RIDC President Donald F. Smith Jr.’s latest column for the Pittsburgh Business Times. “We should prioritize timely approvals for projects that align with the region’s growth goals. This doesn’t mean rubber-stamping every proposal; it means evaluating projects with a balance of pragmatism and vision. Constructive criticism and refinements should be welcomed, but outright rejection without viable alternatives serves no one.”

Smith’s Viewpoint: Projects should be evaluated with a balance of pragmatism and vision – Pittsburgh Business Times

“We should prioritize timely approvals for projects that align with the region’s growth goals.”