A trust fund for Pittsburgh’s parks? You may be voting on it this fall.
Funding could come from real estate taxes ($43.75 for every $100k of assessed value) and matching funds from the Conservancy.
20 Jun 2019
Historic Allegheny City stables will anchor new North Side apartment complex
The stable building is the last surviving civic structure built by the government of Allegheny City.
12 Jun 2019
Pittsburgh is ahead of schedule on 2030 District environmental challenge
Our city is a full year ahead of schedule on the international building challenge.
24 May 2019
Conference on the benefits of immigration kicks off this week in Pittsburgh
While many of the events discuss the economic benefits of new migration, there is an equal focus on the broader, intangible benefits to civic culture.
14 May 2019
New podcast showcases Pittsburgh’s vast collection of public art
“The City confirms its commitment on playing a significant role as a funder to actively insure the importance of monuments, memorials and public art,” said Mayor Peduto.
08 May 2019
Mayor Peduto is in New York studying public fiber-optic networks. Here’s why.
Fifty-five U.S. cities have invested in citywide fiber-optic networks to serve their residents. Are we next?
02 May 2019
“Lives are on the line.” All-In anniversary event examines racial equity in Pittsburgh
The recent not guilty verdict for East Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosfeld for the murder of Antwon Rose II loomed large over the event.
12 Apr 2019
The Strip District is booming. Can local infrastructure keep up?
While many community leaders have celebrated the turnaround, several tell NEXTpittsburgh that the new prosperity has produced its own set of challenges.
11 Apr 2019
Want a more inclusive Pittsburgh? The free Inclusive Innovation Summit begins March 28.
Running March 28-30, the summit features a wide range of activists, artists and entrepreneurs.
19 Mar 2019
OnePGH: How will Pittsburgh fund this billion-dollar plan?
The initiative could settle long-standing disputes over how much nonprofits should pay into city coffers.
19 Nov 2018