Progress in Beechview!

Beechview has recently been focused on business district revitalization. Efforts have been stalled because many properties in the business district have been owned by one person, Bernardo Katz. Four of the properties owned by Katz were mortgaged by loans through the city’s Urban Redevelopment Authority. After continued urging by the community, the URA announced at [...]

November 2007 Community Update

Beechview
Community Plan
The RFP closes today for a consultant to help Beechview conduct a neighborhood-wide planning process. This resulting plan will be a comprehensive look at the neighborhood and identify key projects that will improve the quality of life for residents. A steering committee comprised of community stakeholders, and directed by the Pittsburgh Department of City [...]