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Archives for July 2017

CV School Board: Last-Minute Phone Message Secures Approval For Added Construction Costs

July 31, 2017 By Tim McNellie

Chartiers Valley superintendent Brian White briefly leaves the board meeting room on July 25, 2017

For a moment, it looked like the Chartiers Valley School Board might not approve $70,000 in change orders tied to its $80 million middle school/high school construction project. The project’s construction manager, Jason Day, told the board that if the change orders weren’t approved, the middle school building could be “nonfunctioning” by the time school… [Read More]

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Chartiers Valley School Board – July 25, 2017

July 28, 2017 By Tim McNellie

Jeff Choura of the Chartiers Valley School Board discusses finances at the board's July 25 meeting.

Here’s the Chartiers Valley School Board meeting from July 25, 2017, along with the district’s official recap of the meeting. Superintendent’s Report Dr. White discussed enrollment and staffing needs, particularly at the Primary School. The district’s kindergarten enrollment is high, which translates to larger than ideal class sizes. In addition, class sizes for first and… [Read More]

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Zoning Hearing Set for Washington Avenue Office Tower

July 24, 2017 By Tim McNellie

The empty lot at 625 Washington Ave. in Bridgeville

It’s been a year and a half since we first saw an artist’s rendering of Gopal Tower, the five-floor, 22,000-square feet office building that a local doctor plans to build at 625 Washington Avenue—the empty lot across from the post office. Originally, the building was to be an ultra-modern glass and steel structure that resembled… [Read More]

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Here’s Your Route 50 / Wash Pike Construction Update

July 19, 2017 By Tim McNellie

An overhead view of the intersection of Washington Pike and Route 50

Back in April, we reported on a construction project coming to the Route 50/Washington Pike intersection aimed at alleviating traffic problems by introducing new left turn lanes at major back-up points. We said that work would likely begin in May. Obviously, that didn’t happen. It seems that PennDOT hasn’t yet issued the necessary construction permits…. [Read More]

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Unhappy About Dogs Leaving Messes In Your Yard? Sue Your Neighbor, Says Borough Solicitor

July 18, 2017 By Tim McNellie

Bridgeville Borough Solicitor Thomas McDermott addresses council during a July 11, 2017 meeting

Dogs are leaving messes in yards in the southwest part of town while the dogs’ owners brazenly watch it happen, according to a few area residents who attended July’s borough council meeting. The residents came to the meeting hoping that their story might persuade council to enact some type of law that would keep dogs… [Read More]

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Refocused Back Tax Collection Strategy Continues to Get Results For Bridgeville

July 17, 2017 By Tim McNellie

bridgeville borough councilman joe verduci speaks at the july 2017 council meeting.

In just a few months, Bridgeville officials have collected more than 40% of the overdue real estate taxes owed the borough. Bridgeville’s delinquent tax list decreased by 5% in June, adding to the 35% drop in the months prior, said councilman Joe Veruduci. He praised borough manager Lori Collins and her staff for their “excellent… [Read More]

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The Bridgeville Civic League’s Gospeltality Music Festival Is This Saturday

July 17, 2017 By Tim McNellie

The gospel group Voice For Christ performs on a stage in a scene from a music video

This Saturday, June 22, the Bridgeville Civic League presents the Gospeltality Music Festival — a day-long live gospel music event at Fairview Park that will also include food, art, and clothing vendors, and more. Last year’s lineup included includes a who’s-who of regional gospel music talent, including Voices for Christ, The Pittsburgh Gospel Lights, DaMarra Chanel, and… [Read More]

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Tickets Still Available for Chamber of Commerce Chevy Truck Raffle—Only 750 Will Be Sold

July 13, 2017 By Tim McNellie

A silver 2017 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck

The Southwest Communities Chamber of Commerce is still selling tickets to win a three-year, pre-paid lease on a 2017 Chevy Silverado — or $18,000 cash. Only 750 tickets are being sold, with the drawing on July 26. Tickets are $65 each. To purchase your yours, stop by the chamber or call 412-221-4100. Photo via Chevrolet… [Read More]

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On Bridgeville Council, Dems & Republicans Unite To Support Massive Federal Grant Program

July 13, 2017 By Tim McNellie

It’s easy to complain that there’s too much government, especially at the federal level. It’s easy to complain that tax rates are too high, especially at the federal level. But it’s very hard for local elected officials—Democrat or Republican—to say “no thanks” to big government when there’s a chance of scoring some federal money for… [Read More]

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Bridgeville Borough Council – July 10, 2017

July 10, 2017 By Tim McNellie

bridgeville borough council discusses local issues during its July 2017 meeting

Update: July 2017 Council Meeting Minutes July 2017 Public Hearing Minutes ROLL CALL VISITORS, PLEASE STATE NAMES AND ADDRESSES MINUTES A motion of the Borough Council regarding the minutes of the June 12, 2017 regular meeting as submitted. ORDINANCE NO. 997 A motion of the Borough Council regarding Ordinance No. 997; an ordinance amending the… [Read More]

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