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Teaching art through welding

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All-female high school student cohort at Passport Academy takes welding classes

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that an all-female cohort at Passport Academy Charter School worked with the Industrial Arts

Workshop to create art through...welding.

It has people like Passport Academy Principal/ CEO Joe Oliphant beaming from ear to ear.

Passport Academy is a charter school for high school students, located

Downtown, comprised of about 140 students. Oliphant told the Courier that the students worked with members of the IAW during the fall semester 2023.

"In addition to creating art through welding, the

team at IAW has been inspirational in showing our students how to be creative through technical teamwork, collaboration, and character building," Oliphant said. "This program has been a tremendous success as our

students have learned to maneuver using a community partner such as IAW for career-readiness skill acquisition which will have an impact on their post-secondary pathways as they are nearing obtaining their high school

diploma."

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Shocking Jim Rogers video released; Mayor Gainey responds Video shows stun gun used on Rogers multiple times by Pittsburgh Police, and then, no assistance given to Rogers

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey has responded to the 52-minute video collection that was released on Monday, Jan. 29, that shows in detail the interactions between Pittsburgh Police and Jim Rogers, the 54-year-old Black man who died one day after being arrested by Pittsburgh Police in 2021.

While the public had seen small snippets of an interaction between police officers and Rogers, Jan. 29 was the first time that the public saw Officer Keith Edmonds, who is also Black, arrive at the scene where Rogers was alleged to have stolen a bike on Harriet Street in Bloomfield. At first, Rog-

ers speaks with Edmonds, but as the interaction continues, Edmonds threatens to use a Taser on Rogers. Eventually, Edmonds does use the Taser on Rogers, while he's on the ground and after Rogers gets back up.

The public also witnessed that none of the other officers who arrived on scene seemed to provide Rogers with any sort of medical assistance, even while Rogers was saying that he "couldn't breathe" while in the back of a police cruiser. Rogers was later transported to UPMC Mercy hospital, miles away from Bloomfield, when he could have been transported to the nearest hospital, West Penn Hospital, a mere two SEE ROGERS A3

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Dexter King died believing truth of his father’s killing will someday rise

by Dr. Barbara Reynolds (TriceEdneyWire.com) —Not another King dying far too soon. This was the immediate reaction of many at the news that Dexter King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King had died from prostate cancer at age 62 . In 2007 his sister Yolanda died at age 52.

At the time of his death, Dexter had served as both chairman of The King Center and President of the King Estate. In that capacity he engaged in legal intellectual property fights with corporations, federal agencies, and court suits with family members to protect his parents’ legacy. His strongest crusade, however, was his battle to bring to justice those responsible for his father’s murder.

Born in Atlanta on Jan. 30, 1961, he was named after Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, where his father served his first pastorate and helped launch the famous Montgomery Bus Boycott. He was the second-born son of Dr. King and Mrs. King and was only 7 years old when his father was assassinated in Memphis in 1968.

For years, Dexter King— who has an amazing resemblance to his globally acclaimed father, confessed that when he “looked in the mirror he saw his father’s face trapped in mine.” In his memoir “Growing Up King,” he spoke of gazing upon the writing on his father’s crypt, “Free At Last,” and feeling that same sense of freedom. Yet he was freed in a different

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way—not in death—but in the resolution of living his best life on his own terms and not becoming a prisoner of the King name.

As a journalist and later biographer of Coretta Scott King, I was in and out of the King household since the seventies watching their becoming years.

As a teenager Dexter used to love talking about one day becoming a businessman and he started his first enterprise, a music company where he hired himself out as a disk jockey for weddings. In later years, his zest for business skills took root at the King Center, where he sometimes took the reins of the King Center with his siblings helping it to become a Beloved world house of peace and non-violence.

Coretta King said all four siblings—Martin III, Yolanda, Dexter, and Bernice had inherited specific qualities from her and their father. Yolanda had a love for the performing arts and became an actress. Martin III, a social justice activist, Bernice, a Call to ministry and pastoral and organizational leadership and Dexter, a drive to master the complexities of life by pushing forward, overcoming the most difficult problems, even when at the very root he had to overcome himself.

Confronted with the fear of death, instead of running from it, he freed himself by running into it. At age 16, he started working at a funeral home, the same one that buried his father. The experiences in the mortuary he attributed to his quest to come to terms with death and dying. To understand the intricacies of the criminal justice system, in 1982, for a short spell he became a police officer in Atlanta. His stance to wear a uniform with a sidearm shocked the principled non-violent, anti-gun workers at the King Center. But he was determined to understand the system from the inside out.

Dexter also wanted to test his acting abilities.

With his uncanny resemblance to his father, he portrayed him in the 2002 television movie “The Rosa Parks Story.”

His love for the creative arts drew him to relocate to California but he also continued his work with the King Center and commitment to the King family legacy, As deftly as he helped free himself from fear and tradition, he also took responsibility for freeing his family, especially his mother, from digging their graves with their forks.

He became a strict vegetarian, giving up sugars and starches until his body craved natural foods.

He said he was bothered that his grandfather, Daddy King, might have lived a longer life had he eaten

differently. At her son’s insistence, Coretta, who had mastered the art of rich Southern style cooking, became a vegetarian.

Once when I traveled with her to a Florida spa, I was dismayed that for a week, they served nothing but raw vegetables and veggie smoothies. Yet, she also believed her strict regimen eased her pain from gout and other discomforts prolonging her life.

She died at the age of 78.

Both mother and son shared an intense determination to prove to the nation that James Earl Ray did not kill Martin Luther King Jr, that his murder was the result of a conspiracy involving the U.S. government and the assassins should be held accountable.

In the early 1990’s I picked Dexter up at the DC airport and took him to the National Press Club where I had helped arrange a briefing on the assassination. He spoke about his plans to meet with Ray and that he believed Ray’s claim of innocence and, based on other evidence, felt along with other family members that Ray was not the lone assassin.

On December 8, 1999, Dexter and Mrs. King, on behalf of the family, pursued a civil suit in Memphis. A jury of six Whites and six Blacks unanimously implicated U.S. government agencies in the wrongful death of Dr. King. The shocking evidence convinced the jury that Dr. King had been the victim of assassination by a conspiracy involving the Memphis Police Department as well as local, state, and federal government agencies, and the Mafia. The Jury also concluded, just as Dexter had argued all along, that Ray was not the shooter, but had been set up as a patsy to take the blame.

This news, where both Dexter and Mrs. King testified, should have rocked the world, but unfortunately it landed like the noise of a feather hitting the ground. The verdict and shocking testimony were virtually ignored by the media—as it is today.

Dexter was often criticized for his insistence on following up on details ignored by the press, but he argued that it was hard for him to believe looking into his father’s murder was somehow illogical.

Yet, even in this failure, Dexter believed as his mother did, that they had both freed themselves of the guilt of not pushing for the truth. So many times, they had heard their father and husband say, “Truth crushed to Earth Shall Rise Again.”

And they left this world believing one day it would.

1865—Congress passes the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which upon ratification, abolished slavery in America. The vote was 121 to 24. Ratification was not completed until December 1865. The amendment read simply: “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as punishment for crime whereof the party has been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States nor any place subject to its jurisdiction.”

The exception for crime led to the passage of a host of laws, especially in the South, specifically designed to criminalize certain behaviors and place Blacks back into involuntary servitude.

1919—Baseball great Jackie Robinson in born in Cairo, Ga. He became the first Black to play in the White major league of baseball when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.

He played from 1947 to 1956. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962. Prior to the Dodgers, Robinson played with the Kansas City Monarchs of the old Negro Baseball League. He retired as perhaps the most admired man in baseball and died in 1972.

1963—James Baldwin’s influential collection of essays, “The Fire Next Time” is published. The essays warn White America that they can expect racial turmoil if they do not address issues of injustice in America. Baldwin expected Blacks to show Whites how to avoid conflict by adopting a redemptive spirit. Born in Harlem, N.Y., in 1924, Baldwin became a homosexual apparently as a result of being raised by a non-emotionally supportive and often cruel father.

2006—Coretta Scott King, widow of civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died at the age of 78.

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1902—Langston Hughes, one of Black America’s greatest poets, is born in Joplin, Miss. He came to fame during the 1920s period of African American cultural expression known as the Harlem Renaissance. Before his death in 1967, he wrote 15 collections of poetry, two autobiographies and several children’s books. Hughes can best be described as “dignified, but militant.” He captured the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance writing in 1926, “We younger Negro artists now intend to express our dark-skinned selves without fear or shame. If White people are pleased, we are glad. If they aren’t, it doesn’t matter.”

1926—The first “Negro History Week” is celebrated. Founded by Black historian Carter G. Woodson, the “week” became Black History Month in 1976. Woodson said he would welcome the day when a separate Black history celebration was no longer necessary because his ultimate goal was a true history “devoid of national bias, race hate and religious prejudice.”

1960—The “sit-in” movement as a protest method for civil rights is born on this day in Greensboro, N.C., when four North Carolina A&T students sit down at a “Whites only” lunch counter and refuse to move until served or arrested. Within two weeks the tactic had spread to 15 cities in five Southern states. The original four students were Joseph McNeil, Ezell Blair, Franklin McCain and David Richmond.

1965—One of the largest mass arrests of the Civil Rights Movement occurs when more than 700 people are jailed as a result of a protest in Selma, Ala. Among those thrown in prison was Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. 2004—As a result of a so-called “wardrobe malfunction” singer Janet Jackson’s breast was briefly exposed while performing during the Super Bowl’s half-time show. The incident created a national controversy, including fines by the FCC.

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1839—Black inventor Edmond Berger develops one of the first spark plugs made in America.

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1908—Jack Johnson becomes the first Black heavyweight boxing champion by defeating Tommy Burns in Australia. Although he was not officially given the title until 1910 after he

defeated the American Jim Jeffries in Las Vegas. Many Whites reacted violently to his defeat of Jeffries sparking riots in several cities. In Johnson’s home state of Texas, films of Johnson defeating White opponents were banned. Johnson reigned as heavyweight champion for 7 years. But he had two “faults”—he believed in speaking his mind and he liked White women. Those two tendencies landed him in jail in 1920 on trumped up charges of violating the Mann Act—a law that made it illegal to transport White women across state lines for “immoral purposes.” Johnson, who is arguably the greatest boxer who ever lived, died in an automobile accident near Raleigh, N.C., on June 10, 1946.

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1913—Civil rights heroine Rosa Parks is born on this day in Tuskegee, Ala. It was her refusal in December 1955 to give up her seat to a White man on a Montgomery, Ala., bus that sparked the modern Civil Rights Movement. For refusing to obey the laws of segregation, she was arrested and convicted. Montgomery Blacks responded with a boycott of city buses. A young minister named Martin Luther King Jr. was called upon to lead the boycott, which would last for nearly 13 months. The drama and accompanying legal challenge all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court captivated the nation and propelled Dr. King into the national international spotlight as the nation’s premier civil rights leader. Mrs. Parks died in 2005 at 92.

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1866—Congressman Thaddeus Stevens, one of the great White heroes of Black history, offers his famous amendment to the Freedman’s Bureau bill to use land confiscated from former slave owners as well as some public lands to guarantee each adult former slave “40 acres and a mule.” However, even after the Civil War there was enough anti-Black and pro-South sentiment in Congress to defeat the measure 126 to 37. If the Stevens measure had passed, it may have changed the entire course of Black history in America because the former slaves would have had a solid economic foundation upon which to build their new lives and the poverty which plagued African Americans for the next 100 years could have been prevented.

1934—Henry “Hammerin’ Hank” Aaron was born on this day in Mobile, Ala. The baseball great and eventual home run king (until Barry Bonds) began his career with the old Negro Baseball League playing for the Indianapolis Clowns before joining the Atlanta Braves in 1954.

1945—Jamaican Reggae legend Bob Marley, is born on this day as Robert Nesta Marley in Nine Miles, Saint Ann, Jamaica. He used his music not only to entertain but to tirelessly spread Reggae and the Rastafarian religion from Africa to Europe and the U.S. Much of his music deals with the struggles of the impoverished and the oppressed. Marley died from complications due to cancer in Miami in May 1981.

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1820—The first organized emigration of Blacks from the U.S. back to Africa occurs. Eighty-six free Blacks leave New York Harbor on a ship named the “Mayflower of Liberia.”

The group lands on the West African coast on March 9 and joins with exslaves freed by Britain to help form what would eventually become the West African nation of Sierra Leone.

1993—Tennis star Arthur Ashe dies on this day after contracting AIDS from a 1988 blood transfusion. Ashe was the first African American to win at Wimbledon defeating Jimmy Connors in the finals in 1975. Born and raised in Richmond, Va., Ashe was also known for his activism in various social causes. Once asked what type of attitude was required of a champion, Ashe responded, “The ideal attitude is to be physically loose and mentally tight.”

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Shocking Jim Rogers video released; Mayor Gainey responds Video shows stun gun used on Rogers multiple times by Pittsburgh Police, and then, no assistance given to Rogers ROGERS FROM A1

blocks away.

Overall, Rogers was left in the police cruiser for 17 minutes before police drove him to UPMC Mercy. Rogers was unresponsive by the time he made it to the hospital.

“Jimmy, Jim. Hey. Jim. Jim. Jim. Jimmy. Come on, bud. Come on. Come on, Jim? Jim. Come on, bud, wake up. I don’t know if he’s breathing, bro. Grab the medics," one officer is overheard saying outside the hospital.

"The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police acknowledges that Mr. Todd Hollis, attorney for the family of Jim Rogers, has chosen to publicly release the body worn and dash camera footage of the Pittsburgh Police interaction with Jim Rogers on October 13, 2021, after the federal judge in the civil case granted permission for its release and dissemination,” Mayor Gainey's statement began, released on Tuesday, Jan. 30. "Police are aware that content of the video will be disturbing for many to watch and that people will want to know what we are doing to ensure that individuals in police custody are treated with care and respect. In addition to the thorough critical incident review

Mayor Gainey continued: "Pittsburgh Police would again like to take this opportunity to express their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Jim Rogers and to reassure the public that the Bureau and its officers are fully committed to ensuring that all individuals in Pittsburgh Police custody are afforded the highest standard of care."

The mayor ended his statement by saying that the City of Pittsburgh is prohibited from releasing investigative information due to the Criminal History Record and Information Act, and that the decision on "whether or not to release body camera video to the public does not fall under the city's authority."

In March 2022, the mayor announced the city had fired or disciplined at least eight officers in connection to the Rogers incident. However, Edmonds, who used his Taser on Rogers, has appealed the decision to terminate him, and some of the other officers involved have already returned to the force or have retired.

In October 2022, a grand jury decided not to bring criminal charges against any of the officers involved.

TODD HOLLIS and disciplinary action recommended for the involved officers following the death of Mr. Rogers, Pittsburgh Police have since made several policy and procedural improvements. These include: Assigning an officer with the specific task of monitoring prisoners during transfer to the nearest hospital with an emergency room; Summoning EMS to respond every time a Taser is deployed, with medics evaluating the individual on scene; Retraining all police personnel on how to avoid single officer tactics; Training all officers on the ‘duty to intervene’; and reviewing all body worn camera after every use of force."

In a statement on Hollis' website, he said that "in releasing this footage, we aim to provide public access to critical information and foster a transparent legal process. Our goal is to uphold the principles of justice and integrity in the legal system, ensuring that all relevant information is available for public view and understanding.”

The City of Pittsburgh announced in April 2023 that it had settled a wrongful death civil lawsuit with the brother of Rogers, who was represented by Hollis, for $8 million.

Can he retire?

Damon Carr has the story on page B1.

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Teaching art through welding All-female high school student cohort at Passport Academy takes welding classes

STUDENTS SPEAK WITH INSTRUCTORS AT THE IAW IN HAZELWOOD. (PHOTOS BY DAYNA DELGADO)

accomplished in the welding classes. Oliphant told the Courier the workshop sessions were held at the IAW in Hazelwood. Students went to the program

Welders are those who join metals using a variety of techniques and processes, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Welders can get jobs in construction, maintenance, manufacturing,

lic Schools' Career and Technical Education umbrella of programs, such as RHVAC, Machine Operations and Carpentry.

These types of professions offer high school students to get an early jump on

every Friday for two-hour welding sessions.

"The certificate shows that students have completed an introduction to welding course, which includes technical skills like a familiarity with shop safety and processes, use of hand tools, as well as basic metal working techniques," said Maura Bainbridge, the assistant director at IAW, in a statement to the Courier. "We know that this experience is attractive to employers."

auto repair, aerospace and ships, among other industries, according to weldingtroop.com. African Americans comprise about 8 percent of the welders in the U.S. All across the country, there's been a heightened awareness about "the trades," or occupations that are more "hands-on" than the typical office or corporate job. The Courier has reported on the increase in students partaking in Pittsburgh Pub-

what it takes to succeed with courses and later, apprenticeships. Oftentimes, that early knowledge can lead to a lucrative job that can support a family. The trades also can have people with a skill set that travels from city to city, so that they're not affected as much if one company in a particular city decides to downsize.

The IAW's executive di-

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CRITERIA: 1. The nominee must be a man or woman (Under 4O years of age) who resides in the Greater Pittsburgh area.

2. The nominee must be active in his or her career or profession.

Career or profession is defined as paid employment in his or her field. Nominees must agree to have their photograph and biographical information published in the New Pittsburgh Courier.

All nominees selected as a FAB 4O Under 4O will be featured in a 2O24 edition of the New Pittsburgh Courier.

3. Evaluations will be based on the quality of a nominee’s achievements rather than the quantity of information submitted.

4. Selections will be made by the New Pittsburgh Courier FAB 4O Under 4O Selection Committee based on the following criteria: • Local African American executive or business owner • Proven success in career/profession • Positive role model • Demonstrative community service

Nomination deadline is Friday, February 9, 2024, by 4 p.m.

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Teaching art through welding All-female high school student cohort at Passport Academy takes welding classes

SOME OF THE STUDENT COHORT MEMBERS WHO LEARNED WELDING FROM THE IAW. THE STUDENTS ATTEND PASSPORT ACADEMY.

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rector, Tim Kaulen, is a professional artist specializing in the creation of large, public structures.

Over the past 10 years, he has moved the group into a certified non-profit or-

ganization with a goal of teaching Pittsburgh-area youth welding "through the lens of a creative arts process."

The cohort that IAW worked with from Passport Academy is called the "PACS Wolfpack Women Welders."

"As the program was not intended to support only women originally," Kaulen said in a statement provided to the Courier, "the outcomes and intensity of the participants elevated our participation as an or-

vices with youth, Passport Academy, and especially in support of women welder opportunities."

Oliphant said although it was the first year of an all-female cohort, it's actually the second year of the

ganization, and garnered a shared sense of accomplishment from the IAW instructors, to staff and of course the students and family members."

Kaulen added: "This memory is one that I will hold closely as we plan more youth training ser-

school's welding collaboration with IAW. "What started as a field trip has turned into such an exciting experience for our students," he said. "Students who have engaged in this program have learned important skills that will help them as they finish

their schooling at Passport and venture on to look for careers in our region. While seeing the students in action, they have built a great understanding of workforce readiness skills, increased their

confidence in using hand tools while getting the opportunity to network with some local employers who came and talked about careers with the students.

At the end of the day, this experience may be a great

catalyst for our students in understanding the role they play in the future or this region's workforce."

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Brashear's on the way up, but Obama's still on the throne City League teams prepping for girls high school basketball playoffs

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

With two eight-minute quarters in the books inside the gym at Obama Academy, some people couldn’t believe their eyes when they looked at the scoreboard.

