The Department of Mobility & Infrastructure (DOMI) has launched a new citywide State of Mobility & Safety Perception Survey to gather data on how residents and commuters travel, how they view of roadway safety, and what transportation improvements they'd like to see.

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The Mayor's Office and OMB are kicking off their public engagement for the 2027 budget with a series of public discussions! In District 5, there will be a session May 26 at 6pm at the Greenfield Healthy Active Living Center. Register here to attend and make your voice heard: buff.ly/ca2Jr2M

On Tuesday, May 19 from 3pm-5pm, join the Hazelwood branch of the Carnegie Library (5006 Second Avenue) as it hosts a spring job fair! Job Fair participants will be able to speak with hiring representatives from more than 15 employers, as well as community resource organizations.

PennDOT is holding a virtual public meeting on May 13 from 5PM-6PM to discuss the Commercial St. Bridge project. Join for info about the upcoming I-376 closure and a Q&A session with the project team. The link to access the meeting will be available on the project's page here: buff.ly/m5DdtGb

The Squirrel Hill Farmers Market is back this weekend! Find farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese, baked goods, and more on Sundays from 9AM-1PM, May 10 through December 20 at the Beacon/Bartlett parking lot.

Our latest newsletter has dropped, featuring updates on upcoming construction projects in D5. Plus: the return of farmers markets, and a bouquet of spring programming blooming in our parks! Read it here: buff.ly/Ud0vDnQ

The City of Pittsburgh’s annual Free Mulch Giveaway is coming up on May 2nd and May 9th! Swing by the Zoo overflow lot from sunup to sundown for mulch made from recycled Christmas trees, while supplies last. Bring your own bucket, shovel, and gloves!

✨ 🌌 On May 4, 12pm to 4pm, join CMU’s Robotics Innovation Center for ONE X ONE, a day of LEGO-based play and learning! This free event, hosted by Baseplate, will take place at the Robotics Innovation Center (4601 Composite St). 🤖 Register via the QR code below or at buff.ly/S1QqHqK

🏠 RentHelpPGH is hosting the Roof Housing Resource Fair on May 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Commonwealth Charter Academy. This will be an opportunity to explore housing options and connect with legal and support services all in one place at a time where social safety nets are being threatened.

CitiParks’s Food Justice Fund Grassroots Grants Program is opening for applications in May, 2026! Potential projects include distributing free food, supporting community gardens, or addressing food waste. 🍎 🌍 Learn more at buff.ly/wkE9SHZ

Celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 25, at the Greenfield neighborhood clean-up event! Come to the Magee Rec Center Parking Lot at 9 a.m. to pick up trash, enjoy refreshments, and connect with the community. 🌱 🌎 More info: buff.ly/Hg4Oron

This Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., enjoy live music, delicious food, and naturalist activities as the Frick Environmental Center celebrates its 10th Anniversary! 🎶🎉🌳 Sign up early and get free swag by scanning the QR code or visiting buff.ly/z2PrbWy

Does your storefront need new windows, doors, paint or signage? Pittsburgh businesses can apply for a facade renovation grant that will fund up to 75% of renovation costs, with a maximum award of $20,000.

🌱 ☀️ The Squirrel Hill Urban Coalition is kicking off Touchdown Clean-up Week with a community cleanup on Sunday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.! 🌎 Volunteer as a group or an individual for one of the events taking place from April 17 to April 24: buff.ly/ncpIqeG

Help shape our city’s future by attending a Comprehensive Plan community engagement meeting on April 13 or 14! 🎉 Your input will help guide City Planning’s approach to land use for the next 25 years. For more info and to register, visit buff.ly/x33D0vj

We're ready for solar! The remediation of this brownfield site in Swisshelm Park is substantially complete. With just a few small items to complete this summer, the URA is preparing to enter into a lease agreement with Capital Good Fund for the construction of a 2MW solar farm on the site.

