Pittsburgh public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will vote on reappropriating $4.6 million from Finance to Public Works for 2025 water service costs. Other items include a $2.28 million animal detention contract with Humane Animal Rescue, a $470,990 auditing services contract, and the conveyance of 24 properties through the Side Yard Program. The meeting also features proclamations and committee reports on trust fund amendments and grant applications for ambulances and infrastructure projects.

• Reappropriation of $4,600,000 from Finance to Public Works for 2025 Pittsburgh Water service costs
• Animal detention contract with Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh not to exceed $2,280,273 over three years
• Auditing services contract with Maher Duessel not to exceed $470,990 over three years with a two-year option
• Conveyance of 24 properties through the Side Yard Program, including addresses like 306 N Millvale Ave and 5204 Kincaid Street
• Authorization to apply for $1,000,000 in DCED grant funding for two ambulances

City Council passed final legislation on multiple items, including a $2.28 million contract with Humane Animal Rescue for animal detention and care, a $750,000 transfer to support affordable housing on Homewood Avenue, and several grant applications for ambulances, recycling, and infrastructure projects. The council also approved amendments to trust funds for public safety departments and a side yard property conveyance. All votes were unanimous except one, where Council Member Gross dissented on a tuition reimbursement amendment.

• Approved $2,280,273 contract with Humane Animal Rescue for animal detention/care (9-0)
• Approved $750,000 transfer to Urban Redevelopment Authority for Homewood Ave affordable housing (9-0)
• Approved $1M grant application for two ambulances (9-0)
• Approved $1M grant application for Schenley Heights Pavilion construction (9-0)
• Approved $669,850.78 contract for Pittsburgh City Steps preliminary design (9-0)
• Approved $470,990 auditing services contract with Maher Duessel (referred to committee)
• Approved side yard property conveyance for 24 properties (9-0)
• Approved tuition reimbursement amendment (8-1, Gross dissenting)

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will consider a series of resolutions, including authorizing a $1 million grant application to buy two ambulances, creating a new Fire Secondary Employment Trust Fund, and approving conveyances of side‑yard properties. Additional items include a $1 million grant request for the Schenley Heights Pavilion, a grant for Bluff Street Steps planning, and a zoning master plan for Central Catholic High School. The council will also address updates to existing public‑safety trust funds and several contract warrants.

• Resolution authorizing the Mayor and OMB to apply for a $1,000,000 DCED grant to purchase two ambulances (2024-1324).
• Resolution creating the Fire Secondary Employment Trust Fund for premium‑pay reimbursements (2024-1334).
• Resolution conveying multiple side‑yard parcels (e.g., 306 N Millvale Ave, 5204 Kincaid St) under the Side Yard Program (2024-1336).
• Resolution authorizing a $1,000,000 DCED grant for the Schenley Heights Pavilion construction (2024-1338).
• Resolution approving an Institutional Master Plan Application for Central Catholic High School campus zoning (2024-1343).

The standing committees of Pittsburgh City Council met on December 23, 2024, and recommended approval of numerous resolutions, including grant applications, contracts, and property conveyances. Key actions included approving a $49,597.29 warrant for legal services, authorizing grant applications for ambulances and infrastructure projects, and recommending the sale of multiple properties through the Side Yard Program. All motions carried without recorded opposition.

• Approved $49,597.29 warrant for Frost Brown Todd LLC for legal services (2024-1331)
• Approved grant application for $1,000,000 for two ambulances (2024-1324)
• Approved $2,280,273 contract with Humane Animal Rescue for animal detention (2024-1325)
• Approved grant applications for Bluff Street Steps ($176,400) and Schenley Heights Pavilion ($1,000,000) (2024-1337, 2024-1338)
• Approved $669,850.78 contract with H.W. Lochner for City Steps preliminary design (2024-1340)
• Approved $750,000 sub-award to URA for affordable housing on Homewood Avenue (2024-1326)
• Approved Side Yard Program property conveyances (Items A-X) as amended (2024-1336)
• Held Central Catholic High School Institutional Master Plan for public hearing (2024-1343)

City Council

Council will vote on a package of 52 open-end professional services agreements totaling up to $1.5 million annually each for a three-year term. Other items include a $150,000 capital budget transfer from sport facilities to park reconstruction, a $100,000 contract for immigration legal services with Casa San José, and amendments to capital budgets for community organizations. Several resolutions from committee reports are up for final approval.

• 52 open-end professional services agreements, not-to-exceed $1.5M each annually for 3 years (2024-1300)
• 52 open-end small professional services agreements, not-to-exceed $750k each annually for 3 years (2024-1301)
• Transfer $150,000 from Facility Improvements - Sport Facilities to Park Reconstruction (2024-1364)
• Agreement with Casa San José for immigration legal services, not-to-exceed $100,000 (2024-1315)
• Amend capital budget: reduce South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association by $3,832.54, increase Community Human Services Corporation (2024-1357)

City Council passed 13 resolutions on final reading, including authorizing 52 open-end professional services agreements with multiple vendors (up to $1.5M annually each) and 52 smaller agreements (up to $750,000 annually each), both approved unanimously. Also passed were agreements for immigration representation services with Casa San José ($100,000), a conditional use for a PWSA pump station at 7853 Lock Way East, and several other contracts and program authorizations. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved 52 open-end professional services agreements, up to $1.5M annually each (9-0)
• Approved 52 open-end professional services agreements, up to $750,000 annually each (9-0)
• Approved $100,000 agreement with Casa San José for immigration representation (9-0)
• Approved conditional use for PWSA pump station at 7853 Lock Way East (9-0)
• Approved $61,103.42 warrant to Amcom for printer lease (9-0)
• Approved $79,200 increase for Monday.com contract, total $323,200 (9-0)
• Approved $30,000 US Ignite membership dues (9-0)
• Approved $210,000 for 2024 Neighborhood Employment Program (9-0)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Bill 1181, which addresses a petition from residents regarding the installation of bike lanes on Stanton Ave. The hearing is scheduled for December 18, 2024.

