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The A.C. Health Dept. is sponsoring a program that offers free pickup and recycling of refrigerant-containing appliances which are no longer in use. This is available to County residents only and includes refrigerators, freezer, air conditions, dehumidifiers, water coolers and other household appliances that contain refrigerant. No commercial appliances will be accepted. To arrange for this "limited time offer" please call Appliance Warehouse at 1-888-463-7366.

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Free Prescription Discount Cards

Spina Bifida Summer Festival

Commuteinfo.org

Library Updates

Planning Commission Meeting

Agenda

Borough 2010 Budget

Storytelling Night

Commuteinfo.org - ride with us - a unique concept sponsored by SPC of Pennsylvania for transit problems, vanpool, carpool, bicycling, park-n-ride, emergency ride home. For information call 1-888-819-6110 or go online to commuteinfo.org

Planning Commission Meeting:

The next scheduled Planning Commission meeting is set for August 2, 2010 (7:00 p.m.) at the Bradford Woods meeting room located at 4908 Wexford Run Road.

Rainwater Management - any resident seeking additional information on rain water retention and the need of a product for this purpose, please see the "links" web page and click on BRAE Rainwater Management.

Bradford Woods Borough Council Meeting:

The next Borough Council meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. The agenda will be published on this page one week prior to the meeting.

BOROUGH OF BRADFORD WOODS

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA

Borough 2010 Budget

Revenues
Real Estate Tax	208,118
Deed Transfer Tax	18,000
Earned Income Tax	237,513
Regional Asset Funds	14,083
Fines/Permits/Inspections	8,900
Interest Earnings	800
State Allocations	19,643
Liquid Fuels Allocation	33,066
Intergovernmental Transfer	3,557
Miscellaneous	600
TOTAL	545,280
Expenditures
Administration	100,339
Library	24,865
Building, Phone/Fax	16,764
Public Safety	193,300
Roads	149,518
Insurance	29,028
Park/Recreation	10,000
Planning/P.R.	3,000
Other Expenses	8,636
Commissions	9,830
TOTAL	545,280

Library Updates

Library - General Number - 412-366-8100 or 1-800-292-2798

Library website - www.northlandlibrary.org

Library adult services department - 412-366-8100, ext. 113.

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Three Rivers Storytelling Festival - The tenth annual Three Rivers Storytelling Festival will be held on August 6 and 7 on the grounds of Northland Public Library. For a complete schedule of events please visit the Storytelling Festival website at www.3rstf.org.

Hot Dog Day is Here - They say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but Northland Public Library's Hot Dog Day on August 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. comes pretty close. There will be hot dogs for just 50 cents, as well as other snacks and beverages. The Book Nook will also have a special table with many discount items available. Joint in on the library grounds for this annual highlight of the summer.

Foundation to Hold Fundraiser at Wildwood Highlands - Plan to be at Wildwood Highlands on Saturday, August 21 as the library hosts a fundraising day of fun and activities. Show your support for the library by picking up a coupon for this event at the customer service, checkout or reference desk or you can download from the library website. Present the coupon to the cashier at the Wildwood Highlands on August 21 and 20 percent of what you spend on food, tokens and attractions will be donated to Northland Public Library. In addition, the Foundation will also hold a miniature golf outing throughout the day, rides on Freddie the Fire Truck and the Gymagic Bus and the Northland public Library Car Cruise from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsorship opportunities are available for some of these events. For more information please contact the Northland Public Library Foundation at 412-366-8100 extension 103, or by email at info@northlandfoundation.org.

Sharon Donovan: Transforming a Life - As a result of a childhood illness, local author Sharon Donovan was told by doctors that she would be blind by age 25. Rather than give up, Sharon channeled her creative talents into writing, where through the help of a talking computer she has written her own story, as well as several other books, as an inspiration to others. Join us at Northland Public Library on August 19 at 7:00 p.m. as Sharon recounts her life's experiences. You may register for this program on line or by calling the adult service desk.

A New Twist of Tea - Tea aficionados are invited to come to the library on August 5 at 7:00 p.m., when the "Tea Goddness", Betsy Hollweck, will present a lively and entertaining program on the many tea drinks that are especially popular in the summer. Betsy will demonstrate ways to combine flavors to make a healthy and satisfying beverage. Samples will be available. You may register online with the library or call the adult service desk.

Northland Knitters - If you love to knit or just enjoy talking about knitting, the library has a monthly program just for you. Northland Knitters is a forum for all things knitting. There are both afternoon and evening sessions where you can share ideas and techniques, swap patterns, knit, break for dessert and then knit some more. Join in the fund on August 11 at 7:00 p.m. or on August 20 at 1:00 p.m. No reservation is required for either session.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Children age five and older can learn the secret life of their stuffed animal friends as they romp and roll the night away at a special Northland Public Library sleepover just for them. You can drop off your animal friends at the children's and young adult reference desk on August 13 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Then rejoin them for a special breakfast for stuffed animals and their families at 9:00 a.m. on August 14. There is a $1 materials fee for this program, which is due then the stuffed animals are dropped off.

Storytelling Night - August 6th sponsored by the Conservancy. Once again Jane Thompson will be telling her wonderful stories at the Reserve. Jane's stories are for children and adults. Just bring yourselves (and maybe a friend) and a chair or blanket around 7:00 p.m. The Conservancy will be supplying the fire and the makings for S'mores!

Spina Bifida Summer Festival - Sunday, August 8, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Blueberry Hill Park in Franklin Park Borough located at 2395 Nicholson Road, Sewickley, PA 15143. $15 early bird (by July 16) $20 (July 17 - August 4) $25 (August 5-8) Children 5 and under - Free. You can register on line at http://www.sbawp.org or call 1-800-243-5787 or 724-934-9600. This is the second annual summer festival and is being presented by Seubert & Associates. It will be a fun-filled, family-friendly summer event featuring live music, great food, games and activities for all ages, with all proceeds benefiting SBAWP. Contact Sharon Wolf at 724-934-9600, ext. 14 for any questions.

Free Prescription Discount Cards - to help consumers cope with the high price of prescriptions. The cards are available under a program sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and will offer average savings of 22 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.

The cards may be used by all County residents, regardless of age, income, or existing health coverage, at more than 300 pharmacies in Allegheny County. There is no enrollment form, no membership fee and no restriction or limits on frequency of use. Even though fortunate to have health care coverage can use the card to save money on medications that are not covered by their health plans. The card will offer significant savings for uninsured and underinsured residents of our County. The discount cards are available at A.C. government offices, A.C. Housing Authority communities, Family Support Centers, Head Start child care centers, CareerLink offices, Goodwill stores, public libraries, senior centers and many pharmacies. County residents may also visit www.alleghenycounty.us/alleghenyrx to download a card, locate a participating pharmacy and find answers to frequently asked questions. Residents may also call toll free at 1-877-321-2652 with questions.

Updated 7/282010