Swissvale Business Roundtable Discusses Development, Streetscape Project

On June 13 at more than 40 people attended the initial Swissvale Business Roundtable meeting, co-sponsored by Swissvale Borough and the enterprise zone serving Braddock, North Braddock, Rankin and . 

were presented by Klavon Design Associates, Inc.—consultant to the borough.  Information on financial incentives available through the Enterprise Zone was discussed and distributed.

Swissvale Mayor Deneen Swartzwelder said she was happy with the turnout.

“We have been working on plans and strategies to improve the central business district along Washington Street, Noble Street and Monongahela Avenue," she said. "We have funding to begin work on Washington this year and we’re seeking funding for improvements throughout the business district.  New and improved residential properties have taken place in the Kopp Glass area. Funding for business improvement is available through the Enterprise Zone.”

For more information on development activities, visit www.swissvaleborough.com or www.ezcb.org.