Our year in review
2017 was a year of big accomplishments in Lawrenceville. In case you missed it, here are some of the achievements in 2017 that we’re most proud of.
Save the date for our annual membership meeting on June 5th, 2018, and if you’re not already a member, please consider supporting our work. Membership is $5 per year or $35 for a lifetime.
Lawrenceville United established a new program geared towards our growing senior population (anyone 60 and older). Our latest initiative, the Senior AdvantAGE Program, is an opportunity to effectively connect seniors to services and resources, other seniors, new residents and neighbors, and to businesses throughout the Lawrenceville area. Seniors can expect to take part in a…
Name: Deirdre Kane Area: Upper Lawrenceville/ 10th Ward How long have you lived in Lawrenceville? 41 years Why did you move to/ stay in Lawrenceville? Born in 10th ward Current Employer/ Job Title: Highmark/ Market & Co-owner 52nd Street Market Please list Community Service, Non-Profit, or Board Experience: Steward for Lawrenceville Organic Community Garden, Mentoring, FitUnited Board @ Highmark What makes…
Joint Comments from Lawrenceville United and Lawrenceville Corporation Regarding Draft Operating Permit for McConway and Torley On behalf of Lawrenceville United and Lawrenceville Corporation, thank you for the opportunity to provide comments to the draft operating permit for McConway and Torley. Lawrenceville United’s (LU) mission is to improve and protect the quality of life for…
Home Renovation Leads to Toxic Lead Levels in Lawrenceville Lawrenceville has an old housing stock, and as new construction and renovations occur across the neighborhood, it’s important for all of us to know lead-safe practices for working on homes. For homes built before 1978, the EPA’s Lead Renovation Repair and Painting Rule requires that anyone…
Name: Dora Walmsley Area: Upper Lawrenceville/ 10th Ward How long have you lived in Lawrenceville? 7 years Why did you move to/ stay in Lawrenceville? Was looking for a more community focused neighborhood. Current Employer/ Job Title: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank/ Volunteer Program Coordinator Please list Community Service, Non-Profit, or Board Experience: Pittsburgh Cares, Hill Top Advisory Council, Lawrenceville Organic Community Gardens,…
Help shape the future of Pittsburgh Public Schools! In December 2013, PPS released the plan “Whole Child, Whole Community,” which was created with feedback from the community. The Plan sets forth a path to help the District address two critical issues–financial stability and academic performance as well as reach our vision: ALL children will graduate…
