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Residents press council to oppose Pittsburgh Public Schools closures, warn of school 'deserts'
Summary
Multiple public commenters told council July 23 that proposed PPS facility closures would deepen enrollment declines, reduce neighborhood schools and harm efforts to retain and attract families to Pittsburgh.
Dozens of residents used the council public‑comment period July 23 to urge elected officials to intervene as Pittsburgh Public Schools holds state‑mandated hearings on proposed building closures. Speakers said the district’s plan to close nine buildings before the 2026–27 school year would reduce neighborhood access to schools, threaten equity and accelerate population loss.
Rebecca McLean of Highland Park told council she has worked in affordable housing and community development for nearly two decades and asked city leaders to treat the district’s facilities plan as a citywide concern. “If people are…
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