Allegheny Together
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Allegheny
Together endeavors to encourage well-planned, well-designed and
geographically-focused investment in the established, urban commercial
districts of Allegheny County while respecting the unique history,
character, and built environment of each. The program aims to help
organize and empower each community to fulfill its collective vision.
Allegheny Together is a program of:
ALLEGHENY COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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DOWNTOWN BRIDGEVILLE RECOGNITION AWARD
Serafina's Pizza
The Bridgeville Business District Advisory Committee has selected Serafina's Pizza
as its 3rd Quarter Downtown Recognition recipient for 2010. Owner Joe
Brasacchio has just completed an attractive new façade to his business
at 423 Railroad Street. Well-kept storefronts invite visitors, help to
create a positive image of the downtown, and demonstrate a commitment
to our community. Thanks, Joe, for your contributions to our
revitalization initiatives.
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DOWNTOWN BRIDGEVILLE CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Homemade Bread and Pie Sale
St. George's
On-going event
Mystery Book Group
Library, 412-221-3737
1st Wednesday of the month
Second Thursday Book Group
Library, 412-221-3737
2nd Thursday of the month
Farmers and Health & Wellness Market
Tuesdays in September and October
Northwest Savings Bank parking lot
4 to 7 PM
Bridgeville Community Day
September 8
3rd Annual Prayer for Peace
September 11
BV VFD
11 AM
5th Annual Pet Show
September 11
Triangle Park
NOON
412-221-3737 to register pets
7th Annual K-9 Car Cruise
September 18
BV VFD
11 AM to 3 PM
Bag of Books Sale
September 30
October 1 & 2
BV Public Library
Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM
Fri. & Sat. from 10 AM to 2 PM
Halloween Trick or Treat
October 31
6 to 8 PM
Bag of Books Sale
November 4,5, 6
BV Public Library
Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM
Fri. & Sat. from 10 AM to 2 PM
Festival of Trees & Gingerbread House Contest
November 20-21
BV VFD-Chartiers Room
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7TH ANNUAL CAR CRUISE
On Saturday, September 18, the Bridgeville police Department will hold its 7th Annual K-9 Car Cruise/Show at the Bridgeville Fire Department parking lot from 11 AM to 3 PM. Vehicles that participate will be charged $5 each; spectators are free.
It is expected to draw between 100-130 cars, trucks, classics, antiques, street rods, modifieds, specialty, etc. Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 vehicles and trophies will be awarded in 11 categories, plus "Best in Show". Vehicles will be judged by members of the TriRiver Car Club Council Judging Team.
Refreshments will be available all day inside the fire department and a live K-9 demonstration will take place at 1 PM. There will be music by Judy & Fritz and a 50/50 raffle.
Come and enjoy the car cruise with us!
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HEALTHY DOWNTOWN BUSINESS PROGRAM
Allegheny County Economic Development, Allegheny County Health Department, and Town Center Associates (TCA) are currently implementing a new "Healthy Downtown Business Program" in the Allegheny Together communities.
This new program has been created to make it easy for downtown business owners and their employees to implement regular exercise into their daily routine. Each downtown business owner and all of their employees are eligible to participate in this program, which is the first phase in creating healthier business districts in Allegheny County.*
In August, TCA visited all of the Allegheny Together downtown businesses to let them know about the program and to provide them with:
· A Free "Allegheny Together Pedometer"
· A "Walking Route Map" of their downtown to make it easy for them to gauge the distance they walk each day, and achieve their mileage goals
· A Downtown Business Directory to encourage downtown businesses to support one another's businesses
· A Walking Log to keep track of their progress (which will be collected by TCA in October)
· Other handouts provided by ACHD to encourage and support healthier downtown businesses
All of the above documents are also be available at DowntownFirst.net, making it easy for businesses to access additional copies, etc.
During the month of September, downtown business owners and employees will track their steps walked using a free Allegheny Together pedometer. Each week of the program, TCA will be selecting participants to receive prizes to encourage their continued participation. An award, based on the average number of steps walked per employee, will be given to the "Healthiest Downtown Business" and the "Healthiest Downtown Business Employee" in each Allegheny Together Community.
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WALKING FOR WELLNESS
Facts, Figures and Tips
The goal is to walk 10,000 steps every day!
The average person's stride is about 2.5 feet, which means:
2000 steps = 1 mile
10,000 steps = 5 miles
Setting a goal:
Use the first couple of days of your walking challenge to find out how many steps you typically take each day. Then, make a goal to increase your daily steps by 500 steps each day. For example, if you walk 2000 steps per day, make your goal for week 1 to walk an average of 2500 steps each day.
Benefits of walking:
· Lower LDL cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol) and raise HDL cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol)
· Reduce risk of or manage type 2 diabetes
· Reach or maintain a healthy weight
· Lower blood pressure
· Improve self-esteem and confidence
· Build muscle strength
How to increase your steps:
· Park further from the store
· Go for a walk during your breaks
· Do a lap around the mall before shopping for anything
· Walk the stairs instead of taking the elevator or escalator
· Walk the dog or walk with a family member or friend or walk alone and enjoy the peace
· Leave the TV remote near the TV-get up when you want to change the channel or volume
· Walk around your living room during TV commercials
Where to walk:
· Your neighborhood
· Parks and trails
· The mall
· Museums
· Treadmill
Courtesy of Allegheny County Health Department
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SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS DESIGNATION PROGRAM
Allegheny County Economic Development and Town Center Associates (TCA), in partnership with Sustainable Pittsburgh, are launching an innovative new "Sustainable Business Designation Program" to recognize downtown-based businesses that are making efforts to implement sustainable business practices. Through the support of Allegheny County Economic Development, the new program is being launched in the Allegheny Together communities this summer.
