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

Councilor Barb Warwick introduced a bill Tuesday that would direct the Department of City Planning to collect data on the usage of curb-cuts, intersections, bus stops, and other infrastructure, so that Pittsburgh can establish processes for better clearing them of snow.

🏘️ Residents of the 31st Ward! Join tonight’s community meeting to discuss community issues and our vision for Pittsburgh’s future. Tuesday, February 10, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mifflin Elementary School 1290 Mifflin Road, 15207 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/8rm8wfx

♥️ Hazelwood seniors! ♥️ Join the HAL Center at 5344 2nd Ave on Thursday, February 12 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for a Valentine’s Day party and open house. Enjoy a catered lunch, raffle, guest speakers, and more! For transportation options, email [email protected] or see the flyer below.

Residents of the 31st Ward! Councilmember Warwick and her team will be hosting a community meeting at Mifflin Elementary School on Tuesday, February 10. Bring your concerns and questions and learn how we can best serve you in 2026 and beyond! 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/aoZJpeE

Greenfield residents! ✨ A week from today (February 11), Barb and her team will be hosting a community meeting at the Greenfield HAL Center. Don’t miss the opportunity to discuss how we can best serve you in 2026 and beyond! 🚀 RSVP for virtual attendance: buff.ly/Zz4Xf0c

📢 This month, our office will be hosting a series of community meetings in every part of District 5! Join us to directly discuss community issues with Councilmember Warwick and her team and learn more about our plans for 2026 and beyond. 🚀 Questions? Contact [email protected]

☃️ Our latest newsletter has dropped, featuring updates on the Councilmember Warwick’s proposed Fleet Vehicle Fund, upcoming community meetings, Snow Angels, and more: buff.ly/LppfmOX

Your family deserves to be safe and warm, even with below-freezing temperatures. If you need help keeping the heat on this winter, you may qualify for LIHEAP, which delivers cash grants that go directly to your utility company. Learn more: www.pa.gov/services/dhs...

From the CitiParks X page: Five CitiParks Warming Centers will be ACTIVATED Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Beechview, Greenfield, Homewood, Sheraden & South Side HAL Senior Centers will OPEN as Warming Centers starting at 8 AM . Our Rec Centers will also open. Thank you & stay safe, CitiParks

May we never forget the darkest lessons of our history on this and every International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Today, Council unanimously approved Councilmember Warwick's Will of Council urging Sens. Fetterman & McCormick to vote no on increasing funding for DHS & ICE. We are also working to ensure the City does everything in its power to protect the rights and ensure the safety of all Pittsburgh residents.

The District 5 Office will be closed tomorrow, January 1, 2026 for New Year’s Day. We will be back with our regular hours on January 2. May this year be full of new opportunities, joy, and success! 🥂✨

Happy Kwanzaa to all those celebrating!

The District 5 Office will be closed on December 25, Christmas Day, and we will not be holding office hours on December 26. Wishing all who celebrate a wonderful, festive holiday with friends and family. 🎄✨☃️ We will be back with our usual hours on Monday, December 29.

Statement from Councilmember Barb Warwick on Millage Increase in the 2026 City Budget:

Statement from Councilmember Barb Warwick on Millage Increase in the 2026 City Budget:

🎄🎁 Squirrel Hill’s final winter market is happening on Sunday, December 21! Meet at the Beacon/Bartlett parking lot between 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for some holiday shopping featuring artisan products and handcrafted items from over 30 local vendors. ❄️ ☃️