Hello everyone! Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Hastings Community Newsletter. This newsletter is a project of the Communications Committee, a subcommittee of the Hastings Neighborhood Association (HNA). It’s goal is to inform residents and community members about various topics of interest within the community. Topics planned will include upcoming community events, pertinent information from the Board, Crossroads business updates, short bios of Board and community members, history of the land we call home, along with links to Board Meeting Minutes and brief reports from the many subcommittees working in the area.
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Hastings (HNA) Management Company
The Hastings Neighborhood Association (HNA) board, with the assistance of Steve Nance, head of the search committee, has decided on Omni Management Company for a one-year contract to serve as the development’s new management company. The management company will administer the “nuts and bolts” business of the development, with the HNA board providing oversight.
Omni serves the community by performing functions such as collecting dues, researching and contracting landscaping and snow removal companies, addressing community issues, and serving as the “face” of the Hastings community.
The HNA formulated and issued an RFP (Request for Proposal). Then they researched prospective management companies used by other HOAs in the region, spoke with their presidents, and conducted internet-based searches to find those that met the board’s criteria.
Seven management companies responded to the call for bids and were scheduled for interviews. The board narrowed the responding companies from seven applicants to three finalists based on their interviews and the content of their proposals regarding performance, cost, and additional perks and options included in the price.
The reputation of the Omni Community Manager, Nathan, was outstanding for his oversight of contracts with outside service providers, his timeliness in addressing new issues within the community, and his general management of all details within his scope.
We are currently in transition from the previous management company, RJ, to the new company, Omni. Homeowners have already received changes regarding where dues payments will be made, how to bring all their community concerns to the attention of Omni, and how to continue to follow established HNA rules and procedures as outlined in the homeowner’s documents. The contracting of Omni is a significant step in maintaining the quality of life for which the Hastings Community is known, both now and into 2026.
If you have any neighborhood concerns or requests, contact our Omni Property Manager, Nathan Colosimo, by email at: ncolosimo@omni-property.com or by phone at 724-749-5020
Roaming Bean Coffee Truck
Thanks to the well-organized and effectively publicized efforts of Christine Froelich, Krysta Cornyn, and the Activities Committee, the recent coffee truck event in the Hastings development was a notable success. The event featured “Roaming Bean”, a local coffee company that served more than just beverages and treats; it fostered community connections, supported a South Hills business, and provided a fun morning for residents. Held on Tuesday, September 30, in front of Recon Brewing, the event drew a large and enthusiastic crowd.
Roaming Bean reported a steady flow of satisfied customers throughout the morning. Organizers highlighted that the mobile, open-air setup created a relaxed environment conducive to mingling among neighbors and the broader South Fayette community. Promotion for the event included postings on the South Fayette Community Page, the “Hastings Neighborhood Association” Facebook group, “Life at Hastings” Facebook group, as well as an email alert sent to all residents. Word of mouth also contributed to strong attendance from Chartiers Bend residents.
The event was such a success that The Roaming Bean Truck is returning to Hastings on Monday, November 3rd from 7:30 am to 11am!
Past activities organized by the committee include an Easter egg hunt, movie nights, and a small business market at Crossroads. Future Hastings events are planned, including a Halloween Parade starting in the Chartiers Bend lobby (with kids and pets in costume), Light Up Night on the green with Santa, and Christmas Caroling (date TBA).
Hastings residents interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend upcoming meetings, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Chartiers Bend auditorium, or to contact Christine Froelich via email at christinefroelich@gmail.com.
Diwali Celebration
October usually sees significant changes in the weather. We put on our warmer clothing and prepare for young visitors in costume knocking on the door and hoping to get bags full of tasty treats to take home. But for many of Hastings residents, October holds an even greater significance. In addition to the usual fall happenings, it’s also the month that our residents of Indian descent celebrate the Hindu holiday of Diwali(dee-vaa-lee).
Diwali, also known as the “Festival of Light”, is related to the Hindu goddess of prosperity, Lakshmi. The holiday is celebrated by Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists and marks the beginning of the fiscal year in India. To gain a better understanding of Diwali, I interviewed Akshay Monga, one of many Hastings residents of Indian descent. Akshay explained the significance and customs associated with Diwali. He shared that it’s a time to share sweets and gifts with family, friends, and neighbors. Children also look forward to the celebration because they receive new clothing as gifts. Families decorate the home inside and out with strings of lights, which metaphorically represent the “goodness” that exists in the world. He explained that they also celebrate Christmas in December, which has many similarities to Diwali. Akshay and many of the other families of Indian descent invited all residents in the Hastings neighborhood to celebrate the “kid-friendly” Diwali Lights Celebration, which took place on October 20 at the Green at Longmore Lane and will be extending that invitation again in the coming years.
