Pittsburgh City Council (Legistar) · May 15, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026
PittsburghPA
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$2.9M
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Recap
At the June 9, 2026, meeting, the Pittsburgh City Council voted 8-0 to approve a $14,883,152 agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the Liberty Avenue Highway Safety Improvements Program. Council members also voted unanimously to increase city spending on white-tailed deer wildlife management by $103,133 in partnership with the USDA. Additionally, the council approved a $3,151 settlement with 1410 East Carson, LLC to pay for a front window broken by a police horse. Finally, the council passed new zoning rules creating a dedicated classification for stores selling tobacco, vape, and cannabinoid products.
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Budget & taxes
Resolution providing for the sale of certain property, acquired by the City of Pittsburgh at tax sales. ITEMS A through W: A: 6601 Lyric Street, 124-R-300 (Council District 9), B: 0 Deary Street,…
Budget & taxes8–0Dist. 9PassedCommunication from Rea Price, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget, submitting a donation to the Department of Public Safety from the Allegheny County Health Department including…
Budget & taxes$4.6KinPassed
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Contracts & purchasing
Resolution amending Resolution 846-2023, authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Innovation & Performance, on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh, to enter into an agreement or…
Contracts & purchasing$1.9M8–0PassedResolution providing for the authorization to make all legitimate expenditures for payments and agreements or agreements with various agencies for job development and employment services necessary to…
Contracts & purchasing$210Kmoved8–0Passed
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Housing
Pittsburgh will refund $27,000 for the purchase of 503 Climax Street, as the property has been demolished. The property is located in the Eighteenth Ward. The refund is part of repealing an item in a previous resolution.
Housing$27.0Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh has cancelled previously approved sales for 27 city-owned properties across Council Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 9 because the transactions were never completed. The parcels will remain under city ownership.
Housing8–0Passed
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Land use & zoning
Resolution providing for an amended Reimbursement Agreement or Agreements with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for costs associated with the Preliminary Design, Final Design, Right of…
Land use & zoning$15Min8–0PassedPittsburgh is updating its zoning code to create a dedicated classification and new conditional use requirements for stores selling tobacco, vape, and cannabinoid products. The change establishes specific zoning rules on where new smoke and vape shops can open across the city.
Land use & zoning8–0PassedPittsburgh City Council voted 8-0 on June 9, 2026, to give the Planning Commission 28 more days—until August 4, 2026—to review proposed new rules for short-term rentals. Council member Deborah Gross sponsored the extension, which applies to Council Bill 2026-0009 regarding zoning updates for short-term rentals.
Land use & zoning8–0Passed
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Streets & transit
Pittsburgh will pay Cyclomedia Technology, Inc. up to $814,936.75 over 9 years for access to 360 GeoCycloramas and LiDAR data for city-owned roads. This will help with streetlight and telecommunication attachment inventory. The city is increasing its approved spending by $46,590.
Streets & transit$815K8–0PassedPittsburgh will reimburse Verizon for up to $6,500 for work on the City Steps project. Verizon will pay the city back for the costs. The project is located in the area of City Steps - Potomac.
Streets & transit$6.5Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh will receive a donation to support its State of Mobility & Safety Perception Survey. The American Society of Highway Engineers - Pittsburgh Chapter is donating up to $500 for gift cards. The survey aims to gather feedback on mobility and safety in the city.
Streets & transit$500inPassedPittsburgh is authorizing agreements to allow the Allegheny Valley Railroad Company, the Army Corps of Engineers, PWSA, and neighboring property owners to access city land while railroad crossings at Lock Way East and Lock Way West in District 7 are upgraded or removed.
Streets & transitDist. 7HeldPittsburgh will reimburse up to $1,000,000 for the Beaver Avenue Esplanade Project. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will cover the costs. The project is for the Study and Preliminary Design phases.
Streets & transit$1.0M8–0Passed
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Police, fire & safety
Pittsburgh will pay 1410 East Carson, LLC up to $3,151 to settle a claim for damage to the business's front window caused by a police horse. The business is located at 1410 East Carson Street. The payment will be made over one year.
