BOARD EXPLORER

Understanding Pittsburgh's unelected power structure

Deborah Gross

Who they are

Age57 years old
Party affiliationDemocrat
ResidenceHighland Park (Pittsburgh)
Day jobCity Council Member, City of Pittsburgh
EducationDuke University, University of Florida
Contact412-255-2140
deborah.gross@pittsburghpa.gov

Boards they serve on

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Board of Trustees
CITY
COUNTY

Public Trustee
Conducts dialogue with the public in order to understand and better respond to concerns and suggestions about Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
3-year term:

Gender Equity Commission
CITY

Commissioner
To redress gender discrimination by analyzing intersectional gender discrimination, including identity, expression, sexuality, race and ethnicity, diverse abilities, education, income, etc,. Based upon the data, the GEC will work with the City to create an action plan to reduce the disparities and guide future plans.
3-year term: first served 12/12/2017, current term ends 12/31/2021.

Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board
CITY

Member
Oversees $10 million per year in spending on development and retention of affordable housing, and reports to the Urban Redevelopment Authority.
4-year term: first served 9/28/2022, current term ends 4/30/2026.
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