The URA is the City of Pittsburgh’s economic development enterprise. We are committed to building a prosperous and equitable economy for all of Pittsburgh. We help bridge public and private interests to invest in meaningful equitable developments that promote housing affordability, economic mobility, entrepreneurship and neighborhood revitalization. Our work creates and sustains quality jobs, thriving neighborhoods, healthy communities and sustainable businesses for the benefit of all Pittsburghers.
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PHFA is seeking Request for Proposals for new construction, or the rehabilitation, of mixed-use projects seeking financial support. Funding will be provided through the Community Revitalization Fund Program. The deadline for proposals is 2 p.m., Nov. 1. https://lnkd.in/ds-vCXN
The East Liberty Broad Street Plaza will have a fresh new look next spring! The demolition and renovation of the plaza is expected to begin in September. The finished project will include an accessible plaza with seating, and space for neighborhood events or small concerts! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eDTcnVUH
We had an amazing time this summer during our URA in the Neighborhood events visiting our local neighborhood business districts throughout Lawrenceville, Garfield, Bloomfield, Hilltop, Southside, Hazelwood, Greenfield and Squirrel Hill! Pittsburgh’s small businesses and entrepreneurs bring unique character and diversity to our neighborhoods, enrich the local culture, and help sustain the City of Pittsburgh's economic vitality and vibrancy. If you missed us but want to learn more about how the URA and Invest PGH can support your business, visit: https://lnkd.in/e4MUyAzh.
That's a wrap on the conversion of Penn Circle into two-way traffic! This $7.2 million project was years in the making, with the ultimate goal to restore connections in East Liberty and improve safety and accessibility for our #Pittsburgh residents. https://lnkd.in/eU69J4Nt
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UPCOMING OPPORTUNITY: PJ Dick is soliciting bids for the Lower Hill Redevelopment: Parcel E Music Venue. To be issued Friday, August 16th, Bid Package 2 includes masonry and steel. To learn more about the bid opportunity, email [email protected] or visit https://lnkd.in/eggVdR-Y. Master Builders' Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. Builders Guild of Western Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Builders Exchange (PBX®) Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania
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Allegheny County Economic Development is pleased to announce that the application period for the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund (GEDTF) will be open from August 19th to August 30th. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on August 30. Qualified candidates, including municipalities, authorities, councils of governments, and both non-profit and for-profit businesses, are encouraged to apply for funding to facilitate economic development projects within Allegheny County. Detailed GEDTF Program Guidelines can be found on our website: (https://lnkd.in/e2CRMd9s). All proposed projects must adhere to Pennsylvania prevailing wage requirements, specific insurance requirements, and certain procurement guidelines. Applicants will be notified of their award status and the total grant amount awarded. The list of awarded projects will be posted on the Commonwealth Finance Authority (CFA) website: (https://lnkd.in/ega8gXuT). Contracting with awarded applicants will commence in December following the CFA Board meeting for final approval. The GEDTF is funded by the daily 5% gross terminal revenue from licensed gaming entities, primarily casinos. These funds are administered by the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County and are available to local entities to support economic development initiatives that meet the specified criteria. For more information, applications, guidelines, and other documentation, please visit our program website: (https://lnkd.in/e2CRMd9s).
The URA is proud to support City of Pittsburgh businesses like iShip & Pack in Squirrel Hill. Since opening his business in 2020, owner Aaron Gibson Jr. said that iShip & Pack has become a staple in the community. After receiving a loan from the URA's Minority Business Growth Fund, Mr. Gibson purchased printing equipment, enabling him to offer more services to the Pittsburgh community.
Check out our latest Quarterly Impact Report! We're proud to share the progress we've made in supporting Pittsburgh’s residents, businesses, and neighborhoods.
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SMAL Investments, Big Ideas! Discover how Invest PGH's strategic support helped Sol Refill, Pittsburgh's first zero-waste delivery service, grow and thrive in Pittsburgh. From funding eco-friendly initiatives to fostering community engagement, this success story highlights the power of small investments in driving big changes. Read the story: https://lnkd.in/gZJdHhX2 #InvestPGH #SmallBusiness #BigIdeas #Sustainability #SuccessStory #Pittsburgh
This week's URA Board approval enables The Citizen Science Lab to move forward with the development of its new headquarters in the Upper Hill District, City of Pittsburgh. This will be a major transformation for the site, producing five state-of-the-art instructional laboratories that will provide the community with hands-on exposure to life science, biomedical, robotics, and biotechnology education. Read more via 90.5 WESA: