Mayor O’Connor Announces Three Downtown Vibrancy Initiatives
Press Release
January 15, 2026
Pittsburgh, PA – In support of his agenda to promote overall growth, Mayor O’Connor has highlighted three important Downtown initiatives that will be considered by the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s Board of Directors later today. The initiatives mark first steps towards growth, placemaking and new small business opportunities in the central business district.
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