“MAIN STREET” NEWS

“Main Street” Washington 2nd Quarter 2003 Capital Improvement Project — Phase II Bids Awarded Construction Began April 7

“Main Street” The Redevelopment Author- includes storm sewer, concrete street. It is anticipated that Washington ity of the County of Washing- curbing, concrete walk, brick construction in this block 80 North Main Street ton has authorized award of walk, asphalt resurfacing, sign- will last until late June. Washington, PA 15301 construction contracts for the age, pavement markings, con- 724-229-7207 This block of work will City of Washington Business crete pavement, brick paver Fax 724-229-7208 necessitate a partial traffic District Revitalization Project crosswalks, landscape plantings, [email protected] detour. North-bound traf- Phase II, Project No.CD 02-29. trash receptacles, and benches. fic on Main Street will be The electrical contract work The General Contract was permitted to use this block includes underground electrical awarded to Frank J. Zottola between Beau & Chestnut power distribution and service Construction, Inc. of Valencia, throughout the construc- Washington Business connections, ornamental street PA and the Electrical Contract tion period. South-bound District Authority Board: lighting, traffic signalization, Chair: Dr. Christopher Webb was awarded to Zavala, Inc. of traffic on Main Street will and raceways for miscellaneous Vice-Chair: Debra Rhone Pittsburgh, PA on March 27, be detoured. The official utilities. Secretary: Rachel Gladden 2003. south-bound detour will be Treasurer: Thomas Zimmaro The consulting firm of West Chestnut to left on Richard White The limits of the project are E.G.&G., Inc. of Akron, Ohio North Franklin to left on Michael Gomber as follows: Main Street from Ernest Alexas has been retained by the City of West Beau and then back the railroad tracks to Walnut, Audrey Richman Washington to provide construc- on to South Main. Christopher Potts Maiden Street from College to tion administration and field Main Street Manager: Franklin, Wheeling Street Pedestrian traffic will representation services during Suzanne Gagliardo from College to Franklin, always be maintained, and Administrative Assistant: the construction process. Cherry Alley from College to as necessary, bridges over Barbara Moyer Committees: Brownson, Walnut Street The Phase II field office will the sidewalk areas are being Membership (south side) from Main to 200 be set up within the next two provided to all businesses. Design linear feet east of Main, and weeks. Construction updates will Promotion the parking area bounded by Economic Restructuring Actual construction began on be routinely given to the Main/Chestnut/Pine/Schaffer. Volunteers are welcome to be a part of Monday, April 7th in the block media and through the any committee. Please call the Main The scope of work included of North Main between Beau “Main Street” office and Street office to sign up, 724-229-7207. in the project is summarized as and Chestnut Streets. Work will the construction field The Washington Business follows: general contract work begin on the west side of the office. District Authority meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at Phase I Work Continues The planned work on Shaffer Alley between East Beau and Pine Alley began in April. 5:30PM in Council Chambers at With the final break in this long winter, the con- City Hall located at 55 West struction work on Phase I (Beau and Chestnut Allegheny Power is now working on the electri- Maiden Street, Washington, Streets) of the project has resumed. cal for Phase I. All property and business owners 15301. will be notified in a timely manner when it is Sidewalk and curb work on East Chestnut is being All WBDA meetings are time to make the changeover from above-ground completed. All landscaped areas will be completely to underground. open to the public, planted, all trash receptacles will be installed, new please plan to attend. signs will go up, and the light poles will continue to Questions and concerns should be addressed to be erected. The milling and resurfacing of Chestnut the Phase 1 construction field office at 724-229- Street has happened. 0519. “Main Street” News Page 2 The ARTS in Washington... Enjoy a Memorable Mother’s Day Afternoon

with the Musical Luncheon Series at Wash Arts continues:

WASHINGTON SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA May 9—”Cello & Friends” - cellist Paul Umbach, as they present pianist Diana Schott “American as Mom & Apple Pie” Final Concert of this series—you don’t want to miss it The concert will be held Ticket & Reservation Information Call– 724-222-1475 Sunday, May 11th at 3:00PM in the Artists’ Co-op Public Hanging: Grand Ballroom Opening, Friday, May 9 at 7:00PM. of the Call 724-229-0365 for details. George Washington 60 South Main Street Celebrity Arts Weekend Performances—Music Washington, Pennsylvania & Readings at Wash Arts— Saturday, May 10 at 7:30—performances by ? Music with an American theme, such as Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue,” takes center stage along with favorites by Congressman Tim Murphy, Pete Povich and fellow American composers Leroy Anderson, Aaron Copland, Bill Northrop, Jr. and more... Ferde Grofe, Henry Mancini, John Philip Sousa and others. Call 724-222-1475 for additional information.

