Gainey Takes Pittsburgh's Helm As New Mayor

Pittsburgh PA

03 January, 2022

4:49 PM

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PITTSBURGH, PA — Ed Gainey was inaugurated as Pittsburgh's mayor on Monday and vowed to make community and police relations economic inclusion, affordability and transportation his top priorities. "While Pittsburgh is a leader in many areas including health care, technology and our University system – under my Administration, we will work to build the foundation for the next generation of Pittsburghers by establishing policies that create and sustain investments in literacy, career and workforce development, civic infrastructure and partner with our schools to create a world-class education system that benefits everyone," Gainey said in his inaugural address. Gainey was sworn in in the City-County Building's city council chambers. The ceremony was virtual because of the spike in COVID-19 cases, but dignitaries in attendance included former Pittsburgh mayors Tom Murphy, Luke Ravenstahl and Bill Peduto, as well as Allegheny County executive Rich Fitzgerald. In his speech, Gainey paid tribute to local civil rights activists and elected officials such as Harvey Adams, Alma Speed Fox, Marcella Lee, Nate Smith, Byrd Brown, Dock Fielder, Bubby Hairston, and Chuck Frazier. "My victory represents another step forward in advancing the vision of a country where all people have access to opportunities to succeed," he said. "Our city is at its best when every resident has a seat at a table. We are at our best when we are defined by the the strength, compassion and boldness of our collective spirit." Click here to see Gainey's entire inaugural address. Be the first to know what's happening in your community and region. With a free Patch subscription, you'll always be up to date on local and state news: https://patch.com/subscribe.