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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pittsburgh public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
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.
Greenway Expansion and Urban Agriculture Regulations
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.
Homewood Park Construction Project
The city approved an additional $25,678.75 for construction administration on the Homewood Park project with Studio Zewde, bringing the total project cost to over $2.16 million.
Oakland DIY Skate Park and Community Concerns
A local resident raised serious legal liability concerns regarding an unpermitted, illegal skate park built in Panther Hollow, warning that severe injuries to skateboarders could cost taxpayers millions in lawsuits.