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Allegheny Regional Asset District

The Allegheny Regional Asset District – RAD – invests in Allegheny County's quality of life through financial support of libraries, parks and trails, arts and cultural organizations, regional attractions, sports and civic facilities, and public transit.

With half of the proceeds from Allegheny County's additional one percent sales and use tax, RAD has invested more than $2.5 billion in our regional assets since its inception. An additional $2.5 billion has gone directly to the County and its 128 municipalities for property tax relief and local government services. RAD is a time-tested solution that works for the economy, for assets, for citizens, for municipalities – for all. RAD works here.

Libraries

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Libraries

Parks & Trails

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Parks & Trails

Arts & Culture

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Arts & Culture

Regional Attractions

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Regional Attractions

Sports & Civic Facilities

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Sports & Civic Facilities

Public Transit

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Public Transit

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Check out RAD's 2025 BudgetRead our latest Annual ReportSee how RAD is granting $3.8 million to transformative library projects

Regional Assets

RAD funding supports more than 100 organizations that enhance our region's vitality and livability. We call them our Regional Assets. From library books to leopard cubs, and ballet barres to baseball games, RAD has something for everyone!

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Mar01

Squonking in the Library Part 1

"Squonking in the Library Part 1” is a lively workshop where young minds will learn the joy of musical expression! Through rhythmic games, instrument building and sound connection, you'll experience making music with Squonkers Mia Taylor and T-Funk Tony Thomas. Join us and see, music is everywhere!

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Mar15

Squonking in the Library Part 2

“Squonking in the Library Part 2” - Unleash Your Creativity with Rube Goldberg Machines and Squonk! Join Squonkers Kadey Donitzen and Mia Taylor for “Squonking in the Library Part 2,” an exciting workshop where science meets art! Kids aged 6-13 will dive into the world of Rube Goldberg Machines, learning how to harness the flow of energy, using everyday objects, to create quirky, complex contraptions with chain reactions. Don’t miss out on this chance to build, play, and explore!

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Mar22

Squonking in the Library Part 2

“Squonking in the Library Part 2” - Unleash Your Creativity with Rube Goldberg Machines and Squonk! Join Squonkers Kadey Donitzen and Mia Taylor for “Squonking in the Library Part 2,” an exciting workshop where science meets art! Kids aged 6-13 will dive into the world of Rube Goldberg Machines, learning how to harness the flow of energy, using everyday objects, to create quirky, complex contraptions with chain reactions. Don’t miss out on this chance to build, play, and explore!

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