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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 4d

Heads up, Hazelwood: Pittsburgh Water will be performing overnight maintenance tonight around 11PM, related to a hydrant project on S. Neville St. About 1,800 customers (in the green area of the attached image) may experience lower water pressure overnight. Work should be complete before 7 AM 💧

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 5d

After celebrating Pittsburgh’s strength this summer, City leaders are moving into the next phase of our Comprehensive Plan. Join on October 22 and 23, 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., at the Energy Innovation Center, and help guide our City’s future. Register and learn more: buff.ly/Q54MjDR

Image alt text: Flyer for workshops on October 22 (5:00-7:30 PM) and October 23 (5:00-7:30PM) at the Energy Innovation Center, 1435 Bedford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. QR code goes to this link: https://pgh2050.com/upcomingevents

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 6d

Join the Zone 4 Public Safety Council this Thursday, 10/16 at 6:30 p.m., at the Jewish Community Center to discuss police response to critical events, featuring expertise from Pittsburgh’s Office of Community Health & Safety. Learn more: buff.ly/s1eg46V

Image alt text: flyer promoting the Zone 4 Public Safety Council’s meeting at the Jewish Community Center (5738 Forbes Avenue) on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM. Event details “Police Response to Critical Events”, and “Presentation by the Bureau of Police, Peer Member Assistance Program, and the Office of Community Health & Safety.and the flyer includes a facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/Zone4PublicSafety/

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 7d

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we reflect on the diverse history and profound resilience of Indigenous Communities across the region and nation, on whose land we live and work. 🌏 🌄

Image alt text: Photo of festive attire celebrating Native American culture. Creative Commons photo available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:College_of_DuPage_Celebrates_Native_American_Culture_2020_54.jpg

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 9d

The 31st Annual Buddy Walk will be held at the Hazelwood Green next Saturday, October 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with all proceeds helping fund advocacy for people with Down syndrome. Join a team today:
buff.ly/v3v7I9Z

Image alt text: photo of a billboard for the Pittsburgh Buddy Walk event. Relevant info includes: Oct. 18th 11-2PM, Hazelwood Green”. Heading at the top reads “Come Walk With Us!” above “www.dsapgh.org” and on the right-hand side is a photo of five children standing together and smiling.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 11d

In honor of Ageism Awareness Day, 50 new images have been added to Age Friendly Pittsburgh’s Photo Bank! Captured by leading local photographers, these images show life as we actually live it: alongside our neighbors and loved ones of all ages. See for yourself here: buff.ly/6Lmn9uy

Image alt text: photo of an elderly couple standing on a sidewalk in Downtown Pittsburgh on a sunny day.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 12d

This Saturday, October 11th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., join JADA House, Hazelwood Initiative, and Neighborworks for a Post Purchase Home Resource Fair! This free event aims to help new homeowners build equity, learn budgeting and home repair skills, and more. 🏠 Learn more: buff.ly/pyZkBKm

Image alt text: Flyer for the Post Purchase Home Resource Fair on October 11th, 2025, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at 4944 Second Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Further info includes: “Many people purchase a home without realizing the full range of benefits and opportunities available to them. That’s why we’re bringing together experts, resources, and tools to help you make the most of homeownership.” Bullet points further stipulate, “Building Home Equity, Saving on Energy Bills, Budgeting and Financial Planning, Home Repair Resources, Getting Involved in Your Community, And More!!!” QR code goes to this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hazelwood-initiative-home-resource-fair-tickets-1596576275619

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 12d

This Saturday, October 11th is National Coming Out Day! Join OUTfest! at the Hazelwood Green from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m for the first city-led celebration of LGBTQIA+ culture and identity, featuring a runway competition, gender-affirming clothes swap, and more. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍🌈 Learn more: buff.ly/2NnHW6s

Image alt text: promotional image for OUTfest, by the City of Pittsburgh. Features a photo of the Pittsburgh skyline, with the words “OUTfest” in LGBTQIA+ colors.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 13d

This Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m., join the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s “Emerging Leaders Trivia Night” at Mondays Brewing in Greenfield to support watershed conservation! 🍃🌿 Learn more and RSVP here: buff.ly/ekXisAa

Image alt text: flyer for WPC's Emerging Leaders Advisory Committee Trivia night, held on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Mondays Brewing, Greenfield. Features photos of conservationists at Pittsburgh’s local watersheds, and event highlights, which include “Trivia hosted by Drew’s clues; teams of five; one drink included with ticket,” and more.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 17d

Barb will hold office hours at the Hazelwood Library every Friday in October from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, and at the Squirrel Hill Library on October 31 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Come discuss community issues with your City Council representative!

