Sharpsburg 14th Annual Guyasuta Days Festival August 2-7, 2010 |
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Crime Watch Meeting Dates for 2010 |
2010 Sharpsburg Borough Budget Adopted through December 30, 2009 |
13th Street Boat Ramp Project- UPDATE! |
The new Sharpsburg Volunteer Fire Department Website |
Sharpsburg Community Library- Updated Pictures & Dedication Celebration |
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Sharpsburg 14th Annual Guyasuta Days Festival - August 2-7, 2010
This year's Guyasuta Days Festival will be held August 2-7, 2010 with all activities held at Kennedy Park - 13th & North Canal Streets in the Borough of Sharpsburg. Ongoing attractions include Raffles, Rides (by C&L Shows), Games, Food, Community Sharing, Crowning of the Great Chief and Princess and the ever popular Closing Firewrks Display by Zambelli Internationale. Proceeds from the Festival always benefit community organizations.
This year's schedule features BINGO nightly @ 7:30 P.M. sponsored by Etna Elks #932 & the Sharpsburg Guyasuta Committee, Inc and continues to offer LIVE musical performances EVERY EVENING.
The 2010 schedule of events is as follows:
Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 7:00 P.M. Crowning of Great Chief, Dustin James Mowrey and Princess Jamie Lynn Kozlowski. This year's Community Service Award will be presented to the Men and Women of the American Legion.
8-10 P.M. Rock to the Oldies with KARDAZ.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 6:30 P.M., the Pet Dress-Up Contest.
7-10 P.M. Enjoy a Mixed Variety of Music by the De'ja'vu Band.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 6:30 P.M. Enjoy Free Corn on the Cob!
7-10 P.M. Tap Your Toes to the Country Offerings of George Lucas.
Thursday, August 5, 2010 - 7-10 P.M. YOU CAN GROOVE TO THE LIVE DISCO BEAT OF
DANCING QUEEN
Friday, August 6, 2010 - 7-10 P.M. Swing to the Big Band and Jazz Offerings of Dr. Zoot.
Saturday, August 7, 2010 - 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. KIDS FUN DAY with Crafts, Games, Pony Rides, Pictures. Also featuring a Moon Walk (sponsored by Sharpsburg Family Worship Center).
7-10 P.M. Dance to the Rhythm & Blues of Shot O' Soul.
10 P.M. Grand Finale FIREWORKS - Sponsored by the Borough of Sharpsburg.
Events are sponsored in part by the Fugh Foundation, Sharpsburg Guyasuta Committee, Gold Sponsor - Northwest Savings Bank
Silver Sponsors - Pittsburgh Metal Processing, Giant Eagle/GetGo, and Sampson Morris Group.
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Sharpsburg Neighborhood Crime Watch
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The Sharpsburg Neighborhood Crime Watch information and meeting dates for 2010 have been posted under the Police section of the Borough website (under Services). Feel free to contact the Crime Watch at sharpsncw@yahoo.com. |
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2010 Sharpsburg Borough Budget Adopted - No Real Estate Tax Increase
The 2010 Sharpsburg Borough Budget was adopted during a meeting on December 30, 2009.
The current budget, as approved and adopted, does not increase the current Real Estate Tax rate of 8.0 mills. The Budget will, however, increase water rates by 0.75 per 1,000 gallons used by residential customers and provide for an increase of 0.99 per 1,000 gallons used by commercial customers. This represents the first increase in water rates since 2006 and is as a result of major increases in the cost of chemicals needed to provide safe drinking water. The 2010 Budget also passes through a 6.2 % increase in garbage rates (as charged by the contract with Waste Management, Inc.) and an increase of 7.2 % in sewage rates (as charged by ALCOSAN).
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13th Street Boat Ramp Project
Update: July 2009
The photos below show the progress at the 13th Street Boat Ramp:
Above Left: This photo shows the kayak access ramp for the manual entry of small boats into the river and the Highland Park Bridge in the distance.
Below Left: This photo shows the pavilion, under construction, towards the end of the parking lot.
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Above Right: This photo shows the finished parking lot for the boat ramp.
Below Right: This photo shows the beginning of the parking lot.
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UPDATE: June 2009
Phase Two, Year Two is almost complete for the 13th Street Boat Ramp Project. The retaining wall has been extended along the riverbank. In addition, the parking area has been paved and a pavilion has been put in place. The following pictures show the progress of this project.
Continue viewing this website for updates!
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Below: From the parking lot, this shows the extended retaining wall and paved parking lot. |
Above: From the water, this picture shows the extended retaining wall.
Below:This picture shows the newly paved parking lot and area for the pavilion. |
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13th Street Boat Ramp Project
In July 2006, work began on the 13th Street Boat Ramp Project in Sharpsburg. This project is funded through grant money from the Allegheny County Department of Economic Development, the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The project is occuring in two phases. Phase One of the project ended on June 30, 2007, and Phase Two began on July 1, 2007 and extends until December 31, 2009.
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Above: View of the Boat Ramp prior to reconstruction. |
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The overall purpose of this project is to create a free, public access boat ramp for Sharpsburg as well as other boaters in the region giving access to over 30 miles of navigable waters of all three (3) area rivers. This area will be used for other recreational purposes as well, including a handicap accessible fishing dock, parking area for fishers and boaters, kayak tree, and a pavillion area to sit, relax, and enjoy the scenic view of the Allegheny River.
