Policy and Research Reports
Economic Development
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Economic Development:
- Karlie Haywood, Urban Agriculture: A Guide for Municipalities (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2017)
- Clarke Thomas, The Cabin Faces Wal-Mart: Planning, Environmentalism, and Market Forces on Pennsylvania's Suburban Frontiers (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2000)
- Elizabeth Beck, Urban Redevelopment Authority Executive Directors Discussion (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1998)
- Bruce Barron, A Hope and a Future: Regional Development in Southwestern Pennsylvania (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1998)
- Clarke Thomas, State Mandated Services (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Clarke Thomas, Getting the 'Jobs' Done (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1993)
Education
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Education Policy Committee:
- Briana Mihok and Dr. Christina J. Dixon, with contributions from Olivia Kruger, Learning from Crisis: Policies and practices that support flexibility in providing equitable learning opportunities for all students, (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2021)
- Aaron Lauer and Briana Mihok, Moving Beyond 20th Century Education: Emerging Trends in CTE and Project-based Learning (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2017)
- Briana Mihok and Yael Engel, Cooperation and Shared Services: Creating Opportunities for Students in the Face of Budget Challenges (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2013)
- Briana Mihok and Matthew Lieberman, Maintaining Student Achievement During Tough Economic Times: An Environmental Scan of School District Budget Options Under Consideration for FY 2011-12 (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2011)
- Clarke Thomas, So No Child Starts Behind (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2007)
- Clarke Thomas, Teachers in Transition a Key: Everybody Learning (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1999)
- Elizabeth Beck, Education and Education Reform An In-Depth Dialogue (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Bruce Barron, K-12 Educational Policy in Pennsylvania (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
Environment
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Environment:
- Jan Lauer, Carbon Capture and Sequestration: Exploring a Southwestern Pennsylvania Geologic Demonstration Project (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2008)
- Conrad Daniel Volz, Southwestern Pennsylvania's Water Quality Problems and How to Address Them Regionally (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2007)
- Laura Lewis-Clemons, Two Key Environmental Issues Facing Southwestern Pennsylvania: Brownfields and Air Quality (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1997)
- Clarke Thomas, How Brown is My Valley (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1992)
Fiscal Policy & Governance
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Fiscal Policy & Governance:
- Aaron Lauer, Voluntary Municipal Disincorporation: Creative Solutions for Counties of the Second Class (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2017)
- Bill Schlachter, Morton Coleman, and Nicolas Anway, Key Challenges and Strategies for Local Government (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2011)
- What to Do about Municipal Pensions (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2009)
- Clarke Thomas, Fixing What Ain't All Broke: The Governance Dilemma (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1998)
- Clarke Thomas, Fortunes and Misfortunes: Pittsburgh & Allegheny County Politics, 1930-95 (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Clarke Thomas, State Mandated Services (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Elizabeth Beck, Election and the Electorate Today (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1995)
- Clarke Thomas, The Future of American Cities (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1994)
- Clarke Thomas, Invisible Governments: Pennsylvania's Municipal Authorities (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1991)
Health & Human Services
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Health & Human Services:
- Aaron Lauer, Lead-safe Demolition Working Group Report (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2019)
- Aaron Lauer and Mark Nordenberg, Opioid Use Disorder: Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery (University of Pittsburgh, 2018)
- Terry Miller, Aaron Lauer, Briana Mihok, and Karlie Haywood, A Continuum of Care: Western Pennsylvania's Response to the Opioid Epidemic (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Aaron Lauer, Morton Coleman, and Karlie Haywood, Poverty: Beyond the Urban Core (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Ann Torregrossa, The Future of Medicaid Long-term Care Services in Pennsylvania: A Wake-up Call (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2013)
- Moe Coleman and Briana Mihok, Primary Care in Pennsylvania: Defining the Problem and Identifying Potential State Policy Solutions (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2011)
- Clarke Thomas, Old Folks Not at Home: New Scenarios for Senior Workers (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2008)
