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08/10/2026 Workshop Digest

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

This is a combined Digest this month. We had an Aleppo Workshop Meeting on Monday, August 10, 2026 and a Legislative Meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026, and this is what happened at both meetings.

If you want to watch the August 10th Workshop Meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • The Township received four bids for the final phase of the Rhodes Avenue project with Cronin Enterprises Civil and Rail Division LLC coming in as the lowest bid. (Click hereto watch this portion of the meeting).

  • A resident on Glenfield Road reached out via email in support of a weight limit on Glenfield Road. (Click hereto watch this portion of the meeting).

  • President Haluka shared updated information regarding the costs and fundraising objectives of the Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority regarding their service K-9. Commissioner Jones suggested the Board consider making a motion at the Legislative Meeting to donate $1,500 towards the fundraising request. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • A resident of McCoy Place presented a handout to the board regarding her concerns with a fireworks display that happens annually in her neighborhood.  She would like Aleppo Township to consider a fireworks ordinance that would require regulate displays.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • A summary of the Aleppo Township Communications Policy was discussed.  Public comments shared at meetings will state the name and address of the resident as part of the Right To Know Law, but we want to assure residents that they can still anonymously call in complaints, concerns, or requests.  If the calls or emails are in regard to public comments in or response to a meeting, the residents name and address would be stated.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

If you want to watch the August 17th Legislative Meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • Sergeant Adam Beck gave the police report for the month of July.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • There were several Public Works topics: the Board voted to accept the bid from Cronin Enterprises in the amount of $141,965 for the Rhodes Avenue repairs; the sinkhole repair needed on School Street was discussed; and the high road salt bid received by SHACOG (where we normally purchase our salt) was explained.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Emails were received from two more citizens regarding a potential fireworks ordinance.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Commissioner Jones reported that the Aleppo Township Authority was 99% complete with their water line work on Glen Mitchell Road. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Aleppo’s 150th Birthday:  Aleppo Township is 150 years old!  The Township is looking for a way to commemorate this milestone.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Citizen Participation. Several residents of Glenfield Road attended the meeting to express their concerns about the amount of large truck traffic on the road and also concerns about a utility line project using St. Mary Church as a staging area.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

Our next Legislative Meeting is tonight, Monday, September 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM. If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

 Gwen Patterson

Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com

412-741-6555 x19

7/20/2026 Legislative Digest

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

We had an Aleppo Legislative Meeting on Monday night, July 20, 2026, and I wanted to tell you what happened.

If you want to watch the meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • Chief Joseph Hanny gave the report for the month of June. There were 72 calls, which included one arrest for a domestic disturbance, 36 EMS calls, an instance of identity theft and an instance of credit card fraud. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Fire Chief Bill Davis, Jr. gave the following report for 2025: 239 calls for Aleppo Township and Sewickley Heights Borough. Of the 239 calls, 167 were for Aleppo and 72 were for Sewickley Heights. Of the 167 calls for Aleppo, 119 were mutual aid. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Supervisor Tim Scott provided a summary of Public Works activity for the month of June and a detailed report to the Board.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • In Communications, the Board asked for feedback from the community regarding a citizen’s concerns over fireworks and received 6 responses.  3 responses were in support of restrictions/permitting, and 3 responses were against any restrictions of fireworks within Aleppo Township.  The Board is waiting for more community support before moving forward with this concern. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Treasurer Clayton Steup provided a summary for the month of June and detailed reports to the Board.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Board approved the bill list for July 2026 (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Commissioners voted to donate $1,500 toward the Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority Critical Incident Response Team K9 program.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • President Haluka asked if anyone had any ideas to share regarding celebrating Aleppo Township’s 150th Birthday. The two options being considered are either a commemorative item, or an event to celebrate the 150th birthday.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

Our next Workshop Meeting will be on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM. If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

 

Gwen Patterson

Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com

412-741-6555 x19

7/13/2026 Workshop Digest

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

We had an Aleppo Workshop Meeting on Monday night, July 13, 2026, and I wanted to tell you what happened.

If you want to watch the meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • The Rhodes Avenue project bid for the final phase will be opened on July 23rd.(Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • A resident on Glenfield Road reached out via email in support of a weight limit on Glenfield Road. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • President Haluka shared updated information regarding the costs and fundraising objectives of the Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority regarding their service K-9. The Board will consider a motion at the Legislative Meeting to donate $1,500 towards the fundraising request. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • A resident of McCoy Place presented a handout to the board regarding concerns with a fireworks display that happens annually in her neighborhood and would like the Board to consider an ordinance regulating fireworks. There was a discussion about the types of regulations a municipality can impose, including that they cannot be banned entirely. Aleppo Resident Feedback Wanted:  The Commissioners would like to hear what residents think about this topic.  Please reply to this email with your thoughts about a potential fireworks ordinance. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Aleppo Township Communications Policy regarding public comments at meetings (including emails intended to be read at meetings) was explained.  The Board will also be reviewing and updating the Township’s meeting broadcast guidelines over the next few months. (Click here  to watch this portion of the meeting).