The Sustainable Business Designation recognizes businesses for implementing actions that are simultaneously good for their bottom line, the environment, and the social fabric of their communities. Businesses that incorporate sustainable practices into their operations are showing their intentions to improve their performance, and as such, stand out as valuable contributors to their local community business districts.
This Sustainable Business Designation is reflected for each qualifying business in the business directory for their town, available at DowntownFirst.net. The "Sustainable Business" designation helps consumers to identify and choose businesses who are committed to sustainability and who view sustainability as core to their mission and business model.
TCA and Sustainable Pittsburgh staff have been visiting each Allegheny Together business owner to personally let them know about the program. They will provide the business owners with information on resources available to businesses to assist them in implementing more sustainable practices: ultimately saving the businesses money, and having a more positive impact on the environment.
Plans are also underway to create a workshop for Allegheny Together business owners. The workshop will help to inform business owners of resources available to assist them in integrating more sustainable practices into their operations.
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NEW PRINTABLE DOWNTOWN FIRST DIRECTORY
Print it Out. Post It On Your Refrigerator.
Find Downtown Businesses, Fast!
The
new printable Downtown Bridgeville First Directory makes it
easier than ever to choose Downtown Bridgeville businesses, first!
The
printable version of the directory provides customers with useful
contact information for downtown businesses, including business
categories, business names, and contact information. Additionally, the
directory shows which businesses are located in the downtown are
"Certified Local, Independent Businesses" and will soon also provide a
"Sustainable Downtown Business" designation for businesses that meet
established criteria.
Using innovative technology, the printable
directory PDF is automatically updated each time a change is made by a
business owner or TCA to the online Downtown First directory. This
helps to ensure that the directory you print out is up-to-date. Also,
because the directories can be printed on demand, it saves money and
paper (and helps the environment) by not requiring that an entire set
of directories is reprinted each time updated business information is
available...A win for the environment, and for our community!
Check it out today at! Visit the Bridgeville First home page on www.downtownfirst.net and you'll see the link to "Click Here for a Printable Directory" in the "Search Our Business Directory" box.
Thanks for choosing Downtown Bridgeville First!
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FIND AVAILABLE PROPERTIES IN DOWNTOWN BRIDGEVILLE!
Are you looking to open a business in your downtown? Or, do you have a storefront available for sale or lease and need to reach the people looking for space?
Town Center Associates has created a way for the people who need space in downtowns to find the right property. . . and for landlords to find the right tenant!
The website www.downtownproperties.net offers up-to-date information on all of the commercial storefronts in your town available for sale or lease, in nearly thirty communities in Beaver, Allegheny and Lawrence counties. This FREE service allows owners to "list" their available storefronts that are for sale or lease, and provides a photo of the property, the address, and appropriate contact information.
For further information, contact Town Center Associates at 724-728-0500.
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PHLF OFFERS ASSISTANCE WITH
ALLEGHENY TOGETHER INITIATIVES
During this past summer, there were a number of construction projects either underway or set to take place in the near future. There are at least ten façade improvement projects taking place in various Allegheny Together communities at various stages in the process. When complete, the buildings will look their best and contribute positively to their respective downtown areas. Remember, PHLF is available to work with you and your property on a façade improvement project, and there are funds available through Allegheny County's Allegheny Restores matching grant program. The next round of applications will be accepted in the fall, but we can start the planning process now so that all the details are worked out ahead of time. Through PHLF you can also have an interior designer come to your place of business and give you great suggestions on creating eye-catching window displays, paint choices, and any other interior improvement you are considering. PHLF recently completed a number of planning documents for the two newest Allegheny Together communities, Coraopolis and Bellevue. Both communities received a detailed strategic plan that identified key buildings in the downtown area, recommendations to increase foot traffic, a traffic and parking analysis, design guidelines, and a zoning and code review. Together, these documents will help quantify trends in the downtown area, and help identify areas of strength and opportunities to leverage. PHLF is working with business owners and community members on a number of long-term initiatives as well. We are here to assist each community with identifying real estate development opportunities, and to create restoration plans. Please contact David Farkas at 412-471-5808 for more information on any of the items mentioned here.
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STAY UP TO DATE ON DOWNTOWN BRIDGEVILLE
With Our Quarterly E-Newsletter
You are
reading the Bridgeville FOCUS: your quarterly downtown e-newsletter. By using
e-newsletters instead of print newsletters, we can send the information about
our downtown revitalization efforts to a greater number of people and save
paper--a win for the community and the environment!
To
receive your copy of the e-newsletter via email, simply send an email to
tca@towncenter.info and indicate your email address, as well as the name of the
town or towns for which you'd like to receive the e-newsletters. You can
also call Town Center Associates to sign up at 412-577-7447.
Please also
take a moment to forward this email along to your friends, colleagues, family
and neighbors, and encourage them to sign up today! This will help to inform
(and involve) more citizens about the revitalization efforts taking place in
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This e-newsletter was created by Town Center Associates for the
Allegheny Together Program of Allegheny County Economic Development.
For more information about the Allegheny Together program, please visit
www.alleghenytogether.com.
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