Fall 2011
The Coraopolis Business District Advisory Committee (BDAC) is
pleased to recognize Sam Jampetro,
Pastor of Charis 247 Anglican Church as its Featured Downtown
Recognition Recipient.
In addition to his work as Pastor of
Charis 247, Sam is the Chaplain of the RMU Campus Ministry. He is a
lifelong resident of Coraopolis. He and his wife, Jackie, have two
children and a new grandson as well!
Sam serves as co-chair
of the BDAC. He is also the current chair of Coraopolis Community
Development. That organization administers the Coraopolis Service
Unit of the Salvation Army serving the residents of the 15108 and
15046 zip codes.
Sam also works tirelessly to build greater
connectivity between the community of Coraopolis and RMU through
several initiatives that are focused in utilizing RMU students in
positive ways that meld their education with practical experience.
The Coraopolis BDAC extends their thanks to
Sam for all he does for our community!
Second Quarter 2011
The Coraopolis Business
District Advisory Committee (BDAC) would like to recognize
Jackie Smith as its 2nd Quarter Downtown Recognition
Award recipient for 2011. The BDAC recognizes a person, business, or
group each quarter who has made some notable contribution to the
downtown revitalization efforts of our community.
Jackie has
been very involved in the Coraopolis community since she became
Manager of the Coraopolis ESB branch. She and her staff have
volunteered at the free summer lunch program at Vance Avenue
Community Church for the past 3 summers. In addition, she is on the
advisory team at Network of Hope, Coraopolis. Jackie serves as the
Community Life Chair of the Coraopolis Business District Advisory
Committee. She has volunteered at both the Walk for Change and Back
2 School Bash and contributed both personally and professionally.
Recently, she spearheaded the Coraopolis 125th birthday
celebration over the Memorial Day weekend where there were
activities for kids of all ages from Friday through Monday. She was
very diligent in trying to include all community groups at this
event.
The Coraopolis BDAC thanks Jackie for her unfailing
commitment to Coraopolis!
First Quarter 2011
The Coraopolis
Business District Advisory Committee has chosen
Dr. Michael P. Lucas as it 1st Quarter Downtown
Recognition recipient for 2011.
Dr. Lucas is the principal at Cornell Elementary and is being
recognized for receiving the Terrel H. Bell Award for Outstanding
School Leadership at the 2010 Blue Ribbon Schools Awards ceremony in
Washington D.C.on November 16, 2010.
He is
well-respected by administrators and faculty as a leader who fosters
successful teaching and learning in his school. He does all that is
necessary to ensure a quality education for all students. Through
various programs, he provides curriculum development, professional
development, full-time interns for student remediation, common
planning time for teachers and many other tools for student success.
The Coraopolis School District is extremely fortunate to
have such a talented, dedicated educator “who inspires, guides and
sustains others…” Congratulations, Dr. Lucas!
Fourth Quarter 2010
The Coraopolis
Business District Advisory Committee (BDAC) has chosen community
volunteer Lucinda Wade as
its 4th Quarter Downtown Recognition recipient for 2010.
Lucinda is also serving on the Community life aspect of BDAC.
Lucinda has started
a lunch program in the summer that children from 6-18 can come and
enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday. There are no income guidelines,
but if the child is younger than 6, he/she must be accompanied by a
parent or guardian. This program is in conjunction with Network of
Hope, and the Coraopolis Church of God on Vance and Flemming
Streets, where Lucinda’s husband is pastor. The volunteers play
games, read and listen to the children, as well, from 11:30-1:00.
Lucinda’ church
also hosts an after-school program in conjunction with Cornell School District.
Lucinda has also
organized a Friday Fun Night for children. She has invited
various sponsors to donate Pizza etc. and they have taken the kids
on field trips to baseball games and amusement parks.
Lucinda is
instrumental in starting an organization, which is still in its
infancy stage, called Coraoplis Youth Network. This is
happening with the help of Donna Bellas, Cornell School
Superintendent.
The BDAC
congratulates Lucinda Wade on this honor and thanks her for her
tireless dedication to our youth.
Third Quarter 2010
The Coraopolis
Business District Advisory Committee has chosen
Christopher Connolly of CC&A Properties as its 3rd
Quarter Downtown Recognition recipient for 2010.
Chris is a long-time believer in Coraopolis! With a 25-year
history of investment that began with the purchase and renovation of
the former “Matt’s Market” on Fifth Avenue, Chris has been an advocate
for business interests here.
He is proud to announce the completion of yet another quality
property, located at the corner of Fourth and Main Streets. This
office building will be the home and headquarters of APT Technical
Services, a Pennsylvania-based engineering firm.
It joins two prior projects owned and developed by CC&A.
As the developer and designer of these properties, Mr.
Connolly understands the potential of this area and has committed to
future projects in the town of Coraopolis.
Second Quarter 2010
The Borough of
Coraopolis recognizes the following new businesses for having
chosen to locate in the business district in the past two years.
Through their investment, they are helping to build a stronger
business district and community.
Apennine Bakery
853 Fourth Avenue
An Exquisite Massage
732 Fifth Avenue
Pansmith Associates
842 Fifth Avenue
Jail House Saloon
929 Fifth Avenue
Modern Woodmen
1004 Fifth Avenue
Miss Nails & Spa
1007 Fifth Avenue
Cain’s Clearance
1016 Fifth Avenue
Anthony’s Italian Deli
1020 Fifth Avenue
Nana’s & Company Gift Shop
1040 Fifth Avenue
Angelia’s Pizza
1610 Fifth Avenue
Quantum Construction Company
401 Locust Street, Suite 1A
Associated Occupational Therapist
401 Locust Street, Suite 2A