Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 8, 2024 1:15 P.M.
(Aliquippa, Pa) Affordable housing was discussed at the Aliquippa City Council on Wednesday night. Archie Donald, COO of the Donald Group and brother of former LA Rams football player Aaron Donald, came to the meeting and discussed affordable housing with city officials. He said they would like to give back to communities and explained that the group is offering affordable housing to communities that express interest, and currently their project is in Wilkinsburg. He displayed photos of the current apartments available. 1 bedroom apartments are approximately $700 a month, 2 bedrooms approximately $1,000 a month.
Also a the meeting, full time firefighter Alexander Toth’s status was changed from full to part time. He has accepted a position at our nation’s capital. The chief requested that the city advertise for full time firefighters.
El Grande Contracting was the low bidder for the Fifth Avenue project at a cost of $375,126.00. The ARPA funds will be used for the project.
The next regular meeting is Wednesday, September 4, 2024.