Join the Conversation, Shape the Future
The City of Pittsburgh’s Office of Management & Budget, in partnership with Neighborhood Services, is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 Budget Engagement Series — a citywide initiative to gather community input and help shape the 2026 budget. This week marks the official kickoff of the engagement series, inviting residents to begin shaping the future of their city, one conversation at a time.
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.