Pittsburgh Public Schools leaders discuss raising taxes at finance meeting

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Public Schools leaders are thinking about raising taxes next year.

A proposed 2026 budget presented at a finance meeting tonight included a possible tax hike.

The proposal also accounts for the district’s plan to permanently close nine buildings.

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Leaders said they are expecting a $12.2 million deficit next year.

That’s down from the district’s $25 million loss from this year.

A vote on the budget is expected in December.

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