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Council committee recommends acceptance of $316,367 settlement over Finland Street pedestrian bridge; members press for pedestrian-safety audit
Summary
The standing committee recommended that the city accept $316,367 in full and final settlement of litigation related to the Finland Street pedestrian bridge. Council members expressed concern that removal of the bridge leaves a gap in safe crossings on Bigelow Boulevard and requested a pedestrian safety audit.
The city should accept $316,367 in full and final settlement of litigation over the Finland Street pedestrian bridge, Pittsburgh City Council’s standing committee recommended on April 2, 2025.
The bill (15 72) was approved by voice vote in committee. During discussion Councilman Gross said the settlement resolves litigation over a bridge that had to be taken down after…
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