Image Alt Text: A flyer encouraging District 5 residents to attend office hours with Barb Warwick. It includes images of two library locations and a photo of Councilperson Warwick. “The flyer reads: “Office Hours with Councilperson Barb Warwick; Every Friday at the Hazelwood Library from 11am to 1pm; 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. The last Friday of each month: at the Squirrel Hill Library from 2:30-4:30pm; 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217; Learn about city services and discuss community issues directly with your District Five City Council representative, Barb Warwick.” At the very bottom is a small notice in Italic that reads “Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is not the host or organizer of this event. CLP does not support, sponsor, or represent this group or event.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 18d

This Sunday, October 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., two multi-family yard sales will be held on Monitor Street and Beechwood Blvd., with all proceeds going to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and WQED. Cash only! 💵🧸📚 buff.ly/sUXx5Ki

Image alt text: flyer for upcoming yard sales. Heading reads “Multi-Family Yard Sales”. Background is white, with bold hand-written style capitalized font. Relevant info follows: “Sunday, October 5, 2025; 9:00AM-2:00PM, Monitor St. 6414-6462, Beechwood Blvd. 2701-2783”. Asterix at bottom of flyer states all proceeds will be donated to Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 19d

Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all in District 5 who are observing. As the sun sets this evening, may your fast and reflections bring renewal, peace, and connection in the year ahead. 🕊️ G’mar Chatima Tova.

A photograph of the Pittsburgh skyline at sunset.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 19d

The latest District 5 newsletter is here, with updates on Pittsburgh’s Workforce Development Fund, ongoing support for victims of the Jefferson Apartments fire, this year’s Garbage Olympics, and 50 years of the Glen Hazel High Rise: buff.ly/4u9Qb9G

Image alt text: public domain photograph of a worker in a factory, wearing an orange hard hat.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 20d

Traffic calming is coming to Denniston Street, which will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, 10/7, for construction of a raised crosswalk at Forbes Avenue. Minor delays will continue on Wednesday 10/8, with work expected to wrap up on Thursday, 10/9. Learn more: buff.ly/yOui0W2

Traffic advisory flyer showing upcoming work at Forbes Avenue and Denniston Street in Pittsburgh. A background map highlights the intersection, and an inset photo shows Forbes Avenue with crosswalks and traffic. Text lists project dates: Tuesday, October 7 – asphalt placement on Denniston Street, road closed 9 AM–3 PM, Forbes open with alternating traffic. Wednesday, October 8 – pavement marking installation with minor traffic holds. Thursday, October 9 (or soon after) – flexpost installation, no traffic impacts expected.

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Bike Pittsburgh @bikepgh.bsky.social · 20d

✨ Week Without Driving is in full swing and raising awareness for greater mobility needs in every community. Allegheny County Council and Pittsburgh City Council have put forth proclamations in support!

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 20d

Traffic calming is coming to Denniston Street, which will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, 10/7, for construction of a raised crosswalk at Forbes Avenue. Minor delays will continue on Wednesday 10/8, with work expected to wrap up on Thursday, 10/9. Learn more: buff.ly/yOui0W2

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 22d

The PA Emergency Management Agency is now offering grants and low-interest loans for those affected by the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Learn more and apply here: buff.ly/Z5AxDwd

Image alt text: Photograph of the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Depicts clouds of smoke billowing from a large orange fire coming through the roof of the complex, with fire hoses blasting streams of water to put out the flames.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 24d

Last weekend, the City’s Deer Management Program returned for the 2025-2026 season, with archery expanding to 10 city parks. The program works to humanely reduce white-tailed deer populations, which have grown out of balance with Pittsburgh’s forest ecology. 🦌 🏹 Learn more: buff.ly/8CHuv4a

