Trib: Reaction mixed to Mt. Lebanon revitalization

A new pavilion, some new concrete and banners urging people to "shop local" in Mt. Lebanon have some residents feeling a swell of pride in their little business district, while others are wondering if the face-lift was truly needed for the bustling Uptown area.

Last week, the municipality cut the ribbon on the $727,000 revitalization project during the last of the "First Fridays" celebrations, marking the official completion of the effort that included electrical work, lighting, plumbing, banners, signs and a new covered pavilion in the Clearview Common parklet along Washington Road.

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Trib: Mt. Lebanon introduces 'star' in business district

For years, Mt. Lebanon's Uptown business district has been a paradox: a slice of downtown in a suburban setting; a walkable community that didn't take off until the Liberty Tunnels and automobiles opened up the South Hills to widespread settlement.

Last night, officials cut the ribbon on a $737,000 revitalization project along Washington Road, designed to add a touch of parkland and performance space to the businesses, offices and residences Uptown.

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• www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/pittsburgh/s_702384.html (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)

Mt. Lebanon Delays Awarding Pavilion Construction Bids

Mt. Lebanon commissioners last night tabled the awarding of construction bids for additions to a parklet in the Washington Road business district.

It was noted early in the meeting that the small park, that features a fountain and seating as a greenspace away from the backdrop of traffic and concrete buildings, originally was budgeted around $400,000.

Mt. Lebanon's official Web site lists the original cost at $500,000.

Link: www.postgazette.com/pg/09258/998148-100.stm