Public Safety & Nightlife

Policy Committee    February 8, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 8 — The House Democratic Policy Committee convened a hearing in Pittsburgh on Thursday to explore ways to improve public safety and nightlife, specifically in the South Side neighborhood. In front of a standing-room crowd, the committee heard testimony from residents, police, city officials and local business owners. The hearing was hosted by Rep. Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny). 

• Hosts: Rep. Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny)
• Testifiers:
  • Barbara Rudiak, President, South Side Community Council
  • Jacky Kaiser, Second Vice President, South Side Community Council
  • Linda M. Rosato-Barone, Acting Deputy Chief, Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
  • Allison Harnden, Nighttime Economy Manager, City of Pittsburgh
  • Louis J. Kroeck IV, Esq., Board Member, South Side Chamber of Commerce

Agenda + Testimony

• Hearing agenda and list of participants: Public Safety & Nightlife

Media Release + News Coverage

• Policy Committee addresses needs for South Side neighborhood, February 8, 2023
• WTAE, South Side businesses renew calls to end neighborhood violence, February 8, 2023
• KDKA, Residents, business owners and leaders meet to discuss South Side safety, February 8, 2023

Photos

• Click here to view photos from this hearing