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City Council

City Council will approve several capital budget amendments, authorize contracts for the McArdle Bridge over Hillside project, and update the city fleet management agreement with TransDev. The agenda also includes a $250,000 contract for a youth violence prevention program, interdepartmental fund transfers, and property acquisitions for the Pittsburgh Land Bank. Routine personnel appointments and grant updates will also be reviewed.

• McArdle Bridge over Hillside: $1.25M PennDOT reimbursement agreement and $997,407.91 STV engineering contract
• TransDev fleet management contract amended to $78,260,941.46 over six years
• $250,000 contract with Operation Better Block for the Safe Passages youth violence prevention program
• Capital budget shifts: $52,854.68 moved from swimming pool maintenance to play area improvements
• Pittsburgh Land Bank to acquire three vacant City properties at 0 Kelly St, 0 Lincoln Ave, and 169 Auburn St

Executive Session

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Bill 2026-0518, which proposes creating a Neighborhood Improvement District along East Carson Street. The district would fund targeted street and business improvements by assessing fees on nearby property owners. City Council members will review the proposed bylaws, management plan, and list of affected properties during the hearing.

• Public hearing on Bill 2026-0518 to establish the East Carson Street Improvement District
• Review of proposed bylaws for the ECS District Management Inc.
• Approval of the NID Management Association operational plan
• Examination of Exhibit B listing properties subject to district assessments

Standing Committees

Pittsburgh City Council standing committees review several new vendor resolutions and infrastructure licenses. Members will vote on contracts for recreation programming, IT support, state legislative consulting, and software subscriptions, plus approve ALCOSAN construction work at no city cost.

• Contract for social services programming at Burgwin Recreation Center up to $250,000
• IT network support agreement with ePlus Technology capped at $95,440 annually
• State legislative consulting contract with Malady & Wooten Inc. up to $264,000 over four years
• Amendment increasing Julota software subscription cap by $520 to a total of $276,044.72
• ALCOSAN license to construct diversion structures at 2200 Spring Garden Avenue at no city cost

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will conduct a public hearing on Bill 513, which proposes changing the zoning for three parcels on Kelly Street in Homewood West. The current residential designation would be replaced with an Urban Industrial classification. The committee will review planning commission staff reports and cover letters related to the proposed zoning map amendment before making a recommendation to the full City Council.

• Public hearing on Bill 513 to rezone parcels 125-G-13, 125-G-14, and 125-G-15 on Kelly Street
• Proposed zoning change from Residential Single Unit Detached (R1D-L) to Urban Industrial (UI) in Homewood West
• Review of Planning Commission staff report and cover letter for zoning map amendment DCP-MPZC-2022-00250

Post Agenda

City Council will discuss a report from the Controller regarding code enforcement practices. This discussion was requested by Council Member Robert Charland.

• Controller's Audit on Code Enforcement

Committee on Hearings and Policy

Standing Committees

The Finance and Law Committee will consider a referendum question regarding budget approval rules. Other committees are reviewing capital budget adjustments, infrastructure projects for the McArdle Bridge, and various departmental service agreements.

• Referendum on amending budget approval rules in the Home Rule Charter
• Increasing PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge design funding by $500,000
• Amending First Vehicle Services fleet management contract to a new cap of $78,260,941.46
• Authorizing $250,000 for the Safe Passages youth violence prevention program
• Expanding Residential Parking Permit Program Area 'HH' in Central Northside

The Finance and Law Committee reviewed various budget adjustments, including a deferred referendum on budget approval rules. Several resolutions regarding bridge design, vehicle fleet management, and park funding were affirmatively recommended for passage.

• Held budget approval referendum question in committee until 7/29/2026
• Held $60,000 play area and public safety equipment transfer in committee
• Affirmatively recommended increasing McArdle Bridge design funding by $500,000
• Affirmatively recommended decreasing vehicle fleet management spend by $988,402.29
• Affirmatively recommended legal service warrant for insurance litigation
• Affirmatively recommended 2025 and 2026 capital budget fund re-allocations
• Affirmatively recommended park reconstruction program fund transfers
• Approved various departmental invoices, intra-departmental transfers, and P-Cards

Post Agenda

Pittsburgh City Council will finalize the Downtown Pittsburgh Transit Revitalization Investment District Implementation Plan. The resolution authorizes the district's adoption and related agreements, following a public hearing in late June. The measure outlines funding and development frameworks for downtown transit improvements.

