Now that the Conrail train trestle has been painted at Frankford and Solly avenues, members of the Holmesburg Civic Association are looking forward to welcoming messages being printed on both sides.
The painting was completed in November. It was a joint effort of U.S. Rep. Bob Brady and District Council 21, the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Sherwin-Williams donated the paint.
On the north side, the lettering will read, “Welcome to Holmesburg. The Home of the 1697 Pennypack Creek Bridge. America’s Oldest Roadway Bridge. Stop & Visit.”
On the south side, the words “Upper Holmesburg” will be added.
In other news from the Jan. 13 meeting:
• Members voted 14–0 to approve two zoning proposals.
A one-chair hair salon for men, women and children will open at 8160 Terry St. (at Welsh Road). The property had been a barber shop years ago.
Chuck Bushbeck, a scout for the Los Angeles Angels, received zoning legalization for his Full Armor Training baseball academy, 7327 State Road.
• Rich Frizell, president of the civic association, mentioned that Lisa Deeley has left her position as an aide to City Councilman Bobby Henon to make an expected run for city election commissioner.
“She was always there for the Holmesburg Civic Association,” he said. “I wish Lisa the very best of luck. She works hard.”
• Holmesburg Civic Association will meet again on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 7:15 p.m. at Holmesburg Recreation Center. ••
