Wilkinsburg Merger
Wilkinsburg?
Wilkinsburg residents have the opportunity to get a referendum on the ballot to decide whether we merge with the City of Pittsburgh. This website was created by Wilkinsburg residents to provide information and share opportunities for discussion as we approach this important decision.
2/2/22 Merger Update: Pittsburgh City Council, County Executive, WCDC Collaborate to Ensure Wilkinsburg Residents Can Vote For Their Future
1/5/22 Wilkinsburg Merger Analysis Committee Meeting – Presentation Slides
12/8/21 Wilkinsburg Merger Analysis Committee Meeting – Presentation Slides
Why consider a merger?
Choose a topic below to learn more about how a merger might affect Wilkinsburg.
How will our community values be reflected in a merger?
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We can maintain our identity as a strong, diverse community.We’ll still be called Wilkinsburg. Merging with the City won’t take away our history, or our sense of community and pride.
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We can prioritize affordable housing to sustain a livable community.We can do this for our current residents, while also welcoming new residents and business owners from diverse racial and economic backgrounds.
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We can protect the status of borough employees.We can advocate for access to new, better paying jobs in similar positions with the City.
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We can do this right if we work together.By starting the discussions now, we can put ourselves in the driver’s seat to decide the future of our community.
Ready to Get Involved?
Learn
Learn more about the work that’s been done so far. Ask hard questions. Join our working Merger Analysis Committee, or pitch in with one of the working subcommittees.
Get the factsVolunteer
We need your help to get the word out. Volunteer today to help educate residents on the potential impact of the merger.
Sign UpDiscuss
Sharing our perspectives—and listening to others— will help us make the best decision for our community. Attend a meeting to learn more and discuss with your neighbors.
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We’re working to revitalize our community. Donate to the WCDC to support our mission—and help us foster important community conversations like this one.
Give a littleRegister to Vote
The people of Wilkinsburg will ultimately decide whether we move forward with a merger. It’s up to us to choose what’s best for our community—and for our future.
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