Hello everyone, As we continue into the spring season, I hope you are enjoying the warmer weather and spending more time outdoors.
Last month, my office hosted a neighborhood walkthrough in Fineview with city departments, including the Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI), Environmental Services, and the Mayor’s Office, as well as members of the Fineview Citizens Council and the Fineview Community Organization. Together, we identified nearly 80 action items requiring follow- up, with common concerns including abandoned properties, illegal dumping, and roadway maintenance needs. My staff and I will continue working with the appropriate departments to ensure these issues are addressed.
The City of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police recently completed a citywide abandoned vehicle removal effort, resulting in 151 vehicles being towed. These vehicles had been reported as abandoned for weeks and, in some cases, even years. As Zone 1 continues this effort, I encourage residents to report any vehicles that appear abandoned through 311, as these reports are shared directly with Zone 1 Police.
I’m happy to share that my vape shop ordinance, Bill 2025-2250, recently received a positive recommendation from the Planning Commission and has now returned to City Council for further consideration. Since coming back to Council, the bill has been amended to strengthen and clarify key provisions, including infrastructure improvements and other capital projects that impact our neighborhoods. These updates include a 1,000-foot buffer requirement between vape shops and primary or secondary schools, along with changes to how vape shops are classified in the zoning code. A public hearing will be scheduled, and I will share that date on my Facebook page as soon as possible. You can sign up to speak or provide written testimony here: pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/The-City-Council/Clerks-Office/Council-Meeting-Schedule.
Applications are now open for the 2026 Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program, which connects young people aged 14 to 23 with paid summer jobs and workforce development opportunities across Allegheny County. This program is a great option for teens and young adults looking for meaningful summer employment opportunities. Applications are being accepted through June 5. To learn more and apply, visit: partner4work.org/learn-earn.
Finally, I encourage District 1 residents to participate in the city’s upcoming budget process by attending a Capital Budget Forum. These forums allow residents to share priorities and feedback on how city resources should be allocated, including infrastructure improvements and capital projects that impact our neighborhoods. A forum will be held in District 1 on May 28 at 6 p.m. at Northside Institutional Church at 302 W North Avenue. Registration is required and can be found here: bit.ly/2027capitalbudgetforum.
If you have any questions or concerns, call us at (412) 255-2135, email us at district1@ pittsburghpa.gov, find us on Facebook and X, and sign up for our newsletter (pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/City-Council/Districts/Bobby-Wilson-District-1). My staff and I look forward to hearing from you! n
