Residents of Kennedy Township voiced strong opposition to a proposed housing development near Fairhaven Park during a Board of Commissioners meeting held Thursday night. Over 1,200 signed a petition against the land sale, leading to discussions about community impact and transparency. No vote was taken yet.
Residents near Fairhaven Park, represented by an environmental legal services firm, demand Kennedy Township cease selling a 19.5-acre land parcel. They argue the sale violates state laws designed to protect public parks. Community members advocate for preserving the space as recreational land.
Robinson High School, built in 1926, faced overcrowding by the mid-1950s, leading to the construction of Montour Junior/Senior High School. Over the years, changes included new buildings and tunnels, culminating in a major rebuild costing $50-60 million, preserving cherished memories and creating new ones.
Kennedy Township received four bids for a 19.5-acre parcel near Fairhaven Park that's earmarked for the development of at least 32 single-family homes. The bids range from $775,000 to $1.4 million. A community petition against the sale has garnered over 1,200 signatures.
Peoples Gas will install new Intelis 250 gas meters in Kennedy Township as part of a modernization project, enhancing safety at no charge. The work affects Forest Grove and Diebold roads, requiring residents to be home for safety checks. Additionally, lane restrictions on the Neville Island Bridge and the Carnegie Elementary groundbreaking are planned. The state House passed bills for a mentored youth trapping program and a cellphone restriction bill for schools, while grants for senior community centers were announced.
Kennedy Township officials expressed concern over illegal signs posted on utility poles in response to the township's decision to accept bids for a 19.5-acre property adjacent to Fairhaven Park. Residents oppose the sale, advocating for preservation of the land. An online petition has gained significant support.
Kennedy Township is taking bids on a 19.5-acre parcel adjacent to Fairhaven Park, aiming for residential development of at least 32 homes. Bids, starting at $750,000, are due by June 8. Township officials believe the location, near Pittsburgh and local amenities, will attract plenty of interest.