Austin, Pennsylvania, Has a Logo

Mayor Jimmy Setzer

When it became apparent that the administrative offices of the Austin Borough would be moving to the former Northwest Savings Bank building on Turner Street, Mayor Setzer began planning for the move.

One of the first items which caught Mayor Setzer's attention was the need for a borough sign to replace the signage of Northwest Savings Bank as their framework still remained in front of the building.

It wasn't long into the sign replacement planning phase that he realized the Borough of Austin had no logo. So, Mayor Setzer approached Mrs. Michele Rodich, the Art Teacher, of the Austin Area School District, asking if she would have her students work on a logo for our community and she agreed. Six student designs were selected as finalists.

Thereafter, Mayor Setzer presented the six designs to the Austin Borough Council and asked each to select their favorite. The design prepared by Laine Robinson, a senior at the Austin Area School District, was selected as the favorite by the majority of Council.

Left to right: Mayor Jimmy Setzer, Principal Jerry Sasala, Laine Robinson, and Mrs. Michele Rodich, Art Teacher

The panther is the school's mascot, the dam ruins are the remains of  the 1911 dam/flood disaster which nearly destroyed the entire community and the American flag.

AASD Student Creates Community Logo

Laine Robinson's design depicting a Black Panther Head, the Austin Dam Ruins, and the American Flag, has been selected as the Logo for the Borough of  Austin, Pennsylvania.

Laine is a senior at the Austin Area School District and the daughter of Angel Rees and Shane Robinson.

Pictured below is her winning design:

The black panther is the school mascot and the dam ruins are the remains of the 1911 dam/flood disaster which destroyed much of  the Community of Austin

 Laine on left holding her Certificate of Appreciation and Mrs. Michele Rodich,                      AASD Art Teacher on the right

Angel Rees, Laine's mother, on left and Laine Robinson on right

Laine plans to pursue a B.S. degree in biology and a M.S. in zoology upon graduating from the Austin Area School District next June.

The Haunted Hayride 2015 Austin Area School District PBL Team

Front Row - Left to Right: Madison Hooftallen, Hannah Seeley, Tiana Butler, Alyson Rotello, Jordan Brewer, Sydnee Shupe, Connor VanWhy, Dawson Brandt, Lanie Robinson
Back Row - Left to Right: Daniel Stuckey, Anderson Nicka, Brain Shupe, Jordan Kinney, Nora Tumb, Gage Sikes, Hunter Stuckey, Morgan Nelson, Nick Leightley

Check out the Austin Boro News Blog at www.austinboronews.blogspot.com. Thank you.

Haunted Hayride October 23rd and 24th, 2015

The Haunted Hayride is conducted by students who are part of the Austin Area School District, Austin, Pennsylvania, Project Based Learning Group

Austin Alumni Reunion - September 26, 2015

PA Historic and Museum Commission in Town Tonight

Members of the  Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission, Preservation Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Downtown Center will be in Austin tonight.

Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Austin Fire Hall

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) was created in 1945.  Learn more about PHMC by clicking HERE.

Route 6 Connection September 2015 Newsletter

The Austin Dam ruins are only 11 miles off Route 6 on Route 872.

September 2015 Industry Newsletter SCENIC OVERLOOKS AND VIADUCTS ACROSS ROUTE 6 A contributing factor to US Route 6 in Pennsylvania being called one of the most scenic routes are the engineering feats that attempted to overcome difficult terrain and the overlooks that interpret the history of how people moved about the wilderness of Pennsylvania's northern tier. Viaducts, that transport resources and people over the mountains, are visible along Route 6 or just a few miles off. Two of the most popular ones are the Tunkhannock Viaduct and the Kinzua Skywalk. The Tunkhannock (Creek) Viaduct or as some know it, the Nicholson Bridge, celebrates its 100th anniversary this month. Built by the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad (DL&W), construction began in read more...   The PA Route 6 Alliance (PA Route 6) invites organizers of projects throughout the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor to submit a grant application for grant amounts up to $5,000. According to Executive Director, Terri Dennison, the projects should support the mission of PA Route 6, its Management Action Plan, the PA Route 6 Artisan Trail and/or the individual Heritage Workplans for each of the 20 PA Route 6 Heritage Communities. Eligible project activities would include interpretive/educational exhibits and materials, way-finding and gateway signage, and promotional/marketing products that specifically promote the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor. Some examples are: Marketing and educational pieces that promote the heritage of the area Trail development and interpretative signage Packaged itineraries and products associated with those itineraries Elements from existing plans including but not limited to trails, watershed, greenway or heritage community plans PA Route 6 in partnership with DCNR has funding available to support projects totaling $50,000 with a minimum award of $1,000 and maximum award of $5,000. There is a required 1:1 cash match. Applications are due by September 30, 2015. Grant announcements will be made in December. Projects can commence on January 1, 2016. All funds must be expended by December 31, 2016. The project must be located within the boundaries of the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor. This includes the counties of Crawford, Erie, Warren, McKean, Potter, Tioga, Bradford, Wyoming, Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike. The project may also support the PA Route 6 Heritage Community Workplans for any of the 20 Heritage Communities: Conneaut Lake, Edinboro, Union City, Corry, Youngsville, Warren, Kane, Smethport, Coudersport, Austin, Galeton, Mansfield, Wyalusing, Tunkhannock, Carbondale, Waymart, Honesdale, White Mills, Hawley and Milford. Funding for the PA Route 6 Mini Grant Program is provided through the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Bureau of Recreation and Conservation (BRC) and therefore must adhere to all statewide rules and regulations. Eligible applicants for the program would include non-profit 501(c)3 organizations, municipalities, COG's, Conservation Districts, and Housing and Redevelopment Authorities. DOWNLOAD APPLICATION Next Month's Feature.... The Perfect Getaway, Perfect Retreats  The PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor featured 5 railroad related attractions in an ½ page ad in AAA World magazine this month. The ad is targeted at railroad enthusiasts, encouraging them to visit the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad, the Kinzua Skywalk, the PA Lumber Museum, Steamtown National Park Site and the Stourbridge Line. Thank you to all of our partners who participated.  Check out our Railroad Page for more information.  TAKE THE HIGH ROAD MOTORCYCLE LOOPS ON ROUTE 6 Motorcyclists from all over the United States and Canada have enjoyed the rolling terrain and lush landscape of US Route 6 in Pennsylvania for years. To help motorcyclists plan their trip, the PA Route 6 Alliance had announced that a map with suggested touring loops off the historic highway, called "Take the High Road", is now available. The loop tours start and end at one point on the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor, winding through several counties, historic sites, breathtaking overlooks and fun places to see along the trip. The five loop tours cover anywhere from 118 miles to 260 miles and are designed to include great places for meals and overnights. The loops can be experienced as separate trips or pulled together for one long week of experiencing one of America's favorite highways.Read more... Calling all Artisans, Galleries, and Art-based retail shops: The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail membership drive is in high swing. Get on board now to be included on our website, in our new magazine publication and as part of the April is Art celebration across Route 6. For more information, contact Merry Ryding atmerry.paroute6@verizon.net or visit our website atwww.paroute6.com/artisantrailmembership    The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and the Pennsylvania Park and Recreation Society (PRPS) are inviting Pennsylvanians to find some healthy fun at a park or recreation program close to them through a new website, brand and outreach effort. The "Good for You, Good for All" campaign is intended to broaden awareness, and increase engagement and support for local parks and recreation. The campaign hopes to make more than 5,600 read more...