PGH District 8

PGH District 8

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Official Bluesky page for the Office of Councilperson Erika Strassburger, serving Pittsburgh's Oakland, Shadyside, and Squirrel Hill neighborhoods. https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/City-Council/Districts/Erika-Strassburger-District-8

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🧟‍♀️ Don’t let election deadlines get you. You can get ahead with one trip to your county’s early on-demand voting location by Oct. 27. Find where at vote.pa/early.

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With the City facing a projected deficit of more than $200 million over the next five years, we have some difficult decisions ahead of us. City Council has a responsibility to address these challenges while protecting the services residents rely on.

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More than 10,000 runners, walkers, and trotters will be participating in the 2026 Great Race THIS weekend! Expect road closures Downtown on Saturday and in Downtown, Uptown, Oakland, and Squirrel Hill on Sunday.

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🚦Walk signals with countdown timers, plus buttons that provide an audible signal to help people know when it is safe to cross 🚦Leading Pedestrian Intervals for all crossings 🚦Painted bumpouts and revised signage

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This new signal features: 🚦New black-painted poles that hold the traffic signals 🚦Larger, brighter LED traffic lights with reflective panels behind them to make the signals easier to see 🚦Energy-efficient LED streetlights designed to reduce light shining into the sky and nearby homes

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There are only 3 months left until the November 3 elections! Update your registration and make sure you’re ready to vote at vote.pa/check.

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It was an honor to celebrate Wendi Miller's birthday and spend time exploring Wendi’s Birthday Exhibit. Wendi was a trailblazing advocate whose leadership helped make Pittsburgh a more welcoming and inclusive place for so many.

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Her legacy continues to inspire, and this exhibit is testament to the impact one person can have on a community. Thank you to The Wendi Miller Legacy Project for making this celebration possible and for continuing to preserve and share Wendi's story.

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Yesterday, Pittsburgh City Council recognized Aphasia Awareness Day. Thank you to Aphasia Community Support Pittsburgh and all those who help ensure individuals affected by aphasia have access to the resources, support, and community they deserve.

post-gazette.comAphasia awareness gains traction in Pittsburgh City Council, state HouseThe word is finally starting to spread about aphasia. Despite affecting more than 2 million Americans annually, few people have heard about the neurological...
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City Cuts applications are OPEN! 🌱 Spots are limited — residents may qualify if they: • Are 62 or older • Are veterans • Have a disability preventing them from cutting grass • Have a household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guideline

pittsburghpa.govCity CutsCity Cuts is the City of Pittsburgh’s lawn cutting program for our older neighbors, our veteran neighbors, and our neighbors with disabilities who do not have the means to cut their own grass.

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There’s just one week left to vote by mail or early on-demand! 📨 Request a mail ballot at vote.pa/mail. 📍 Find your county’s early voting locations at vote.pa/early.

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2027 Budget Engagements are approaching! Join the Mayor's Office and the Office of Management & Budget at the Greenfield Healthy Active Living Center on May 26th at 6:00 PM for a community discussion on budget priorities for the coming financial year.

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Our business districts are the heart of our neighborhoods, and we are focused on investing in a Main Street that supports small business, strengthens the community, and thrives for all of us.

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Hate and antisemitism have no place in Pittsburgh. I am glad to see justice moving forward and hope this brings some comfort to those impacted by this heinous act.

wesa.fmPittsburgh grand jury indicts 6 residents over alleged antisemitic attack in OaklandA federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has charged six Pittsburgh-area residents with violating the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, obstructing justice, and conspiring to ob...
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Budget shortfalls should never be a surprise and Pittsburghers deserve a seat at the table when it comes to how we plan for the future. That starts with being transparent and sharing information as it comes, not just in times of crisis.

triblive.comOne Pittsburgh councilwoman’s fix for avoiding future budget anguish: Talk early and oftenPittsburgh City Council members blamed their budget-drafting woes on a lack of critical information. The result: a 2026 spending plan crafted by council that the mayor says is underfunded by tens of m...
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As work continues on the Charles Anderson Bridge, inspectors found additional steel deterioration that needs repaired to keep the bridge safe & reliable. Because of these added repairs, the project will take longer than expected and the earliest the bridge is expected to reopen to traffic is 2028.

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United Way’s Free Tax Prep Coalition provides free, in-person tax preparation services to individuals earning up to $50,000 and households of two+ earning up to $70,000. Tax sites are open from mid-January to mid-April each year. Learn more: unitedwayswpa.org/our-impact/c...

unitedwayswpa.orgFree Tax Prep - United Way of Southwestern PennsylvaniaUnited Way’s Free Tax Prep Coalition has helped 129,000+ taxpayers file for free since 2009—saving $29M in fees and generating $212M in refunds. Keep more of your money with free, expert tax help.
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Thank you to Councilman Bobby Wilson for spearheading this task force and to Sally Stadelman for her leadership of Pittsburgh’s Land Bank. I’m glad to be part of this effort to reduce vacant and abandoned properties across the City.

wesa.fmTask force outlines 5-year plan to eliminate blight in Pittsburgh and fund the land bankA price tag of $32 million a year for five years could eliminate blight in the city of Pittsburgh, according to the findings of a city task force charged to find funds for the city’s land bank.
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The challenges our City has faced since I first took office in 2018 have shaped how I serve, and my commitment to inclusive problem solving, strong constituent services, and rebuilding trust in government remains steady.

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Balancing the City’s budget means making tough calls. Thank you to @publicsource.org for breaking down the amendments Council passed this week and the difficult conversations still to come as we continue debate this weekend.

publicsource.orgPittsburgh City Council floats spending increases with vote on tax hike set for SundayPittsburgh City Council plans to add millions to Mayor Gainey’s 2026 budget proposal. A vote on the amendments and a tax hike comes this Sunday.