (speeds vary), Infrared port, PS/2 port for external mouse or keyboard, two PCMCIA slots for all kinds of add-ons, and 166MHz and up usually have one USB port. If it is NOT listed, it is NOT included (example: Operating System, Office/Word program, CD-ROM, floppy drive, AC adapter, etc.) These laptops and docking stations are used so expect some scratches, broken plastic, cracks, etc. which are cosmetic and DO NOT affect functionality. Batteries, if included, are NOT guaranteed! _____ Partial List of Laptops Available: IBM ThinkPad T30; 1.6GHz (P4), 1GB RAM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, 40GB hard drive, 14.1" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), Windows XP Pro, Office Suite (OpenOffice.org) $850** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- IBM ThinkPad T30; 1.6GHz (P4), 512MB RAM, DVD-ROM, 40GB hard drive, 14.1" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), Windows XP Pro, Office Suite (OpenOffice.org) $700** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- Dell Latitude CPx; 650MHz (P3), 256MB RAM, 20GB hard drive, CD-ROM, 14.1" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (accepts charge, otherwise untested), Windows XP Professional, Adobe Acrobat 6.0, MS Office 2003 Pro: $550 (Software alone is worth $650+) Also available is the Dell C-Series Port Replicator/Docking Station II: $40 if purchased at the same time as the laptop. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- HP ThinkPad 4150; 333MHz (P2), 160MB RAM, NO drives (floppy or CD-ROM), 5GB hard drive, 13.3" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), Windows 98SE: $325 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- HP ThinkPad 4100; 266MHz (P2), 64MB RAM, CD-ROM, 6.4GB hard drive, AC Adapter, 13.3" TFT LCD display/screen, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), Windows 98SE: $285** **Includes HP OmniBook Port Replicator Docking Station, model MS-1. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- IBM ThinkPad 380ED; 166MHz (P1), 16MB RAM, CD-ROM, 2.1GB hard drive, 12" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Windows 95 (No USB, NO modem): $90** (20 available) Add an 56K Modem Card: $15; other upgrades available (RAM, OS, etc). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- Toshiba TECRA 720CDT; 133MHz (P1), 64MB RAM, CD-ROM, 1.3GB hard drive, 12" TFT LCD display/screen, AC Adapter, Xircom PCMCIA 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), Windows 98SE: $150** **Includes Toshiba Docking Station, model PA2710U. Add an external floppy drive: $15 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------- Toshiba Satellite 220CDS (NO AC Adapter); 133MHz (P1), 24MB RAM, floppy drive, 800MB hard drive, USB, 12" TFT LCD display/screen, New Media LanSurfer Ethernet LAN Adapter and Fax/Modem Combo card (untested/no dongles), battery (untested), NO Operating System: $60 Add an external floppy drive: $15 _____ If you need something added/changed on one of the laptops listed above, please ask. I have some SODIMM/144-Pin Laptop Memory in 32MB, 64MB, and 128MB available (mostly PC100), DDR, etc; Floppy Drives; Xircom CardBus 10/100 Ethernet + 56K Modem Cards with dongles; more; all for sale. _____ NOTE - Here are some of the other items available: * Lot of Mostly PII Computers, Parts (Drives, RAM, Keyboards, Mice, Power Supplies, Etc.), Printers, and Much More * Desktop Memory: Pairs (2) of 256MB PC800 45ns RDRAM ECC and Non-ECC (512MB), 512MB DDR PC3200 (1GB) * Dell Margi DVD-to-GO PCMCIA (Laptop) Card with Dongle: $30 Each * Xircom CardBus Ethernet 10/100 + 56k Modem Combination PCMCIA (Laptop) Card with dongles: $35 Each * Sony PlayStation One (PS one), 21 Games, 2 Controllers, MORE: $100 * RCA MSN WebTV System, Model RM 2100: $65 * LOFT Bunk Bed - Discovery Junior All-in-One (Brazilian Pine Twin Loft Bed w Desk, Chair, Storage and Memory Foam Mattress): $850 * 500+ Items of New and Gently Used Children's Clothing, Toys, Books, MORE * Britax Convertible Car Seats (Roundabout, Advantage, Marathon)

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[Highland Park] Electrician
by Kimberly Adams 23 May '07

23 May '07

Dear Neighbors, I am looking to separate my electricity and upgrade my fuse box in June. Any recommendations? Thanks Kim Kim Adams Communications Manager Sustainable Pittsburgh 425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 1335 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Ph. (412) 258-6646 Fx. (412) 258-6645 www.sustainablepittsburgh.org <http://www.sustainablepittsburgh.org/> Sustainable Pittsburgh affects decision-making in the Pittsburgh region to integrate economic prosperity, social equity, and environmental quality bringing sustainable solutions to communities and businesses. Be sure to register to attend the 7th Annual Smart Growth Conference. "Focusing Growth for Regional Prosperity" will be held on May 18. No fee to attend. Highlights include: keynote by Don Chen, Smart Growth America; Public Presentation and Comment on Draft Long Range Transportation and Development Plan for SWPA; and input to the work of the SWPA Smart Growth Community Committee http://www.sustainablepittsburgh.org/2007_Conference/main.htmls <http://www.sustainablepittsburgh.org/2007_Conference/main.htmls> Become a Sustainable Pittsburgh Member and join us at decision-making tables throughout the southwestern Pennsylvania region. Stay abreast of sustainable development news and events by subscribing to 3E Links, Sustainable Pittsburgh's weekly e-news. For subscription and/or membership, reply to info(a)sustainablepittsburgh.org <mailto:info@sustainablepittsburgh.org>

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[Highland Park] Floor Sanders
by Jay Gilmer 23 May '07

23 May '07

Dear Neighbors: I'm looking for someone that can sand and refinish a small floor. Thanks. Jay Gilmer Jay Gilmer FaithWorks Project Manager 412-661-7507 x115

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[Highland Park] Central Air Conditioning Installers
by rwatling＠sunseri.com 23 May '07

23 May '07

Does anyone have any recommendations on central air conditioning installers for both duct work and the a/c machine?

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[Highland Park] entertainment center
by Khorey, Doug 22 May '07

22 May '07

One last item-- in addition to the "kid stuff" we are also selling an entertainment center in need of a very simple door repair. $20 email or call for more details @412-665-8285

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