a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminology
and a minor in political science. He also
attended Duquesne University’s Master of
Business Administration program. Prior
to his legislative service, he worked at U.S.
Steel as an operations manager for over 30
years, specializing in the coatings division.
More information on the PAsmart
initiative can be found at this link:
pasmart.gov.
$60,000 GRANT
AWARDED TO ASSIST
IN MULTI-MUNICIPAL
COMMUNITY
IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
State Rep. Austin Davis announced
that the Department of Community and
Economic Development approved a
$60,000 state grant that will fund a multi-
municipal community improvement
project in Munhall, Homestead and West
Homestead.
Davis said the funding was awarded
through DCED’s Municipal Assistance
Program, which assists local governments
with planning for zoning, coordinating
emergency services, and creating
comprehensive plans.
“The growth of our community is of
utmost importance, but that can’t be
done without a comprehensive plan that
will allow our municipalities to adjust
accordingly for current and emerging
needs,” Davis said. “That plan, however,
costs money, which is why today’s grant
is so crucial and important to the forward
progression of our community.”
Davis said the funding will facilitate
the development of an implemental
multi-municipal comprehensive plan
that will address the needs of the three
communities and improve the quality of
life for residents.
MAP provides technical resources and
assistance for municipalities, consolidation
and regional efforts, as well as serving as
a resource for local government officials,
developers and citizens interested in
planning to improve, grow and enhance
communities.
More about MAP and other DCED
initiatives can be found on the DCED
website.
REP. KORTZ
ANNOUNCES
RETIREMENT FROM PA.
HOUSE
State Rep. Bill Kortz, a lifelong resident
of the Mon Valley, today announced he is
HIDDEN VALLEY SUPER
SENIORS LOOKING FOR
GOLFERS
retiring from the Pennsylvania House of
Representatives at the conclusion of the
2019-20 legislative session.
Kortz, who currently serves as chairman
of the House Game and Fisheries
Committee, which recently helped pass
Act 107 of 2019, known as the Sunday
hunting law, was first elected to the House
in 2006. He also serves as co-chair of the
House Steel Caucus.
“During my legislative career, I have
worked tirelessly with my tremendously
talented staff to address the needs of
our constituents. We have assisted many
residents on a variety of issues, as well as
honored their achievements.
“It’s been a tremendous honor and
privilege to serve the good people of
the 38th Legislative District, and I am
very proud of the success we’ve had in
rebuilding and replacing several bridges
and roads in the district, as well as
working with Senator Jim Brewster to
secure funding for the final leg of the Mon
Fayette Expressway. Retiring certainly
wasn’t an easy decision, because I enjoy
helping residents with home heating
assistance, rent rebates, PennDOT and tax
preparation, to name a few. But, it’s now
time for me to take care of my health and
step aside for future leaders of this great
district.”
Kortz graduated from McKeesport
High School in 1973, and from Indiana
University of Pennsylvania in 1977 with
The Hidden Valley Super Seniors Men’s
Golf League is looking for golfers. The
only qualifications are to be 65 and older
and a love of golf. We play at the Rolling
Green Golf Course on Route 136 near
84, PA on Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. It
is a 9-hole handicapped league. We play
various games that include individual play,
scrambles, step-asides, chapman, closet to
the pin and fewest putts to name several.
Annual dues are $45. The season is capped
off with a banquet. The league begins April
16th and continues until October 1. If
you are interested, please email Gordon
Jungquist at [email protected] and
one of our officers will contact you.
ST. ANDREW’S SOCIETY
OF PITTSBURGH TO
HOST TARTAN DAY
St. Andrew’s Society of Pittsburgh will
host Pittsburgh Tartan Day 2020 on April 4, at
Bethel Presbyterian, 2999 Bethel Church
Road, 15102, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It
is a free event. Come celebrate all things
Scottish at this family friendly festival.
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