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Pittsburgh 2027 City Council Primary Elections

Election Date:May 18, 2027Register by:April 18, 2027

The Pittsburgh 2027 City Council Primary Elections will be held on May 18, 2027, to nominate candidates for various city council districts across Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Voters will select nominees who will advance to the general election in November 2027, with seats up for election including those in Districts 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9, among others, depending on the ward map.

About This Race

The Pittsburgh 2027 City Council Primary Elections will be held on May 18, 2027, to nominate candidates for various city council districts across Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Voters will select nominees who will advance to the general election in November 2027, with seats up for election including those in Districts 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9, among others, depending on the ward map.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
May 18, 2027
Registration Deadline
April 18, 2027
Early Voting Starts
May 2, 2027
Early Voting Ends
May 15, 2027

How to Vote

To vote in the Pittsburgh 2027 City Council Primary, Pennsylvania residents must be registered to vote by April 18, 2027. Voters can cast their ballot in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from May 2 to May 15, 2027, or by requesting a mail-in ballot. First-time voters may need to show ID, such as a Pennsylvania driver's license or state ID, while all voters should verify their registration and polling location via the Pennsylvania Department of State's website.

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Democratic

James Riley

Pittsburgh City Council District 5

Biography

James Riley is a small business owner and lifelong resident of Pittsburgh’s District 5 seeking to revitalize local commercial corridors, reduce property taxes for seniors, and invest in infrastructure improvements including road repairs and broadband access.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Maria Gonzalez

Pittsburgh City Council District 5

Biography

Maria Gonzalez is a community organizer and former public school teacher running to improve public safety, expand affordable housing, and increase funding for neighborhood schools in Pittsburgh's District 5. She has led local youth mentorship programs and advocates for equitable development in underserved communities.

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