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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pittsburgh public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Complete Streets funding increase
An extra $1.3 million for Complete Streets projects — safer streets for walkers, bikers, and drivers — funded entirely by federal highway dollars at no cost to the city.
Allegheny River Green Boulevard project
Council took up a $566,108.95 engineering agreement (80% reimbursable) and an amended PennDOT agreement raising the project cap to $4.61 million for the Allegheny River Green Boulevard project.
Permit parking waiver for caregivers
A resident got a $40 ticket while helping a friend with dementia get his medication, because permit-parking rules cap visits at one hour. He asked Council to pass an ordinance creating a waiver for people assisting residents.
North Shore lane controls, Fort Pitt Park, and riverfront trail grants
The city accepted a $739,007 PennDOT grant for North Shore overhead lane use controls, plus DCNR grants for the Fort Pitt Park renovation and Allegheny Riverfront Trail connectivity planning — all at no cost to the city beyond the matched capital budget dollars.
Sidewalk Obstructions and Construction Maintenance
A resident highlighted pedestrian safety hazards caused by unfinished sidewalk construction blocking walkways for children and seniors near schools.
Sylvan Avenue Multimodal Path Funding
Council approved additional funding for the Sylvan Avenue path connecting Greenfield and Hazelwood. Officials reassured residents that the path is strictly for pedestrians and bikes, not motor vehicles.