Pittsburgh to Host Five City in the Streets Events This Spring and Summer

Pittsburgh will continue its City in the Streets initiative with five upcoming events this spring and summer that align with the program’s intention to bring local government directly to city residents.

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The initiative is a part of Mayor Ed Gainey’s Plan for Peace, which advocates for a public health approach to community development. Its intention is to create an environment in which residents can thoughtfully engage with city leadership and regional authorities during a block party-style event.

This year, City in the Streets will also address community safety concerns by creating environments that are clean, walkable, well-lit, and equipped with safe housing and recreational amenities. The mayor’s office noted that research has found that neighborhoods with these characteristics experience lower crime rates and offer a more secure environment.

This year’s program will focus services and operations in areas where poverty and violence are more prevalent, while also building trust with residents and providing essential education. The events will serve as an opportunity to listen to the needs of residents and engage in public problem-solving.

Each event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This year’s events include:

• Tuesday, April 29: Fowler Park (2435 Wilson Avenue) in Perry South 

• Thursday, May 15: a location in Elliott that is yet to be determined 

• Wednesday, June 25: a location in Lincoln, East Liberty, or Larimer that is yet to be determined

• Wednesday, July 16: a location in Allentown that is yet to be determined

• Wednesday, August 20: a location in East Hills that is yet to be determined

Further locations will later be added. More information on the initiative can be found online.