Inside Lebo

Hear how the Mt. Lebanon Fire Department’s role has expanded to include emergency medical response. Deputy Chief Steve Quatchak and volunteer firefighter and EMT Mike Kappel discuss training, medical calls, the department’s partnership with MRTSA and its volunteer EMS pilot program.

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In this episode, Magisterial District Judge Hilary Wheatley discusses her role serving Mt. Lebanon and Dormont and gives residents a closer look at the local court system, including what to expect when appearing in court and how to prepare.

Hear how Inside Lebo began, how it has evolved and the memorable people and moments that have shaped its first 100 episodes. The special episode brings together past and present members of Mt. Lebanon’s Public Information Office to reflect on the podcast’s journey and celebrate this milestone.

Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor talk with Police Chief Jason Haberman about e-bikes, electric scooters and other devices, including Pennsylvania laws and tips for safely sharing the road.

Pennsylvania State Rep. Jen Mazzocco shares her journey to public service, reflects on the experiences that shaped her career and explains the role of a state representative. She also discusses how her office assists constituents, the importance of staying connected with the community and what motivates her to serve. 

College interns from five municipal departments share how their summer experiences are shaping their future careers. Hear from interns in the Police, Social Services, Planning, Treasury and Public Information offices as they discuss their work, what they’ve learned and how local government is making an impact.

Rachel Windsor and Ian McMeans talk with Commercial Districts Manager Eric Milliron about the evolution of Mt. Lebanon’s summer events, this year’s Final Friday concert series and the importance of a thriving Uptown business district.

Barb Saunders discusses her new role as executive director of Outreach Teen & Family Services and reflects on more than 20 years in youth mental health. The conversation focuses on expanding community support, listening to families and youth and addressing evolving mental health challenges across the South Hills.

This episode features resident and Mt. Lebanon Magazine contributing writer Mia McPherson, who discusses the inspiration behind the Lebo Legacy Project and the importance of preserving community wisdom for future generations. Inspired by the Cornell Legacy Project and the book “30 Lessons for Living,” the initiative invites longtime residents to share memories, lessons and perspectives about life in Mt. Lebanon.

“Inside Lebo: Voices of the Class of 2026” features Mt. Lebanon High School seniors Cole Gibbons and Katherine “Kat” Walters discussing leadership, service, athletics and balancing busy schedules as graduation approaches. 

Mt. Lebanon’s Community Service Award recipient Ron Block discusses his decades of volunteer work restoring native woodlands in local parks and the lasting impact of those efforts. In this episode of “Inside Lebo,” Block shares how planning, collaboration and long-term stewardship have transformed natural spaces for future generations.

Public Information Officer Laura Pace Lilley and Director of Public Works Rudy Sukal discuss how the Arbor Day celebration brings students, educators and municipal leaders together while reinforcing Mt. Lebanon’s long-standing Tree City USA designation, awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Mt. Lebanon native Matt Coleman, a paramedic with Medical Rescue Team South Authority (MRTSA), shares how growing up in the community shaped his path to public service. The episode explores Coleman’s experiences attending Mt. Lebanon High School and Duquesne University, his decision to enter emergency services and what it means to care for neighbors in the town he has always called home. 

Featuring Patrick Conners, the new executive director of the South Hills Area Council of Governments (SHACOG). Conners discusses how 23 South Hills communities collaborate through SHACOG to share resources, strengthen public services and support nearly 300,000 residents.

Assistant Municipal Manager Ian McMeans and Assistant Public Information Officer Rachel Windsor talk with Racket Center Manager Darin Rauso about year-round racket sports, growing participation and the addition of pickleball courts opening this spring.

On this episode of Inside Lebo, hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor spotlight Mt. Lebanon’s Junior Board Member Program, which gives high school students hands-on experience serving on municipal advisory boards. Junior Board Members Paolo Scolieri and Eleanor Schulte-Albert share how the program has shaped their understanding of local government, resiliency, civic engagement and public service.

In this episode of Inside Lebo, recreation staff Tim Ishman, assistant director of recreation, and Tony Attanucci, hockey director, spotlight the municipality's Ice Center. The discussion covers public skating, learn-to-skate and hockey programs, parties, amenities and ways residents of all ages can get involved.

New Mt. Lebanon Commissioners Nick Petti and Margaret Izzo join Inside Lebo to share what brought them to the community and what motivated them to run for office. They discuss their backgrounds, early priorities and how residents can stay engaged in local politics.