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Above: Palmieri Contsruction begins to pour concrete for the new boat ramp. |
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The first phase of the project consisted of the construction of a new boat ramp as well as a retaining wall to avoid erosion of the riverbank. The Pittsburgh Job Corps Center has so greatly offered to assist in the construction of this project by using the process as a way of training students in the heavy equipment operating class. This helps alleviate some costs for the borough. In addition, Duquesne Light installed 7 lamp posts with working lights as part of their employee training program. |
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Year two of the 13th Street Boat Ramp Project involved extending the retaining wall along the riverbank, as well as paving the parking lot area. |
Above: Palmieri Construction workers smooth over a portion of the newly cemented boat ramp in the summer of 2006.
Below: Completion of a retaining wall took place in Year One of the project. Year Two will extend the retaining wall along the river front borough property to prevent erosion and allow for extended public access. This photo also shows a view of the newly cemented boat ramp, ready for access! |
In addition, more lighting, benches, garbage cans and a pavilion will likely be installed to encourage residents and boaters to enjoy the new recreation facility. The boat ramp will be secured at night with a gate at the entrance of the tunnel leading down to the boat ramp. Signs will be posted in town and along the river to encourage kayakers to use this spot to launch their boats or stop and take a break! July 1, 2008 brought paving of the parking area and future work includes pavilion installation( early August), water line installation and sidewalk/handicapped access finalization.
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| Below: View of the construction site from the railroad tracks. This view shows the completed retaining walls as well as the future site of the parking and pavilion areas, which will be located next to the walls along the riverbank. |
The official opening dedication of the 13th Street Boat Ramp & Riverfront park was held on Wednesday, August 20, 2008. The entire facility (ramp and parking area) is now open to the public. |
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The Borough of Sharpsburg would like to thank all of its partners for their dedication to this wonderful project:
Allegheny County Department of Economic Development
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
Pittsburgh Job Corps Center
Keystone Paralyzed Veterans Association
Friends of the Riverfront
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The Sharpsburg VFD has a new website at the address above. Visit this website for information about the department, such as members, photos, helpful links and contact information. |
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Sharpsburg Community Library News
Branch of the Lauri Ann West Library
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SHARPSBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY DEDICATION
Below are recent pictures of the new Sharpsburg Community Library. Dozens attended the Dedication Celebration on Friday, August 21, 2009 . The celebration took place at the library with hors d'oeuvers, finger foods and drinks. Speakers in attendance to discussed the progression of the Sharpsburg branch including Senator Jim Ferlo and others who were instrumental in planning the return of this important asset to the community. Two plaques recognizing those who made a commitment (personal, governmental and financial) were unveiled and are on display inside the building. Please make it a point to stop by and enjoy the resource that so many worked so hard on to bring to Sharpsburg!
Below: Main Street view of library
Above: Library entrance
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UPDATE: July 2, 2009
Please visit the Lauri Ann West Library website for more information about the Sharpsburg Branch at http://www.lauriannwestlibrary.org. The Library is located at 1212 Main Street and the regular library hours are as follows:
Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 2pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
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UPDATE: January 8, 2009
The Sharpsburg Community Library officially opened for operation at 2 P.M. on January 8, 2009 in what is called a "soft opening." The hours of operation will be identical to those in the past. A "Grand Opening" will be celebrated in the Spring when the final touches are put on the facility.
Please stop by and see the beautiful facility that so many have worked hard on to bring to the community!
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UPDATE: November 14, 2008
Renovations continue an the Sharpsburg Library thanks to some recent (and generous) donations. The exterior color has been changed and the sidewalk has been re-constructed to meet current safety specifications. Interior painting, carpeting, utility connection and initial placement of materials hs begun.
With a little luck, the facility should be open over the next several weeks. Keep your bookmark here for further progress reports and announcements!
Below is the building soon to be the Sharpsburg Library on 1212 Main Street. Please refer back for updated pictures!
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UPDATE: August 8, 2008
Construction continues on the Sharpsburg Branch of the Lauri Ann West Library. Under general supervision of Zambrano Corp., walls have been placed, electric and computer/telephone lines are being run, new efficient heating and cooling systems have been installed and final floor plans are designed. Final plans for a new sidewalk and asphalt parking lot are complete and revised, more handicapped-friendly bathrooms have been installed (special thanks to Sharpsburg-based Equiparts, Inc.) with painting of interior and exterior to be completed over the next several weeks. Anticipated opening of the state of the art facility in the very near future.
Funding is still being accepted to cover some of the items which have increased in cost due to current market conditions and oil prices. Anyone with a desire to assist our project financially can call the Borough office (412) 781-0546.
Continue viewing this website for updates!
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UPDATE: DECEMBER 7, 2007
The bookmobile that temporarily housed the Sharpsburg Branch of the Lauri Ann West Library has been removed from its location on North Canal Street for necessary maintenance. Unfortunately, there will be no library service for our residents until further notice (hopefully several weeks). Any books can be returned to the Lauri Ann West Library on Powers Run Road in O'Hara Township or the Sharpsburg Municipal Building at 1611 Main Street in Sharpsburg. Every effort to waive fines will be made during this period.
Work has begun at the new site at 1212 Main Street and the hope is to begin service from that location before winter is over. We thank you all for your patience during this time!
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