Your Voice, Our Future: Pittsburgh 2050 Begins Its Journey
Pittsburgh, PA – Every neighborhood tells a story. Every resident holds a dream for tomorrow. On January 30th, 2025, Pittsburgh begins an unprecedented journey to weave these stories and dreams into a shared vision for our city's future.
For generations, Pittsburgh's 90 neighborhoods have been the heart and soul of our city – where families have grown, where communities have flourished, and where countless memories have been made. Now, for the first time in our city's rich 200-year history, Pittsburgh 2050 brings all these neighborhoods together to imagine and create our collective future.
"Pittsburgh 2050 is about honoring our past while boldly stepping into our future," said Mayor Ed Gainey. "While we've had numerous neighborhood plans that have shaped our communities, now is the time to understand how all these pieces fit together. From public health to housing, from environmental justice to economic opportunity – we need a unified vision that builds on our past work while charting a bold path forward. This isn't just another plan – it's about bringing every voice to the table to create a shared blueprint for the next generation of Pittsburghers."
The initiative emphasizes a "Just Transition" approach, addressing historical inequities while creating pathways for sustainable development. Key focus areas include housing affordability and neighborhood preservation, environmental justice and climate action, economic opportunity and jobs, transportation and infrastructure improvements, public health and safety, internet and broadband access, and urban technology.
A Steering Committee of civic and community leaders will guide Pittsburgh 2050. Committee members represent diverse neighborhoods, businesses, institutions, and community organizations. They will oversee the planning process, review recommendations, and support implementation. Members have expertise in key areas, including housing, economic development, early childhood and education, environmental justice, and public health.
The Steering Committee members are:
Alex Wallach Hanson, Executive Director, Pittsburgh United
Angel Gober, Executive Director, 412 Justice
Aweys Mwaliya, President, Somali Bantu Community Association of Pittsburgh
Barb Warwick, City Council Member, District 5
Bethany Davidson, Community Development Officer, PNC
Bobby Wilson, City Council Member, District 1
Brittini Wright-Burley, Owner and CEO, Wright Childcare Solutions
Camila Rivera-Tinsley, CEO, Women & Girls Foundation
Cara Ciminillo, Executive Director, Trying Together
Catherine Qureshi, CEO, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Christine Mondor, FAIA (Co-Chair), Principal, EvolveEA
Daniel Lavelle (co-chair), City Council President
Dennis Davin, Senior VP, JLL
Diana Bucco, President, Buhl Foundation
Dr. Chris W. Brussalis, President, Point Park University
Dr. Erik Garrett, Associate Professor in Dept. of Communications & Rhetorical Studies, Duquesne University
Elizabeth Cuevas, MD, Division Chief Center of Inclusive Health, AHN
Gina Bleck, Vice Chancellor for Planning, Design, and Construction, Univ. of Pittsburgh
Jason Kunzman, President and CEO, JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Jeremy Waldrup, President & CEO, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
Juan Garrett, Executive Director, Riverside Center for Innovation
Dr. Kathi Elliott, CEO, Gwen’s Girls
Kelly Henderson, Executive Director, Grounded Strategies
Kenneth Doyno, AIA, President, Rothschild Doyno Collaborative
Kenya Porter, Program Manager, Google
Kirk Holbrook, Regional STEAM Ecosystem Lead, Remake Learning
Kristy Trautmann, Executive Director, FISA Foundation
Kendra Whitlock Ingram, President and CEO, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Laura Chu Wiens, Executive Director, Pittsburghers for Public Transit
Laura Poskin, Executive Director, Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh
Lena Andrews, CEO, Action-Housing
Lisa Schroeder, CEO, Pittsburgh Foundation
Lyndsey Sickler, Executive Director, Proud Haven
Matthew Mehalik, Ph.D., Executive Director, Breathe Project
Mike Polite, Senior VP of Development, Beacon Communities
Monica Ruiz, Executive Director, Casa San Jose
Nadyli Nuñez, CEO, Ascender
Quintin Bullock, President, CCAC
Ralph Horgan, Associate VP, CMU
Rev. Brenda J. Gregg, Executive Director, Project Destiny
Rob Cherry, CEO, Partner4Work
Samantha Black, Founder and Board President, Greenwood Plan
Scott Bricker, Executive Director, BikePGH
Stefani Pashman, CEO, Allegheny Conference
Terence S. Dermody, M.D., Professor & Chair of Pediatrics, Univ. of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Tracey Reed Armant, Senior Program Officer, Grable Foundation and PPS School Board
Your Journey to Shape Pittsburgh Starts Here–Kickoff Event Details:
- Date: January 30th, 2025
- Time: 5pm to 8pm
- Location: Wintergarden at PPG Place, 1 PPG Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 1522
- Experience: Interactive storytelling stations, neighborhood connections, and envisioning Pittsburgh’s future
- Registration: [Link]
Whether your family has been here for generations or you've just made Pittsburgh your home, your voice matters. This is your chance to help write the next chapter of Pittsburgh's story – a story of unity, opportunity, and promise for all.
Can't make the kickoff? The journey is just beginning:
- Share your family's story through the "90-to-1" campaign here!
- Apply to join a working group to guide our city's future
- Apply to join the Community Working Group here!
- Apply to join the Youth Working Group here!
- Visit Pgh2050.com to learn more!
About Pittsburgh 2050
Pittsburgh 2050 is a two-year initiative uniting all 90 neighborhoods to create our city's first comprehensive citywide plan. Through engaging 30,000 residents, we'll craft a vision that honors our heritage while building a more equitable, sustainable, and vibrant future for all Pittsburghers.
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