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Pittsburgh will transfer $200,000 from the Stop the Violence Trust Fund to CitiParks to pay for staff and supplies at the McKinley Recreation Center. The money will support out-of-school time programs and services for children and youth. City Council unanimously approved the transfer on August 3, 2026, following sponsorship by Council Member Robert Charland.

Resolution transferring the amount of two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000) to the Department of Parks and Recreation (CitiParks) from…

Pittsburgh will pay $73,050 to Musco Sports Lighting for a software package to digitally control lighting across all city ballfields and parks. The City Council unanimously approved the payment on August 3, 2026.

Resolution providing for the issuance of a warrant in favor of Musco Sports Lighting, in the amount of Seventy Three Thousand Fifty Dollars…

Pittsburgh will partner with Piatt Companies to rebuild a section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail at parcel 7-M-00110-0009 for an esplanade redevelopment project. The project aims to create a riverfront community hub, and the agreement involves no cost to the city.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor, the Director of the Department of Public Works (“DPW”), and/or the Director of the Department of Finance,…

Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Public Works to enter into an Agreement or Agreements with the United States Soccer Foundation for the purpose of receiving…

Pittsburgh City Council voted unanimously to shift $55,000 from the District 1 neighborhood needs fund to pay for reconstruction at Spring Garden Playground. Sponsored by Councilman Bobby Wilson, the measure passed on August 3, 2026.

Resolution further amending Resolution No. 855 of 2011, effective December 29, 2011, as amended, entitled “Resolution adopting and…

Pittsburgh is cutting unspent balances from four completed or closing park improvement projects funded by the parks tax, removing a total of $1,248.17 from the Department of Public Works' budget. The cuts affect the Grandview Avenue Play Area, Lincoln Place Dek Hockey lights, parks fitness equipment, and Upper McKinley Playground upgrades.

Resolution further amending Resolution No. 886 of 2021, effective December 27, 2021, entitled “Resolution adopting and approving the 2022…

Pittsburgh is moving $200,000 from the Stop the Violence Trust Fund to the Department of Parks & Recreation to pay for staff and supplies for out‑of‑school programs at Burgwin Recreation Center.

Resolution transferring the amount of two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000) to the Department of Parks and Recreation (CitiParks) from…

The Pittsburgh Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services issued a report on July 22, 2026 with an affirmative recommendation, outlining its suggestions for city programs.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for July 22, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

Pittsburgh City Council voted 9-0 to shift $52,854.68 within the Department of Public Works budget. The money moves away from swimming pool maintenance and pool rehabilitation to fund Lookout Playground upgrades for play area improvements.

Resolution further amending Resolution No. 797 of 2017, effective December 28, 2017, as amended, entitled “Resolution adopting and…

The Pittsburgh Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services issued a report on July 8, 2026 with an affirmative recommendation for city recreation, youth and senior programs.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for July 8, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

Pittsburgh will let Macedonia FACE use the Ammon Recreation Center at 2217 Bedford Avenue to offer senior programs, congregate meals and supportive services for older adults, starting in September for up to two years at no cost to the city.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation, to enter into a Facilities Usage Agreements or…

Pittsburgh City Council shifted $19,537.68 within the Public Works Department's Park Reconstruction Program. The money moves from CityFarms Brookline and District 7 to District 7 Community Gardens.

Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution number 675 of 2008, entitled “Adopting and approving the 2009 Capital Budget and…

The Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services issued a report on July 1, 2026 with an affirmative recommendation.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for July 1, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

The Pittsburgh Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services issued a report with an affirmative recommendation on June 17, 2026. The report outlines proposed actions for city recreation, youth and senior programs.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for June 17, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

Pittsburgh will receive up to $25,000 in grant money to buy tax‑delinquent private land and improve greenway connectivity. The mayor, the Office of Management and Budget, and the City Planning Department can sign agreements with the Open Space Institute to use the funds. The grant will be deposited in the Grants Trust Fund for the land purchase.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Director of the Department of City Planning…

Pittsburgh’s Department of Parks and Recreation can now set up a City Farms Garden Program that lets residents, businesses, or community groups lease small plots on permanently city‑owned land for urban gardening. Licenses last less than a year and can be renewed if rules are followed. The program is open to anyone who wants to grow food on city property.