It was 23-22, with Brashear ahead of Obama, in this girls high school basketball Monday night tilt, Jan. 29.

Alright...some context. Usually, Obama has a big, big lead on Brashear when the two teams play, especially in “East Lib,” where the Obama Academy Eagles reside. It’s been like that for years.

But when you mix in a few injuries on the Obama side, with a firstyear coach for Brashear that’s instilled some new confidence in the program, you get a possible upset in the making at halftime.

However, when the second half began, whatever longtime coach Monique McCoy said to her Obama Eagles worked, because they came out flooding the basket with buckets. A one-point deficit to start the third quarter turned into an eight-point lead by the end of the quarter for Obama, 39-31, and they didn’t look back, en route to a 53-35 victory.

BRASHEAR’S RA’NIYAH MORRIS HAD A BIG NIGHT AGAINST OBAMA. (PHOTOS BY ROB TAYLOR JR.) “Not our best performance,” voiced McCoy to the New Pittsburgh Courier in an exclusive in-

terview after the game.

“We’re fairly young so we’re still teaching and reiterating, and really

trying to get a lot of the kinks out.”

Obama is no stranger to winning. They’re the

won six City League girls basketball titles.

But being the underdog didn’t phase the Bulls

OBAMA’S TAYLOR PHILLIPS SCORED 23 POINTS IN THE TEAM’S WIN OVER BRASHEAR. two-time defending City League champions, and since the school said goodbye to “Mr. Peabody” and hello to “Mr. Obama” in 2011, they’ve

from Brashear.

The team from Beechview took the 30-minute bus trip across town hungry for the upset.

“It was a close game

compared to how many years that we haven’t been close with Obama,” said Brashear junior Ra’Niyah Morris, who dazzled on the court with 22 points to lead her team.

Ariana Sherrill, another Brashear junior who is the team’s starting point guard, had six points.

After a first quarter that saw just 11 points scored between the two teams, the second quarter saw the pace pick up, with Brashear outscoring Obama, 18-16.

Ruthie Walker, the Brashear head coach, is known in the city’s basketball circles for her numerous championships as coach of the Obama middle school teams (grades 6-8). This year, she took the leap to the high school coaching world and became Brashear’s first Black female head coach of its girls basketball team.

Last season, Brashear won two games total.

This season, the team has won seven as of Jan. 29, with at least five more regular season games remaining, including Senior Night, Jan. 31, against Perry.

“One thing we have to work on as a coaching staff, it’s not what you say, it’s how you say it to the girls, because when they hear screaming, they (sometimes) shut down,” Walker told the Courier exclusively. “We can’t afford for them to SEE BRASHEAR A7

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LONGTIME OBAMA HEAD COACH MONIQUE MCCOY SAYS HER TEAM IS “FAIRLY YOUNG,” BUT STILL HAS THE MAKINGS TO WIN YET ANOTHER CITY LEAGUE TITLE.

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shut down.”

Walker said she’s trying to instill more of a “sisterhood” among the team, more “uniting as a team,” and more wins have come because “the captains are able to hold each other accountable and hold players accountable.”

Walker said her team is practicing more, but she still needs to build up the endurance in most of her players in order for them to play their best in the third and fourth quarters.

Was endurance a problem for Obama’s star junior Taylor Phillips?

Probably not, as she led the Eagles with 23 points—12 points in the first half, 11 in the second half. She also had a few fierce blocks and a few Steph Curry 3’s that got the crowd on their feet. In all, the Eagles outscored the Bulls in the second half, 31-12.

“We started off a little slow but we just kept at it, stayed disciplined and we knew eventually, our shots were going to start falling,” Phillips told the Courier.

In addition to Phillips, senior GiOnna Simmons had eight second-half points, 14 total for the game for Obama.

The quest for the City League girls championship is up for grabs with roughly 10 days left before the regular season ends and the playoffs begin. Allderdice won its first five City League games and has a team that features star sophomore guard Bailey White.

Westinghouse was tied with Obama for second in the City League standings (4-1) as of Monday night, Jan. 29. Carrick was tied with Brashear in-conference (1-4), while Perry, as of Jan. 29, was still searching for its first win in-conference.

OBAMA’S GIONNA SIMMONS, RIGHT, PLAYS AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN HER TEAM’S SUCCESS.

BRASHEAR’S ARIANA SHERRILL DRIVES TO THE HOOP...

FIRST-YEAR HEAD COACH RUTHIE WALKER HAS HELPED TO MORE THAN TRIPLE THE NUMBER OF WINS BRASHEAR HAS THIS SEASON AS OPPOSED TO LAST SEASON.

MA’RYAH TERRELL IS BECOMING A FORCE INSIDE FOR BRASHEAR.

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Brown Chapel AME hosts ‘Night of Power,

FRED MASSEY SPEAKS ABOUT FINANCES, DURING THE EMPOWERMENT EVENT AT BROWN CHAPEL AME CHURCH IN JANUARY. (PHOTOS BY J.L. MARTELLO)

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PPS shelves proposal for student board appointments In an effort to increase student input, some PPS leaders are pushing a resolution that would add student representation to the board

by Lajja Mistry PublicSource

Update: The Pittsburgh Public Schools board on Wednesday, Jan. 24, passed a motion to table a resolution for appointing student board representatives, shelving it indefi-

by Lajja Mistry PublicSource

Original story: Pittsburgh Public Schools is expected to vote on Jan. 24 on a proposal to add two high school student representatives to its board.

Those in support of the resolution, proposed by board member Sala Udin, include students who say they lack input in decisions about their education.

“We must ensure that the voices of students not only have room in the superintendent’s vocal point but also the actual policymaking body of this system,” said Allderdice

nitely.

Board member Jamie Piotrowski said she supports amplifying student voices and the board should create a consistent program through the policy committee instead of passing a resolution. She added that passing a reso-

lution to appoint two students would not represent the whole student body, including many English language learners or students with disabilities.

“This is a resolution that then becomes very difficult to find in Board Docs and then as the board

changes, this program could essentially disappear,” she said.

Board member Sala Udin, who introduced the initial resolution and voted against tabling, said he made many changes to the resolution based on recommendations from

board members, adding that the board would be “sending a very negative message to the students” if they tabled the resolution.

“We need to be lifting them up, not muzzling them,” he said.

The board plans to have

conversations in the upcoming policy committee meetings to decide a plan forward.

High School senior Pavel Marin, during a public hearing on Monday night.

The resolution, if passed, would add two students from 11th and 12th grade to serve as liaisons between the board and the student body, and they will be required to submit a monthly report.

Students would be selected by a committee of high school principals and the superintendent would make a suggestion to the board before the start of the next school year. The students would not be given voting power or access to executive sessions in which privileged information is discussed.

During a public board meeting last week when the resolution was introduced, board member Devon Taliaferro urged the board to examine their governing process before adding student voices. She said the board should explore other options that involve more students such as the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council [SSAC], a student-led panel that discusses school-related issues with the administration.

School officials, while saying they support more student input, appear undecided on the proposal.

Board member Dwayne

Barker said while he wants to prioritize student voices, he does not want to rush the process of adding student representatives to the board.

The board could hold multiple listening sessions at schools, led by students, to increase student voice in the district, he added.

“We know it’s long overdue,” said Barker. “Student voice is certainly important.”

Board President Gene Walker said he supported the idea of student board members but the board should work to clearly define the students’ role to create a positive experience.

“There’s some work that we need to do internally, from a governance standpoint, to put us in the right position to be able to do that effectively,” he said.

In a written statement, former board member Pam Harbin said the resolution confines the district to a single method and the board should consider other ways, such as electing student representatives.

She added that the board should take feedback from students to make the process meaningful and equitable.

Last year, the PPS board gave itself a failing grade in a self-evaluation, as re-

ported by WESA. Za’Morrie Reeves, a junior at Allderdice, intends to apply to be a student board representative if the resolution is passed.

Reeves, who is also part of the SSAC, said he believes student board members would involve students at policy-making and districtwide levels as opposed to SSAC’s work in individual schools.

“I can help by just being a voice for those students who either don’t feel comfortable using their voice or don’t know where to use your voice,” he said.

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UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT Was Brett Favre benefiting from government funds?

Hear ye, hear ye, the sports world court of morality is now in session.

The most honorable Aubrey Bruce residing... oops, Charlie Chan meant to say, “presiding.”

On April 14, 2022, www. forbes.com posted an article written by Marisa Dellatto titled: “Brett Favre Scandal: Alleged $8 Million Welfare Scam, Explained.” Part of the article read: “Former Green Bay Packers Quarterback Hall of Famer Brett Favre has been accused of using his ‘special access’ to former Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and other officials in his home state in order to influence roughly $8 million in welfare payments for himself, pharmaceutical company Prevacus, and a volleyball court for the University of Southern Mississippi, according to an expose published last week Mississippi Today—though Favre has not been charged criminally or accused of a crime. Between 2016 and 2018, the nonprofit Mississippi Community Education Center doled out $5 million—allegedly at Favre’s request—to the University of Southern Mississippi, where Favre attended and where his daughter also attended and played volleyball, to

pay for a new volleyball court, according to Mississippi Today; the nonprofit also paid him $1.1 million to promote a program called Families First.”

Another report on the alleged violations posted on newsweek.com stated that: “The U.S. Census has stated that Mississippi has the highest rate of poverty in the U.S. One in five people live with it, which includes 28 percent of children in the state.

Favre’s alleged involvement was that he received $1.1 million, intended for welfare recipients, in exchange for the former Packers star making a number of speeches and appearances.”

Families First, hmm, I guess that means Brett Favre and his family.

If these reports are true, then Brett Favre’s gold jacket should be exchanged for a straitjacket if he thinks for one minute that any rational or sane human being believes that he is not at least partially responsible for illegally pocketing government funds. Aren’t these the same folks that incessantly preach “welfare reform” and relentlessly rant about “everyone pulling themselves up by their bootstraps?”

It seems funds that were

earmarked for those who are less fortunate actually pulled up the bootstraps of Brett Favre.

Favre proudly hails from “Fort Mississippi,” a state that remains a proud bastion of the Confederacy. This is a place where many people guard and continue to preserve the anti-emancipation principles of slavery and remain staunch

believers that the South won the Civil War. This is a place where almost onethird of the population are children who have a problem visualizing where their next meal may be coming from or whether they will have a safe place to sleep at night. Yet it is alleged that Favre misdirected public funds meant for the wellness of these same children; to honor his child by building her a volleyball court.

The Green Bay Packers have been mostly silent regarding the matter.

However, recently one member of the team dared to call out two legendary

politicians for so-called questionable behavior while fulfilling their duties. Jordan Zigler recently posted an article on gridironheroics.com.

“Democrat Nancy Pelosi Called Out By Packers Star For Curious Stock Trades Connected To Government Projects” was the headline. Zigler posted the following: “Green Bay Packers offensive lineman David Bakhtiari recently put Democratic Speaker Emeritus Nancy Pelosi on blast about a curious trade that was brought to the public’s attention. The star Packers player has a history of calling out politicians who make profits in the stock market while in office.”

This was not the only violation that Bakhtiari, the Packers’ “senatorial policeman,” profiled. The article continued: “Per Wisconsin Sports Heroics, last year, Bakhtiari used his X platform to highlight a trade made by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, whose net worth grew to over $200 million during her 30-year career in public office. Bakhtiari’s friend and former Packers teammate, Aaron Rodgers, supported Bakhtiari for pointing out Feinstein’s trading history.”

It took Senator Diane

Feinstein more than 30 years to accumulate approximately $200 million.

Also, Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House, may or may not have benefited financially by allegedly connecting a few government projects to select stock purchases. However, Mrs. Pelosi has been responsible for billions of dollars in government funding that have benefited all racial, gender, and age groups in her home state of California; she has truly been “Family First.” Hey folks, Brett Favre’s only loyalty was to his pockets and his daughter’s love of volleyball. Mrs. Pelosi may be of Italian lineage but to my knowledge, she has never been accused or convicted of diverting public funds for the construction of Bocci ball courts.

Why was most of the critique from David Bakhtiari aimed at the late Senator Diane Feinstein, who died on September 29, 2023, at the age of 90?

For at least six months before her death, Senator Feinsten was feeble and barely cognizant enough to defend herself. It is my opinion that David Bakhtiari is a right-wing predator. It is also my opinion that Brett Favre was of sound mind when he com-

mitted the alleged violations that he is accused of took place. Where is the “fine-tooth comb” criticism of David Bakhtiari and Aaron Rodgers regarding the fiscal shenanigans of the “robbing in the hood” Brett Favre? According to an article posted on www.nickiswift.com titled: “Brett Favre’s Shady Side,” the article revealed the following: “While playing for the Packers, Favre reportedly kept hearing then-coach Mike Holmgren toss around the term ‘nickel defense.’

He finally mustered up the courage to ask teammate Ty Detmer what the heck a nickel defense was.

‘So I said, ‘Ty, I gotta ask you a question ... What’s a nickel defense?’ Favre recalled. ‘He gets real quiet. He says, ‘Are you serious?’ Once enlightened by Detmer’s football wisdom, Favre says he responded with, ‘That’s it? Who gives a s__t?’”

Was Brett Favre smart enough to know right from wrong? If not, is that the reason that he presented a defense that wasn’t worth a “plug nickel” to the prosecutors?

Super Bowl LVIII is set...but did Bill Neal make the right predictions? :10--As is my style, I will make my stone cold predictions before the game.

And your knowing that I am a former “Life Boy Scout” can be assured that you can trust my honesty and integrity. (Unless of course there’s money involved...then all bets are off!) :09--That being said... and as I’ve been known to say...you can take this to the bank. For as much as I would like Lamar Jackson to get to a Super Bowl...maybe not win it—sorry! The rumor of Kansas City’s demise has been greatly exaggerated.

Coach Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes will bring the Kansas City heat and win, 27-14.

:08--Now, of course, you take exception with that and primarily because you/we expect Baltimore D-Fence to rain down on the Chiefs. But in today’s NFL, with offense sales tickets and the dreaded yellow defensive interference flags, it’s no longer true that defense wins games. :07--Wrapping up a long but great day of football will be a goodie. The San Fran 49ers will take all the steam out of the Detroit Lions engine. I could be wrong, but my guess will be even Motown’s greatest hits won’t save the Lions. This is going to hurt, but the truth always does. The 49ers rout the Lions, 31-21.

:06--If that projection works out, then you’re looking at a 49ers vs.

Chiefs Super Bowl. Sprinkle in your Taylor Swift pop-ups and Usher on skates at the half and I’d say you’ve got a good

one. Prediction then...the Chiefs win again in repeat motion! Yep! Take all that to the bank, do it, just do it!

(Editor’s note: Bill Neal

correctly predicted the two championship games.

Kansas City won over Baltimore, 17-10, and San Francisco defeated Detroit, 34-31.) :05--Speaking of Taylor Swift. Will you never was and wannabes sitting at home pickin’ your nose and sipping on your brew, PLEASE – GET – A – LIFE! You know damn well if your brother was dating a superstar, you would be all in. You’re watching 120 minutes of football and you see Taylor Swift maybe three minutes total, c’mon man! :04--I would give you a Penguins report, but as you know, I don’t have a clue about the game. But I’ll tell you this. They bet-

ter step up their game and fast. Sid “the Kid” Crosby ain’t getting no younger.

(I don’t know much, but I know that!) :03--Your Pitt Panther men’s basketball team... asked if I would be talking about the women’s team —sorry, but I told ya the truth hurts... is hanging tough in ACC competition.

The upset at Duke, 80-76, was monumental to be sure. And it was important that they maintained their focus and beat a lowly Georgia Tech team, 7264. It goes without saying the trifecta against Miami would have been sweet, and was in their hands with a late game comeback, but they fell short, 72-68. Hold tight, the best

of Pitt basketball is yet to come...c’mon man, I said men’s! :02--Of course I’ve got a lot to say about the situation with the Aliquippa football team and you’ll hear all about it in a future column, trust me! :01--YOUR PITTSBURGH PIRATES PITCHERS AND CATCHERS REPORT TO CAMP FEBRUARY 15TH...YOU’RE WELCOME! :00--GAME OVER!

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5 ways to improve your credit score

Exploring the low Black homeownership gap Homeownership is often hailed as the quintessential American dream, a symbol of financial stability, and a means to accumulate intergenerational wealth. However, this dream remains elusive for many Black Americans, as they grapple with a significantly lower homeownership rate compared to their white counterparts. This disparity in homeownership rates, along with the undervaluation of homes in predominantly Black neighborhoods, has far-reaching consequences, contributing to the racial wealth gap.

The Disparity in Homeownership Rates The statistics are stark: as of the latest available data, Black Americans maintain a homeownership rate of only 46.4 percent,

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ANTHONY O. KELLUM while their White counterparts enjoy a much higher rate at 75.8 percent. This disparity raises critical questions for me about the underlying causes, accountability, and potential solutions to this enduring issue.

Are lenders and banks culpable for perpetuating this divide in homeownership?

Historical Context: A Legacy of Systemic Racism To understand the root causes of the low Black homeownership gap, it is imperative to recognize the historical context of systemic racism in the United States. The racial wealth gap is not an isolated phenomenon but rather a product of deeply ingrained inequalities that date back centuries. From the horrors of slavery to the Jim Crow era’s segregation policies and the discriminatory practice of redlining, Black communities have been systematically marginalized, economically disadvantaged, and deprived of opportunities for wealth accumulation.

The Role of Lenders and Banks While systemic racism is the overarching cause of the low Black homeownership rate, lenders and banks have played a significant role in perpetuating this disparity.

Historically, Black individuals and families were subjected to discriminatory lending practices, known as redlining, which systematically denied them access to mortgage loans and homeownership opportunities.

Redlining was a policy that involved categorizing neighborhoods based on their racial composition and systematically denying loans or offering them at higher interest rates to Black applicants in predominantly Black neighborhoods. This practice effectively barred Black families from purchasSEE PROPERTY IS POWER B2

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You probably know a higher credit score can make it easier for you to get a loan or borrow at more favorable rates. But how can you improve your credit score?

Here are five credit-boosting tips.

1. Pay your bills on time Why it matters Your payment history makes up the largest part— 35 percent—of your credit score. Even small slip-ups can lower your score by a lot. Late or missed payments stay on your credit report—and can affect your credit score—for up to seven years.How to boost your score Always make at least the minimum payment by the due date. You can set up payment reminders and automatic payments within your accounts so you never accidentally miss a due date. Just make sure you have enough money in your accounts to cover your bills.

Also, check your credit reports at least once a year and correct any inaccurate information.

If you’re a Bank of America customer, you can set up reminders and automatic payments through Mobile and Online Banking.

2. Keep your balances low Why it matters The second most important factor in determining your credit score is how much of your available credit you’re using. That’s called the credit utilization rate. If the rate is high—meaning, you’re close to hitting your credit limits—lenders may view you as more likely to default.

How to boost your score Having credit cards and using them isn’t a bad thing, but it’s important to keep your debt manageable. The best practice is to pay your credit card bills in full every month. If you can’t, pay as much as possible. Try to keep your credit utilization

Keep older credit cards active, even if you don’t need them. Consider putting small, recurring purchases on them, such as streaming service subscriptions. Then set up payment reminders or automatic payments to make sure you pay off the balances on time. Also, think

Key takeaways • Your payment history plays a large role in determining your credit score • Try to keep your balances below 30 percent of your total available credit • Keeping older credit cards open can improve your credit health • Check your credit report at least once a year rate below 30 percent. That means if you have a credit card with a $10,000 limit, the balance should be less than $3,000. Also, make sure you understand how credit limits work.

