YOUNGWOOD COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

Issue #20 “Happy Thanksgiving” November 1, 2011

YOUR GOVERNMENT AT WORK

A PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD AT 6:30 P.M. PRIOR TO THE AGENDA MEETING ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2011 TO DISCUSS FRONT STREET REFUGE COLLECTION.

Council Meeting highlights on Monday, October 3, 2011

PUBLIC HEARINGS – STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

Engineer Bove reported the Borough has a small project to repair a storm line in the alley near Chestnut/3rd Streets. Discussion was held regarding the use of a 36” pipe and re-routing the line at an estimated cost of $35,000.00. Discussion was held on damage to the property where there is a tree root blocking the pipe causing the problem.

Norm Melser of 121 Reed Way was present to thank Council and the Public Works Department for asphalting Reed Way.

FINANCE/COLLECTIONS – MR. LONG

Budget Meetings Announced the Finance Committee will meet on October 11th at 7:00 P.M. The budget meeting will be held on October 19th at 7:00 P.M.

Local Share Tax Voted to appoint Berkheimer Tax Administrator as collector for the Borough’s Local Service Tax effective January 1, 2012 at a rate of 1.65 percent.

Parklet Sign Announced the old parklet sign is available for use in another location in the Borough.

RECREATION – MR. CRAGO

Community Center Reported he has been in contact with three firms regarding the cost of a feasibility study for the Community Center.

SAFETY/STORMWATER MANAGEMENT – MR. MOORE

Front Street Refuse Pick-up Reported Council is considering front street garbage pick-up. Council is looking for public input on the matter.

2012 Dog Catcher Contract Voted to renew the contract with Hoffman Boarding Kennels for period January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012 in the amount of $85.00/month.

Handicap Parking Renewal Voted to renew the handicap parking request for 104 S. 3rd St.

PUBLIC RELATIONS – MRS. KLINGENSMITH

Library Board Announced that it’s the end of her 3 year term on the board and the council will need to appointed someone to the Greensburg/Hempfield Library Board beginning 2012.

ADMINISTRATION/PERSONNEL – VICE-PRESIDENT W. GENARD

2012 CDBG Project Voted to ratify the submission of Silvis Farm Road for the 2012 CDBG Project. The Borough will commit $50,000.00 towards construction costs and will perform in house berming and restoration and will commit $5,000.00 contingency.

Cemetery Board Announced there is an opening on the Cemetery Board. Anyone interested should contact the Borough Office.

ADJOURNMENT Council Meeting, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m./ Dec. Agenda Meeting, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m.

MONTHLY PUBLICATIONS are available at Youngwood Boro Office, pharmacies, Banks, Post Office, churches, Library, Sunoco, Adam’s & Hepler’s Hardwares, and several local businesses. You may access the newsletter at www.youongwood.org click on the link Youngwood Community Newsletter.

For December 1, 2011, please send all information to be published by November 20, 2011

Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor

724-925-2480 PKling5504@aol.com.

Kris Long, Co-editor

724-433-3121 long.kris@comcast.net

'One Nation, Under God.'

From the Editor’s Desk

November 8, 2011 is election day, be sure to cast your vote. In America we have the privilege of doing so. We have earned it through battles fought, sacrifices made, and continued vigilance of our communities and all who dwell in them. We are all one people creating one nation. MAK

Happy Thanksgiving from the mayor, council, and employees.

George Washington's prayer for America .... Have you ever read it? Well, now is your unique opportunity, so read on!

' Almighty God; We make our earnest prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in Thy holy protection; that Thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to government; and entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another and for their fellow citizens of the United States at large. And finally that Thou wilt most graciously be pleased to dispose us all to do justice, to love mercy, and to demean ourselves with that charity, humility, and pacific temper of mind which were the characteristics of the Divine Author of our blessed religion, and without a humble imitation of whose example in these things we can never hope to be a happy nation. Grant our supplication, we beseech Thee, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.'

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept www.youngwoodfire.com

SUNDAY EVENING DANCING to music provided by a D.J. from 6 to 10 p.m. on November 13.

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play music from the Big Band Era, 7:30-10:30 p.m. There will be no dance on November 23 (Thanksgiving Eve)

Coming up, SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE will be on December 3 with the Dallas Marks Band performing

Our First CASH BASH held on Saturday, Oct. 22nd was a big success, we thank all who attended and supported this event. 2012 MUSTANG GT was given away on Sat. Oct. 29. This is the last of the car fund raisers until next year. Thanks to all who purchased tickets and supported this event. See you next year. Youngwood Volunteer Hose Co. #1 has answered 396 calls through October 22, 2011 We are always looking for new members that are interested in learning fire fighting skills and helping with the many Fire Dept. functions. Contact any current member if interested. The Annual Fund Drive letters have been mailed out. Please send in your donations as soon as possible and you can claim the amount as a charitable donation on your 2011 taxes.

THE RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held on Monday, November 28th from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Please continue to support our annual fund drive now going on.

Animal Friends

The shelter located at Depot & S. 3rd Street will be open on Light-up Night, November 12th..

(YABA) Youngwood Area Business Association

The 5th Annual Light Up Night will be held Saturday, November 12th, starting at 6:30pm - 8:30pm on Depot Streets between 4th and 3rd - Santa will be making a special trip to Youngwood for the occasion! If you are interested in participating - call Ed Christofano (724) 925-8077. Bring the whole family for this fun event.