• Bill 2026-0531: Adoption of the Downtown Pittsburgh TRID Implementation Plan
• Authorization of related agreements for the transit district
• Public hearing completed on June 25, 2026

The City Council held a discussion on Bill 2026-0531, which authorizes adoption of the Downtown Pittsburgh Transit Revitalization Investment District (TRID) Implementation Plan. No vote or decision was taken during the meeting; it was a procedural discussion only.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several professional service agreements for public safety, IT support, and legislative services. The meeting also includes multiple resolutions to settle outstanding litigation and a cooperation agreement for library renovations.

• Safe Passages youth violence prevention program ($250,000)
• ePlus Technology IT support contract ($95,440)
• Malady & Wooten legislative services ($264,000 over four years)
• ALCOSAN diversion structures at 2200 Spring Garden Avenue
• Carnegie Library Squirrel Hill HVAC and roof replacement ($400,000 grant)

The City Council passed multiple resolutions to settle various litigations and approved an extension for the Acting Director of Innovation and Performance. Several other items, including public safety and technology contracts, were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved appointment of Lori McCartney as Assistant Chief of Police (6-0)
• Approved 90-day term extension for Acting Director of Innovation and Performance (6-0)
• Passed $108,296.64 settlement for Robert Mahouski litigation (6-0)
• Passed $31,508.90 transfer to Slope Failure Remediation fund (6-0)
• Passed $70,000 settlement for Thomas and Sarah Bench litigation (6-0)
• Passed $60,000 settlement for Joseph Engelmeier litigation (6-0)
• Passed $90,000 settlement for Daryl and Karen Luciani litigation (6-0)
• Declared July 5 as 'Martyrs Day' and June 30 as 'Idella L. Michaels Day' (6-0)

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Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Pittsburgh City Council Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Bill 531. The committee will review the Downtown Pittsburgh Transit Revitalization Investment District Implementation Plan and related agreements for Council District 1. The hearing allows residents to provide feedback before the council votes on adopting the plan.

• Public hearing on Bill 531 (2026-0531)
• Downtown Pittsburgh Transit Revitalization Investment District Implementation Plan
• Related agreements for Council District 1

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The Council will consider two major code amendments. One proposes real estate tax exemptions to encourage construction or adaptive reuse on the Northside, while the other establishes a new tax and licensing chapter for mechanical amusement devices.

• Ordinance creating real estate tax exemptions for Northside construction/adaptive reuse
• Ordinance establishing Chapter 774: Mechanical Amusement Devices Tax and Licenses

City Council passed two ordinances on final reading. The first creates a real estate tax exemption for construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on Pittsburgh's Northside. The second establishes a tax and licensing framework for mechanical amusement devices.

• Passed Real Estate Tax Exemptions for Construction or Adaptive Reuse on Northside (8-0)
• Passed Mechanical Amusement Devices Tax and Licenses ordinance (8-0)

Standing Committees

The Finance and Law Committee will review multiple litigation settlements and a $31,508.90 capital budget transfer. The Public Works Committee considers a $1M PennDOT reimbursement for the Corliss Tunnel, a $384,501.50 engineering contract for the East Sycamore Street Bridge, and a $400,000 library HVAC grant. The Public Safety Committee will accept a $10,190.95 office furniture donation. The agenda also includes routine departmental invoice approvals and public comment.

• $400,000 Keystone grant for HVAC and roofing at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill Branch
• $1,000,000 reimbursement agreement with PennDOT for Corliss Tunnel preliminary design
• $384,501.50 contract with STV Inc. for East Sycamore Street Bridge preliminary engineering
• $31,508.90 capital budget transfer from Neighborhood Initiatives Fund to Slope Failure Remediation
• Multiple litigation settlements totaling over $490,000 for former employees and residents

The Finance and Law Committee recommended approval of eight litigation settlements totaling $553,296.64 and a $400,000 Keystone grant cooperation agreement for Carnegie Library HVAC and roof replacement. The Public Safety Committee recommended acceptance of a $10,190.95 office furniture donation. The Public Works Committee held a railroad crossing agreement for further review. All invoices and p-card transactions were approved.

• Approved Mahouski settlement $108,296.64
• Approved Bench settlement $70,000
• Approved Engelmeier settlement $60,000
• Approved Luciani settlement $90,000
• Approved Nichols settlement $40,000
• Approved Runco settlement $60,000
• Approved T. Perry and V. Perry estate settlements $125,000 total
• Approved Carnegie Library Keystone grant agreement $400,000

Post Agenda

The City Council will discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the first quarterly report for 2026. Officials from the City Controller's office and the Office of Management and Budget will be present to provide details on the city's fiscal status.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• 1st Quarterly 2026 Financial & Performance Report

Executive Session

The City Council is meeting privately to discuss a resolution regarding legal services. The matter involves a warrant for payment related to an ongoing court case in Allegheny County.