3. Don’t close old accounts Why it matters Your score considers the length of your credit history, along with the ages of your different accounts. In general, a longer credit history means a higher score. If you close old cards, you are lowering the average age of your accounts. When you last used your cards is another factor in your score. Even if you intend to keep an old account, your credit card issuer may close it if it hasn’t been used for a long time.

How to boost your score

twice before opening new accounts, since they lower your average account age.

Quick tip When you close an old account, you are lowering your total available credit. As a result, your credit utilization rate could go up and your credit score could go down.

4. Have a mix of loans Why it matters Lenders like to see that you can manage multiple loans at the same time. In general, it’s good to have a mix of credit cards and installment loans—such as a mortgage, an auto loan and student loans—that you pay on time.

How to boost your score This is a relatively small part of a credit score, so it probably isn’t effective to open new accounts just to

try to pump up your score.

But know what types of loans you have and consider improving the mix the next time you need to borrow money.

5. Think before taking on new credit Why it matters Getting a new credit card can both help and hurt your credit score, so it’s important to be strategic. Research shows that people who open several credit accounts in a short period may be higher credit risks than those who don’t, according to FICO, the leading credit score provider. When you apply for a new credit card, your credit score could fall initially because the lender looks at your credit report (known as a hard credit check) and the average age of your accounts is lower.

How to boost your score Open new accounts sparingly and avoid doing it at all if you’re about to seek a mortgage or other major loan. If you get a new credit card, try not to use it much.

That way, you’re using less of your available credit, which could improve your credit health. And if your credit history is limited, a new card could help improve your score, as long as you pay on time and don’t take on too much debt.

If you always pay on time and handle credit responsibly, you’re already on the right track. Learn more about your credit score and how it’s calculated so you can better manage your financial life. You can also sign up for a credit tracking service that monitors your score. Some banks and card companies offer this service for free.

Can he retire?

I recently came across this article published on www.marketwatch.com.

“I’m 66. We have more than $2 million, I just want to golf—can I retire? My social security payments start next month at $3,300 a month. I’m currently working part-time, three days per week, as a professional engineer for $95/hour for my longtime regular full-time employer of 28 years. (I want to leave this position ASAP or sooner.)

I currently have about $1.6 million in retirement accounts. My wife (60 years old) has about $600,000 in various regular and retirement accounts. We have a 16-year-old daughter at home attending high school and college in a dual enrollment program.

If she stays with the program she’ll have her bachelor’s at 19. While in high school she takes college classes and we pay no tuition while she’s in high school.

Our monthly expenses are about $9,000 -$10,000 per month including health insurance for my wife and daughter. We own our modest single-family home with no mortgage. Taxes and insurance are currently about $6,000 per year. We currently have no debt, aside from an American Express and Visa that we pay off every month.

I’m on Medicare. I get walloped for a double premium for part “B” because I’m considered a high-wage earner. The two of us are in reasonable/normal health for a couple of old farts.

I want to throw in the towel on May 5

and play more golf. Can we do it?”

Damon Carr here: They’re living the American Dream. Married with children, own their home free and clear of a mortgage, completely debt-free with mega-money in the bank. Wouldn’t you love to be in their shoes?

Everyone reading this would conclude that they are winning—financially speaking.

Less than 1 percent of Americans at any age can say they’re completely debt-free with millions in the bank. Clearly they’ve been both intentional and proactive with their money. What’s even more important is this—despite their success in managing their money over the years, he’s humble enough to seek advice to confirm if he’s ready for retirement. Those characteristics mentioned here are more than likely the reason they’re flush with cash as they approach retirement. Humble, intentional, proactive, willingness to seek counsel from a trusted expert. These characteristics paid off for them. They’re surely characteristics worth modeling in our own life if we aspire to be like them when it’s time for us to hang up our working shoes.

The bulk of my audience is between the ages of 45 and 60. We’re on the cusp of

retirement. Truth of the matter is, with retirement age being within the next 15 years, we need to buckle down and get serious about our money or we’ll never have serious money.

You don’t become debt-free with $2 million in retirement savings by being a spendthrift. In order to pull this off, you have to be willing to make sacrifices, willing to live on less than you make, willing to prioritize needs over wants, willing to delay gratification, willing to say no to yourself, and able to have a long-term perspective. If you don’t learn to live on less than you make when you’re working, you’ll be forced to live on less than you made in retirement.

I’d like to emphasize two sacrifices I observed this family made while reading this article: 1. They live in a paid for “modest” home.

2. Their daughter is in dual enrollment taking both college and high school courses simultaneously. While she’s in high school, they don’t have to pay for college courses.

Back to the question at hand. Can he retire? I’ll give him a resounding YES! He can retire!! The real question is, “should he retire?!”

Current expenses—$10,000 per month.

Projected income from social security; $3,300 per month. A safe withdrawal rate is 4 percent of accumulated retirement savings, then increase it by the inflation

rate annually. Every $1 million saved is worth approximately $40,000 per year.

They have $2.2 million in retirement savings. That’s approximately $88,000 per year or approximately $5,900 per month after accounting for taxes.

That’s a total of $9,200 per month coming in.

The fact his wife has $600,000 in retirement savings suggests she’s currently working or worked at one point. She would be entitled to her full social security benefit or half of his—whichever is higher.

Wife is currently 60 years old. She can’t start receiving social security until age 62 or two years from now. If she starts collecting at age 62 her monthly benefit will be reduced by 30 percent. The big question mark is, does she currently work and how much does she make. If she currently works, her income will make his transition to retirement smooth.

If she doesn’t work, sure, he can still retire but they’ll have to reduce their monthly expenses and lifestyle to mirror their lower retirement income. How would that impact his ability to play golf on the regular? Lower monthly income equals less discretionary income to spend on golf.

Social security benefits increase by 8 percent per year for every year you wait after your full retirement age. If he continues to work and delay taking social security until age 70, he’ll get a 24 percent increase in his monthly social security benefits. His social SEE DAMON CARR B2

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Endowments appoints Jasmin DeForrest to lead Creativity portfolio The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that Jasmin DeForrest has been named Managing Director of The Heinz Endowments’ Creativity Strategic Area. She previously served as Senior Director for Arts and Culture at the Detroit-based Gilbert Family Foundation, where she had worked for eight-anda-half years.

DeForrest assumes her Endowments position fulltime in February, bringing with her more than 20 years of experience in philanthropic grantmaking, nonprofit leadership, sponsorship management, en-

trepreneurship and event production. At the Gilbert Family Foundation, the Detroit native led a strategy that increased access to arts and culture programming, with a particular focus on equity, diversity and innovation. She also served as community sponsorships director for the Rocket Community Fund, the sister organization to the Gilbert Family Foundation, and special events director at The Parade Company, which presents and promotes America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.

Endowments President Chris DeCardy said DeForrest’s skills and experience are an excellent fit for leading the role the Endowments seeks to play in addressing opportunities and challenges before the region’s visual and performing arts community

today.

In 2023, more than 90 visual and performing arts organizations in the region received grants totaling $16.5 million from the Endowments, and this area of philanthropic focus will remain a pillar of the foundation’s commitment to the region as it has been for decades, he added.

Complementing DeForrest’s work experience in the arts and culture field are affiliations such as serving on the Boards of Trustees of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and being a member of the Arts Midwest Board of Directors and the Advisory Board for the Detroit Jazz Festival.

Her dedication to working in and with local communities was recognized by the Michigan Chronicle with “40 Under 40” and “Woman of Excellence” designations. Her training includes earning a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing management from Wayne State University and participating in Harvard Business School’s Young American Leaders Program.

DeForrest’s background has prepared her for the challenges that are prevalent among arts organizations locally as well elsewhere in the country, Mr. DeCardy said. Subscriptions have dropped off and walk-up attendance has increased, which has made planning for a season or series more unpredictable, and marketing more costly. Aging infrastructure, outmoded systems and obsolete designs are handicapping organizations who own or operate venues.

Economic challenges such as delayed accounting for inflation, comparatively low salaries, contract re-negotiations, retirements, and more vacancies than workers have stressed arts organizations’ capacity to manage programs and administration, and curtailed innovation and experimentation.

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security check would be $4,092 per month instead of $3,300. It will allow her to reach an age that she can start collecting social security. Her monthly social security benefit will increase as well.

Also, this will allow them to continue to contribute to their retirement plan and allow what’s currently in their retirement accounts to continue to grow. Growth alone on $2. million pads their investment portfolio by another $110,000 per year over the

next three years for a total of $330,000 more in their account. That’s excluding what he contributes to the account going forward.

Plus I’m using a conservative 5 percent ROI. Can he retire? YES!!

Should he retire? As he stated, they’re both in relatively good health for two old farts. I think it benefits them more financially if he continues to work for a couple more years.

(Damon Carr, Money Coach can be reached at 412-216-1013 or visit his website @ www.damonmoneycoach.com)

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Report reveals racial wealth gap widens

by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

A new report from WalletHub, a personal finance website, has found that the racial wealth gap in the United States is alive and well. The report, titled “2024’s States with the Biggest & Smallest Wealth Gaps by Race/ Ethnicity,” compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 21 key metrics, ranging from the median household income gap to the unemployment rate gap.

The report found that the median household wealth for Black Americans is just $14,100, compared to $187,300 for non-Hispanic White households.

Hispanic households also lag behind, with a median household wealth of $31,700.

“The racial wealth gap is a persistent problem in the United States,” said Jill Gonzalez, a WalletHub analyst. “There are many factors that contribute to this gap, including unequal access to higher education and employment for minorities, as well as residential segregation.”

The report also found that the racial wealth gap is more expansive in some states than others. For example, the District of Columbia has the broadest

THE REPORT FOUND that the median household wealth for Black Americans is just $14,100, compared to $187,300 for non-Hispanic White households. racial wealth gap, with a median household wealth of $281,700 for non-Hispanic White households and just $11,100 for Black households.

“Even decades after the Civil Rights Movement, there is still a high degree of wealth inequality among racial groups in America,” WalletHub Analyst Cassandra Happe stated. “These gaps persist not just in held wealth but also in wages, poverty rates, homeownership rates, and unemployment rates. Part of this wealth disparity is due to unequal access to education, which can put some people on a better financial footing from the start.”

Statistics show that the racial income gap grows larger and larger each

year, said Irving L. Joyner, a law professor at North Carolina Central University’s School of Law. Joyner said the growth of the gap has grown because those with more wealth have benefitted more abundantly from their investments and ability to survive the economic downturns within the economy while poorly individuals, mainly racial minorities, were forced to consume their meager resources to survive day-today and did not have resources which they could invest.

“For those individuals who have the financial capacity, knowledge, and needed resources to engage in entrepreneurial pursuits, those programs can and do benefit them,”

Joyner remarked. “Those opportunities, however, are not readily available for the vast majority of African Americans because of the absence of the resources and business skills that are required to begin and sustain these efforts.

Hawaii has the smallest racial wealth gap, with a median household wealth of $104,300 for non-Hispanic White households and $87,300 for Black families.

“The racial wealth gap is a complex issue with no easy solutions,” said Gonzalez. “However, the findings of our report suggest that there are some states that are making progress in closing the gap. We hope that other states will learn from their example.”

Black neighborhoods, shopping districts stripped of $406 billion as racial wealth gap continues

by Charlene Crowell (TriceEdneyWire.com) —For America, Black History Month brings opportunities to revisit our nation’s lessons, achievements, and unfulfilled promises, capturing our attention as well as our hopes. Yet nothing hits home harder than the painful reminders of how so much of Black America continues to struggle financially, despite an economy that reports low unemployment, a robust stock market, and low inflation.

Whether discussing kitchen table economics, or yesteryear’s grievances, money—or the lack thereof—is an ongoing and dominant concern. Now is a good time to examine the policies and practices contributing to why Black wealth remains so elusive for people whose work ethic is often far larger than their paychecks.

The Federal Reserve’s recently updated Survey of Consumer Finance 2019-2022, analyzes post-pandemic trends— particularly as they affect racial wealth gaps.

In 2022, Asian-Americans had a typical family wealth of $536,000, the highest of any race or ethnicity, and nearly twice the typical White family’s wealth of $285,000. But these six-figure wealth assets did not include

either Black or Latino households. Instead, a typical Latino family held only about 20 percent of the wealth of the typical White family (about $61,600), and Black family wealth was even lower at $44,900, only 15 percent of the wealth held by White families.

“Despite strong growth in wealth for non-White families over the past two surveys, we remain far from racial equality, reflecting the large differences in wealth that have persisted for decades,” states the report. “Taking a slightly longer-run view, since the Great Recession the typical Black and Hispanic family has had between about $10 to $15 of wealth for every $100 held by the typical White family,” the report continues.

“This ratio has closed only modestly in the past two surveys. The typical Black family went from having about $9 in wealth for every $100 held by the typical White family in 2013 to around $16 in 2022; the typical Hispanic family went from having about $10 in wealth for every $100 held by the typical White family in 2013 to around $22 in 2022.”

Recently the Brookings Institution independently analyzed the Fed’s data in a new publication entitled Black wealth is increasing, but so is the ra-

cial gap, citing the effects of public policies against Black participation in proven wealth-building assets.

“Policies that privilege whiteness are reflected in higher levels of wealth for the average White family, which can be leveraged across generations to generate greater wealth and advantages,” wrote Brookings. “This became very clear during the pandemic: Black households made major gains through housing and business equity, yet that growth paled in comparison to White households’ gains from investment returns.”

For example, Brookings found that in 2020 Black businesses employed 1.3 million people and created over 48,000 new jobs.

If access to capital could be available to more entrepreneurs to begin new businesses, or expand existing ones, greater Black wealth likely would result.

In a separate but related analysis, Brookings examined how redlining of Black business districts suppressed wealth-building, similarly to how lowered appraisal values of Black homes suppress wealth-building in majority-Black neighborhoods.

“Our research found that storefronts and shopping centers in communities with higher shares

of Black residents are valued measurably lower than otherwise comparable properties in communities with fewer Black residents”, wrote Brookings last November in Building Black wealth through community real estate ownership. “We estimate that the undervaluation of majority-Black ZIP codes results in aggregate wealth losses of $171 billion in retail space for the owners of these properties... By comparison, owner-occupiers of housing lose an estimated $235 billion in majority-Black ZIP codes.”

Imagine what Black wealth could be derived if these billion-dollar discounts were removed from Black and Latino communities. Until or unless public policy reforms effectively address these historic inequities, racial wealth gaps will persist. The financial bottom line—regardless of color—is that people cannot invest what they do not have, or are shut out from mainstream lending.

Let’s embrace the lessons of history and enact policies to increase lending for minority homes and business owners, to close the nation’s racial wealth gaps.

(Charlene Crowell is a senior fellow with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at Charlene.crowell@ responsiblelending.org.)

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ing homes in desirable areas, where property values appreciated over time. Although redlining was officially banned through legislation like the Fair Housing Act of 1968, its consequences continue to reverberate.

Subsequent predatory lending practices, such as subprime mortgages, disproportionately affected Black borrowers and contributed to the housing market crash of 2008. The aftermath of this crisis had a devastating impact on Black homeowners, leading to a loss of wealth and further exacerbating the homeownership gap.

Contemporary Challenges Black applicants still face hurdles in accessing mortgage loans on equitable terms. Studies have shown that Black

applicants are more likely to be denied mortgage loans, even when they have similar financial profiles to white appli-

cants.

Discriminatory lending practices, such as steering Black borrowers into higher-cost mortgage products, persist in var-

ious forms, perpetuating the racial disparity in homeownership.

In Summary The low Black home-

ownership gap is a complex issue deeply rooted in the historical legacy of systemic racism in America. While lenders and

banks are not solely responsible for this disparity, they have played a substantial role in perpetuating it. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach, including policy reforms, increased access to affordable housing, and enhanced enforcement of fair lending practices. It is essential to acknowledge that progress has been made, but much work remains to be done to rectify the historical injustices and systemic biases that continue to hinder Black Americans’ access to homeownership and the accumulation of wealth. Ultimately, achieving true equality in homeownership and wealth will require a concerted effort from all sectors of society, including lenders, banks, policymakers, and the broader community.

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Guest Editorial An open secret that challenges closed minds There is an important secret hidden in plain sight, which if properly understood, could benefit everyone. The secret? We literally create our own reality! Actually, we’ve heard this forever, but most people observing the diversity of apparent fortunes seen in the human family intuitively disregard the wisdom of this idea.

Why do people have to work to uncover the alleged truth of the notion that we create our own reality?

In short, it is hard to embrace the concept that we are responsible for everything that happens to us. This is due to the idea that we don’t always understand how to connect the dots between what happens in our lives and our “Karma.” According to those in the know, we do reap what we sow.

The idea of Karma is a hard pill to swallow. This is because it is not always apparent that the challenges people face are connected with something they did or did NOT do.

Something is missing. What is often missing is the refusal among many people to accept their faults and missteps. They are reluctant to consider the idea that as human beings, we are experiencing a life in the flesh, but we are also the spirit and soul that occupies our bodies.

Moreover, if it is really true that we will experience life after death, we might realize that our “real selves” are not the bodies we wear, but are, in fact, the engine that drives our bodies while we are “alive.”

Moving forward, the previous mention of the idea that we create our own reality is just one of many secrets connected with our lives in this world.

In this regard, considering the vastness of our known universe, or “multiverse,” there are a multitude of theories that audition on the stage of our lives under the guise of “truth.” Because of this, it can become very confusing when trying to sort everything appropriately.

Ultimately, humanity appears to be at a crossroads when it comes to the survival of our species, and many people seem to be “waking up.”

This new trend of “woke” culture has, inexplicably, become attached to close-minded, backward people as viewed by some of the political elite and other key players in the global hierarchy. In other words, there is a culture of skepticism surrounding the mystery of life and our responses to it. Because of this, there are a few things that humanity must consider as we attempt to glean meaning regarding our lives.

Chief among these is the idea that our lives have meaning as opposed to us just being born, experience trials and tribulations, and then die. Is that all there is?

Actually, the message that seems to resonate with the majority of people in “civilized” enclaves is that fate and its attendant powerlessness is the essence of reality. So, before humanity makes additional progress (spiritual, not necessarily technological) it will require that we open our minds and consider new options.

Now, as long as we don’t really know why we were born in the circumstances that we endure, we will need to seek the answers in order to make informed decisions when planning the future course of our lives. Ultimately, at this point in the history of humanity, we don’t know enough about the whys and wherefores of life and, because of this, we should be willing to question some of our long-held beliefs.

We may not have ALL of the answers, but the quest for knowledge, in itself, is a catalyst for spiritual growth. In this regard, bigots will have the most to lose because they are often not willing to accept new information that could help them chart a better future for themselves.

With this said, living the examined life, the life wherein the search for meaning dominates, can go the distance in creating better lives for ourselves and our posterity. And hopefully, during the course of living, we reach an understanding of the truth behind why wise people assert that we create our own realities. A Luta Continua.

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Eatonville: The historic town of Zora Neale Hurston (TriceEdneyWire.com)—Growing up, I learned a lot about Black History. Of course, I learned some things about Zora Neale Hurston, but nothing about Eatonville, Florida—her hometown. It was not until I began visiting Bus Boys and Poets Restaurant in Washington, DC that I learned about Eatonville. I met the owner Andy Shallal. He named rooms in his restaurant for historic places and figures and I became curious about the town. Later I became a member of the Board of the World Conference of Mayors and learned about Historic Black Towns and Settlements.