- Bruce Barron, Health Disparities in America: Challenge and Opportunity (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2008)
- Kim Graziani, Obesity Epidemic (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2005)
- Clarke Thomas, Preparedness for Health Emergencies in Pennsylvania: Implications for Public Policy (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2005)
- Bruce Barron, Americans with Disabilities (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2003)
- Mark Faccenda, Eliminating Health Disparities: Addressing Minority and Rural Community Issues (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2002)
- Clarke Thomas, Whither Welfare-to-Work (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2002)
- Clarke Thomas, Everyone and His Mother: Families, Government, and Long-term Care in Pennsylvania (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2001)
- Bruce Barron, Welfare Reform in Pennsylvania: Embarking on a New Path (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Clarke Thomas, Doctoring Medicaid: Volume I (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Clarke Thomas, Doctoring Medicaid: Volume II (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1996)
- Welfare Reform Forum (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1993)
Infrastructure
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Infrastructure:
- Maureen Washburn, Green Infrastructure (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2015)
- Infrastructure Status and Needs in Southwestern Pennsylvania: A Primer (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2014)
- Jack Bush, Regional Energy Survey: Key Opportunities and Challenges in Pennsylvania's Energy Sector (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2011)
- Bruce Barron, Transportation at a Crossroads (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1997)
- Clarke Thomas, ISTEA: A Different Kind of Highway Act (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1995)
Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness:
- Criminal Justice Reform: Creating a Path Forward to Reduce Racial Disparities in the Criminal Justice System - IOP Project Overview (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2023)
- Shamena Anwar, John Engberg, The Rand Corporation. Yamanda Wright, Megan Comfort, Monica Sheppard, Ashley Lowe, RTI International. “Executive Summary - Creating a Path Forward to Reduce Racial Disparities in the Criminal Justice System in Allegheny County.” (Rand Corporation, RTI International, December 2023)
- Shamena Anwar, John Engberg, The Rand Corporation. Yamanda Wright, Megan Comfort, Monica Sheppard, Ashley Lowe, RTI International. “Comprehensive Research Report - Creating a Path Forward to Reduce Racial Disparities in the Criminal Justice System in Allegheny County.” (Rand Corporation, RTI International, December 2023)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Improving Incarceration Policies and Practices in Allegheny County (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2019)
- Incarceration in Allegheny County: An Initiative Advancing the Criminal Justice Task Force Report of 2016 (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2018)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Improving Incarceration Policies and Practices in Allegheny County (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Allegheny County Courts and Probation (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Allegheny County Jail (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Allegheny County Law Enforcement (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Allegheny County Pretrial Decisions (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: Allegheny County Prosecution and Defense (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2016)
- Bruce Barron and Judy Feldman, Can the Correctional System Live Up to Its Name? Offender Rehabilitation in America (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2009)
- Public Officials Emergency Resource Guide - Update (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2009)
- Public Officials Emergency Resource Guide (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics)
- Public Officials Emergency Resource Guide - Pocket Guide (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics)
- Gangs and Youth Violence Forum (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1994)
Workforce Development
The following publications issued by the Institute are related to the focus areas of the Workforce Development:
- Briana Mihok, Kelly Tarnovski, and Olivia Kruger, Prepared for the Future: Policy recommendations to increase access for students to Pennsylvania's dual enrollment, early college high school, and pre-apprenticeship programs (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2020)
- Aaron Lauer and Briana Mihok, Moving Beyond 20th Century Education: Emerging Trends in CTE and Project-based Learning (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2017)
- Aaron Lauer, Governance and Funding Reform for Career and Technical Centers in Pennsylvania (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2011)
- Clarke Thomas, What after High School? (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 2003)
- Bruce Barron, The Workforce Investment Act: What it Means for Southwestern Pennsylvania (University of Pittsburgh Institute of Politics, 1998)