We're revealing the top 10 nominees for this year's Best of Pittsburgh readers' poll. are finalists for Best Local Music Venue. Check back on August 8 to see who takes the top three spots, and click here to get your tickets to this year's Best of Party before it sells out!

Moira Kaleida

Moira Kaledia is a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh, and a  director for Pittsburgh Public Schools.

John Fetterman
For 12 years, John Fetterman has been the Mayor of Braddock, working to revive Braddock's thriving community.

Dan Gilman

A former City Councilman, Dan Gilman is now Bill Peduto's Chief of Staff.

Bill Peduto

Elected as Pittsburgh's Mayor in 2013, Bill Peduto works for the Steel City with the mantra, "If it's not for all, it's not for us."

Ed Gainey

Ed Gainey was elected to the House of Representatives in 2013, and advocates for labor rights, working-class families, transportation, education and community development.

Corey O'Connor

O'Connor, now in his second term as a City Councilman, focuses on local development, families and equal rights.