Will Gainey Veto His Own Housing Plan?

Everyone agrees Pittsburgh needs more housing, but how to build it — and ensure at least some of it is affordable — is trickier. Mayor Ed Gainey proposed a package of ideas last year that included requiring developers to set aside affordable units in big, new buildings. Then came a competing proposal. Then months of talks. At the end, deputy mayor Jake Pawlak says he thought the city had found a compromise with City Councilor Erika Strassburger. Host Megan Harris is back with Pawlak talking about why he says the mayor's office was “blindsided” by her recent amendment to Gainey’s plan — and why Gainey may veto it if he gets the chance. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: The Frick Family House Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.