As Passover begins this evening, we celebrate freedom, resilience, and the enduring traditions of storytelling with friends and family. May this season be filled with hope and renewal to all who observe. 🌿 🌟

The D5 office will be closed this Friday, April 3, for Good Friday, and we will not be holding Office Hours. We hope you have a wonderful Easter Weekend! We will be back with our regular hours on Monday, April 6. 🕊️

♻️ 🌱 The City’s Spring Yard Waste Collection has been moved from April 25 to Saturday, April 18! To participate, place yard debris (e.g., branches, leaves, brush, grass) at your usual trash pickup spot by 6 a.m. For the full list of drop-off locations and acceptable materials, visit buff.ly/oLdJBhm

Our latest newsletter has dropped, featuring new legislation introduced on Tuesday to limit the City’s collaboration with ICE. 🎉 Plus: review the new PRT Busline Refresh Proposal and mark your calendars for the citywide yard waste collection on April 18. 🌱 Read it here: buff.ly/DprcE0a

On Tuesday, City Council voted to pass Councilmember Warwick's legislation to create a Right-of-Way Accessibility Needs Inventory, helping to maintain the accessibility of sidewalks, bus stops, and intersections in future snow events.

Today, Councilmember Warwick, in collaboration with Councilmembers Gross and Strassburger, introduced legislation to limit the City of Pittsburgh’s cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agencies. Learn more: buff.ly/EhzTdm4

Lane closures on Browns Hill Rd between Beechwood Blvd/Hazelwood Ave and the Homestead Grays Bridge in Pittsburgh will start at on Monday, April 6. The lane closures, which are expected to end in May, are required to complete a repairs project that began last year. Learn more: bit.ly/40T9GRQ

Tree and shrub adoptions are now open for Spring 2026! 🌸 🌳 Tree Pittsburgh will host adoption events throughout Allegheny County starting on March 28, with an event in D5 on Thursday, May 7 in Hazelwood. Register and learn more here: buff.ly/GhN1pom

Eid Mubarak! ✨🌙 May this festive conclusion to the month of Ramadan be filled with reflection, blessings, and family. ☪️ 🕌

DOMI is holding a meeting to provide updates on the Boundary and Neville Streetscape Enhancement Plan on Wednesday, March 25th at 6:30pm at OPDC (294 Semple St). Register and learn more here: buff.ly/2K0Gufr

What should the City prioritize in the next round of Food Justice Fund Grassroots Grants? 🌱 Take the survey by March 29 to let us know what matters most to you: bit.ly/PGHFJF

🎉The City’s Community Festival Grants program is now taking applications for the summer of 2026! For over 40 years, these grants have provided funding to non-profit groups for hosting community events. 🎈 Apply here by April 15: buff.ly/l2hz7sJ

🚩Join First Tee for a community meeting on Monday, March 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Arnold Palmer Learning Center to discuss the Bob O'Connor Golf Course redesign. This is an opportunity to see their plan, share your feedback, and ask questions! ⛳🏌️RSVP here: buff.ly/LpQGkMO

Looking for some fun in the sun this summer? ☀️ Apply to become a lifeguard with CitiParks! 🌊 🛟 To qualify, you must be at least 15 years old, live in Pittsburgh, and willing to work at any Citiparks location. More info here: buff.ly/P64GJYG

🚍 Thanks to your feedback on last year’s proposed Bus Line Redesign plan, PRT has released an updated plan: Bus Line Refresh. 🚌 Learn more about the plan and give new feedback by attending one of the upcoming community meetings and exploring the toolkit here: buff.ly/Z0WSyFv

🕯️ Next Tuesday, March 10th, from 6:15-8:30 p.m., join the Anathan House in Squirrel Hill (1620 Murray Ave) for a free Tikkun Yaachad gathering. This night of reflection includes a nourishing meal and centers on collective care in uncertain times. Register here: buff.ly/9mGtRgF

Statement from Councilmember Warwick on hateful messages broadcast yesterday over police scanners:

