Town Topics – December

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Presented by the Mt. Lebanon Civic Engagement Board

Hundreds of Mt. Lebanon residents volunteer their time each year, giving back to the community in ways that make a real difference in the quality of life here and throughout our region. Each year, the Mt. Lebanon Civic Engagement Board spotlights a resident who represents the community’s strong volunteer spirit by presenting him or her with the Mt. Lebanon Community Service Award.

Residents are invited to submit nominations for the 2026 award, which will honor a resident whose volunteer efforts demonstrate creativity, vision, leadership and citizenship by providing service to programs and activities that positively impact the welfare of the Mt. Lebanon community. The Civic Engagement Board will present the award in cooperation with Mt. Lebanon Magazine. This year’s winner will be selected by a Civic Engagement Board subcommittee and approved by the entire board. The winner will then be honored at the boards and authorities dinner in Spring, 2026. The selection criteria for Mt. Lebanon Community Service Award are:

Making a significant contribution to the community in a volunteer service capacity.

Participating in humanitarian activities that make a difference in the well-being of others.

Striving to improve and preserve the community.

Candidate is an inspirational role model for the Mt. Lebanon community.

One nomination is enough for a volunteer to be considered. Multiple applications will not increase a nominee’s chance of winning. Mt. Lebanon elected officials, municipal staff members and current members of the Civic Engagement Board are not eligible to participate. Deadline for nominations is Monday, January 5, 2026. Fill out a nomination online ^[1].

DECEMBER MUNICIPAL PUBLIC MEETINGS
All meetings are in the Mt. Lebanon Municipal Building, 710 Washington Road, unless otherwise noted. You may also join all meetings on Zoom. Links and agendas here. ^[2]

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT BOARD
Cancelled

COMMISSION
Tuesday, December 9.
Discussion session, 6:30 p.m., Room C; meeting, 8 p.m.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BOARD
Wednesday, December 10, 6 p.m.

MOBILITY & TRANSPORTATION BOARD
Monday, December 2, 6 p.m.

PARKS & RECREATION BOARD
Wednesday, December 17, 7 p.m.

PLANNING BOARD
Tuesday, December 16, 7 p.m.

RESILIENCY ADVISORY BOARD
Wednesday, December 17, 6 p.m.

ZONING HEARING BOARD
Thursday, December 18, 7 p.m.

HONORING DR. KING “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On Monday, January 19, Mt. Lebanon invites volunteers to come together for a morning of community service for local nonprofits and projects. Last year’s inaugural event drew more than 100 community members. This year’s event will kick off at 9 a.m., in the lobby of the Mt. Lebanon High School Fine Arts Theater. All ages welcome.

SNOW SEASON Mt. Lebanon requires residential sidewalks to be cleared within 24 hours following the end of a snowfall of more than one inch. Businesses have four hours to clear their sidewalks. For seniors and others who may have trouble keeping their sidewalks clear, the municipality   has a program called Snow Angels, matching volunteer snow shovelers with residents who need to have the sidewalks in front of their homes cleared. Volunteers must be at least 15 years old, or be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and must commit to taking at least one household for the winter. Volunteers must bring their own equipment. The municipality is not responsible for providing the service, but will act as a clearinghouse, matching volunteers with residents. You can find more information on the program at mtlebanon.org/whats-trending ^[3], or by calling 412-343-7032.

HELP WITH THE BILLS  Pennsylvania American Water can help struggling customers pay their water bills through its H2O Help to Others Program. Depending on your household income, you may qualify for drinking water and wastewater grants of up to $500 per household per year and discounts ranging from 30 to 90 percent. Call 1-888-282-6816, or apply online. ^[4]