The organization holds its annual meeting in Orlando, Florida a few miles from Eatonville, and we always attend the Zora Festival after our conference. This year we held our meetings in Eatonville and learned so much history!

Zora Neale Hurston. If you don’t know Zora, let me introduce her. She is the sister who said “I think that you will discover that my viewpoint is that I do not consider Negroes as special additives among humanity. I see us as people, subject to the same desires and emotions as others…

That is the way I see Negroes, and that is the way I write about them.” I suggest you read a book compiled and edited by Dr. N.Y. Nithiri—our host.

The name of the book is ZORA! A WOMAN AND HER COMMUNITY. The annual festival is named for Zora Neale Hurston.

This year we held our meetings in this small town. What a perfect place it was! A lot of history was added

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Commentary when numerous visitors came from Africa.

Other highlights from the conference were speakers Dr. Kenneth Harris, President of the National Business League, Dr. Charles DeBow, President of the National Black Chamber of Commerce, and Shaquane Teasley, CEO of Agate Solutions. They gave us an impressive number of ideas for community building and success.

We had a speaker from USAID, Assistant Administrator, Monde Muyangwa who eloquently explained the work the United States does in Africa. She was informative on projects in which both Africans and African Americans may participate in the programs.

During the pre-conference, Dr. Abdoulaye Mbengue who is the WCM VP for Africa, Executive Director for the late Mayor John Smith Executive Leadership Institute and the WCM African office.

Dr. Mbengue held a leadership training session for mayors in remembrance of the late Mayor John Smith.

Hobson City, Alabama mayor Alberta McCrory chairs this Committee and Dr. Mbengue chairs the Africa Committee.

We had speakers who gave lectures

on Artificial Intelligence, Agriculture, raising resources for running towns, climate change and water management systems.

Commissioner Samuel Ings served as Chair of the Conference, as well as Chair of the Resolutions Committee.

I served as Vice Chair of the Resolutions Committee.

We passed resolutions of support and recognition on many subjects.

The first one was for the restoration of Haiti.

Others were regarding Human and Sex Trafficking, peace in various nations, the work of Africa’s Brain Bank, Literacy, health care, support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, women’s right to choose, fight against gun violence, replacing confederate statues representing slavery in the United States, and erecting statues representing African American and indigenous people of color, welcoming South Korea as a trading partner, end to all forms of racism locally and globally, and support of Taiwan as a major trading partner, addressing climate change, support of the restoration of the relationship between the U.S. and Cuba, support of peace in the Middle East and more, supporting the John Lewis Voting Rights legislation, supporting Global Foster Care and making a Federal holiday in honor of Rosa Parks.

Travel, reading and participating in conferences like that of the World Conference of Mayors and Historically Black Towns and Settlements Alliance, you will learn a lot!

(Dr. E.Faye Williams is president of the Dick Gregory Society.)

Miscarriage is not a crime (TriceEdneyWire.com)—Brittany Watts wasn’t seeking an abortion. At 21 weeks, she sought medical care at nearby Mercy Health-St. Joseph’s Hospital in Warren, Ohio. A doctor told Ms. Watts that her water had broken prematurely, that her fetus was dead, and that she had to have labor induced. Then doctors entered into a morality debate and kept the pregnant 33 year old, who was in excruciating pain, waiting for eight hours. She left the hospital, not knowing when she would be seen, and went home.

Brittany returned to the hospital the next day. Again, she waited for hours without being seen. Again, she went home. At home, she miscarried, pushing her fetus out into the toilet. When she returned to the hospital for a third time, disclosing that she had miscarried, and a nurse called the police, suspecting that she had self-aborted.

She was charged with felony abuse of the fetal remains that she passed in the toilet, although the fetus was dead when it passed from her body.

Instead of focusing on grieving and healing, Ms. Watts was plunged into a legal labyrinth that started with her December 19 arrest, and ended a grand jury declined to charge her. For a month, this young woman was in a legal limbo that might have resulted in a year in jail and thousands of dollars of fines. The inhumanity that a Trumbull County prosecutor imposed on this woman is not unusual. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v.

Wade, abortion bans have forced women to endanger their lives by continuing dangerous pregnancies that would be ended but for rabid anti-abortion legislation.

Antiabortion legislation criminalizes ordinary pregnancy complications.

According to some studies, as many as one in five pregnancies result in miscarriage, and one in 175 babies are

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Commentary stillborn. Yvette Cabrera, wrote When Pregnancy Becomes A Crime for the Center for Public Integrity. She notes that states have increased criminal investigations of pregnancy loss, “including miscarriages, stillbirths, and self-induced abortions.” Guess who they are most likely to investigate?

Poor women, women of color, young women, and people with substance abuse issues. Those who advocate for the “right to life” seem to feel little for the lives of women they persecute because of their pregnancy outcomes.

Brittany Watts was blessed. A community rallied around her, raising more than $190,000 for her legal fees and for counseling. While the grand jury declined to indict, Ms. Watts has been through quite an ordeal. If anyone should be indicted, it should be the doctors who debated the morality of inducing birth, while Watts waiting for hours for attention. At the same time, some doctors fear performing abortions lest they be charged and incarcerated.

Kate Cox left Texas to get a medical abortion when she learned that her pregnancy would have fatal consequences both for her and her child.

She actually sued Texas to get the abortion she needed, but when the courts sided against her, she left the state to receive necessary medical care. She had the resources both to sue Texas and to leave the state when necessary. What would have happened to a less resourced woman?

I am reminded of Regina McKnight,

the first woman charged and convicted of child abuse because she gave birth to a stillborn child. Ms. McKnight was sentenced to twenty years, and required to serve twelve years of her sentence. Her conviction was overturned after eight years, but those years cost her dearly. She had other children, who she missed and was unable to nurture and raise. Her life came to a hard stop. The National Advocates for Pregnant Women, an organization that has been researching the increase in criminalized pregnancies, championed her.

The repeal of Roe allows the courts to criminalize pregnancy, and the zeal to unearth “criminal” behavior by those who miscarry or give birth to dead children is abhorrent. The fact that so many Black women find themselves criminalized and, with limited resources, being pushed into courts speaks to the antipathy that our nation has for women, especially Black women.

More than thirty years ago, a group of Black women, including Dr. Dorothy Height, Essence editor Susan Taylor, Planned Parenthood leader Faye Wattleton, Rev. Willie Barrow, and about a dozen others (I was among them), came together to assert our right to reproductive freedom. Essence and Ms. Magazine editor Marcia Ann Gillespie wrote the powerful statement that began with the sentence “Choice is the essence of freedom”. Repealing Roe takes away our choice. Criminalizing pregnancy limits our choice. Those who use pregnancy and women’s health as a political football don’t see the faces behind their rhetoric, like Regina McKnight who lost eight years of her life behind political nonsense, Brittany Watts who faced criminal incarceration for miscarrying, Tricia Cox who had to leave her state to get medical system. Enough!

Andrew Young reflects on MLK’s legacy As the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, civil rights icon, diplomat, and former Atlanta mayor Andrew Young reflected on King’s legacy and progress in America since the 1960s.

One of the last surviving members of King’s inner circle, Young, sat down for an exclusive interview on PBS-TV’s The Chavis Chronicles with National Newspaper Publishers Association President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., where he shared valuable insights into his historical journey as a leader of the civil rights movement and his own enduring legacy.

“I do this,” Young said, reflecting on challenging injustices like the false arrest and imprisonment of the Wilmington Ten in the 1970s, “because it’s the right thing to do. I wasn’t being militant or outspoken I was trying to get people to see just what it is.”

From his beginnings in segregated schools in New Orleans to his early graduation from Howard University and later studies at Hartford Theological Seminary, Young’s commitment to justice emerged during his time as a pastor in southern Georgia. Organizing voter registration drives in the face of death threats, he played a crucial role in the campaigns leading to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

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Commentary Elected to congress in 1972, Young became the first African American representative from the Deep South since Reconstruction. His legislative efforts included establishing the U.S. Institute for Peace, The African Development Bank, and the Chattahoochee River National Park. He left an indelible mark on the city by negotiating federal funds for vital infrastructure projects in Atlanta.

In 1977, President Jimmy Carter appointed Young as the first African American Ambassador to the United Nations, where he played a crucial role in shaping U.S.-Africa policy based on human rights. His efforts contributed to ending white-minority rule in Namibia and Zimbabwe.

Reflecting on his experiences, Young shares poignant moments during the interview, including facing violence during the Civil Rights movement.

He recalls, “When the Klan came marching down in the community, they wanted to provoke a fight.

They had guns under their sheets in Lincolnville, Florida,” he noted.

“The same Black folks who got beat up with me said they had the love of Jesus in their hearts; that spiritual witness of nonviolence and forgiveness moved the Congress, and the next week they passed the 1964 Civil Rights Act.” Assessing the progress in civil rights, Young emphasizes the strides made, saying, “If anybody says things are no better now than they were then, they don’t understand how well we have it now.” He acknowledges the challenges but underscores the opportunities for education and progress.

As Young reflects on Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream, he interprets it as a call for equal opportunity. “We are no longer slaves; we have equal opportunity to make this a great nation if we are able to work hard. The educational opportunities are opening up,” says Young. He acknowledges the partnership with White folks that contributed to Atlanta’s success.

Young said he remains optimistic about the nation’s future, echoing Dr. King’s words: “It’s inevitable to me that this nation, as Martin Luther King said, will live out, one day, the true meaning of its creed.”

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Social justice is the fight for human dignity (TriceEdneyWire.com)—It didn’t take long for Pope Francis to get under Donald Trump’s skin. During his flight back to Rome after a visit to Mexico, the pope said during an interview: “A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not bridges, is not Christian.”

Trump, who at the time, was the 2016 Republican presidential frontrunner, responded by saying, “For a religious leader to question a person’s faith is disgraceful.” Trump then accused the Mexican government of “using the pope as a pawn.” In a press release, Trump suggested that the leader of the Catholic Church would regret not supporting his candidacy.

Pope Francis’ comments generated mixed responses from both ardent Trump supporters and undecided Republicans. Some strongly believed the pope needed to stay out of the political arena and stick to religion. Others, like me, saw Pope Francis as the moral compass by speaking truth to power rather than serving as a political kingmaker for Republicans.

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, one of Trump’s opponents for the party’s nomination, was one of many who were confused by the true meaning behind the pope’s words.

As a converted Catholic, Bush stated, “I don’t know what that means….” after being asked about the pope’s statement concerning building walls. This is another example of how messages of inclusion get clouded by either politics, political distortions, or idolatry. Pope Francis, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, sees how the symbolism behind the “build the wall” rhetoric goes deeper than just erecting a physical barrier. He made a moral statement highlighting the abandonment of social justice by many evangelical Christians.

Securing the overwhelmed southern border is a legitimate crisis, but the issue has been used to fuel and cover forms of ethnic hate and division against the “foreigner.”

From the beginning of the 2016 Republican primary season, the “build the wall” rhetoric

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Sound Christian doctrine has always placed a mandate on supporting social issues by requiring Bible-believing Christians to become the voice and advocate for the poor, foreigners, oppressed, and the fatherless. While the “Jesus saves” message is embraced, the “love thy neighbor” message is too often rejected in favor of right-wing political ideology. Pope Francis touched a nerve because it is rare to see a pontiff speak out in favor of social justice in America. So many religious leaders in our nation have fallen into idolatry over a man who is creating a political atmosphere that is becoming less inclusive of others.

Social justice has always been the fight to preserve human dignity. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are critical outcomes of that fight. The Declaration of Independence is not necessarily seen as a social justice document, but that is what it has become.

When Thomas Jefferson, as its primary author, inserted those five powerful words, “All men are created equal,” the meaning transformed this historic document from being a mere list of grievances and injustices to becoming a profound commitment to the fight to preserve human dignity.

The hypocrisy of Jefferson is widely known—oppressed by the British while being an oppressor himself of others as an enslaver. While Jefferson’s fight for human dignity was noble, it was also very selective.

His fight did not produce any form of DEI. The battle was only for the benefit of White, wealthy males like himself. Therefore, DEI under Jefferson was delayed and nonexistent.

As we view Jefferson historically, we must separate the hypocrisy of the man from the legacy of “all men are created equal” through the Declaration of Independence. Despite the inconsistency, he gave future generations the ammunition and the blueprint for their separate fights for social justice, which eventually did include forms of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Unfortunately, other legacies come into play. The legacy of pride, where one group feels superior to others, is at the forefront. Add to pride the legacies involving hate and division, passed down from generation to generation. Today, Americans are not responsible for the creation of systems of inequality, privilege, oppression, and marginalization. They are simply continuing the legacies of our nation’s past.

DEI initiatives in businesses, schools, and government agencies are intended to address inequities against marginalized groups. As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis bars state universities from funding these initiatives, similar efforts are underway in Texas. Now, Utah has an anti-DEI bill that is poised to become law. Thomas Jefferson’s example of hypocrisy still lives. Like Jefferson, today, many people want justice, freedom, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for themselves while at the same time promoting injustice to others.

(David W. Marshall is the founder of the faith-based organization, TRB: The Reconciled Body, and author of the book God Bless Our Divided America. He can be reached at www.davidwmarshallauthor.com.)

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The arc of the moral universe bends towards equity or equality?

America recently celebrated Martin Luther King Jr.’s holiday, which is also a National Day of Service, but the occasion was not without bickering over King’s fundamental message.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colorado, commended King’s civil rights struggle but pointed out that he fought for equality rather than equity. Democrats disagreed, accusing Boebert of failing to appreciate King’s entire legacy.

Boebert said, “King had a dream that we would all be equal in America. Equity had no part in that dream. Let’s end the woke movement in America in honor of King.”

Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross responded, “The Republican attack on ‘woke’ is disingenuous at best. It’s disappointing, especially considering all of the work that MLK Jr. committed himself to, which is a lot more than the ‘I Had a Dream’ speech. [Republicans] like to forget all of the things that [King] talked about, from housing equity to education equity to workforce equity and inclusion.”

Every amateur historian knows that King’s brief public career divided into two phases.

There was the Civil Rights Movement King (1955–1964), whose first objective was to achieve equality for Black people who were classified as second-class citizens. Then there was the Great Society/War on Poverty King (1965–1968), who advocated for the elimination of poverty, regardless of race, through the redistribution of America’s wealth.

Boebert and Cross embrace one phase of King’s career and treat the other phase as if it were on the wrong side of history. Their battle was never about whether King’s central message was equality or equity; it was about which side could use King’s moral

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Check It Out authority to accomplish their political agenda. Neither side wants to honor the man; both crave the moral authority of the martyr.

As a result, the annual political squabbles on King’s National Day of Service are nothing more than self-serving spectacles that detract from the holiday.

Republicans can better commemorate King’s memory by realizing that King was more than two concepts “I have a dream” and “judging people by character not skin color,” while Democrats can better honor King’s memory by recognizing that King had moral concerns beyond the material realm.

For example, prior to the Civil Rights Movement a young preacher delivered a sermon titled Rediscovering Lost Values.

King warned the congregation that there is something profoundly wrong with the world.

Many people assume that a lack of knowledge causes problems in the world. King refuted the view. He stated that in terms of collected knowledge, we presently know more than at any other time in human history. Some argue that a lack of technological advancement has led to major problems in our world. However, King claimed that this was not true because, in the 1700s, a letter took three days to travel from New York City

to Washington, whereas today, you can travel from America to China in less time.

King explained to the congregation that our intellectual, scientific, and technical genius does not lag behind. Our moral mind lags behind. Through our intellectual, scientific, and technological ability, we’ve made the world a neighborhood, but we failed to make the world a brotherhood with our moral mind.

King advised the congregation that in order to move forward, sometimes we must go backwards and rediscover what we have lost.

The first principle of value that we must rediscover is that the universe has moral laws.

We are aware that there is a gravitational law and that disobeying it would result in negative repercussions. But we no longer believe there are moral laws that are just as binding as physical laws, and if we break them, we will face the consequences.

The modern world, according to King, has evolved a relativistic moral ethic.

We’ve accepted the idea that right and wrong are only relative to our personal beliefs. Most people cannot stand up for their convictions because the majority of people may not be doing it. So, if nobody is doing it, it must be wrong; if everyone is doing it, it must be right.

This is a numerical interpretation of right and wrong, which is a rebellion against the moral laws of the universe, and it is destroying our culture and nation.

Later, as a national Civil Rights figure, King famously stated, “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.” However, it is vital to recall that King also warned that the arc of moral relativity is long but ultimately leads to self-destruction, regardless of equality or equity.

Men used to dress to impress for every occasion Have you noticed that people do not dress up as they did in the past? Whether going out for dinner, a play, a dance, or even a funeral or church, people dress in casual attire. You may be familiar with the times when people wore their “Sunday go to meeting” clothing for special events. Brothers, in particular, were usually nastily dressed and often described as “clean as the board of health.” This saying has particular meaning for me as it takes me back to a childhood experience that shaped how I dress today.

This story, which I have told before, is worth repeating. I was approximately twelve years of age and was on my way to a birthday party with a cousin. At the time, I was wearing my one and only cream colored, gabardine suit. It seems like this occurred yesterday as I can still recall crossing the street at 43rd and Wallace Streets, when I passed a young lady crossing in the opposite direction.

She looked at me, dressed in a suit with the pant legs and sleeves being several inches too short, and began laughing. I was so hurt that I started crying. I promised myself, after drying my tears, that once I became financially able, I would never have this experience again. My sister, who managed a drying cleaning establishment, then made certain that I had a presentable wardrobe and my father insisted that I always look the part. Today, I “dress to impress” as this was instilled in me, back in the day.

Many that grew up back in the day recall the emphasis parents placed on how we presented ourselves. Our parents strongly believed that people responded to you based on how you looked. Furthermore, our parents believed that how one looks often dictates how one will behave. Because of my strong belief in wearing a jacket and tie for special occasions, I have been described by a close friend as “fuddy-duddy.” While I do not know exactly what this means, I believe that he is suggesting that I am corny. However, I do not see anything corny in being “chocked up” as was the expression in the past.

A number of you from back in the day have probably returned to regular church atten-

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Back in the day dance. I know that while many of you regularly attended church years ago due to the insistence of your parents, you slacked off a bit after your high school and college days.

You have now returned as you are getting up in age, trying to restructure your resume of life, “just in case.” While you will observe that not much has changed in the way church services are conducted, you do see a change in how people are dressed; men in particular. In fact, many men are dressed casually, something you once observed in church goers of certain denominations. But dressing casual to attend a Baptist church was a “no-no.”

Everyone, children included, dressed in their Sunday best when going to church back in the day. If you look at church programs from years ago, what do you see? Talk with your parents, siblings, relatives and friends about their memories of men and how they were dressed, back then. Without a doubt, what you will see and hear about men dressed in jackets and ties. It was not only what we wore, it was what was expected.

Some companies have dress policies of “casual attire” or “dress down day” on Fridays and during the summer months. Just last week I saw a man in Center City, I suspect in his sixties, apparently headed to work wearing jeans down below his posterior. This type of dress may not bother you, but I find this to be downright disgusting at any time, particularly in the work environment.

Recognizing that “what comes around goes around,” I keep asking myself when we will return to the days when there were no jeans and no sneakers in the work environment.

