June 7, 2024 2024 State of Black Pittsburgh: Housing Stability, Electoral Impact The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host its annual State of Black Pittsburgh event on June 27, discussing such topics as housing and voting. Learn More The 2024 State of Black Pittsburgh highlights challenges and accomplishments in the work of enabling African Americans in Southwestern Pennsylvania to achieve economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. This year’s moderator will be Dr. Clyde W. Pickett, of the University of Pittsburgh. Housing panelists will include: Carlos T. Carter, president & CEO of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh Zabriawn Smith, of Aliquippa Green Marsha Grayson, COO of the Housing Authority of Pittsburgh Marimba Milliones, president & CEO of the Hill District CDC Election panelists will include: Miracle Jones, director of advocacy and policy for 1Hood Media Khalif Ali, director of the New PA Project Education Fund Khari Mosley, of the Pittsburgh City Council Aundre Robinson, of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh More Details The doors will open and breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. at the University of Pittsburgh’s Teplitz Moot Courtroom in the Barco Law Building. The board of directors annual meeting will run from 8 a.m. to 8:40 a.m. and is open to members only. The main event runs from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Those interested in attending can sign up for the event online.
March 26, 2024 April 23 Primary Election Information and Key Dates Voters in Pennsylvania will cast their votes in the 2024 primary election on Tuesday, April 23. There are a number of factors to keep in mind for the primary, and it’s important to have a primary election voting plan in place. There’s still time to check your voter registration status and to review which options you have to cast your vote, whether it’s in person at your local polling place or by mail. Below are a list of important dates, places, and required actions for the 2024 primary election. Key Primary Election Dates Mark your calendar for these key dates. April 8, 2024 – Last day to register to vote before the April 23 election. April 16, 2024 – Last day to apply for absentee or mail-in ballot. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. The mail-in-ballot is also available in Spanish. April 23, 2024 – Last day to return mail-in or absentee ballots. Ballots must be received by 8 p.m. Register to Vote The deadline to register to vote is April 8, 2024. If you are not registered, register now by completing the Voter Registration Application. If you are uncertain of your registration status, check it by using the Pennsylvania Department of State Voter Registration Status Tool. Voter Registration Applications are also available in Traditional Chinese and Spanish. Military and overseas voters should use the federal form when applying for an absentee ballot. Online voter registration is open until 11:59 p.m. on April 8. Find Your Polling Place For those voting in person, locate your polling place on election day with the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Polling Place Search Tool. Polls are open on election day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Any person in line at 8 p.m. will still be allowed to vote. Poll Workers Allegheny County’s Elections Division is currently seeking and assigning poll workers.Those who participate can volunteer to serve as a judge, inspector, or clerk of election. Poll workers, also referred to as election officers, earn from $150 to $175 for the day. New poll workers also receive paid training. Learn more about the Poll Worker Application process if you are interested in participating as a poll worker in the April 23 primary election. First-Time Voter Information First-time voters – including individuals who are voting for the first time at a polling place – will be asked to show an approved form of identification. All IDs must be valid and not expired. Accepted forms of identification include: Approved forms of photo ID PA driver’s license or ID card issued by PennDOT ID issued by any other Commonwealth ID issued by the U.S. Government U.S. passport U.S. Armed Forces ID Student ID Employee ID Approved forms of non-photo ID (must include the name and address of the elector) Voter’s identification and card issued by the voter registration commission Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth Non-photo issued by the U.S. Government Firearm permit Current utility bill Current bank statement Current paycheck Government check Visit the Pennsylvania Voter Services website for any voting information questions. Learn More If you have questions about your registration status, polling place, or anything relating to the April 23 election, visit the Allegheny County Elections website or contact the county election office at 412-350-4500. Address Allegheny County Elections Division 542 Forbes Ave., Suite 312 Pittsburgh, PA 15219-2953 Hours Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
April 22, 2019 Phone Banking: School Board Member Elections Being a School Board member is one of the most important elected positions in Pittsburgh. They play a vital role in our community property, including setting tax rates, negotiating the work rules and pay for all school staff, hiring key school administrators, and enacting policies that govern the district and budget. However, only one in five registered voters cast their votes during school board elections. How Can You Help? On May 21, 2019, voters will vote in the primary elections for Districts 2, 4, 6 and 8. You can help make sure voters are informed about the upcoming School Board elections by signing up to volunteer today and talking with your friends and neighbors. Interested volunteers can sign up for varying types of opportunities, including: Door Knocking, Phone Banking, and Giving Voters Information on Election Day. Volunteer Sign Up Sign up for phone banking today to support your local community. Other Sessions Door Knocking – Saturday, April 27 | Highland Park | 11 a.m. | Learn more and register.
