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Munhall Community Band introduces itself; mayor says $462,000 Main Street grant boosts revitalization funding to over $1 million
Summary
At the council meeting the Munhall Community Band formally introduced itself to the borough and Mayor Halse reported a $462,000 Main Street grant that brings total Main Street funding to more than $1 million for sidewalk, lighting and other improvements.
The Munhall Community Band formally introduced itself to the borough Wednesday, inviting residents to attend rehearsals and upcoming concerts and to join the group.
Walter Kloskowski, who identified himself as director and president of the band, said the ensemble is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), has about 70 members and performs a mix of classical, concert band, jazz and popular music. He said the band rehearses Monday evenings at Ann Ashley Church in Munhall and will perform at summer events including Main Street Market Nights and the borough's Spring/Summer concert in June.
Mayor Halse told council the borough recently secured a $462,000 Main Street grant, bringing the borough's total Main Street revitalization funding to more than $1 million. The mayor said the awards will support sidewalk work, lighting improvements and other Main Street enhancements, but cautioned that engineering and planning work must precede construction and that residents should not expect immediate changes.
Halse said the borough will coordinate the projects with engineers and apply grant funds as reimbursements after work is performed. The mayor also listed a slate of planned community activities, including Main Street Market Nights, a food-and-music rally in North Munhall coordinated with the library in September and other summer events.
Kloskowski invited residents of all musical skill levels to participate in the band and said the group is interested in collaborating with local schools and community groups.
The band's website and a handful of business cards will be available to residents seeking more information; Kloskowski left contact cards with borough officials.