Have you been to a funeral recently? Watching people coming and going does not make

you feel that you are at a funeral. If you think the way men go out for dinner or the way employees dress for the workplace today is too casual, dress for a funeral is no different. You see everything. There are jeans, tee shirts, sneakers, even shorts. For those of you from my generation, you know that this was unheard of back in the day. Men dressed in jackets and ties for funerals, even if the attire was borrowed. It was considered disrespectful to the family and the deceased to be dressed in a highly inappropriate manner, back in the day, Travelers today wear almost anything! Recall your recent travel experiences, whether by bus, train or plane. Travelers look like they rolled out of bed and threw on whatever was lying around the room. Some travelers look so dirty until you pray that they have not been assigned a seat next to you. Back in the day, however, men would not dare go to the bus depot, train station or airport without wearing a jacket and tie as this was the expected mode of dress. In the past, even though our travel plans may have included carrying a shoebox with a fried chicken sandwich, we wanted others to view us, at least by our presentation, as refined and dignified individuals. Therefore, while in the minds of others, our skin color may not have conveyed this message, our jackets and ties did, back in the day.

I suspect that there are a number of people who feel as I do with regard to people being dressed up. While this column focuses on men, obviously, the new way in which females dress as compared to the past deserves attention that I may pursue in the future. For those of you that share my beliefs, you are probably wishing that those days of being “dressed to kill” will return again, rather than being a memory that is only resurrected when we take a trip, back in the day.

(Alonzo Kittrels can be reached at backintheday@ phillytrib.com or The Philadelphia Tribune, Back In The Day, 520 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146)

Hope young people have been waiting for (TriceEdneyWire.com)—James Hiatt lives in an area along the Mississippi River in Louisiana that has been dubbed “Cancer Alley.”

Teeming with chemical plants and oil and gas refineries, the air the residents of this area breathe contains more carcinogens than anywhere else in the country.

One of those oil and gas facilities is the Calcasieu Pass liquified natural gas (LNG) terminal, which has further devastated public health, local livelihoods, and marine wildlife.

Last week the Biden-Harris administration’s Department of Energy (DOE) paused the permitting of new LNG projects. The decision stops the gas industry’s plans for the even larger CP2 LNG terminal right next store.

This move was perhaps the boldest rebuke ever from a US president against the oil and gas industry. President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Secretary of Energy Granholm —whose support for the move was especially crucial – did the right thing.

Millions of us are celebrating along with James Hiatt, who says, “I’m thankful for this pause in granting gas export licenses; the DOE has finally heard the wake-up call. The gas industry was planning to inundate my hometown with LNG terminals.”

American families’ pocketbooks will be thankful as well. Any word you hear from the fossil fuel industry or the politicians in their pockets about how this decision harms American consumers or the economy is a lie.

As Hiatt points out, “exporting LNG drives up domestic energy costs, affecting everything from home heating to food prices.”

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Commentary Pausing the LNG boom will keep global energy markets more stable. It will help move economies and electric grids towards using less expensive and more resilient renewable energy sources. It will keep 681 coal plants worth—or 548 million gasoline-powered cars worth—of planet-warming greenhouse gasses out of our atmosphere each year.

All of this is critically important. But so is James Hiatt’s point about the “finally heard wake-up call.”

For years, activists, along with scientists and others, have been sounding the alarm to get those in power to wake up. Some of the most powerful voices have been those of young people. And we should all appreciate what it has taken for those young people to maintain their determination.

The American Psychological Association defines “eco-anxiety” as “a chronic fear of environmental doom.” In 2021, Lancet Planetary Health surveyed more than 10,000 young people, ages 16 to 25, in 10 countries. Anxiety about climate change impacted the ability of more than 45 percent of these young people to function in their daily lives; 75 percent were

“frightened” of the future. And it exposed a key feature of eco-anxiety: hopelessness.

Half the young people in the study described feeling helpless and powerless. Now, we know that despite the fear, young activists have been among our fiercest leaders in the fight against the climate crisis. They have not given in to the lingering despair. But, as a piece on eco-anxiety in the Harvard Political Review pointed out, young people have felt like they are alone in the fight. And, “if no one is listening and no change is happening, then pushing forward can feel hopeless.”

That is why, aside from the emissions numbers … aside from the economic and energy security benefits … the Biden-Harris administration’s LNG decision is a win for hope. And hope is a powerful thing.

In his statement about the decision, President Biden said, “We will heed the calls of young people and frontline communities who are using their voices to demand action from those with the power to act.”

This victory for climate-concerned people the world over—and the planet itself—is proof that organizing works. Grabbing the bullhorn and telling your story—even if the crowds don’t listen right at first—matters.

This LNG decision is a momentum builder.

And a clarion call for even more organized action on the climate crisis—especially from young people.

(Ben Jealous is the Executive Director of the Sierra Club and a Professor of Practice at the University of Pennsylvania.)

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CONDITIONS OF SALE Effective with the August 3, 2020, Sheriff Sale of real estate and all such monthly public sales thereafter shall be conducted virtually through video conferencing technology or live streaming. The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office shall provide for up to twenty-five persons to participate in person in the Gold Room, 4th Floor Allegheny County Courthouse. ALL PARTICIPANTS OR BIDDERS MUST BE REGISTERED AT LEAST 7 DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE SALE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE (VIRTUALLY OR IN PERSON) AT THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE SALES OF REAL ESTATE. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S WEBSITE: SHERIFFALLEGHENYCOUNTY.COM. The Successful bidder will pay full amount of bid in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK OR CASHIERS CHECK at time of sale, otherwise the property will be resold at the next regular Sheriffs Sale; provided, that if the sale is made on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2024 the bidder may pay ten percent of purchasing price but not less than 75.00 in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, OR CASHIERS CHECK THE DAY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SALE, e.g. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2024, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:30AM AND 2:30PM IN THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE. And the balance in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, OR CASHIERS CHECK, on or before MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2024, at 10:00 O’CLOCK A.M. The property will be resold at the next regular Sheriff’s Sale if the balance is not paid, and in such case all money’s paid in at the original sale shall be applied to any deficiency in the price of which property is resold, and provided further that if the successful bidder is the plaintiff in the execution the bidder shall pay full amount of bid ON OR BEFORE THE FIRST MONDAY OF THE FOLLOWING MONTH, OTHERWISE WRIT WILL BE RETURNED AND MARKED “REAL ESTATE UNSOLD” and all monies advanced by plaintiff will be applied as required

by COMMON PLEAS COURT RULE 3129.2 (1) (a).

FORFEITED SALES WILL BE POSTED IN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND LISTED ON THE SHERIFF OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY WEB SITE. AMENDMENT OF THE CODE SECOND CLASS COUNTY NEW CHAPTER 475 THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 475, ENTITLED TAXATION IS HEREBY AMENDED THROUGH THE CREATION OF A NEW ARTICLE XII, ENTITLED, “SHERIFF SALES”, AND COMPRISED AS FOLLOWS: SUBSECTION 475-60: RECORDING OF DEEDS AND NOTIFICATION OF SHERIFFS SALES TO TAXING BODIES. A. FOR ANY REAL PROPERTY OFFERED AT SHERIFFS SALE DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES AND PURCHASED BY A THIRD PARTY THROUGH SUCH SALE, THE SHERIFF SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FILING THE DEED AND, WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF FILING OF THE SHERIFFS DEED, PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE CONVEYANCE TO THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS. THE WRITTEN NOTICE REQUIRED PURSUANT TO THIS SUBSECTION SHALL INCLUDE THE DATE OF THE SALE, IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPERTY SOLD BY BOTH ADDRESS AND LOT AND BLOCK NUMBER, AND THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE INDIVIDUALS OR OTHER ENTITY THAT PURCHASED THE PROPERTY. B. AT THE TIME OF THE SALE THE SHERIFF SHALL COLLECT ALL REQUISITE FILING COSTS, REALTY TRANSFER TAXES AND FEES, NECESSARY TO PROPERLY RECORD THE DEED. C. WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF RECEIPT OF WRITTEN NOTICE FROM THE SHERIFF, THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS SHALL FORWARD COPIES OF SUCH NOTICE TO ALL TAXING BODIES LEVYING REAL ESTATE TAXES ON THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MUNICIPALITY AND SCHOOL DISTRICT WHERE THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED. AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 14 OF ACT NO. 77 OF 1986, THE COST OF ALL DOCUMENTARY STAMPS FOR REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAXES (STATE, LOCAL, AND SCHOOL) WILL BE DEDUCTED BY THE SHERIFF FROM THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE. Purchasers must record their deeds and pay the necessary recording fees. Pursuant to Rule 3136 P.R.C.P. NOTICE is hereby given that a schedule of distribution will be filed by the Sheriff not later than 30 days from date of sale and that distribution will be made in accordance with the schedule unless exceptions are filed thereto within 10 days thereafter.

No further notice of the filing of the schedule of distribution will be given.

A Land Bank formed under 68 Pa. C.S.A. 2101 et seq. may exercise its right to bid pursuant to 68 Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d) (2) through Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d) (4) on certain properties listed for sale under the municipal claims and Tax Lien Law, 53 P.S. 7101 et seq. The Sheriff of Allegheny County will honor the terms of payment which the Land Bank has entered with any municipalities having a claim against the property. If the Land Bank tenders a bid under Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d)(3) or 2117(d)(4) the property will not be offered for sale to others and the Property will be considered sold to the Land Bank for the Upset Price as defined in P.S.7279 and no other bids will be accepted.

NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT ALL SHERIFFS DEEDS TENDERED TO PURCHASERS WILL CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: “This document may not sell, convey, transfer, include, or insure the title to the coal and right of support underneath the surface land described or referred to herein and the owner or owners of such coal may have the complete legal right to remove all of such coal, and in that connection damage may result to the surface of the land, any house, building or other structure on or in such land.

1 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Mary E. Miller and Robert L. Miller ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-008024 ********* DEBT: $83,413.38 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stern & Eisenberg, PC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the Borough of Springdale: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 334 Moyhend Street, Springdale, PA 15144. Deed Book Volume 4726, Page 429, Block and Lot Number 732-K-255.

2 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JUDITH BRUDER, JOHN K. BRUDER ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000777 ********* DEBT: $55,262.43 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-132 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF ETNA: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 106 GRANT AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15223. DEED BOOK 12671, PAGE 436.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 221-H-122.

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DEFENDANTS: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF CHARLES S. KNOX DECEASED, BREIANNA KNOX AKA BREIANNA HENAGHAN SOLELY IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF CHARLES S. KNOX, DECEASED, CHARLES KNOX JR AKA C.J. KNOX, JR. SOLELY IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF CHARLES S. KNOX, DECEASED, DENISE KNOX SOLELY IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF CHARLES S. KNOX, DECEASED, TYLER KNOX SOLELY IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF CHARLESS.KNOX, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. MG-21-000140 ********* DEBT: $60,614.03 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-132 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF NORTH VERSAILLES: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 125 CENTRAL AVENUE, NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137. DEED BOOK 9963, PAGE 48.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 457-C-58.

4 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: MICHAEL A. NAHAS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ALBERT J. POZZUTO, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000655 ********* DEBT: $40,290.65 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-132 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, 11TH WARD CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 406 31ST STREET, MC KEESPORT, PA 15132.

DEED BOOK 11655, PAGE 065. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 464-F-26.

5 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: LOUIS CAMPANO AKA LOUIS CAMPANO, III, REBECCA M. CAMPANO ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000269 ********* DEBT: $155,957.60 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-132 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF LINCOLN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 4694 WEST SMITHFIELD STREET, MC KEESPORT, PA 15135. DEED BOOK 12616, PAGE 528. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 761-P-240.

6 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: RONALD LEE LEWIS AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOSHUA LEE LEWIS, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000744 ********* DEBT: $197,821.93 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-132 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, 19TH WARD CITY OF PITTSBURGH: PARCEL ONE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1870 KIRALFY AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA 15216. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18998, PAGE 12, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 35R-228.

PARCEL TWO: HAVING THEREON A VACANT LAND BEING KNOWN AS KIRALFY AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA 15216. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18998, PAGE 12, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 35-R-229.

7 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: ROBERT A. SATRYAN SR. ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000933 ********* DEBT: $48,445.15 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 11738 Joan Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume 10556, Page 458. Block and Lot 0450-E00304-0000-00.

8 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: DGST ENTERPRISES LLC ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-000531 ********* DEBT: $67,324.38 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: BRETT SOLOMON, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1350 OLD FREEPORT ROAD, SUITE 2AR, PITTSBURGH PA 15238 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-406-8946 ******************************** IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF MCKEES ROCKS HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AS 419 BROADWAY AVENUE, MCKEES ROCKS, PA 15136. DEED BOOK 17964, PAGE 308.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 72-H-172 9 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) TOWNSHIP OF INDIANA vs DEFENDANTS: JONATHAN C. HALL, TRUSTEE FOR THE 2009 IRREVOCABLE TRUST FOR JONATHAN C. HALL ********************* CASE NO. GD-22-009783 ********* DEBT: $16,895.55 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-978-0333 ******************************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, TOWNSHIP OF INDIANA: PARCEL ONE HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING E BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 100 LAZY W. LANE, CHESWICK, PA 15024.

DEED BOOK 14133, PAGE 24. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1081-0-188.

PARCEL TWO HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 108 LAZY W. LANE, CHESWICK, PA 15024, DEED BOOK 14133, PAGE 24.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1081-H-012.

PARCEL THREE HAVING THEREON VACANT LAND BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS LAZY W. LANE, CHESWICK, PA 15024. DEED BOOK 14133, PAGE 24.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1081-H-095.

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13 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Joseph Mackewich, individually and as Heir to the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Frank Raymond Mackewich, AKA Frank R. Mackewich, indivudally and as Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Unknown Heirs of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Unknown Administrators of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Mary Ann Adamik, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Frank Mackewich, Jr., Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Karen Stewart, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Susan Morris, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; David Mackewich, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Robert Mackewich, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Patricia Lammert, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Michael·Mackewich, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Stephen Mackewich, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich; Theresa Zeiler, Heir of the Estate of Mary T. Cowalsh, FKA Mary T. Mackewich ********************* CASE NO. . MG-17-000922 ********* DEBT: $123,354.72 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-561 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Brentwood:

DEFENDANTS: Lauren Noel Douglas ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-010047 ********* DEBT: $97,265.46 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-561 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, North Versailles Township: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 192 Maryellen Drive, North Versailles, PA 15137. Document Number 2013-19199, Deed Book Volume 15304, Page 91. Block and Lot Number 0645-N-00183-0000-00

11 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Eric Lippert, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Earla Connors; Rachel Rizzo, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Earla Connors; Steven Lippert, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Earla Connors; David Lippert, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Earla Connors; Joseph Sullen, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Earla Connors; Unknown Heirs of the Estate of Earla Connors (if any); Unknown Administrators of the Estate of Earla Connors (if any) ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000653 ********* DEBT: $62,790.28 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-561 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, Ward 20: Parcel 1 Vacant land at Lakewood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 AKA Lakewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Document Number 2006-20729, Deed Book Volume 12897, Page 524, Block and Lot Number 0020-L-000430000-00.

Parcel 2 Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1222 Lakewood Street, Pittsburgh, Pa 15220 AKA 1222 Lakewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220.

Document Number 2006- 20729, Deed Book Volume 12897, Page 524, Block and Lot Number 0020-L- 000450000-00.

Parcel 3 Vacant land at Lakewood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 AKA Lakewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Document Number 2006-20729, Deed Book Volume 12897, Page 524, Block and Lot Number 0020-L-000470000-00.

Parcel 4 Vacant land at Lakewood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 AKA Lakewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Document Number 2006-20729, Deed Book Volume 12897, Page 524, Block and Lot Number 0020-L-000480000-00.

Parcel 5 Vacant land at Lakewood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 AKA Lakewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Document Number 2006-20729, Deed Book Volume 12897, Page 524, Block and Lot Number 0020-L-000490000-00.

12 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Dennis Bloom ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-006309 ********* DEBT: $30,601.87 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-561 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 408 Curry Hollow Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122. Document Number 106924, Deed Book Volume 8557, Page 96. Block and Lot Number 03l 1-S00087-0000-00.

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Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 4037 Cloverlea Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Deed Book Volume 11584, Page 082. Block and Lot Number 0188-N- 00273-0000-00.

14 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: MONICA MEYERS AKA MONICA ANN MEYERS AKA MONICA A. MEYERS ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000837 ********* DEBT: $44,903.52 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP,P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH PARK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 6327 CRESTVIEW DRIVE, SOUTH PARK, PA 15129. DEED BOOK 9199, PAGE 38.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 887-K-26.

15 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: ERICA YESKO, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF SHARON K. YESKO; RONALD YESKO, IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF SHARON K. YESKO; JAMAL YESKO, IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF SHARON K. YESKO; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER SHARON K. YESKO ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000666 ********* DEBT: $15,050.84 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRNE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Turtle Creek: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 373 Stewart St., Turtle Creek, PA 15145. Deed Book Volume 10671, Page 389. Block and Lot 0455-K-00063-0000-00.

16 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough vs DEFENDANTS: LATOYA M. HAMM ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-002228 ********* DEBT: $11,977.46 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1809 MONTIER ST, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 13441, PAGE 285.

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17 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills vs DEFENDANTS: PHO Real Estate, LLC ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-000527 ********* DEBT: $52,423.41 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills:

23 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Robin Little, as Believed Heir to the Estate of Carolyn J. Pittman; Unknown Heirs, to the Estate of Carolyn J. Pittman; Unknown Administrators, to the Estate of Carolyn J. Pittman ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-009954 ********* DEBT: $19,377.54 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, Ward 25:

PARCEL 1: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A COMMERCIAL CONVENIENCE STORE/ GAS S TATI O N B E I N G K N O W N AND NUMBERED AS 4689 VERONA ROAD, VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 17279, PAGE 363. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 367-J-330. AND PARCEL 2: BEING ALL THAT VACANT COMMERCIAL LAND KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS SANDY CREEK ROAD, VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 17279, PAGE 363.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 367-J-316.

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 2116 Perrysville Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15214. Document Number 1997-014894, Deed Book Volume 10065, Page 657. Block and Lot Number 0046-P-00028-0000-00.

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24 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: CHANTEL AYERS AKA CHANTEL L. AYERS, MARY BANKS AKA MARY MAXINE BANKS ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-003665 ********* DEBT: $174,049.96 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF MUNHALL:

29 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MARY ELLEN DULGEROFF AKA MARY DULGEROFF, DECEASED, RONALD NEWMAN SOLELY IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF MARY ELLEN DULGEROFF AKA MARY DULGEROFF, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-002256 ********* DEBT: $76,681.84 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF RESERVE:

33 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Marsha L. Wilson-Barber a/k/a Marsha L. Wilson, known Heir of Jean Wilson, deceased, Cynthia Wilson Brockington, known Heir of Jean Wilson, deceased, Lisa Burden, known Heir of Jean Wilson, deceased, Unknown Heirs, Successors, Assigns and All Persons, Firms or Associations Claiming Right, Title or Interest from or under Jean Wilson, deceased ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000596 ********* DEBT: $28,346.52 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LOGS Legal Group LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 3600 Horizon Drive, Suite 150 King of Prussia, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 28TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH:

18 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Elizabeth Forward School District vs DEFENDANTS: LATORRE INVESTMENTS INC. AND KATHLEEN LATORRE A/KIA KATHLEEN LATORRE COMPTON ********************* CASE NO. GD 21-013736 ********* DEBT: $27,860.51 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Elizabeth: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SMALL DETACHED COMMERCIAL BUILDING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2030-2050 HAYDEN BLVD, ELIZABETH, PA 15037. DEED BOOK 11589, PAGE 612.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1573-S-173.