(YARD) Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development

There are still a few Community Cookbooks left and are available at Bayer’s, Hepler’s, and Youngwood Borough Office. Check out the new two-sided event sign installed in the parklet at 4th and Depot Streets. Community events will be posted monthly and once the electric is connected it will be a well lighted corner of Youngwood.

Hempfield Garden Club

The November meeting will be held on Thursday, November 3, at Christ United Methodist Church in Youngwood beginning at 11 AM. In addition to the business meeting and lunch, members will be making decorations for the Christmas Tree at the Borough Building that we decorate each year. If you are interested in coming to this or any future meeting as our guest, or for more information about the Garden Club, please call 724-635-0339. GARDEN TIP: November is a perfect time to finish clearing vegetable and flower beds of the past year's growth. Also, weeding at this time will save time in the Spring when we are ready to put in our new plants. Hurry and apply fall fertilizer to your lawn if you haven't already.

Youngwood Area Library

Join us for our 3rd Annual "WINTER WONDERLAND" at the Youngwood Area Library. Get into the holiday spirit with a stroll through candy cane lane. Tuesday, December 13 from 5:00 p.m. -7:30 p.m. *Free* Fun for all ages!!! (Bring a camera if you wish)

If you are a member of the library you may download EBooks and downloadable audios at all the public libraries in our county for free. The library Ebooks will work on all major Ereader devices.

The Library is having another Bob Evans Fundraiser on Sunday Nov. 6, 2011 at the Bob Evans Restaurant in New Stanton. Please get a flier at the Library. The Library receives 15% of your total bill. If you do not have a flier ask the cashier before you check out and they will give you one. At the last fundraiser we received $ 135.00. Thanks for your Support!!!

Youngwood Lions Club

The Lions Club is currently selling and taking orders for the Koeze Nuts. If you are interested in ordering or looking at a brochure call Marilynn Brown 724-925-9585 or David Long 724-925-9311. They make great Christmas gifts!

The Youngwood Lions Club celebrated their 71st Charter Night at the Lakeview Restaurant on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011. Opening and Welcome was given by Lion President Edward Christofano with introduction of Special Guests District Governor Mary Ellen Neff-Miller and Lion Duane Miller.

The Lions Club has many activities and special fundraiser events including: Angel Flight, Beacon Lodge Camp. Blackburn Center, Broom sales, Calendar Sales, Campaign Sight First II, Candy, Nut & Mint Sales, Care-A-Van Health Screening, Christmas Baskets for the Needy, Collects Eyeglasses & Hearing Aids, Eyeglasses & Exams for the Needy, Greensburg/Hempfield AFS, Humane Society, Popcorn Sales, Red Ribbons for Drug Awareness, Sights on Jazz, Stanwood Student Achievement Awards, White Cane Days, Westmoreland Blind Assoc., WCCC Scholarship Program, Youngwood Area Community Picnic, Park & Pool and Youngwood Library, Youth Talent Show & Seminar.

CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS

First Trinity United Church of Christ-724-925-7043 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Plan to attend our famous annual “SOUPER’’ luncheon on Friday, November 4 from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Six varieties of soups, sandwiches, desserts and beverage will be served. Cost is $6.50 per person. Bring your family and friends to this community event. Watch our sign for news and details. Our November Mission Collection will support the Youngwood Food Bank. In September and October food and monetary donations were delivered to Mount Pleasant Meals-on-Wheels which services the Youngwood area. Watch our sign for events and news.

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church-724-925-3321 Walnut & N. Fourth Streets

November 13 at 2 p.m. will be the afternoon liturgy in our additional worship site, in our church hall, which is handicap accessible. All are welcome to come and praise the Lord.

The Youngwood Minesterium will hold the COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20th at 7:30 p.m. Donations collected will benefit the Youngwood Food Bank. All are invited to attend.

Holy Cross Church-724-925-7811 117 Depot Street

Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 24th will be at 9:00 a.m. Non-perishable items will be collected for the Youngwood Food Bank.

New Beginning Evangelical Church-724-755-0105

Nov.1 Free Basketball Clinic for Kindergarten through 8th grade on Tuesday nights from 6-8pm @ Youngwood Community Center Gym. Call 724-755-0105 to pre-register, limit 50 children. Bring a drink, a snack will be provided. Nov. 19 Community Men’s Prayer Breakfast 8 a.m.

Tuesday Nov. 29 and Dec. 27 / New Manna Ministry: Free Hot Delicious Meal available to all in our Hub downstairs. Door opens at 5:00pm and closes at 7:00pm at New Beginning Evangelical Church.

The Community Choralers - Made up of singers from the local area, the group will perform at retirement/assisted living centers, the State Correctional Institution, various churches with final concert on Sunday, December 18, 7:30 PM, at Christ United Methodist Church with a fellowship hour to follow. For more information , please contact director Pat Miller through the church, 724-925-288

THE THORNE GROUP

Have you heard? We have GREAT NEWS! Locally owned and operated - The Thorne Group has been named Top 100 Home Health Care Agencies in the Nation*. And in The Top 6 in Pennsylvania. Get to know us before you need us. Feel free to stop by our office at any time for information on our services. We provide Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy and Home Health Aide services. Located at 302 N. 5th Street (behind the Laundromat) 1-800-669-8040.