Police, fire & safety$3.2K8–0PassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Public Safety and Wellness. The report is for a meeting on June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.
Police, fire & safetyPassedPittsburgh will pay International Trauma Life Support-Penn Ohio up to $8,100 for trauma and life support certifications. This is for the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. The funds come from the bureau's general fund.
Police, fire & safety$8.1K8–0Passed
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Parks & recreation
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.
Parks & recreation$550Kmoved9–0PassedPittsburgh 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.
Parks & recreation$250Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh 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.
Parks & recreation$250Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh 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.
Parks & recreationPassedResolution 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…
Parks & recreation$55.0K8–0PassedResolution 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…
Parks & recreation$50.0K8–0Passed
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Water, sewer & utilities
Pittsburgh will reimburse Pennsylvania American Water Company for up to $5,350 in costs associated with the City Steps project. The company will pay for certain work and the city will refund them. This affects the City Steps project area.
Water, sewer & utilities$5.3Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh will reimburse Pennsylvania American Water Company for up to $3,500 in costs associated with the City Steps project. The company will pay for the work and the city will reimburse them. The project is located in the area of the City Steps.
Water, sewer & utilities$3.5Kin8–0PassedPittsburgh has approved an update to its official sewage facilities plan to allow Duquesne University's proposed School of Health Sciences building at 1208 Forbes Avenue to connect to the city's sewer system.
Water, sewer & utilities8–0Passed
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Health & human services
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Environment & climate
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How the city runs
Pittsburgh will update its code to change the article number for rules about city-owned spaces. This change affects city-owned or controlled properties, including buildings, parks, and libraries. No money is mentioned in the update.
How the city runs8–0PassedPittsburgh will update its code to change the article number for rules about using city-owned spaces. The change affects the city's public places and property rules. No money is mentioned in the update.
How the city runs8–0PassedPittsburgh will pay Robert Mahouski and their legal counsel $108,296.64 to settle litigation. The payment will be made in 2026. This resolves a case filed in the Common Pleas Court of Allegheny County.
How the city runs$108K6–0PassedPittsburgh received a status update from the Grants Office for the week ended June 5, 2026. The update was submitted by Rea Price, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget. No specific actions or funding were mentioned.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Finance and Law. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funds are allocated.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Human Resources. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No action was taken beyond receiving the report.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Innovation, Performance, Asset Management, and Technology. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.
How the city runsPassedPittsburgh will pay Granicus, Inc. up to $890,244.27 over six years for website content management. The city is increasing its approved amount by $394,636.27. This is for the city's website.
How the city runs$890K8–0PassedPittsburgh received a report from the Committee on Intergovernmental and Educational Affairs. The report is for June 3, 2026, and has an affirmative recommendation. No specific actions or funding are mentioned.
How the city runsPassed
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Proclamations
The Pittsburgh City Council adopted a proclamation congratulating the Obama Academy of International Studies boys basketball team for their 20‑10 season, City League championship, regional title, and historic run to the state playoffs.
ProclamationsPassedThe Pittsburgh City Council adopted a proclamation congratulating the Obama Academy of International Studies Eagles baseball team for winning the City League Baseball Championship with a 15‑6 record and other honors. The resolution honors the players, coaches and the school’s sports program.
ProclamationsPassedPittsburgh City Council adopted a resolution to congratulate the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team for winning their third consecutive District 8 Team Tournament championship during the 2025-2026 season. Head Coach Clifford Curtis, five assistant coaches, and 25 student team members were recognized for their 9-6 overall record and a 100% scholarship rate.
ProclamationsPassedThe City of Pittsburgh will formally recognize Destiny of Faith Church for its 15‑year anniversary and commend Reverend Dr. Brenda J. Gregg and the congregation for their service to the Northside community.
ProclamationsPassedPittsburgh City Council honored retiring WTAE-TV anchor and reporter Sheldon Ingram for his 34-year career in local broadcast journalism. Council declared June 9, 2026, as "Sheldon Ingram Day" in the city.
ProclamationsPassed