Ordinance amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh City Code, Title 4: Public Places and Property, Article VII: City Realty by adding a…

Pittsburgh will let the Department of City Planning create a Greenways Program that allows community groups and individuals to steward city greenways and run urban‑agriculture projects under short‑term agreements.

Ordinance amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh City Code, Title 4: Public Places and Property, Article VII: City Realty by adding a…

Pittsburgh updated its park rules to explicitly ban digging, removing soil, rocks, plants, or wood, and foraging or collecting seeds without a city-approved urban agriculture lease or written permission. The rules apply across all city parks, excepting permitted City-approved orchards and urban agricultural spaces.

Ordinance amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh City Code, Title 4: Public Places and Property, Article XI: Parks and Playgrounds by…

Pittsburgh will transfer $550,000 from sports facilities to play area improvements. The money will go to Lewis Playground Improvements. This change affects the 2025 budget.

Resolution amending Resolution No. 924 of 2024, effective December 18, 2024, entitled "Resolution adopting and approving the 2025 Capital…

Pittsburgh will spend up to $499,900 to renovate Allegheny Landing Park. The mayor and the Public Works director can sign a sub‑award with the nonprofit Riverlife to use grant money for the project. The work will improve the park for local residents and visitors.

Resolution amending Resolution 542 of 2023 authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Public Works to enter into a…

Pittsburgh will accept a $10,000 donation from Preservation Pittsburgh to conserve the Soldiers and Sailors Foundation monument in Arsenal Park. The City Council voted 9-0 on June 16, 2026, to approve the funds, which will be deposited into the Public Art Trust Fund.

Resolution authorizing, pursuant to Ch. 210 (“Acceptance of Gifts to City”) of the City Code, the Mayor and the Director of the Department…

Pittsburgh will apply for a $250,000 grant to help fund the Manchester Park Rehabilitation Project, with a local match of $37,500. The project aims to rehabilitate Manchester Park. The total project cost is $287,500.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor of the City of Pittsburgh, and the Department of Public Works to apply for a grant from Pennsylvania…

Pittsburgh will apply for a $250,000 grant to plan Bedford Park, with a local match of $37,500. The grant is for the Planning of Bedford Park. The total project cost is $287,500.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor of the City of Pittsburgh and the Department of Public Works to apply for a grant from Pennsylvania…

Pittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services. The report is for June 3, 2026, and includes an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for June 3, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation, on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh, to enter into an agreement or agreements for booking, performance and…

Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of Parks and Recreation on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh to enter into a financial Sponsorship Agreement with Bank of New York Mellon Corporation…

Resolution providing for a Reimbursement Agreement or Agreements with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for costs associated with the Construction phase of the West End Trolley Trail…

Pittsburgh will receive up to $250,000 to recreate community at the Thaddeus Stevens Recreation Center. The grant funds come from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The money will be used for community projects at the recreation center.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Director of the Department of Public Works…

Pittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services. The report is for May 18, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.

Report of the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services for May 18, 2026 with an Affirmative Recommendation.

Pittsburgh will accept a grant and spend up to $400,000 to replace the HVAC and roofing systems at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill Branch. The grant is from the Pennsylvania Office of Commonwealth Libraries. The work will be done at the Squirrel Hill Branch.

Resolution amending resolution No. 712 of 2025, entitled “Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Finance to…

Pittsburgh residents have petitioned for a public hearing to keep Serpentine Drive in Schenley Park closed to cars. The petition aims to maintain the road as a pedestrian and bike only throughway. No cost is mentioned.

Petition from the residents of the City of Pittsburgh requesting a Public Hearing before City Council regarding maintaining Serpentine…