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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Allegheny County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Park Land Acquisitions and Trail Renaming
Council is set to vote on adding 32 acres next to Settlers Cabin Park and 26 parcels from the Allegheny Land Trust next to North Park to the county park system. More protected open space means more room for hiking and recreation, and land kept undeveloped.
Tax Bill Disclosure Bill of Rights
A new ordinance from Council Member Grzybek would require the county to follow mandatory best practices on real estate tax bills — aimed at making bills clearer and more transparent for homeowners. It's just being introduced, so details will be worked out in committee.
2027 Proposed Operating Budget & Fiscal Plan
Council heard from four agencies on the proposed 2027 budget before adoption. Speakers questioned cost shifts, reserve draws, and whether the balanced budget's assumptions will hold.
Opioid Settlement Funding
Allegheny County is finally rolling out its game plan for spending millions in opioid settlement cash on housing, treatment, and telehealth. If you care about tackling the addiction crisis in our backyard, this is where the money is actually headed.