Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
04/22/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/22/2026 16:53
Governor Shapiro and Lt. Governor Davis Reopen Redesigned Market Square in Downtown Pittsburgh, Marking Completion of Another Key Piece in Downtown Revitalization Plan
April 22, 2026 - Pittsburgh, PA
Governor Shapiro and Lt. Governor Davis Reopen Redesigned Market Square in Downtown Pittsburgh, Marking Completion of Another Key Piece in Downtown Revitalization Plan
Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis participated in the ribbon cutting of the newly redesigned Market Square in Downtown Pittsburgh. The $15 million project was developed by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (PDP) and supported by investments from businesses, nonprofits, local government, and the Shapiro Administration.
Market Square is one of three iconic public space improvement projects included in Governor Shapiro's 10-year plan to revitalize Downtown Pittsburgh, uniting the city's private sector, local government, corporate leaders, and nonprofits behind a plan to build more housing, revitalize public spaces, and improve safety, cleanliness, and affordability downtown. With today's ribbon cutting, another key piece of Governor's Shapiro plan is complete on time, ahead of the NFL Draft.
"I am proud to announce that Market Square has fully reopened in time for the NFL Draft - fulfilling a promise we made to Pennsylvanians nearly two years ago and completing another significant step in our plan to revitalize Downtown Pittsburgh," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "We are delivering real results on our ten-year plan to help Pittsburgh reach its full potential, including building more affordable housing, investing in violence prevention and public safety, and breathing new life into public spaces like Point State Park and Arts Landing. These targeted investments will create real economic opportunity for the Commonwealth and ensure Pittsburgh remains a vibrant, welcoming destination for residents, businesses, and visitors for years to come."
Speaker List:
Jeremy Waldrup, CEO, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor
Governor Josh Shapiro
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato
David Holmberg, CEO, Highmark Health
Stefani Pashman, CEO, Allegheny Conference on Community Development
Jen Grippo, Owner, The Original Oyster House
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