Our next Legislative Meeting will be on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM. If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

 Gwen Patterson

Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com

412-741-6555 x19

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

We had an Aleppo Legislative Meeting on Monday night, June 15, 2026, and I wanted to tell you what happened.

If you want to watch the meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • Sergeant Beck gave the Police Report for the month of May 2026. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Emergency Management Coordinator Judy Haluka announced that she will be doing a presentation at Masonic Village on July 16th regarding Fire Safety and the Aleppo Township Emergency Plan. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Board adopted a Resolution declaring an emergency and authorizing emergency work related to a hole in the roadway on School Street. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Commissioner Amatucci accepted the vacant position as Communications Chair,  The Township has received complaints about speeding in the Manor and about gravel on the road following a tar and chip of the roadway. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Board was updated about the initial meeting regarding potential zoning ordinance updates and revisions. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Commissioners approved the monthly bill list.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Quaker Valley Ambulance Authority made a request regarding a Critical Incident Response Team K-9 program that would help stressed first responders, trauma victims, and would enhance overall wellness in first responders in trauma situations. The Board discussed the program and its associated costs and asked for more information from the QVAA.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Resident concerns about increased heavy truck traffic on Glenfield Road continue to be discussed.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Aleppo Township just had its milestone 150th Birthday!  Aleppo was incorporated on June 7, 1876 and in celebration, the Township is looking for some suggestions on ways to commemorate the occasion and asked for input from the Board as well as the residents on how best to mark the 150th year. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

Our next Workshop Meeting is tonight, Monday, July 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM. If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

 Gwen Patterson

Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com

412-741-6555 x19

 

 

1/19/2026 Legislative Digest

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

We had an Aleppo Legislative Meeting on Monday night, January 19, 2026, and I wanted to tell you what happened.

If you want to watch the meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

  • Chief Hanny gave the Police Report for the month of December 2025 and reminded residents to let their faucets drip in the cold weather to prevent frozen   pipes. (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  •         A summary of Public Works activity for the month of December was provided, including updates on our Christmas Tree Recycling program and salt supplies.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • The Board discussed and adopted the Aleppo Township Policy for Seeking       Township Endorsement.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Commissioners discussed a resident’s request for tree removal and the addition of a stop sign at the intersection of Sewickley Ridge Drive and Rockledge Drive.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

  • Ms. Frances Amatucci, a resident of Aleppo Township, spoke regarding her       interest in serving on the Aleppo Board of Commissioners.  (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting).

Our next Workshop Meeting will be on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 7:00 PM. If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

Gwen Patterson
Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com
412-741-6555 x19

5/19/2025 Legislative Digest

Hello Aleppo Residents and Friends –

The Workshop Meeting scheduled for Monday, June 9, 2025 is Cancelled.  All business will be discussed at the June 16, 2025 Legislative Meeting.

We had an Aleppo Legislative Meeting on Monday night, May 19, 2025, and I wanted to tell you what happened.

If you want to watch the meeting from the beginning, Click here. Otherwise, feel free to click the links below to jump to the portions of the meeting that are of particular interest to you.

Here is what happened:

  • Chief Hanny gave the Police Report for the month of April 2025 and announced that the law prohibiting hands-free cell phone use while driving will be in effect starting on June 5, 2025 (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #Police

  • The Board authorized emergency work to be completed by GeoStabilization International and Stefanik’s Next Generation Contracting Co. for Rhodes Avenue (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #RhodesAvenue

  • Secretary Krecek gave the Public Works report for the month of April 2025 (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #PublicWorks

  • The Board approved the Land Development Application for the Amazon Electric Vehicle Charger Installation in Parking Lot 12 at the end of North Drive in the Industrial Park (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #LandDevelopmentApplication #Amazon 

  • Secretary Krecek provided information about the proposed route cuts by the Pittsburgh Regional Transit (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #ProposedRouteCuts

  • A free CPR and first aid course for residents will be held at the Municipal Building within the next few months. When finalized, the details will be posted on the Latest News page on the Township website [www.aleppotownship.com] (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #CPRFirstAidCourse

  • A resident’s concern about the road paving and tar and chip that was done on Sewickley Heights Drive was addressed (Click here to watch this portion of the meeting). #SewickleyHeightsDrive

Our next Legislative Meeting will be on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 7:00 PM (reminder: the June 9th Workshop Meeting is Cancelled.) If any of these issues are important to you, please feel free to contact me via phone or email prior to the meeting and I will convey your thoughts to the Commissioners. The meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend in person.

Gwen Patterson

Aleppo Township Manager

aleppomgr@aleppotownship.com

412-741-6555×19