19 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Rashayla Johnson ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000884 ********* DEBT: $163,305.78 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 20th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3727 CHARTIERS AVE, PGH, PA 15204. DBV 18907, PG 100, B/L #71-G-36 21 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JUSTIN C. GLUNT ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000450 ********* DEBT: $56,111.05 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF PENN HILLS Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 302 MCCUTCHEON LANE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume 15748, Page 263.

Block and Lot Number 0295-M-003070000-00 22 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: BRUCE G. GAVLIK ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000328 ********* DEBT: $76,041.03 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF WEST MIFFLIN Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 2832 SKYLINE DR, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. Deed Book Volume 12674, Page 474.

Block and Lot Number 0241-N-000280000-00

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 832 EAST 10TH AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PA 15120. DEED BOOK 18801, PAGE 191.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 179-J-56.

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DEFENDANTS: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF HERMAN C. HILL AKA HERMAN HILL, DECEASED, LISA WILSON AKA LISA HILL AKA LISA Y. WILSON, SOLELY IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF HERMAN C. HILL AKA HERMAN HILL, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000051 ********* DEBT: $59,350.92 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, MUNICIPALITY OF PENN HILLS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 644 SOUTHERN AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK 9411, PAGE 450.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 296-M-196.

26 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ANNA L. SCIALABBA, DECEASED, MELISSA SALMON, SOLELY IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF ANNA L. SCIALABBA, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO. MG-19-001382 ********* DEBT: $10,835.99 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF INDIANA: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 27 ROWE STREET, RURAL RIDGE, PA 15075. DEED BOOK 10608, PAGE 455.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 957-F-109.

27 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: MICHAEL A. BABYAK, MICHELLE L. BABYAK ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-001040 ********* DEBT: $120,176.99 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF BALDWIN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 451 CHARLOTTE DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15236. DEED BOOK 12360, PAGE 389.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 315-N-73.

28 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: DAVID LEFF AKA DAVID A. LEFF, DEBORAH J. LEFF ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-006772 ********* DEBT: $22,901.01 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, 14TH WARD CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3 FLOTILLA WAY, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221.

DEED BOOK 8609, PAGE 118. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER l 76-A-146.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2612 MOUNT TROY ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK 13775, PAGE 175.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 78-S-178.

30 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Eve Mirt, Corey V. Mirt ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000291 ********* DEBT: $122,549.53 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LOGS Legal Group LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 3600 Horizon Drive, Suite 150 King of Prussia, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF WEST MIFFLIN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 4615 HOME STREET, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. DEED BOOK VOLUME 16627, PAGE 431, BLOCK AND LOT 0181-S00092-0000-00.

31 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Sara Silvio, Known Heir of Anthony M. Silvio, deceased, Tricia Silvio, Known Heir of Anthony M. Silvio, deceased, Cheyenne Silvio, Known Heir of Anthony M. Silvio, deceased, Michael Silvio, Known Heir of Anthony M. Silvio, deceased, Unknown Heirs, Successors, Assigns and All Persons, Firms or Associations Claiming Right, Title or Interest from or under Anthony M. Silvio, Deceased ********************* CASE NO.MG-20-000170 ********* DEBT: $179,272.13 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LOGS Legal Group LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 3600 Horizon Drive, Suite 150 King of Prussia, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF BRENTWOOD: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 115 CATSKILL AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15227. DEED BOOK VOLUME 11444, PAGE 359, BLOCK AND LOT 0137-L00152-0000-00 32 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Eric Dorsch ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000602 ********* DEBT: $102,904.23 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LOGS Legal Group LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 3600 Horizon Drive, Suite 150 King of Prussia, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 31ST WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1063 ELWELL STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15207. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12151, PAGE 369, BLOCK AND LOT 0185-M00028-0000-00.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 424 FAIRYWOOD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15205. DEED BOOK VOLUME 5383, PAGE 119, BLOCK AND LOT 0070-E-000360000-00.

34 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER DOROTHY J. CAMPBELL, DECEASED THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000550 ********* DEBT: $155,858.23 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jill M. Fein, Esquire. Hill Wallack LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1000 Floral Vale Blvd. Suite 300, Suite 250, Yardley, PA 19067 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, TOWNSHIP OF WEST DEER: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A ONE STORY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 15 DEER HOLLOW LANE TARENTUM, PA 15084 DEED BOOK 11620 AND PAGE 582 BLOCK & LOT NO. 1220-J-239 35 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: DOMINIC JEREMIAH REESE MACKENZIE MARIE CERASO ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000012 ********* DEBT: $182,889.33 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jill M. Fein, Esquire. Hill Wallack LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1000 Floral Vale Blvd. Suite 300, Suite 250, Yardley, PA 19067 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF DORMONT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO STORY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3065 LATONIA AVE PITTSBURGH, PA 15216 DEED BOOK 18361 AND PAGE 1 BLOCK & LOT NO. 98-M-192 36 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Shawn W. McVay ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000797 ********* DEBT: $99,392.04 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: The Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1310 Industrial Boulevard, pt Floor, Suite 101, Southampton, PA 18966 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-9690 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Collier Township: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 210 BROOK STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106 AKA 12 MAIN STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12480, PAGE230. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER. 147-E-2. ALTERNATE PARCEL ID. 9905X- 572.

37 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Charles A.J. Halpin, III, Esquire, Personal Representative of the Estate of Geraldine M. Ross, Deceased ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-009644 ********* DEBT: $117,686.92 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: The Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1310 Industrial Boulevard, pt Floor, Suite 101, Southampton, PA 18966 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-9690 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Momoeville: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING HOUSE BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1184 COLGATE DRIVE, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12691, PAGE 244. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER. 857-S-183.

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38 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Charles A.J. Halpin, III; Esquire, Personal Representative of the Estate of Elizabeth M. Stack, Deceased ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-009639 ********* DEBT: $8,545.24 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: The Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 1310 Industrial Boulevard, pt Floor, Suite 101, Southampton, PA 18966 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-9690 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Munhall: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY FRAME DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 303 WEST MILLER AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PA 15120. DEED BOOK VOLUME 10333, PAGE 182. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER. 132-L-151.

39 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JASON G. ASTURl ********************* CASE NO. AR-20-000360 ********* DEBT: $8,825.50 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Fred C. Jug, Jr. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 310 Grant Street, Suite 1109, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-255-6500 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Robinson: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SUNGUILD OF ROBINSON CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2706 LEONA LANE, CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108. DEED BOOK 12930, PAGE 244. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0270-P-00001-B006-00.

40 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: RUTH A. LOVETT, ********************* CASE NO. AR-23-000484 ********* DEBT: $3,825.12 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Fred C. Jug, Jr. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 310 Grant Street, Suite 1109, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-255-6500 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of South Fayette: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A HUNTING RIDGE COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2007 CLEARFORK ROAD, BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017. DEED BOOK 11425, PAGE 616. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0481-R00038-0000-00.

41 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JUSTINE A. BIBEY AND KIMBERLY J. BIBEY ********************* CASE NO. MG-17-001510 ********* DEBT: $51,153.09 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 29th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1628 LEOLYN STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15210. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12903, PAGE 241. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 60-M-118.

42 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Kevin Watson and Tonya Watson A/K/A Tonya M. Watson ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000864 ********* DEBT: $171,816.88 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stem & Eisenberg, PC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the Borough of Bellevue: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 564 Dawson Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202-3109. Deed Book Volume 11796, Page 199. Block and Lot Number 160-C-132.

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43 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: James V. Harbison a/k/a James V. Harbison, III and Marcia L. Harbison ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000116 ********* DEBT: $149,472.56 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stem & Eisenberg, PC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the Township of West Deer:

49 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JULIE GUSS, JOHN R. GUSS ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000659 ********* DEBT: $421,923.08 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF SEWICKLEY:

55 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: RICHARD J. KLINGER, III ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000207 ********* DEBT: $41,637.78 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills:

61 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Woodland Hills School District vs DEFENDANTS: J Key Housing, LLC ********************* CASE NO. GD 22-000218 ********* DEBT: $16,633.41 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Turtle Creek:

67 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: CAREY G. KING; HARMONIE M. SITES ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000724 ********* DEBT: $45,937.19 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stephen Panik, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 28TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1066 Deer Creek Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044-7013. Deed Book Volume 13122, PAGE 276. Block and Lot Number 2010-A-168.

44 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: CATHY PETRULLI, ADMINISTRATRIX OF THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH S. SZALKO ********************* CASE NO.GD-23-008555 ********* DEBT: $138,419.63 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTINE L. GRAHAM, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 1420 WALNUT STREET, SUITE 1501 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 790-1010 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Port Vue: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 207 Dersam Street, McKeesport, Pennsylvania 15133.

Deed Book Volume 18587, Page 213.

Block and Lot Number 0383-L-002220000-00.

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DEFENDANTS: S JEFFREY KEARNS, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF CAROL A. KEARNS, JEREMY KEARNS, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF CAROL A. KEARNS, JUSTIN KEARNS, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF CAROL A. KEARNS, AND UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF CAROL A. KEARNS ********************* CASE NO.GD-23-007884 ********* DEBT: $76,987.52 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTINE L. GRAHAM, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 1420 WALNUT STREET, SUITE 1501 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 790-1010 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, l0th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 5706 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201. Deed Book Volume 11257, Page 265. Block and Lot Number 0120-J00155-0000-00

46 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: KERRI HAZLETT AND PHILLIP E. PIROZZI ********************* CASE NO.. MG-23-000599 ********* DEBT: $99,266.23 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTINE L. GRAHAM, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 1420 WALNUT STREET, SUITE 1501 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 790-1010 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harrison: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1014 Gordon Street, Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania 15065. Deed Book Volume 18452, Page 69. Block and Lot Number 1679- E-002480000-00.

47 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Marianne Hirkulich, Denis Hirkulich, Paul Plichta, Joseph Kazan and All Unknown Heirs of John Troha, Deceased. ********************* CASE NO. GD-22-002114 ********* DEBT: $48,886.03 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Lois M. Vitti ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-1725 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Whitaker: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY BUNGALOW DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 131 ARKANSAS AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PA 15120. DEED BOOK DE-18928, PAGE 232. BLOCK AND LOT 180-H-43 48 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JANET M. TARKER ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000938 ********* DEBT: $108,758.04 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF BRENTWOOD: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 33 WEST FRANCIS AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15227. DEED BOOK 10498, PAGE 251.

BLOCK AND LOT 1\TUMBER 137-K-183.

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 620 MAPLE LANE, SEWICKLEY, PA 15143.

DEED BOOK 10554, PAGE 47. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 506-M-60.

50 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: MARTIN P. CALLENDER ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000176 ********* DEBT: $I I 0,837.93 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harmar: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 38 Highbury Road Cheswick, PA I 5024. Deed Book Volume 13810, Page 423. Block and Lot 0622-J-00066-0000-00.

51 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: CHRISTOPHER L. RUTKOWSKI; JAMIE MARIE Z. RUTKOWSKI ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000118 ********* DEBT: $64,498.36 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harrison: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1304 8th Ave Natrona Heights, PA 15065. Deed Book Volume 17620, Page 157. Block and Lot 1368-J-00008-0000-00 52 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: WILLIAM SNOW ********************* CASE NO. GD-22-012492 ********* DEBT: $28,453.34 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 15th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 566 Greenfield Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Deed Book Volume 12370, Page 416. Block and Lot 0054-R00028-0000-00.

53 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: LORETTA A. JARRETT AKA LORETTA JARRETT, IN HER CAPACITY AS EXECUTRIX AND KNOWN HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF LOGRETTA MYERS; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER LOGRETTA MYERS ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000819 ********* DEBT: $23,312.49 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, First Ward of The Borough of Wilkinsburg: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1326 Sherman Street Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Deed Book Volume 3908, Page 378. Block and Lot 0232-G-00069-0000-00.

54 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) MCKEESPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT AND BOROUGH OF DRAVOSBURG vs DEFENDANTS: HOMETOWN ROOTER, LLC ********************* CASE NO. GD-22-007569 ********* DEBT: $11,058.78 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF ORAVOSBURG: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A COMMERCIAL STRUCTURE BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 314 WASHINGTON AVENUE, DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034. DEED BOOK 17406, PAGE 187.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 309-M-188.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 108 HAZEL ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 16688, PAGE 180.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 539-A-26.

56 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) COUNTY OF ALLEGHENEY vs DEFENDANTS: Anna Hill, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns & Grant Hill, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns & Shirley M. Brown, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-008154 ********* DEBT: $28,690.27 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Plum: Being thereon vacant residential land known as Hemphill Hollow Road, New Kensington, PA 15068. Deed Book Volume 3020, Page 443. Block & Lot 1096-L-252.

57 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) COUNTY OF ALLEGHENEY vs DEFENDANTS: Odessa Bennett, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-008153 ********* DEBT: $11,110.62 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Plum: Being thereon vacant residential land known as Greensburg Road, New Kensington, PA 15068. Deed Book Volume 4002, Page 532. Block & Lot 1096-M-154.

58 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Borough of Mt. Oliver vs DEFENDANTS: Denise F. Grisham ********************* CASE NO. GD 12-011100 ********* DEBT: $3,670.72 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Mt. Oliver: Having erected thereon a two story frame house being known as 107 John Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Deed Book Volume 12484, Page 405. Block & Lot No. 14-L-249-A. 59 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) County of Allegheny vs DEFENDANTS: Olga Goyda, With Notice to Heirs and Assigns ********************* CASE NO. G.D. 23-004936 ********* DEBT: $4,029.58 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of McKees Rocks: Having erected thereon a two story frame house being known as 15 Shingiss Street, McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Deed Book Volume 3905, Page 235. Block & Lot No. 43-D-53.

60 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) County of Allegheny vs DEFENDANTS: Ronald G. Holmes ********************* CASE NO. GD 20-013179 ********* DEBT: $4,262.68 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, C o u n t y o f A l l e g h e n y, B o r o u g h o f Dravosburg: Having erected thereon a two-story two-family house being known as 16 Park Avenue, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Deed Book Volume 6363, Page 37. Block & Lot 309-L-86.

Having erected thereon a two story commercial apartment building being known as 415 Mercer Street, Turtle Creek, PA 15145. Deed Book Volume 17986, Page 328. Block & Lot No. 455-M-290.

62 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) County of Allegheny vs DEFENDANTS: James S. Wilson ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-006339 ********* DEBT: $3,960.27 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of McKeesport - Ward 11: Having erected thereon a one story commercial garage being known as 427 Eden Park Boulevard, McKeesport, PA 15132. Deed Book Volume 10774, Page 472. Block & Lot 464-S-70.

63 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JAMES R. THRIFT ********************* CASE NO. AR-22-003933 ********* DEBT: $7,556.37 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Fred C. Jug, Jr ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 310 Grant Street, Suite 1109, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-255-6500 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Monroeville: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A HAYMAKER POINTE HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 130 HORIZON DRIVE, MONROEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA 15146. DEED BOOK 17827, PAGE 12. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0860-E-00022-0000-00.

64 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JEFFREY PATRICK and PATRICIA L. SHARPE ********************* CASE NO. AR-22-003050 ********* DEBT: $2,325.48 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Fred C. Jug, Jr ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 310 Grant Street, Suite 1109, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-255-6500 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of South Fayette: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A HUNTING RIDGE COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION, CONDOMINIUM DWELLING, BEING KNOWN AND.NUMBERED AS 2467 BROOK LEDGE ROAD, 24B, BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017. DEED BOOK 18614, PAGE 93.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0481-R-00474024B-00.

65 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MARY MAUREEN BAKER aka MARY M. BAKER ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000708 ********* DEBT: $30,680.06 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Michelle Pierro, Esq. (PA ID No. 317454) ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 566-1212 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS: 1735 VERMONT AVENUE, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. DEED BOOK VOLUME 6100, PAGE 849 Block / Lot# 306-B-148 66 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EARL CLARK aka EARL L. CLARK ********************* CASE NO. MG-2 2- 0 0 0 9 2 7 ********* DEBT: $61,305.97 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Michelle Pierro, Esq. (PA ID No. 317454) ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 566-1212 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 904 COAL STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK VOLUME 11560, PAGE NUMBER 540. BLOCK / LOT # 233-A-182

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PARCEL ONE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 232 HOLLYWOOD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15205. DEED BOOK 10643, PAGE 404. BLOCK AND LOT 0040-C--00248-0000-00 PARCEL TWO: VACANT LAND BEING KNOWN AS HOLLYWOOD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15205. DEED BOOK 10643, PAGE 404.

BLOCK AND LOT 0040-D-00081-0000-00 68 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: ) ROBERT DAVID MOORE aka ROBERT D. MOORE; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA C/O THE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF PA ********************* CASE NO. MG-20-000345 ********* DEBT: $171,722.50 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1889 RIGGS RD, SOUTH PARK, PA 15129. Deed Book Volume 9762, Page 473.

Block and Lot Number 0885-S-001420000-00 69 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: THOMAS A. BENNETT; MISTY D. BENNETT ********************* CASE NO. MG-18-000769 ********* DEBT: $384,100.54 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, TOWNSHIP OF UPPER ST. CLAIR Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 2123 CLAIRMONT DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15241. Deed Book Volume 14979, Page 261.

Block and Lot Number 0321-P-000220000-00 70 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Ryan Lucido and Erin E. Lucido ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-000715 ********* DEBT: $287,043.45 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Richard M. Squire & Associates, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 115 West Avenue, Suite 104, Jenkintown, PA 19046 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 886-8790 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Bethel Park.

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 442 LIMESTONE DRIVE, BETHEL PARK, PA 15102, DEED BOOK VOLUME 12500, PAGE 500, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0774-E-00020-0000-00.

71 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Kiavi Funding, Inc ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000610 ********* DEBT: $219,421.39 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: PADGETT LAW GROUP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 700 Darby Road, Suite 100 Havertown, PA 19083 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-422-2520 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A FOUR FAMILY TWO-STORY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 5725 VERONA ROAD, VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18839, PAGE 513, INSTRUMENT NUMBER 2022-9394. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0366-L-00021-0000-00.

72 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Nicole D. Jordan, as Believed Heir of the Estate of Donna D. Still, AKA Donna S. Jordan; Unknown Heirs of the Estate of Donna D. Still, AKA Donna S. Jordan; Unknown Administrators of the Estate of Donna D. Still, AKA Donna S. Jordan ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-005977 ********* DEBT: $22,145.16 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1706 Turner Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Deed Book Volume 6635, Page 336. Block and Lot Number 0296-P­ OO162-0000-00.

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73 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Adrian Auden Sanchez Fierro ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000850 ********* DEBT: $175,814.92 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, Ward 29:

78 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): Quaker Valley School District VS. DEFENDANTS: Paul Bukoskey, III & Tracy Bukoskey ********************* CASE NO.GD 22-000523 ********* DEBT: $3,498.46 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Leet:

83 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills VS. DEFENDANTS: CARMINE C. LAUGHLIN ********************* CASE NO.GD 23-002343 ********* DEBT: $14,326.87 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills:

88 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: U N K N OWN HE IR S , S U C C E S S OR S , ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER ANITA L. UPSHAW aka ANITA LOUISE UPSHAW, DECEASED; RAYMOND D. BROWN, III, IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF ANITA L. UPSHAW aka ANITA LOUISE UPSHAW, DECEASED ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000576 ********* DEBT: $119,367.86 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stephen Panik, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF PENN HILLS

94 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) BETHEL PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT vs DEFENDANTS: CRESTLAND COMPANY ********************* CASE NO. GD-23-009398 ********* DEBT: $51,683.37 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Elizabeth P. Sattler, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 445 Fort Pitt Boulevard, Suite 503, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Bethel Park:

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 224 KEY DR, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume 17242, Page 558.

