Gender Equity Commission Meeting - 4/2/26

The City of Pittsburgh Gender Equity Commission held a meeting on April 2, 2026, focusing primarily on policy discussions related to reproductive health and leave policies for city employees. Key topics included revising the survey format for demographic data collection, finalizing departmental email communications for survey distribution, and exploring the creation of a Microsoft 365 group to facilitate survey responses. The commission also discussed expanding reproductive health leave policies to cover a broader range of conditions such as pregnancy loss, fertility treatments, and related health needs, with considerations for including employees' partners in certain cases. Additionally, the commission reviewed efforts to provide free menstrual products in city facilities, referencing past legislation and potential funding sources, and planned collaboration with the LGBTQIA+ commission on related initiatives. No contract awards, procurement decisions, or budget allocations were reported during this meeting.