Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pittsburgh public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues with low priority
Return of 'Workplace Accidents and the Law' historical marker to Market Square
A validated citizen petition is asking City Council to take up the return of the "Workplace Accidents and the Law" historical marker to Market Square. The marker commemorates labor and legal history tied to that downtown location. Wednesday's hearing is the first step in deciding whether it comes back.
Belasco Station improvements
PRT will pay for modest beautification improvements at the light rail station at Broadway and Belasco avenues, after a more ambitious $6 million platform plan was scrapped over safety issues.
Recycling education and outreach
The recycling education contract was extended one year with $14,492 more — all grant money, no city funds. Staff reported strong tonnages and low contamination, and new messaging targets items like paper cartons people mistakenly recycle.
Squirrel Hill North Parking Permit Expansion
The 'MM' residential parking permit area in Squirrel Hill North would be expanded to additional streets, affecting where permit holders may park and restricting non-resident parking.
Parade street closures block workers
A Downtown resident relayed a shop owner's complaint that Veterans Day and other parade closures kept employees from reaching jobs for hours, and suggested a pass or 'blue card' letting workers through.
Wabash Park renaming to Randy C. Martini Park
A Naming Commission recommendation would rename Wabash Park and its field after Randy C. Martini. It was held for a cable-cast public hearing before any action.
SoilMill PGH composting expansion
The city is spending up to $124,000 with MidAtlantic Solid Waste Consultants on its 'Our Common Ground' composting initiative. Council Member Gross celebrated the city's composting progress — including the wood chipper that now supplies community gardeners — and asked the administration to keep expanding.
Strip District liquor license and North Craig sewage plan
Adda Gelato is a step closer to serving at 2550-2554 Smallman Street with a transferred liquor license, and a sewage facilities plan revision for 139 N. Craig Street advanced — both at no cost to the city.
East Liberty Solar Energy Garden Park Proposal
A resident proposed developing a vacant lot at Penn and Negley in East Liberty into a solar energy garden park with athletic fields and educational spaces, leveraging local university partnerships.