• Resolution 2026-0657: Payment to The Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Insurance Company
• Legal services for litigation matter GD 25-1960
• Payment not to exceed $10,000.00 over one year

The minutes record only that an executive session was held regarding a resolution to authorize a warrant for legal services up to $10,000 in a litigation matter. No votes, approvals, or denials are documented.

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council will review and vote on several budget amendments, contract adjustments, and property transfers. Key discussions include reallocating funds for the PJ McArdle Bridge over Hillside preliminary design, modifying the city’s vehicle fleet management agreement with TransDev, and authorizing the sale of multiple tax-redeemed properties. The council will also consider expanding a residential parking district in Central Northside and receive updates on city grants and code enforcement audits.

• Adjust $500,000 for PJ McArdle Bridge over Hillside preliminary design
• Amend TransDev vehicle fleet contract to $78,260,941.46 over six years
• Authorize sale of 19 tax-sold properties across multiple wards
• Expand Residential Parking Permit Area "HH" in Central Northside
• Transfer city parcels at 0 Chalfont St and 169 Auburn St to Land Bank

City Council passed finally a resolution authorizing the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple wards. Three ceremonial proclamations were adopted recognizing community awareness days. Several other items were introduced and referred to committees for further review.

• Passed finally resolution to sell 23 tax-delinquent properties (motion carried)
• Adopted proclamation declaring June 23, 2026 as Aphasia Awareness Day (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring June 23, 2026 as Ryan Lestitian Day (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring June 23, 2026 as Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day (unanimous)

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Committee on Hearings and Policy

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding an ordinance to create a new chapter in the city code. This proposal would establish specific licensing requirements and a tax for mechanical amusement businesses.

• Public Hearing for Bill 2026-0544: Mechanical Amusement Devices Tax and Licenses

The Committee on Hearings and Policy conducted a public hearing regarding Bill 2026-0544. This proposed ordinance would create a new chapter in the city code to regulate the licensing and taxation of mechanical amusement devices.

• Held public hearing for Bill 2026-0544 (Mechanical Amusement Devices Tax and Licenses)

Briefing

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The committee is holding a public hearing on Bill 2026-0426, which would amend the Pittsburgh City Code to provide real estate tax exemptions for construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on the Northside. This hearing allows public input before potential adoption.

• Public hearing on Bill 2026-0426: ordinance creating real estate tax exemptions for construction or adaptive reuse on Northside

Standing Committees

Pittsburgh's Standing Committees will consider a resolution authorizing an $800,000 agreement with Allegheny County to fund expanded outreach for individuals experiencing homelessness. Other notable items include the sale of dozens of tax-delinquent properties, a $108,296.64 litigation settlement, and a rezoning proposal for Mount Washington parcels.

• $800,000 agreement with Allegheny County for homeless outreach services
• Sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple council districts
• $108,296.64 settlement to Robert Mahouski for discrimination litigation
• Rezoning of parcels in Mount Washington from Grandview Public Realm to Residential-Mixed Use
• Conditional use approval for Passport Academy Charter School at 1835 Forbes Avenue

The Standing Committees recommended approval of an $800,000 agreement with Allegheny County to fund expanded outreach services for individuals experiencing homelessness. They also recommended the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties and the repeal of a previous sale. A $108,296 settlement related to litigation was held in committee for further review.

• Affirmatively recommended $800K agreement with Allegheny County DHS for homeless outreach (9-0)
• Affirmatively recommended sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties (2026-0592)
• Affirmatively recommended repeal of one property sale (2026-0593)
• Affirmatively recommended forfeiture of 27 properties due to incomplete sale (2026-0594)
• Held $108,296 litigation settlement (Mahouski) in committee, due back 6/24
• Approved departmental invoices totaling ~$25,000
• Approved $100K intradepartmental transfer within Bureau of Police for supplies and equipment
• Approved p-card expenses for period 6/2-6/8

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Executive Session

City Council meets in executive session to discuss seven resolutions authorizing payments to settle lawsuits. Total settlements amount to $445,000 across cases involving property damage, personal injury, and other claims. The session is closed to the public.

