Urban Redevelopment Authority Archives

Will Avenues of Hope’s millions of dollars intersect with neighborhood needs?

A year after Pittsburgh promised focused investment in Black neighborhood business districts, the "delicate dance" between resources and visions has just begun.

14 Oct 2021

Avenues of Hope gets over $600,000 for revitalization in Black neighborhoods

“Avenues of Hope is more than a singular program or project. It is an initiative that helps us intentionally prioritize Black economic inclusion and community development throughout our work."

19 Aug 2021

Joey and Christy Porter open doors to community hub in Sheraden

"Our mission is to be great neighbors and service providers."

07 Jun 2021

Walnut Capital and URA partner to invest millions in Larimer, from affordable housing to a workforce development center

The plan is to fund a workforce development center, commit $1 million toward affordable housing and pay for support to develop the Larimer Master Plan.

11 Feb 2021

CARES CommuniTEA Café now open in the Hill District

The coffee shop is part of the Avenues of Hope initiative, which is investing in seven of the city's historically Black neighborhoods.

03 Feb 2021

The URA’s Greg Flisram and Diamonte Walker on the Covid crisis and recovery in Pittsburgh

Greg Flisram and Diamonte Walker talk about economic recovery in the time of Covid and which programs are most effective now.

02 Dec 2020

Need help? Want to help? 9 resources to check out

Many groups are coming forward, some with offers of help, some seeking volunteers or donations. Theimpact of the coronavirus

19 Mar 2020

7 ways to get help for coronavirus issues, from taxes to housing to virtual tipping

The coronavirus crisis continues to impact everyday lives, but agencies and organizations are responding in various ways to help people cope.

17 Mar 2020

Penguins and Live Nation team up for music venue at former Civic Arena site

The venue is intended to be similar to The Anthem in Washington D.C., and Toyota Music Factory in Irving, Texas, which anchor successful mixed-use districts.

05 Mar 2020

$35 million for hundreds of small businesses, and the URA has more to give to local entrepreneurs

Thirty percent of the URA's total loans were issued to minority and women-owned businesses.

16 Sep 2019

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