Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published April 2, 2025 2:59 P.M.

The Beaver County Commissioners held their weekly work session Wednesday morning.

During the meeting recognition was given to Sophie Yendell who works for planning and redevelopment commission. She has achieved all america status on the swim team for the Pitt. She placed 5th in the Women’s 50 Free and is now the highest NCAA finisher in the program’s history,

Also at the meeting, it was announced that bids for the county parking garage project will open May 6th.

Commissioner Jack Manning went on to make note of a few key things in the community. An Envirothon hosted by the Conservation District was held at Brady’s Run Park Wednesday featuring multiple local school districts. The event was hosted by the Conservation District.

Manning also noted that it is the 10th anniversary of St. Barnabas buying Beaver Meadows and thanked St. Barnabas for their contributions to the community so far.

The commissioners also thanked the Beaver Police for their swift response to the graffiti incident that took place at an apartment complex in Beaver.