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 25d

Take the 2025 Week Without Driving pledge from Sep 28 to Oct 5! Week Without Driving is a nationwide movement to raise awareness for safer, more accessible mobility options for people with disabilities. Learn more: buff.ly/cFtvp25

Image alt text: Promo image for Week Without Driving. The photo depicts a man in a wheelchair heading towards the ramp of a white van designed to accommodate people with disabilities.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 26d

Until September 26, Kids Plus Pediatrics are accepting donations for those affected by the Jefferson Apartments fire. Accepted donations include gift cards, toiletries, winter gear, and gently used clothing. See the flyer below for dates and times, and learn more here: buff.ly/1TCcLJk

Image alt text: flyer for Kids Pediatrics Donation Drive at Squirrel Hill/Greenfield to help those affected by the Jefferson Apartments fire. Includes a list of accepted items: gift cards (Target, Walmart, Giant Eagle, reloadable), winter clothes, new or gently used clothing, shoes, hygiene items, undergarments, tote bags and backpacks. Donation information includes: “Kids Plus Squirrel Hill/Greenfield: 4070 Beechwood Blvd., Pittsburgh PA 15217”, “Monday, September 15-Friday, September 26), “ Mondays/ Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays/Thursdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.”, and a link: KidsPlus.com/Donations

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 27d

Barb holds office hours at the Hazelwood Library every Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. An office representative will also hold office hours at the Squirrel Hill Library on 9/26 from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Come discuss community issues with your City Council representative!

Image Alt Text: A flyer encouraging District 5 residents to attend mobile office hours with Barb Warwick. It includes images of two library locations and a photo of Councilperson Warwick. “The flyer reads: “Office Hours with Councilperson Barb Warwick; Every Friday at the Hazelwood Library from 11am to 1pm; 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. The last Friday of each month: at the Squirrel Hill Library from 2:30-4:30pm; 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217; Learn about city services and discuss community issues directly with your District Five City Council representative, Barb Warwick.”

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 28d

Wishing a joyful new year to all our neighbors celebrating Rosh Hashanah! As the High Holidays begin, may this be a time of reflection, hope, and peace for you and your families. Shana Tova! 🍎🍯

A watercolor image of apples and pomegranates set up as a still life. Public domain image accessed at https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=525293&picture=fruit-and-honey-for-rosh-hashana

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 29d

Tomorrow is the Pittsburgh Planning Commission hearing where our legislation to rezone part of the Hazelwood riverfront will be discussed. Voice your support in person, via Zoom, or email testimony by today at noon, to [email protected]. Learn more: buff.ly/2SjoJ6V

Flyer titled “Hazelwood Rezoning: Make Your Voice Heard!” with a map of the Hazelwood riverfront. The flyer explains that heavy industry has harmed Hazelwood, and rezoning would protect residents’ health and guide safe investment. It urges residents to support rezoning by speaking at the Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 1–5 p.m. (rezoning item at 2 p.m.) at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, Lower Level Hearing Room, or by joining virtually via Zoom. Instructions are provided for giving testimony in person or online. If unable to attend, residents can email testimony by Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12 p.m. to planningcommission@pittsburghpa.gov
. A QR code links to Zoom details. Background includes artwork of a park bench and stylized graphics.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · Sep 19

Tomorrow, September 20 from 2 to 4 p.m., meet the artists under consideration for a new installment at Pitt’s BioForge building in Hazelwood. Hosted by Pitt’s public art consulting team, the free event will take place at JADA House International. Learn more: buff.ly/rxM8NiR

Image alt text: promotional flyer for Artist Talks: BioForge event. Located at 4944 Second Avenue, on September 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. At the bottom reads “Questions? Email edithabeyta@gmail.com or call 412-295-1795.”

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · Sep 19

Next Tuesday, the Planning Commission will discuss legislation to rezone part of Hazelwood's riverfront. Help protect the community by sharing your support in-person (412 Blvd of the Allies), via Zoom, or by email: [email protected] 📩

Learn more: buff.ly/2SjoJ6V

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