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July community meeting - Dist. 5 councilor: Speak out about Hazelwood recycling facility expanding to accept trash | The Homepage
Hazelwood neighbors and friends gathered online and in the second-floor classroom of Community Kitchen Pittsburgh on July 8. They heard updates on new housing in Hazelwood and learned about making their homes more energy efficient. District 5 Councilor Barb Warwick had a last-minute addition to the agenda. She alerted meeting participants to a potential problem at the recycling facility at 50 Vespucius St. in Hazelwood.
Aug 14 min read


June community meeting - Controller Heisler: City must contain costs, grow revenue to beat post-pandemic ‘hangover’ | The Homepage
The June 10 Greater Hazelwood monthly community meeting was well attended despite the beautiful late spring weather. Attendees got an update on the BioForge facility under construction on Hazelwood Green, learned about Hazelwood’s homegrown workforce development company and heard from City Controller Rachael Heisler.
Jun 306 min read


May community meeting - Better Block Foundation will return with painted crosswalks in July | The Homepage
People gathered online and in person for the May 13 Greater Hazelwood monthly community meeting. They got exciting news about painted crosswalks coming to the business district. They also learned about a possible concept for the former home of Josza’s Corner. In Hazelwood Green news, an obscure zoning code change was discussed. Representatives from Module Housing visited for a second time to talk about their planned development.
May 305 min read


April community meeting - New housing project planned for Eliza Street on Hazelwood Green | The Homepage
Residents gathered on April 8 for Hazelwood Initiative’s monthly community meeting. They learned about Hazelwood Green planned housing updates. Presenters also informed them about a proposed zoning amendment and civic engagement opportunities. The meeting provided updates on several projects that will shape the neighborhood’s future.
May 13 min read


March community meeting - Robotics Innovation Center and food justice projects take shape
Report from the March 11 Greater Hazelwood hybrid community meeting.
Mar 304 min read


February community meeting - SW PA Regional Safety Action Plan’s goal: Zero traffic deaths or serious injuries | The Homepage
The Feb. 11 Greater Hazelwood community meeting drew a good crowd of in-person attendees and close to 20 people online.
Feb 283 min read


January 2025 community meeting - Hazelwood residents and organizations weigh in on the Bus Line Redesign | The Homepage
The first community meeting of the new year was made virtual-only due to heavy snow and intense cold on the evening of Jan. 14.
Jan 313 min read


Four new board members elected | The Homepage
Hazelwood Initiative board election and holiday party bring together friends and neighbors Photos by Juliet Martinez By Juliet Martinez,...
Jan 12 min read


PRT draft proposal and Duck Hollow Trail project put focus on getting around town | The Homepage
Residents told PRT they want bus service that serves Glen Hazel and allows access to Squirrel Hill, Shadyside and Oakland By Lauren...
Nov 30, 20243 min read


Q&A about Hazelwood Green’s first planned housing development | The Homepage
Also: Updates on the City of Bridges homes in Hazelwood By Juliet Martinez, managing editor The first housing development planned for...
Nov 4, 20245 min read


Residents weigh in on new Woods Village development plan | The Homepage
Also: Clean containers and flatten boxes before curbside pickup so they actually get recycled By Juliet Martinez Community meetings give...
Sep 29, 20245 min read


Horseshoes, a water feature, play space and decorative trash cans | The Homepage
Imaginations ran wild with ideas for temporary installation on 4900 block of Second Avenue By Juliet Martinez, managing editor Photos by...
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Hazelwood’s historic Carnegie Library: Performance space? Fitness studio? Something else? | The Homepage
Residents brainstormed the future of the historic building in hopes of restoring and activating it again By Juliet Martinez, managing...
Jul 1, 20244 min read


April community meeting: How strategic planning helped Hazelwood Initiative win a $2M grant | The Homepage
Also: Youth can apply now for Learn and Earn paid summer job opportunities By Juliet Martinez, managing editor The April 9 hybrid...
May 1, 20244 min read


Community meeting report: Accessibility improvements coming to Keystone Church | The Homepage
Also: PWSA primer includes info on lead line replacement and newly expanded water bill assistance programs By Juliet Martinez, managing...
Apr 1, 20244 min read


Music festival coming to Hazelwood in September | The Homepage
Also: Black mental health training starts in April By Juliet Martinez, Managing Editor The Feb. 13 Greater Hazelwood hybrid community...
Mar 1, 20244 min read


4800 block affordable development sparks lively discussion | The Homepage
By Juliet Martinez The Jan. 9 community meeting drew a standing-room-only crowd to Community Kitchen’s second-floor classroom. The...
Feb 1, 20244 min read


First multi-family development planned for Hazelwood Green | The Homepage
Also: Upgrades planned for Lewis Park By Juliet Martinez, managing editor The well-attended Hazelwood Initiative monthly hybrid meeting...
Jan 2, 20244 min read


Reconnecting Hazelwood to the Duck Hollow Trail | The Homepage
Also: Hazelwood Initiative celebrates climate resilience achievements By Juliet Martinez, managing editor The Nov. 14 Hazelwood...
Dec 1, 20234 min read


PWSA rates may rise, but it’s not too late to make your voice heard | The Homepage
Also: If you do not have a will and other end-of-life documents, this clinic can help you By Juliet Martinez The Oct. 10 hybrid community...
Nov 1, 20235 min read

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