Hank Gostkowski ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador "There are still respectful neighbors who help each other when the need arises. From cutting several neighbors' grass, shoveling the walk ways without expecting anything, to hunting for a lost child or keeping watch out for others' homes when something does not look right." ABOUT ME. My hometown is Verona, PA but I have been living in McKeesport for the past 40 years. I am currently retired but work as a security guard at Renzie Park. For…Read More
Sharon Soles ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador "We have hope. We can overcome our situation if more people would get involved." ABOUT ME My hometown is McKeesport, PA and I have lived there for 25 years. I worked for GNC in retail management for 14 years until I retired. I am married and have four grandchildren. I decided to get involved so that I can help reclaim the city that I love and assist community members working with vacant lots and properties. I am looking…Read More
Julie Fleckenstein Reclaim McKeesport Ambassador "I hope that we have a renaissance like the other neighborhoods in the Pittsburgh area. This is such a great place to raise a family." ABOUT ME. My hometown is McKeesport, PA. Currently I work for the City of McKeesport as a program assistant for the Youth CAST Leadership Network and also as adjunct faculty for the CCAC, teaching Professional and Academic Development and English Composition. WHAT IDEAS DO YOU HAVE FOR A VACANT LOT IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?…Read More
Rochelle Williams ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador I am hoping to make a positive change in our city and to restore it to what I have heard it was like in the past. ABOUT ME. My hometown is Pittsburgh, PA, but for the past 12 years I have lived in the Myers Park (11th Ward) neighborhood of McKeesport. I married my husband, Phil, 20 years ago and have two awesome and bright children, Nayelle (16) and Nason (13). I currently work as an Administrative Assistant…Read More
Dana Jackson ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador “Our future is in their (younger generation) hands and we need to teach them ownership in their neighborhood and to help out with the elderly that need assistance with taking care of their property.” ABOUT ME. My hometown is McKeesport, PA. I am a mother of four children who keep me busy and make me proud everyday. I became an ambassador to make a difference in the community and influence others to do the same. I hope…Read More
Ian Smith Energy Independent Solutions Hailing from the snow belt in Northwestern Pennsylvania, Ian has called Pittsburgh home since 2011. In his role as solar consultant for local installer EIS Solar, he's helped hundreds of home and small-business owners go solar and enjoys that his job puts him on the roof, at the kitchen table, and in the office. In the rare occasion he's not thinking about solar energy, he's probably skateboarding, rooting for the Pirates, and enjoying his wife Gayle and…Read More
Keri Harmicar Community Relations at Allegheny Health Network Organizational Change Agent with 20+ years of experience in marketing and public relations, and leadership- focused on strategic planning, program development, and community outreach. Cross Industrial linchpin with specialized expertise in providing targeted, client-centered solutions across health care, retail, and food services. Trans-formative leader whose career reflects dedication to actions which are mission-driven, enterprising, resourceful, and financially productive. Adept communicator skilled in building rapport with partners and promoting success among colleagues and clients, leading…Read More
Heather Messiah ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador Heather is a very active resident of Beltzhoover. She has helped her community through different church functions, participated in Feed the Community at the Warrington Recreation Center, assisted with clean up days and worked at the Voices Against Violence summer camp. She will be partnering with ReClaim South Ambassador Cheryl to enhance the St. Paul AME Church garden. She hopes that her work will help this space continue to be a place of peace and better provide…Read More
Brian Fallet ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador Brian loves the views from his neighborhood of Allentown and the potential for Allentown to develop through the low cost of housing. He is a member of the Allentown Facade Committee and the Property Stabilization Committee. He hopes to inspire his friends and family by becoming a ReClaim South Ambassador. He looks forward to the day that his local community gains the recognition it deserves. This year, Brian will be assisting his Ambassador colleague Linda with her side lot community garden…Read More
Lila Scogdins ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador Lila will be partnering with original ReClaim South Ambassador Natalie on her Ambassador community garden plot in Beltzhoover. Lila hopes to inspire peace through the garden space and is excited to work directly with her community.Read More
Jamie Balser ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador Originally from Virginia, Jamie loves the Southside Slopes because its proximity to so many amenities. Jamie will be creating a welcoming trail head entrance to the South Side Park near the Bandi Shaum Garden. He hopes to inspire people to use this part of the trail and increase foot traffic into the park. He is excited by the activity in his neighborhood and is excited about making his community even more livable. As an experienced ReClaim South…Read More
Monica Nicola PPG Industries Chemical engineer with 2+ years experience in plant and R&D with commercial interests.Read More