Wilkinsburg Shooting Update

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From Zone 5 Commander Lando:

“Good evening Zone 5 neighbors,
By now you are all aware of the tragic events that occurred in Wilkinsburg last night. Our deepest condolences go out to the families of those affected by this horrific tragedy.
It has been our experience, based on past events, that retaliatory violence is a likely possibility in incidents such as these. Because some of those involved have ties to the City (specifically the Homewood community), we are working to put a plan in place to minimize the chances of any further violence.
Over the next several days (and possibly weeks), you will notice an increased police presence in the Homewood area. This is being done to keep you safe, prevent any acts of retaliation, and to increase the likelihood that we will catch those responsible for this violence. 
Please understand it is not our intention to cast a wide net over the entire community, but rather to specifically focus on those who are committing criminal acts and making the streets dangerous for the decent, law-abiding citizens like yourselves.
We ask for your cooperation in helping us keep your neighborhood safe. If you have any
information about the shooting or any other crimes of violence, please email me or contact Zone 5 Station at 412-665-3605. You may remain anonymous, but any tip is a potential lead for our investigators.”

HPCC Monthly Meeting February 18 with CEDAW and Thoughtful Balance

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Edith Bell will introduce Pittsburgh for CEDAW, the Convention to End All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. The Pittsburghers for CEDAW coalition was started by the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, New Voices Pittsburgh, Women and Girls Foundation and the Zonta Club of Pittsburgh.  They now have the endorsement of 22 additional organization, including the League of Women Voters, Greater Pittsburgh Business & Professional Women’s Club, ACLU, Women’s Law Project and more.
Laura Nettleton from Thoughtful Balance will present her drawings for three single-family houses on Mellon Street for community feedback. The houses will be three-bedroom, two and half-bathrooms and will be built using Passive House criteria.  Passive House results in buildings that save lots of energy up to 75% over standard construction.  The houses will be modular construction offering superior quality that will be produced by Eco-Craft Homes.  The project will infill the vacant lots that were vacated after an old apartment building and single-family house were demolished some years ago.  Come see the improvements to the 900 block of Mellon Street!

HPCC Monthly Meeting – January 21st at 7pm

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Please join us for the HPCC Monthly Meeting, Thursday, January 21st at 7PM at St. Andrew’s Church. Everyone is invited to attend!

David Hance from the HPCDC will give an annual review of their work in the neighborhood. This will become a standing January meeting presentation.

Kristin Saunders, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator Department of City Planning will discuss proposed bike infrastructure along Negley Avenue, specifically Negley/5th to Negley/Stanton. If you live on or use Negley often, you will want to attend and see how this might impact you.

HPCC Monthly Meeting with HPCDC and PGH City Planning – January 21st

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Join the HPCC for our monthly meeting. Davis Hance from the HPCDC will give an annual review of their work in the neighborhood. This will become a recurring presentation every January. Kristin Saunders, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator Department of City Planning will discuss proposed changes to proposed bike infrastructure along Negley Avenue, specifically Negley/5th to Negley/Stanton.

The event is the monthly meeting of the Highland Park Community Council with council business at 7pm and speakers starting around 7:30pm. It is held at St Andrews’ Church at 5801 Hampton.