Block and Lot Number 0539-A-002240000-00

95 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: CHAD LOUIS LETRICK IN HIS CAPACITY AS CO-ADMINISTRATOR AND HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA L. LETRICK aka LINDA LETRICK aka LINDA LEE LETRICK; MEGAN ALICE LETRICK, IN HER CAPACITY AS CO-ADMINISTRATRIX AND HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA L. LETRICK aka LINDA LETRICK aka LINDA LEE LETRICK; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS, CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER LINDA L. LETRICK aka LINDA LETRICK aka LINDA LEE LETRICK ********************* CASE NO. MG-22-001038 ********* DEBT: $195,348.97 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Bell Acres:

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 133 Duffland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Document Number 2022-29064, Deed Book Volume 19047, Page 101. Block and Lot Number 0095-D-00370-0000-00.

74 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: David A. Lacek, Jr. and Brandy M. Padgelek ********************* CASE NO. MG-20-000173 ********* DEBT: $222,804.79 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Richard M. Squire & Associates, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 115 West Avenue, Suite 104, Jenkintown, PA 19046 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 886-8790 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsy1vania, County of Allegheny, and Township of Scott: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 323 Glenn Avenue, Carnegie, PA 15106. Deed Book Volume 17244, Page 17. Block and Lot Number 0102-P-00136-0000-00 75 FEB 24

DEFENDANTS: JIMMY HERTZOG aka JAMES HERZOG, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF VIRGINIA MAY HERTZOG, DAVE HERTZOG aka DAVID HERTZOG, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF VIRGINIA MAY HERTZOG, SUE HERTZOG aka SUSAN HERTZOG, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF VIRGINIA MAY HERTZOG, JEANIE HERTZOG, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF VIRGINIA MAY HERTZOG, AND UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF VIRGINIA MAY HERTZOG ********************* CASE NO.GD-23-000405 ********* DEBT: $94,004.42 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTINE L. GRAHAM, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 1420 WALNUT STREET, SUITE 1501 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 790-1010 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1820 Loretta Drive, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235.

Deed Book Volume 3708, Page 357. Block and Lot Number 0632-K-00134-0000-00.

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DEFENDANTS: GREGORY VINSKI KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, STEPHANIE KUMPHMILLER AKA STEPHANIE VINSKI KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, DEBORAH A. MANGOLA KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, JOHN VINSKI KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, LAWRENCE N. VINSKI JR. KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, RICHARD THEWES JR. KNOWN SURVIVING HEIR OF NANCY M. VINSKI, AND UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF NANCY M. VINSKI ********************* CASE NO.GD-19-013013 ********* DEBT: $80,846.76 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: CHRISTINE L. GRAHAM, ESQUIRE ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 1420 WALNUT STREET, SUITE 1501 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 790-1010 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Etna: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 14 Spring Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15223. Deed Book Volume 4060, Page 74. Block and Lot Number 0222-N-00274- 0000-00.

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DEFENDANTS: Lawrence Naccarato, Sr., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, Laurie Naccarato a/k/a Laurie Miller Pino, solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, Lawrence Naccarato, Jr., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, Anthony Naccarato, solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, Unknown Heirs, Devisees, and/or Personal Representatives of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, Tami Lynn Naccarato, solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, R. N., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, L. N., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased, J. N., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased and M. N., solely as heir of Matthew Naccarato, deceased ********************* CASE NO.MG-22-000275 ********* DEBT: $80,143.30 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Richard M. Squire & Associates, LLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 115 West Avenue, Suite 104, Jenkintown, PA 19046 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215/886-8790 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and Township of Harrison: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 16 PINE STREET, NATRONA HEIGHTS, PA 15065. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18031, PAGE 18, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1368-R-00178-0000-00

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Having erected thereon a one and one half story frame house known as 129 Willow Street, Ambridge, PA 15003. Deed Book Volume 15354, Page 159. Block & Lot No. 934-F-101.

79 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: The Unknown Heirs, Executors and/or Administrators of the Estate of Helen P. Grosskopf a/k/a Helen Grosskopf ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000800 ********* DEBT: $75,456.43 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of North Versailles: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING HOUSE KNOWN AS 704 RIDGESIDE PLACE, NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 12169, PAGE 536, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 458-N-68.

80 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: DEFENDANT(S) FRANCIS T. GOUKER AKA FRANCIS T. GOUKER, III; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA C/O WESTERN DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA ********************* CASE NO.MG-22-000867 ********* DEBT: $77,779.04 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Carolyn Treglia, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLEFAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 7957 ABER RD, VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 17848, PAGE 553.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 230-H-377.

84 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) South Allegheny School District VS. DEFENDANTS: INTISSAR LLC ********************* CASE NO.GD 23-000997 ********* DEBT: $$12,394.11 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Glassport: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 726 HEMLOCK ALY, GLASSPORT, PA 15045. DEED BOOK 15306, PAGE 98. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 558-F-38.

85 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Elizabeth Forward School District VS. DEFENDANTS: BRIAN M. GRICE ********************* CASE NO.GD 21-013735 ********* DEBT: $21,063.80 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Elizabeth:

Parcel I: Having erected thereon a RES AUX Building (no house) being known and numbered as 524 LINCOLN HALL RD, ELIZABETH, PA 15037. Deed Book Volume 15372, Page 579.

Block and Lot Number 0998-L-001520000-00

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLEFAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBEREDAS201 CLOVER DR, ELIZABETH, PA 15037. DEED BOOK 17218, PAGE 47.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1130-R-275.

Parcel II: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 524 LINCOLN HALL RD, ELIZABETH, PA 15037. Deed Book Volume 15372, Page 579. Block and Lot Number 0998-G00014-0000-00

86 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough VS. DEFENDANTS: ROSEMARIE MAHONE ********************* CASE NO.GD 23-004576 ********* DEBT: $14,985.29 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg:

81 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: ETHAN J SOROCHMAN; STEPHANIE MARIE HARDEN ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000579 ********* DEBT: $212,994.58 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 6332 CRESTVIEW DR, SOUTH PARK, PA 15129. Deed Book Volume 18289, Page 293.

Block and Lot Number 0887-K-000420000-00 82 FEB 24

DEFENDANTS: SUZANNE N. LIS ********************* CASE NO.. MG-23-000497 ********* DEBT: $91,012.78 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jeff Calcagno, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF PORT VUE Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 909 MORTON AVE, MCKEESPORT, PA 15133. Deed Book Volume 13339, Page 41.

Block and Lot Number 0383-F-003190000-00

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLEFAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 704 WHITNEY AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK8406, PAGE 177. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 176-M-202.

87 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough VS. DEFENDANTS: Chris Younger a/k/a Christine Younger ********************* CASE NO.GD 22-002170 ********* DEBT: $35,533.01 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLEFAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2104 CHALFANT STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 18300, PAGE 373. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 297-8-187.

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89 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JOSEPH R. HARDY ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000796 ********* DEBT: $21,268.44 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Michelle Pierro, Esq. (PA ID No. 317454) ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 566-1212 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Stowe Township HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING, KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1151 STOWE AVENUE, MCKEES ROCKS, PS 15136. DEED BOOK VOLUME 9123, PAGE 182, Block / Lot# 73-H-188 90 FEB 24

DEFENDANTS: JOHN S. DEMERI AND LINDA A. DEMERI ********************* CASE NO.MG-22-000798 ********* DEBT: 33,977.40 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Michelle Pierro, Esq. (PA ID No. 317454) ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 566-1212 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2536 OLD ELIZABETH ROAD, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12116, PAGE 475 Block & Lot# 312-S-178.

91 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID A. FEDOCK aka DAVID FEDOCK ********************* CASE NO.MG-23-000255 ********* DEBT: $21,457.45 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Michelle Pierro, Esq. (PA ID No. 317454) ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 566-1212 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harmar HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 835 GUYS RUN ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15238.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 10618, PAGE 613, BLOCK AND LOT# 0441-E-22 92 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: JOSEPH W. YOUNG ********************* CASE NO.GD-23-001777 ********* DEBT: $72,234.56 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stern & Eisenberg, PC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 117 Johnston Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume 5647, Page 481. Block and Lot Number 295-R-390.

93 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: The Unknown Heirs of Irene A. Jones Deceased ********************* CASE NO.GD-23-002405 ********* DEBT: $77,630.60 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Stern & Eisenberg, PC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and the TOWNSHIP OF ELIZABETH: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 506 Oak Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037-1634. Deed Book Volume 4637, PAGE 328. Block and Lot Number 1132-N-35.

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BEING VACANT LAND, KNOWN AS CLIFTON ROAD, BETHEL PARK, PA 15102. DEED BOOK 4326, PAGE 421. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 667-K-106.

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1747 Big Sewickley Creek Road Sewickley, PA 15143. Deed Book Volume 12343, Page 541. Block and Lot 1198-D-00037-0000-00.

96 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: C. SCOTT COMPTON ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000481 ********* DEBT: $85,648.01 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of South Fayette: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 740 Wheatland Cir. Bridgeville, PA 15017. Deed Book Volume 14077, Page 448. Block and Lot 0482-S-00022-0000-00. Alternate ID: 9946X-82667-0000-00.

97 FEB 24 DEFENDANTS: Matthew Fulmer and Karen McLean ********************* CASE NO. MG-23-000733 ********* DEBT: $211,058.00 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: LOGS Legal Group LLP ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 3600 Horizon Drive, Suite 150 King of Prussia, PA 19406 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF PLUM: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 5060 HIALEAH DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15239. DEED INSTRUMENT NUMBER 2006-43314, BLOCK AND LOT 1238-G00029-0000-00.

98 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANTS: The Unknown Heirs of Charles J. Tagg, Deceased & The Unknown Heirs of Laura L. Tagg, Deceased ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-006003 ********* DEBT: $11,611.36 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Monroeville: Being thereon vacant residential land known as 3767 Evergreen Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146. Deed Book Volume 5012, Page 465. Block & Lot No. 742-R-80.

99 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District vs.

DEFENDANTS: Josephine Summers ********************* CASE NO. G.D. 08-016277 ********* DEBT: $5,776.65 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Rankin: Having erected thereon a two story brick town house being known as 207 Rankin Boulevard, Braddock, PA 15104. Deed Book Volume 5187, Page 81. Block & Lot No. 236-E-53.

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100 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANTS: Edward E. Bucko III ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-000977 ********* DEBT: $5,430.17 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of North Versailles:

TOWNSHIP OF WILKINS PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT PROPOSED ORDINANCE NUMBER 1121 The Wilkins Township Board of Commissioners will consider adoption of the following ordinance at a public meeting to be held on the 12th day of February 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 110 Peffer Road, Wilkins Township, Pennsylvania.

The complete text of the Ordinance is on file and may be inspected in the Office of the Township Secretary at the aforesaid Municipal Building during normal business hours.

PUBLIC NOTICE OPENING OF WAITING LISTS Effective Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 11:59 p.m., the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) will be accepting pre-applications online ONLY for the following Project Based Voucher Site Based Community:

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Having erected thereon a one story frame house being known as 1034 Logan Road, North Versailles, PA 15137. Deed Book Volume 16211, Page 328. Block & Lot No. 751-F-163.

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DEFENDANTS: Bassam Khalil ********************* CASE NO. GD 15-002790 ********* DEBT: $4,522.39 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of North Versailles: BEING thereon vacant residential land known as Logan Road, North Versailles, PA 15137. Deed Book Volume 13728, Page 205. Block & Lot No. 751-F-162.

102 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANTS: John A. Mayer, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-007450 ********* DEBT: $3,671.27 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of McKeesportWard 5: Being thereon vacant residential land known as Union Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132. Deed Book Volume 7399, Page 256. Block & Lot No. 307-L-106.

103 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANTS: Garriton Jones, with Notice to Heirs and Assigns ********************* CASE NO. GD 23-007448 ********* DEBT: $5,210.62 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of McKeesportWard 5: Being thereon vacant residential land known as Union Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132. Deed Book Volume 7234, Page 455. Block & Lot No. 307-L-110.

104 FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District vs.

DEFENDANTS: Onasni Property Group, LLC ********************* CASE NO. G.D. 18-000995 ********* DEBT: $4,085.84 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of North Braddock: Having erected thereon a two story brick house being known as 508 Price Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104. Deed Book Volume 12693, Page 380. Block & Lot No. 301-J91.

105FEB 24 PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District vs.

DEFENDANTS: Shelia A. Winstead ********************* CASE NO.G.D. 04-002580 ********* DEBT: $11,683.73 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEYS: Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire ********************* ADDRESS OF ATTORNEYS : 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ********************* ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Rankin: Having erected thereon a two story brick town house being known as 205 Rankin Boulevard, Braddock, PA 15104. Deed Book Volume 6331, Page 938. Block & Lot No. 236-E-52.

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The title and a summary of the ordinance is as follows.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE #1121 TITLE AN ORDINANCE OF WILKINS TOWNSHIP, ALLEGHENY COUNTY, COMMONWEALTHOFPENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 310, SECTIONS 602.3 HEAT SUPPLY AND 602.4 OCCUPIABLE WORK SPACES IN THE BOOK OF CODIFIED ORDINANCE. SUMMARY The Ordinance amends the months that heat is required to be supplied from May to September to September to May. TOWNSHIP OF WILKINS PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT PROPOSED ORDINANCE NUMBER 1122 The Wilkins Township Board of Commissioners will consider adoption of the following ordinance at a public meeting to be held on the 12th day of February 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 110 Peffer Road, Wilkins Township, Pennsylvania.

The complete text of the Ordinance is on file and may be inspected in the Office of the Township Secretary at the aforesaid Municipal Building during normal business hours.

The title and a summary of the ordinance is as follows.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE #1122 TITLE AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WILKINS, ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 1120, APPROPRIATING OUT OF REVENUES AVAILABLE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 SPECIFIC SUMS REQUIRED AS SHOWN

BY THE BUDGET AND FIXING THE REAL ESTATE TAX LEVY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 SUMMARY The Ordinance amends Ordinance Number 1120 which appropriates specific sums required for the 2024 Budget, fixes the real estate tax levy for the 2024 fiscal year and provides for discounts and penalties on taxes paid and unpaid. The Real Estate Tax levy for 2024 is set at 6.174 mills. The total General Fund Budget is set at $7,924,100.

THE URBAN ACADEMY OF GREATER PITTSBURGH is planning to develop the property located at 123 Meadow Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. The project consists of the alterations and improvements to an existing two-story building to create an administration office and community space. Additional information regarding this project can be found at www.urbanacademypgh.org/ construction project.

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Disease Prevention (CDC), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) intends to make an application to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a Water Quality Management Permit for the discharge of industrial wastes in a manner which meet DEP requirements, from a facility located in South Park Township, Allegheny County. This is a new discharge of an intermittent nature, to McElheny Run for the treatment of impacted groundwater and surface water during construction phase remediation at the site located at 626 Cochran Mill Road in Pittsburgh.

This application is made under the provisions of the Clean Streams Law, the Act of June 22, 1937, P.L. 1987, as amended. Persons desiring additional information, or who wish to provide comment concerning this permit application should contact the Company as indicated above, or DEP at the follow address: Regional Water Quality Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA , 15222 (412)442-4000 January 24, 2024.

PROFESSIONAL Historic preservation and Economic development organization is requesting qualifications from: General Contractor - to manage and oversee fabrication and installation of historic baseball plaques for Three Rivers Stadium Memorial.

Qualifications should include experience with Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage requirements, working in a team environment, personnel available for this assignment, and the method and rates of compensation.

RFQ is due February 29, 2023 and should be mailed to: Young Preservationists Association, 700 River Avenue, Suite 318, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

• Gladstone Residences (1 and 2 bedroom units only) – 327 Hazelwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Not all households will be eligible for a 1 or 2 bedroom unit, as the age, gender, relationships and number of household members affects the number of bedrooms for which a household is eligible.

Income and eligibility restrictions of the Housing Choice Voucher Program apply.

Pre-applications for Gladstone Residences will be accepted online ONLY at www.hacp.org and can be submitted from any computer, laptop or smartphone with internet access. No pre-applications will be accepted before 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024, or after 11:59 p.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Printed pre-applications will not be available at any of the HACP properties or offices.

Effective Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 8:00 a.m., the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) will be accepting pre-applications online ONLY for the following Project Based Voucher Site Based Community: • Cedarwood Homes (1 bedroom units only) – 1862 Broadhead Fording Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 The units for Cedarwood Homes require the head of household or spouse to be at least 62 years of age.

Not all households will be eligible for a 1bedroom unit, as the age, relationships and number of household members affects the number of bedrooms for which a household is eligible. Income and eligibility restrictions of the Housing Choice Voucher Program apply.

Pre-applications for Cedarwood Homes will be accepted online ONLY at www.hacp.org and can be submitted from any computer, laptop or smartphone with internet access. No pre-applications will be accepted before 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Printed preapplications will not be available at any of the HACP properties or offices.

Position on the waiting list/s will be determined based upon date and time the completed pre-application/s is/are accepted by the on-line system.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations to submit a pre-application can contact the HACP’s Disability Compliance Office at 412-456-5282.

Additional information is available by contacting the HACP Occupancy Department at 412-456-5030 or by visiting our website at www.hacp.org.

This event is for Project Based Vouchers for Gladstone Residences and Cedarwood Homes ONLY and is completely separate from the HACP Housing Choice Voucher and Low Income Public Housing Programs.

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NOTICE is hereby given that Articles of Incorporation have been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the purpose of engaging in any lawful act concerning any or all lawful business for which corporations may be incorporated under the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988 as amended.

The name of the corporation is: Azention Enterprise Inc. Articles of Incorporation have been filed on: January 19, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS Meetings

NOTICE On February 15, 2024, at 6 p.m., in Council Chambers, 537 Bayne Ave., Bellevue, PA, Bellevue Borough’s Zoning Hearing Board shall hold a reorganization meeting, and a Public Hearing re: Application of Bolea, seeking Special Exception approval, per Tri-Borough Zoning Ord. §2000-405 & Ord. No. 18-05, to use the property at 166 ½ N. Sprague Ave. as a Short-term Rental unit.

The Application may be viewed during normal business hours at the Borough Offices.

Thomas P. McDermott, Solicitor Bellevue Borough ZHB PUBLIC NOTICE This notice will serve as an official announcement of the MEETING of the Board of Trustees of the OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS TRUST FUND BOARD to be held at 200 City-County Building, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 and November 13,2024 2 p.m.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Baldwin Township, 10 Community Park Dr., Pittsburgh, PA, 15243, requests proposals for professional legal services for both its police officer defined benefit pension plan and its non-uniformed employees defined contribution pension plan, due by February 23, 2024, at 4 p.m. Proposal Opening: February 26, 2024, at 7 PM. Email charla.pfeil@baldwintownship.com to obtain the complete RFP with Act 44 Disclosure forms.

Thomas P. McDermott, Solicitor REQUEST FOR BIDS AUTO INSURANCE The Westmoreland County Housing Authority (WCHA) is requesting bids for auto insurance for its fleet of vehicles.

Sealed bids will be received by Michael L. Washowich, Executive Director, until Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. (Eastern Standard Time) at the office of the Westmoreland County Housing Authority, 167 South Greengate Road, Greensburg, PA 15601, at which time they will be opened publicly.

