The stars are aligning for Pittsburgh in an unprecedented manner.
Why it matters: Infrastructure improvements, massive events and returning crowds this year will inject hundreds of millions in economic impact into a city and region that are wading through budget issues.
The big picture: The city will open a new park and a music venue.
- This summer, it will hold events related to the FIFA World Cup, the nation’s 250th birthday and the quadrennial Carnegie International arts festival.
- It’s hosting the NFL Draft in April, arguably the biggest public event the region has ever hosted.
What they’re saying: “We are gearing up for a historic year in Allegheny County. It’s exciting to know we’ll be featured on a global stage and building improved public assets not only to be enjoyed by tourists but by everyone who calls the Pittsburgh area home,” Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato tells Axios…