? This is a must see event, featuring wheeling Park High Art in the Park—Second Annual School’s award winning piano soloist Nathan Strasser. “Art Adoption Show” ? Tickets for the concert can be purchased Saturday, May 10 10AM to 8PM at any Washington Federal branch. at the Main Pavilion at Washington Park Ticket prices are: Adults—$10, Students & Seniors—$7 Featuring: Judy Hopson, Alexas Covato, Kenny Children under 12 with Adult—FREE Hubb, Robin Muzur, Carol Randolf, Phyllis ? The Washington Symphonic Orchestra celebrated Staskiewicz, John Simpkin, Regis Turocy, Martin its first birthday on April 4th and Howsare, Cindy Howsare, Monart School of Arts, consistently performs before standing room only audiences. and Washington Community Arts & Cultural ? A pre-concert lecture will be presented by Center. John Canon—one hour before the concert. ?

Visit http://www.washsym.org or Artist Reception—World West Galleries call 724-229-WSYM for more information. Friday, May 16 6 to 10PM at 50 North Main Street Paintings, Prints & Ceramics by Artists: ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Brody Burroughs, Toby Fraley, Robert Connell Mother’s Day Buffet Enjoy a Special Pre-Concert Mother’s Day Buffet ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the Washington Room

May 11th Noon to 3:00PM Call 724-222-2505 for Information & Reservations Americans Will Always Fight for Liberty: The Poster Art of World War II

National Tourism Week May 3—10 Free Lecture by The official start of the vacation season across the USA Commonwealth Speaker Paul Newman Washington County Displays will be set up: Monday, May 5 at the I-79 North Welcome Center Monday, May 19 7:00PM Thursday, May 8 at the I-70 East Welcome Center Citizen’s Library Call WCTPA at 724-228-5520 for more information 55 South College Street

or www.washpatourism.org Sponsored by Washington County Historical Society Do you have a special event or article of interest about your business or organization? “Main Street “ News is happy to 724-225-6740 Dr. Newman’s presentation is a program of the work with you to provide FREE, extra publicity. Pennsylvania Humanities Council (PHC), supported in part by a grant from Contact the Main Street office at 724-229-7207 for details. the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts, a state agency. “Main Street” News Page 3

Construction Zone… Women’s Economic Development Phase I of the Capital Improvement construction is winding Outreach Tour 2003 down and Phase II has begun. The WEDO Tour will be making its way through Western For Phase I—East and West Beau Streets, East and West PA the week of June 9-13 to bring economic opportunities to Chestnut Streets, and Shaffer Alley between East Beau and women business owners. Pine Alley—any questions or problems contact the Allison Park Construction trailer at 724-229-0519. The WEDO mission is “a coalition of resource partners working in collaboration to provide focused resources that For Phase II— beginning on North Main between Beau and directly impact woman-owned businesses and their opportu- Chestnut Streets and South Main from the railroad tracks and nity for business expansion.” Maiden Street—any questions or problems contact the Frank J. Zottola Construction office located at 16 East Chestnut, rear Day 3 of the tour will target Washington and Greene coun- entrance or call 724-222-4471 or 724-222-4470. ties. For more information and to register for this FREE, exciting event, go to www.e-magnify.com or contact Susan Please don’t wait to call if there are questions and problems. Ameel at 412-854-4344 or [email protected]. We will do our utmost to keep everyone informed and updated as the project continues. There will be unavoidable, temporary Salvation Army Annual Recognition Dinner road closures and no parking times. When feasible, the local media will be informed to help keep you informed. The Salvation Army Annual Recognition Dinner will start the National Salvation Army Week on Monday, May 12th. The most important thing to continue to remember is—these The dinner will be at the George Washington in the grand are temporary inconveniences for long term improvements. ballroom beginning at 6:30PM. Tickets are $35 each or you Please continue to patronize ALL of our downtown businesses may sponsor a table of eight for $250. during the construction. Check out the improvements along the way to your favorite restaurant and business. Some awards include “Volunteer of the Year,” “Bell- Ringer of the Year,” and certificates of merit. The service There is always ample, inexpensive parking available in the club or business that typifies the spirit of the Salvation Army East Chestnut Street Parking Garage. The Garage can be ac- at the kettles receives the “Ding-A-Ling” award. cessed from East Chestnut, Shaffer Alley (from East Beau) and Pine Alley (from College). This year’s dinner is different from previous years—this Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation! year is also a fund raiser. In addition to the $35 a plate ad- mission, there will be a silent auction of donated gifts.