• $90,000 settlement to Daryl and Karen Luciani (GD 22-005855)
• $70,000 settlement to Thomas and Sarah Bench (GD 23-001282, GD 22-005855)
• $62,500 settlement to Tyrone Perry (GD 23-001280, GD 22-005855)
• $62,500 settlement to estate of Velva Perry (GD 23-001280, GD 22-005855)
• $60,000 settlement to Joseph Engelmeier (GD 22-010910, GD 22-005855)

No substantive decisions were made; the council convened an executive session to discuss seven proposed litigation settlements for amounts ranging from $40,000 to $90,000. The minutes only record that the session was held, with votes or actions deferred to a later public meeting.

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The City Council will vote on a rezoning of 13 parcels in Mount Washington from Grandview Public Realm to Residential-Mixed Use, requiring a planning commission report. They will also decide on a $1 million agreement for the Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program, approve legal settlements totaling over $400,000, and authorize multiple infrastructure agreements for bridge and tunnel projects.

• Rezone 13 parcels in Mount Washington from GPR-A to R-MU
• Approve $1,000,000 for Learn & Earn Summer Youth Program with Partner4Work
• Authorize $1,000,000 for Corliss Tunnel preliminary design (80% reimbursable)
• Settle litigation with Daryl and Karen Luciani for $90,000
• Transfer liquor license from McCrossins Landing Pub to Silver Ashes Hospitality Group at 728 Copeland St (public hearing)

The City Council met and approved two ceremonial proclamations. All other agenda items were introduced and referred to committees, with no final votes taken.

• Adopted proclamation declaring June 18 'Henry DeLuca Day' (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring June 14 'Rev. Hubert D. Hutcherson Day' (unanimous)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding a conditional use application. The request would allow Passport Academy Charter School to operate an elementary or secondary school at the 1835 Forbes Avenue location.

• Public hearing for Bill 481: Passport Academy Charter School's Conditional Use
• Proposed school operation at 1835 Forbes Avenue (Block and Lot 11-J-56)

Standing Committees

The Standing Committees will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $2.5 million reimbursement agreement for the East Ohio Street Safety and Streetscape project and a $1 million increase to Complete Streets funding. They will also vote on transferring $550,000 from sports facilities to play area improvements, approving a $1.07 million street resurfacing allocation, and introducing new programs for urban gardens and greenways. Additionally, dozens of small invoices and departmental expenses are up for approval.

• $2.5M East Ohio Street Safety and Streetscape construction project (100% reimbursable)
• $1M increase to Complete Streets funding from federal highway funds
• $550K transfer from sports facilities to play area improvements
• $1.07M street resurfacing allocation from ARPA funds
• New ordinances to create City Farms Garden Program and Greenways Program

The Standing Committees recommended approval of several capital budget amendments, including $1M for Complete Streets and $1.065M for street resurfacing, and advanced the $2.5M East Ohio Street Safety and Streetscape project. Invoices and p-card approvals were passed. Items on Adopt-A-Lot program and greenway land acquisition were held for further review.

• Affirmatively Recommended: $2.5M reimbursement agreement for East Ohio Street Safety and Streetscape (PA DOT funding)
• Affirmatively Recommended: $1M increase to Complete Streets (federal funding)
• Affirmatively Recommended: $1.065M for street resurfacing (ARPA)
• Approved: Invoices and p-card expenditures for various departments
• Affirmatively Recommended: $550,000 transfer from sports facilities to play area improvements
• Held: Adopt-A-Lot program update (due back 6/17)
• Held: Greenway land acquisition grant agreement (due back 6/17)
• Held: Railroad crossing access agreement at Lock Way (due back 6/24)

Briefing

Executive Session

City Council is holding an executive session to discuss Resolution 2026-0595, which authorizes a payment of $108,296.64 to Robert Mahouski and legal counsel to settle a lawsuit and EEOC charge. The session is closed to the public.

• Resolution 2026-0595: settlement payment of $108,296.64 to Robert Mahouski for litigation and EEOC charge

No substantive decisions were made. The council held an executive session to discuss Resolution 2026-0595, authorizing a $108,296.64 settlement payment to Robert Mahouski for litigation. No votes or actions were taken.

• Executive session held; no votes or decisions

City Council

City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a $800,000 contract with Allegheny County for homelessness outreach services, a $108,296 legal settlement, and the sale of numerous tax-delinquent properties. They will also consider amending the capital budget to transfer $550,000 for play area improvements and correcting recent ordinances.

• $800,000 contract with Allegheny County for homelessness outreach
• $108,296 legal settlement for Robert Mahouski discrimination case
• Sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple districts
• Transfer $550,000 from sports facilities to play area improvements
• $46,590 increase for Cyclomedia road imaging contract

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Briefing