CMU is hosting a Community Open House on Monday, March 16, 5 to 7 p.m., at its Robotics Innovation Center in Hazelwood! This free event features guided tours, live demos, and an exhibit on the history of Scotch Bottom. Space is limited – register today! buff.ly/cMxkoc8

🌙 Join us March 12, 2026, 5:45–8:30 PM for City Hall’s Second Annual Iftar Dinner, hosted by Councilmembers Warwick and Strassburger. Come celebrate Ramadan with traditional Turkish and Lebanese cuisine, live music, and a calligraphy demo! ☪️ RSVP by March 5: buff.ly/zriuM0Q

New to the U.S. job market? Apply by March 6 for the Immigrant Workforce Program with JFCS, an 8-week program featuring free resume assistance, interview prep, and more from expert career counselors. ✨ Sessions will be held over Zoom from March 23 to May 13. Apply here: buff.ly/UmNPpnQ

Squirrel Hill residents! 🐿️ Join tonight’s community meeting to discuss community issues and our vision for Pittsburgh’s future. Wednesday, February 25, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Jewish Community Center, Levinson Hall A 5738 Forbes Ave., 15217 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance:

This morning, Council unanimously voted to approve Councilmember Warwick's legislation defining what a waste transfer station is and requiring waste transfer stations to be at least 500 feet away from residences and business districts. buff.ly/roMsj14

🏡 Hazelwood residents! Join tonight’s community meeting to discuss community issues and our vision for Pittsburgh’s future. Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Hazelwood HAL Center (Car Barn) 5344 Second Ave., 15207 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/6BlWsQg

⛄ D5’s latest newsletter has dropped, with info about two important pieces of legislation from Barb to address the delayed response to January’s historic snowfall. ❄️ Plus: City Hall’s Iftar Dinner and Second Avenue Cleanup Day:

Squirrel Hill residents! Next Wednesday (February 25) Councilmember Warwick and her team will be hosting a community meeting at the Jewish Community Center. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about our plans for 2026 and beyond! 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/ryw2Qkg

Update on Panther Hollow Bridge construction: Mayor O’Connor and DOMI have announced that the bridge repair contractor has begun installing safety infrastructure and will be starting repairs in the next two weeks. View the full press release: buff.ly/7QSELvg

Swisshelm Park Residents! 🏡 Join tonight’s community meeting to discuss community issues and our vision for Pittsburgh’s future. Wednesday, February 18, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Swisshelm Park Community Center 1050 Windermere Dr., 15218 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/oH6xtUN

Hazelwood residents! Join Councilmember Warwick and her team at the Hazelwood HAL Center one week from today (February 24) for a community meeting. Bring your questions and concerns as we discuss our plans for 2026 and beyond! 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance:

Join the Zone 4 Public Safety Council on Thursday, 2/19 at 6:30 p.m., at the Jewish Community Center to discuss what is being done to make our communities safer, featuring representatives from Center of Life. ♥️ Learn more: buff.ly/txW5GTd

♻️ The next Second Avenue community clean-up will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 27th, at Arts Excursions Unlimited (5125 Second Ave)! Bring your friends, family and plenty of water. Trash bags, grabbers, and refreshments will be provided. 🌱 Call/text 412-465-0804 for more info.

“The goal, the bill states, is to document these locations so that the Department of Public Works can prioritize clearing them in the future, especially to help at-risk populations such as children, seniors, and disabled residents.” buff.ly/Laf7Uny

Residents of Swisshelm Park! A week from today (February 18), Councilmember Warwick will be holding a community meeting at the Swisshelm Park Community Center. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about our plans for 2026 and beyond! 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/uUhdYku

🏘️ Greenfield residents! Join tonight’s community meeting to discuss community issues and our vision for Pittsburgh’s future. Wednesday, February 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Greenfield HAL Center 745 Greenfield Ave., 15217 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/ayo4WML