For ticket information and auction donation information FREE Storytelling Historical call 724-225-5740. The Salvation Army is located at 60 East Walk Around Washington Maiden Street. Begins at 1:30PM in front of Citizen’s Library On Saturday, May 17 & Sunday May 18 ELECTION DAY—Tuesday, May 20th Call 724-225-6740 for more information or directions. Your Voice, Your Choice: Be Sure to VOTE Sponsored by Washington County Historical Society

National Road Heritage Corridor

The House Re-opens for 2003 Receives National Scenic Byway — 175 South Main Street 724-222-3604 All-American Road Designation Built in 1788 by David Bradford, leader of the in 1794. The Bradford House is open On May 8, 2003 at 10:30AM, the NRHC, along with five Wednesday thru Saturday 11AM-4PM and Sunday 1-4PM other National Road states, will formally celebrate the naming with the simultaneous cutting of a ribbon marking the National Scenic Byway—All-American Road designation. Changes… The celebration will be held at the historic “S” Bridge in The “Main Street” News is moving to a quarterly issue, begin- Buffalo Township, Washington County. ning with this issue. To continue to keep you informed, spe- Tourism is a leading industry across the Nation and heri- cial notices and updates will be mailed and will also be posted tage tourism is the #1 marketing niche. The preservation, on the web site at www.washpa.net. development and marketing of the Historic National Road During the month of June the Main Street office will be mov- as a designation unto itself makes a significant contribution ing to new quarters in the former Parking Authority building to community and economic development along the corri- on East Chestnut Street. dor and in the region. www.nationalroadpa.org Page 4 “Main Street” News Revitalization Project Design Challenge Grant Amenities Sponsorships The mission of the Program Continues Washington Business Included in the capital improvements are all The Washington Business District Author- District Authority “Main new amenities throughout downtown. The items include: street lamps, street trees, trash recepta- ity Design Committee continues to accept Street” program is to pre- cles, decorative planters, and benches. Com- and review applications for the Design Chal- serve, improve, promote, memorative sponsorships of these attractive lenge Grant program for front footage façade and enhance the down- amenities are being made available to the public. improvements in the Special Services Dis- town business district fol- trict. Matching grants, up to $2,500 for ap- This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to lowing the four main proved improvements, are available to all have yourself or someone special memorialized in qualified property and business owners. principles of organization, a permanent way in downtown Washington. On design, promotion, and a limited, first-come, first-served basis, you may Application packets are still available at the economic restructuring. also designate a special location within the pro- Main Street office at 80 North Main Street or The WBDA “Main ject boundaries for your commemorative choice. online at www.washpa.net. The Design Com- mittee meets the first Tuesday of every Street” will work to move Now the luminaires are installed on Beau and month to review and pre-approve applica- Washington into the 21st Chestnut Streets and the ones on West Beau are tions. century, while retaining illuminated in the evening. Their installation Have you noticed all of the improvement our historic character should give all a better idea of how the new capi- projects—both in progress and completed?? and yet complimenting tal improvements will look throughout down- town once the project is finally completed. Take the time to mention this to the partici- regional economic devel- pating property and business owners. Things opment efforts. Sponsorship brochures and order forms are are looking great with the façade program! available at the Main Street office and are also online at www.washpa.net. Maps for the special Funds for this program are provided location requests are available in the Main Street through a grant from the Pennsylvania office at 80 North Main Street. Please call 724- Department of Community & Economic Development. This is a four year program. The vision of the 229-7207 for additional information or ask any member of the City of Washington Economic Please call the office if you have any ques- Washington Business Development Council or Washington Business tions or need information, referrals, or assis- District Authority “ District Authority. tance—724-229-7207. Main Street” program is for the city of City of Washington Policemen’s Ball Washington to have a Saturday, May 17 7PM to Midnight vital downtown business Grand Ballroom — George Washington Hotel district that compliments Washington’s role as The Road that built the Nation. Take your time...take a the County seat. drive...and enjoy the Historic National Road. Washington will Check out the new website at: www.nationalroadpa.org continue to play a role in southwestern Is Your Mailing Label Correct? Have a story, story idea or sug- gestion for the Main Street Pennsylvania’s growing Please share your newsletter with a friend. News staff?? Email suggestions, tourism efforts. Read the News at www.washpa.net comments to [email protected] But more importantly, downtown will be an Advertising Opportunities... attractive, safe Space is available in the quarterly “Main Street” News for up to environment for the 10 advertising inserts. This offer is available to all interested “Main Next Issue: residential and business Street” businesses and non-profits. 650 copies of the insert must be 3rd Qtr. 2003 provided to the Main Street office by the posted date. There is no community partners to Insert Deadline charge to participants. The Calendar-of-Events at www.washpa.net July 1 live, work, learn, shop, is another FREE opportunity to list events, sales, etc. Take advan- worship and play. tage of these FREE opportunities. Limited Main Street office window display space is also available on a first-come basis.