City of Pittsburgh Announces 2026 Budget Engagement Series: Join the Conversation, Shape the Future

This is your city, and your voice matters. Pittsburgh residents are invited to join city staff for a series of interactive, in-depth budget engagement sessions. These sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn how the city allocates financial resources, understand the state of Pittsburgh’s financial health, and provide direct input into how your tax dollars should be spent. 

Why Attend? 

Each session will feature: 

• A deep dive into the City’s financial health 

• An overview of how the budgeting process works 

• A breakdown of capital vs. operating budgets 

• Insights into how Pittsburgh balances its budget 

• A hands-on “Build Your Own City Budget” activity in small groups with neighbors and City staff 

These sessions are designed to empower residents with the tools and knowledge to help shape a budget that reflects Pittsburgh’s values and priorities. Whether you’re a long-time civic participant or new to city engagement, your voice is critical in this collaborative process. 

Engagement Session Dates & Locations: 

• North: May 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM  North Allegheny Center Alliance Church, 250 East Ohio Street 

• South/West: May 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM  Southside Market House, 49 S. 12th Street 

• Central/East: May 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM  AHN West Penn School of Nursing, 4900 Friendship Avenue 

• Virtual Session: May 31, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM  Zoom link provided upon registration 

Attendance is FREE and all Pittsburgh residents are welcome. Light refreshments will be served at all in-person events. Childcare is available upon request. 

Registration is required. Click here to register now. 

Residents are also invited to complete the annual budget survey and pinpoint their capital project ideas by using the tools on the City’s Budget Engagement Page. Additional information is also available at this website. 

Let’s build a stronger, smarter, more responsive Pittsburgh—together.