Interested respondents can obtain hard copy bid documents from the WCHA administration office at the address listed above. Electronic bid documents can be obtained by emailing Mark Swetz at marks@wchaonline.com.

Perspective bidders shall register with WCHA via email in accordance with the bid requirements.

This meeting is open to the public to attend.

Robin Thompson Financial Analyst, Finance Department City of Pittsburgh Department of Finance 412-255-8956 PUBLIC NOTICE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SANITARY AUTHORITY The Professional Services Committee of the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority will hold a special meeting for general purposes on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. prevailing time, in the Trefz Board Room at its offices located at 3300 Preble Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15233. Official action on the Committee’s recommendations will take place at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors at a later date.

The public may view the meeting via livestream by visiting www.alcosan.org.

ALLEGHENY REGIONAL ASSET DISTRICT 2024 RAD Board Meetings will be held at 3PM 2/21, 5/22, 9/25, 11/20.

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PORT AUTHORITY OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY D.B.A. PRT Electronic Proposals will be received online at PRT’s Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.portauthority.org).

Proposals/bid submittals will be due 11:00 AM on February 6, 2024 and will be read at 11:15 AM., the same day, through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing, for the following: Electronic Proposal - Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.portauthority.org)

Estate of DWAYNE TILLMAN, Tailja Tillman, Adm’x, appointed October 23, 2023, Case No. 022307269, 11505 Joan Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Peter B. Lewis, , Counsel, Neighborhood Legal Services, 928 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Estate of CUNNINGHAM RICHARD L AKA CUNNINGHAM RICHARD LEE, Deceased of Pittsburgh, Estate No. 00108 of 2024, Exec, Ryan Steele Cunningham, 2417 Orlando Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 or to Michael J. Saldamarco, Esq., Ste. 100, 908 Perry Hwy., Pittsburgh, PA 15229 Estate of MAFALDA ASSUNTA FOLINO,deceased of ­ Monroeville, Pa, Estate No. 022400126, Luisa M. Folino, Executor or to Quinntarra Morant, Esq., PO Box 10946 Pittsburgh, PA 15236 Orphan’s Court Division, Case No. 020902970, Petition for Determination of Title filed December 18, 2023 by Eather Lynn Johnson to terminate the interest Gladys Odessa Grace in 2411 Glen Mawr Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15204. Peter B. Lewis, Attorney, 928 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, (412) 586-6153.

Orphan’s Court Division, Case No. 022400083, Petition for Determination of Title filed January 4, 2024 by Heather Henderson to terminate the interest Juanita T. Henderson in 538 Stokes Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104.

Peter B. Lewis, Attorney, 928 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, (412) 586-6153.

Orphan’s Court Division, Case No. 022400079, Petition for Determination of Title filed January 4, 2024 by Mark Lacey to terminate the interest Anne H. Lacey in 2404 Milford Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Peter B. Lewis, Attorney, 928 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, (412) 586-6153

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Petition for determination of Title to 14 Augustine St., Pittsburgh, PA 15207 (55-A-146) Estate of Pelma E. Knifese, deceased. Case No. 02-23-07728, filed by Donna M. Connors. If no exceptions to Petition are filled within 30 days of date of this Notice, Donna M. Connors will seek Order adjudging that title be in her.

Daniel L Haller, Esq., Neighborhood Legal Service, 928 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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To join the bid opening through Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 277 624 431 891 Passcode: BtVjit Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 366 405 266# No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on each of the above items at 10:00 AM on January 18, 2024 through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing.

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 233 628 619 085 Passcode: wWzBS3 Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 229 247 711# Attendance at this meeting is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged.

Questions regarding any of the above bids will not be entertained by the PRT within five (5) business days of the scheduled bid opening.

These contracts may be subject to a financial assistance contract between Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT and the United States Department of Transportation. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.

Contractor is responsible for expenses related to acquiring a performance bond and insurance where applicable. All items are to be FOB delivered unless otherwise specified. Costs for delivery, bond, and insurance shall be included in bidder’s proposal pricing.

Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The Board of PRT reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) FOR MOVING SERVICES AUTHORITY WIDE IFB# 450-02-24 The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby requests bids from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s):

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) FOR GEOTHERMAL SUPPORT AUTHORITY WIDE IFB# 300-03-24 The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby requests bids from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s):

COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY PITTSBURGH, PA JANUARY 24, 2024 The Office of the Director of the Department of Public Works for Allegheny County in Conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, is soliciting Statements of Interest through PennDOTs electronic contract management system (ECMS) for the following:

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ACHA-1708, APPLIANCE SUPPLY PROGRAM Allegheny County Housing Authority (ACHA) is seeking Bids from qualified vendors to retain a contractor to furnish appliance to ACHA properties, on an as-needed basis, per specifications in the IFB. ACHA is now conducting all competitive solicitation on an internet -based eProcurement Housing Marketplace. ACHA is paying for all costs for the use of the Marketplace so, there will be no additional charges for your company to use the Marketplace to download documents or submit responses to ACHA.

ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Construction Management and Inspection Services For Campbells Run Road Reconstruction County Project No. 6072-0401 ECMS No. 27219 Local Agreement Number: L00777

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The documents will be available no later than January 22, 2024 and signed, sealed bids will be accepted until 11:00 a.m. on February 13, 2024. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will only be accepting physical bids dropped off in person from 8:00 a.m. until the closing time of 11:00 a.m. on February 13, 2024, in the lobby of 412 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Bids may be uploaded to the Authority’s online submission site, the link is accessible via the HACP website and within the IFB. Sealed bids may still be mailed via USPS at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested in responding may download a copy of the Solicitation from the Business Opportunities page of www.hacp.org.

Questions or inquiries should be directed to: Mr. Kim Detrick Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 412 Boulevard of the Allies 6th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-643-2832

The documents will be available no later than January 22, 2024 and signed, sealed bids will be accepted until 9:00 a.m. on February 15, 2024. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will only be accepting physical bids dropped off in person from 8:00 a.m. until the closing time of 9:00 a.m. on February 15, 2024, in the lobby of 412 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Bids may be uploaded to the Authority’s online submission site; the link is accessible via the HACP website and within the IFB. Sealed bids may still be mailed via USPS at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested in responding may download a copy of the Solicitation from the Business Opportunities page of www.hacp.org.

Questions or inquiries should be directed to: Mr. Kim Detrick Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 412 Boulevard of the Allies 6th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-643-2832

A pre-submission meeting will be held via Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.

Please see meeting information below:

A pre-submission meeting will be held via Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Please see meeting information below:

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 858 5201 2435 Passcode: 545146 +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C)

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 859 8591 5985 Passcode: 049022 +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C)

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages certified minority business enterprises and women business enterprises to respond to this solicitation.

HACP has revised their website.

As part of those revisions, vendors must now register and log-in, to view and download IFB/RFPs documentation.

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages certified minority business enterprises and women business enterprises to respond to this solicitation.

HACP has revised their website.

As part of those revisions, vendors must now register and log-in, to view and download IFB/RFPs documentation.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh

HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT PUBLICATION DATE: JANUARY 26, 2024 1. The Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh (“Authority”) shall accept sealed bids for the performance of the work described below (the “Work”) at its office at 232 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222, until 10:00 a.m. local time on Friday, February 23, 2024.

2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The Project entails the Repairs and Preventative Maintenance of the Mellon Square Parking Garage.

3. The Instructions to Bidders, including the Form of Bid, Form of Agreement, General Conditions, Plans and Specifications, and meeting information will be made available after 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday, January 26, 2024, via email request to the Authority’s Project Management Department at projectmanagement@pittsburghparking.com.

4. A Mandatory pre-bid conference will be held in person at the Authority’s office at 232 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222, at 10:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The purpose of the pre-bid conference is to provide additional detail regarding the Work.

The information provided at the pre-bid conference will be essential in preparing a bid to perform the Work. Persons or entities that intend to submit bids to perform the Work are required to attend the pre-bid conference with at least one representative who will understand the information presented at the pre-bid conference in a manner that allows such information to be incorporated in the preparation of the bid to perform the Work. It is expected that the representative who attends the pre-bid conference will be experienced in construction matters and employed by the bidder in a supervisory capacity. In person Pre-bid attendance is mandatory, and each attendee must sign in via online form.

5. Sealed bids must be dropped off to the Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh at 232 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, no later than 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 23, 2024. Bids received prior to the deadline will be publicly opened and read at that time.

6. Each bid submitted must be accompanied by a bid guaranty of ten percent (10%) of the proposed bid in the form of a bid bond, certified cashier’s or treasurer’s check payable to the Authority.

7. The Authority reserves the right to in its sole discretion, (i) change, at any time prior to the bid deadline at 10:00 a.m. local time on Friday, February 23, 2024 the Contract Documents; (ii) waive any defect, irregularities, or informality in any or all submitted bids; and (iii) reject any or all submitted bids.

David G. Onorato Executive Director

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AGENCY CONTACT PERSON: Guy Phillips, Purchasing Manager Telephone: (412) 402-2435, E-mail: gphillips@achsng.com.

H O W TO O B TA I N T H E I F B DOCUMENTS ON THE EPROCUREMENT MARKETPLACE: 1. Access ha.internationaleprocurement. com (no “www”).

2. Click on the “Login” button in the upper left side.

3. Follow the listed directions.

4. If you have any problems in accessing or registering on the eProcurement Marketplace, please call customer support at (866)526-9266.

PRE-BID CONFERENCE: THERE WILL NOT BE A PRE-BID CONFERENCE SCHEDULED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS IFB If you have any questions regarding this IFB or any of the documents, use the “Question and Answer area in the eProcurement Housing Marketplace Website.

QUESTION SUBMITTAL DEADLINE Friday, February 16, 2024, 12:00 PM ET HOW TO FULLY RESPOND TO THIS IFB BY SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL: 1. As directed within Section 3.2.1 of the IFB document, submit proposed pricing, where provided for, within the eProcurement Marketplace.

2. As instructed within Section 3.0 of the IFB document, submit One (1) Original copy of your “hard copy” Bid to the Agency Administrative Office.

BID SUBMITTAL RETURN & DEADLINE *Friday, February 23, 2024, 10:00 AM ET 301 Chartiers Ave, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 (The proposed costs must be entered within the aforementioned eProcurement Marketplace and the “hard copy” documentation must be received in-hand and time-stamped by the Agency by no later than 10:00 AM ET on this date). The Public Bid Opening will be at 10:30 AM at the address mentioned above.

The Authority encourages responses from §3 business concerns, small firms, minority firms and firms that have not previously performed work for the ACHA. The Allegheny County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any and all submissions.

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This is a federal-aid project with PennDOT oversight. Statements of Interest are due no later than February 23, 2024 and are to be submitted through PennDOTs ECMS System, https://www.ecms.penndot.pa.gov.

The ECMS Agreement number is L00777.

A copy of the published advertisement will also be located on the County Website: https://www.alleghenycounty. us/projects-and-initiatives/ bids-and-solicitations/publicworks-bids-and-proposals. Any inquiries regarding this Advertisement are to be directed to Mr. Jason Molinero, P.E., Deputy Director, at 412-350-5469 or Jason.Molinero@AlleghenyCounty.us.

The County will use the normal selection process and preselect or short-list at least three firms for consideration for this Project assignment on the following evaluation criteria: Work Experience on County Oversight Projects, Use and Experience of Subconsultants, Review of Construction Manager’s Resume, Review of Inspectors’ Resumes, How Did the Team Perform on Past Projects, and Inclusion of a Sustainability Profile in Accordance with County Ordinance 04-23-OR. Allegheny County’s Department of Equity and Inclusion contract goals for this Projects are 13% MBE participation and 2% WBE participation. These goals remain in effect throughout the life of each contract.

Stephen G. Shanley, PE, Director Department of Public Works of Allegheny County COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY PITTSBURGH, PA JANUARY 24, 2024 The Office of the Director of the Department of Public Works for Allegheny County in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, is soliciting Statements of Interest through PennDOT’s electronic contract management system (ECMS) for the following: ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Design Services For Universal Road Bridge No. 1 over Union Railroad (BI01) County Project No. BI01-0312 ECMS No. 119371 Local Agreement Number: L00801 This is a federal-aid project with PennDOT oversight. Statements of Interest are due no later than February 23, 2024, and are to be submitted through PennDOT’s ECMS website, https://www.ecms.penndot.pa.gov.

The ECMS Agreement number is L00801.

A copy of the published advertisement will also be located on the Allegheny County website: https://www.alleghenycounty .us/projects-and-initiatives/ bids-and-solicitations/publicworks-bids-and-proposals. Any inquiries regarding this advertisement are to be directed to Mr. Mike Burdelsky, P.E., Assistant Deputy Director, 412.350.5914 or mburdelsky@alleghenycounty.us.

The County will use its normal selection process and preselect or short-list at least three firms for consideration for this project assignment on the following evaluation criteria: Work Experience on PennDOT and Allegheny County Projects, Project Delivery Related to Meeting Design Schedules, Use and Experience of Subconsultants, Minimization of Future Maintenance, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, and Inclusion of a Sustainability Profile in Accordance with County Ordinance 04-23OR. Allegheny County’s Department of Equity and Inclusion contract goals are 13% MBE participation and 2% WBE participation. These goals remain in effect throughout the life of each contract.

Stephen G. Shanley, P.E., Director Department of Public Works of Allegheny County

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS BRENTWOOD BOROUGH OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Sealed Proposals will be received by the Brentwood Borough, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania for: 2024 Road Paving Program 18-439-619.

Project Description: Project consists of: The project requires the preparation and resurfacing of approximately 12,200 S.Y. of various existing roads throughout the Borough. The base bid includes approximately 12,200 S.Y. of roto-milling and profiling; Keyways approximately 380 L.F., base repairs, if necessary, approximately 200 S.Y., placing approximately 1,300 tons of 19mm Superpave Binder, placing approximately 12,000 S.Y. of 9.5mm Superpave Fine Graded 0 to 0.3 million ESAL’s Wearing Surface; traffic control; lawn restoration; and other items incidental to the project. Mobilization, Bonding, and Insurances shall be considered incidental to the work performed under the scope of the Contract and shall not be considered additional pay items to the Contractor.

All Proposals must be submitted electronically on Pennbid.com before 10:00 A.M., prevailing time on Friday, March 08, 2024.

Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds, along with Public Liability and Property Damage Certificates of Insurance in the amounts specified, as well as Certificates of Workman’s Compensation must be filed with the executed Agreement.

Pennsylvania Prevailing Wages are required to be paid on this project.

All bidders must be PennDOT pre-qualified as a prime contractor and meet the work classification codes of E, F, and F1. All bids submitted must have the contractor’s valid pre-qualification certification attached to the outside of the bid or it will be rejected.

Proposals to receive consideration must be accompanied with a Bidder’s Bond from a Surety Company authorized to do business in Pennsylvania, made to the order of the Brentwood Borough in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the Proposal as a guarantee that, if the Proposal is accepted, the successful Bidder will enter into an Agreement within 15 days after Notice of the Award of the Contract.

The Proposals must be made to the Brentwood Borough, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, and shall remain firm for a period of sixty (60) days. No Bidder may withdraw his Proposal during the sixty (60) day period without forfeiting his Bid guarantee.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals, or any part thereof, for any reason, and also reserves the right to waive any informality therein.

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SMS group Inc. seeks a Full Stack Application Developer (Multiple Openings) to work in Pittsburgh, PA, responsible for developing, designing, and supporting data science solutions and theories.

Apply at: sms-group.us/careers.

POLICE OFFICER Qualified persons are invited to apply to the Borough of Munhall Civil Service Commission to take competitive examinations leading to eligibility for appointment as Full-Time Patrol Officer in the Borough of Munhall Police Department.

An application can be obtained beginning February 1, 2024 at the Borough Building, first floor, 1 Raymond Bodnar Way, Munhall, PA 15120 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Completed applications must be returned by 3:30 pm, on Friday, February 16, 2024 along with a $50.00 non-refundable application fee payable to the Borough of Munhall. No applications will be accepted after this date REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, be a minimum of 21 years of age, must have successfully completed or in the process of completing Pennsylvania Act 120 Certification, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Driver’s license, and be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer as determined by the physical and psychological testing. Successful applicants must meet all other Civil Service requirements.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Starting salary for 2024 is $60,286 (2024 top Patrolmen base salary is $89,586) with an excellent fringe benefit package including 2 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service maxing out at 5 weeks’ vacation, 12 sick days per year, 2 personal days after 1 year maxing out at 4 days, comprehensive Health Care package, Uniform allowance of $900.00 a year, longevity and holiday pay, DROP pension, and minimum staffing of 2 Officers per shift.

TESTING DATE AND TIME: Candidates will be notified of the testing time and date at least 2 weeks prior to the examinations.

TEACHING POSITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT Falk School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is seeking full-time teachers for the following positions for the next academic year, beginning in the fall of 2024.

K-8 Art Teachers K-8 School Librarian K-8 Spanish Teacher For full detailed position announcements and consideration for any of these positions, please go to https://www.join.pitt.edu under faculty positions and upload your materials. Review of applications will continue through March 1, 2024, or until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity.

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MT. LEBANON, PA POLICE OFFICER TESTING MT. LEBANON POLICE DEPARTMENT will be conducting a physical agility and written exam for POLICE OFFICER on Saturday, March 23, 2024.

Starting salary of $75,894 annually ($59,670 for police academy cadet).

Must be a U.S. citizen; 21 years of age at hire; bachelor’s degree from accredited college/university at hire; pass physical, written, oral exams plus a comprehensive background investigation. Full test requirements, description and application may be obtained at https://mtlebanon.org/departments/ human-resources/. Deadline ending no later than 4:00 pm, March 8, 2024. Mt. Lebanon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment based on competence, merit, performance, and business needs. We are committed to valuing the diversity of all individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for the needs of otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office at 412-343-3625 or jaquino@mtlebanon.org.

REGIONAL MARKETING DIRECTOR Duolingo, Inc. seeks a Regional Marketing Director (Pittsburgh, PA) to leverage market & data insights to dvlp a marketing & grwth plan driving long-term grwth & brand equity. Requires Master’s dgr (or frgn equiv) in Bus Admin or rltd fld & 3 yrs of exp. in managing brand budgets. Exp must involve: key mrktng metrics; leveraging local mrkt & data insights to dvlp mrktng & grwth business plans for diverse brands; creating & executing grwth mrktng plans; & dvlping brand equity. Lcl telecmmtng prmtd up to 2 dys/wk. Email resumes to jobs@duolingo.com, ref code 919.

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SECRETARY III (LEGAL) Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Secretary III to perform secretarial/clerical duties for the Legal and Consulting Services Department of the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). The person holding this position will be required to report in-person full time (Monday – Friday.

Essential Functions: • Types, files, proofreads, edits, copies, and distributes correspondence and other documents.

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• Assembles various pleadings and submissions for filing with state and federal courts and administrative agencies and handles filing, including electronic filings, as requested by Department attorneys or as assigned or directed by management.

• Obtains and completes medical record authorizations as requested

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Job requirements include: • High School Diploma or GED, including completion of secretarial courses.

• Minimum of two (2) years legal secretarial experience working for a state or federal court office, governmental law department, or private practice law firm.

• Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm.

• Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

• Good organizational skills.

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• Ability to transcribe from recorded cassettes/take dictation/prepare meeting minutes, as may be needed from time to time.

Preferred attributes: • Completion of legal secretarial school program.

• Demonstrated ability in the use of Microsoft Teams and Outlook, as well as Adobe.

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