• Public hearing on Bill 1181 regarding Stanton Ave. bike lanes
• Petition from residents requesting the hearing
• Meeting set for 1:30 PM on December 18, 2024

City Council held a public hearing on a valid resident petition regarding the recent installation of bike lanes on Stanton Avenue. No vote or decision was made during the hearing; it was a procedural step to receive public input.

• Held public hearing on Stanton Ave. bike lane petition (no vote)

Standing Committees

The Standing Committees will vote on resolutions to approve multiple open‑end professional services contracts, each limited to $1.5 million annually for three years. They will also approve a series of departmental invoices and intra‑departmental fund transfers, and consider several employment‑program and grant‑related resolutions.

• Resolution 2024‑1300: authorize 52 open‑end professional services agreements, up to $1,500,000 per vendor annually for three years
• Resolution 2024‑1301: authorize 52 open‑end professional services agreements, up to $750,000 per vendor annually for three years
• Approval of departmental invoices totaling several hundred thousand dollars across Finance, Law, Public Safety, Parks, and other departments
• Intra‑departmental transfers moving funds for professional services, landscaping, and public safety supplies
• Resolution 2024‑1315: authorize up to $100,000 for services with Casa San José on immigration representation

The standing committees of Pittsburgh City Council met on December 18, 2024, and approved a series of resolutions, including two open-end professional services agreements with 52 vendors each, a $100,000 agreement with Casa San José for immigration representation, and amendments to grant and employment program resolutions. They also approved a large batch of departmental invoices, intradepartmental transfers, and P-card approvals. A zoning ordinance for North Oakland was held for a public hearing, and another was referred to the Planning Commission.

• Approved 52 open-end professional services agreements (up to $1.5M each annually) (2024-1300)
• Approved 52 open-end professional services agreements (up to $750K each annually) (2024-1301)
• Approved $100K agreement with Casa San José for immigration representation (2024-1315)
• Approved amendment to Spring Hill Park Rehabilitation grant (2024-1302)
• Approved amendments to 2023 and 2024 Neighborhood Employment Program resolutions (2024-1293, 2024-1294)
• Approved 2024 Pittsburgh Partnership Employment Program resolution (2024-1295)
• Approved conditional use for PWSA pump station at 7853 Lock Way East (2024-1042)
• Referred zoning ordinance amendment to Planning Commission (2024-1284) (6-3)

City Council

City Council is reviewing several grant applications for ambulances and park projects, as well as a multi-year animal care agreement. The body is also discussing affordable housing development on Homewood Avenue and a zoning master plan for Central Catholic High School.

• Agreement with Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh for animal care not to exceed $2,280,273 over three years
• Transfer of up to $750,000 to the Urban Redevelopment Authority for affordable housing on Homewood Avenue
• Grant application for $1,000,000 to purchase two ambulances
• Institutional Master Plan application for Central Catholic High School campus (Fifth Avenue and South Neville Street)
• Grant application for $1,000,000 for the Schenley Heights Pavilion Construction project

City Council gave final approval to the 2025 operating budget, capital budget, and related fiscal measures, all by 8-1 votes with Council Member Kail-Smith dissenting. The council also approved several contracts and agreements, including a $788,054 five-year deal for heart-monitor maintenance and a $1.15 million disparity study. Numerous other resolutions were introduced and referred to committees for further review.

• Approved 2025 Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (8-1)
• Approved 2025 operating budget appropriations (8-1)
• Approved 2025 real estate tax rate (8-1)
• Approved 2025 fee schedule (8-1)
• Approved $788,054 Zoll Medical heart-monitor maintenance contract (9-0)
• Approved $1,151,590 disparity study with MGT Impact Solutions (9-0)
• Approved 2025 Housing Opportunity Fund Annual Allocation Plan (9-0)
• Adopted 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (9-0)

Executive Session

City Council is holding an executive session to discuss a resolution regarding legal services. The session involves a tax dispute related to sports facility usage fees.

• Resolution 2024-1331: Payment to Frost Brown Todd, LLC for legal services not to exceed $49,597.29

The City Council held an executive session on December 17, 2024, to discuss Resolution 2024-1331, which authorizes a warrant for legal services from Frost Brown Todd, LLC in connection with a sports facility usage fee tax dispute. The amount is not to exceed $49,597.29 over one year. No vote was taken during the executive session; the matter was referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Held executive session on Resolution 2024-1331 (no vote)
• Referred Resolution 2024-1331 to Committee on Finance and Law

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is holding public hearings on a series of resolutions and ordinances for the 2025 fiscal year, including the capital and operating budgets, real estate tax rate, and various fund appropriations. These items require approval before the new fiscal year starts January 1, 2025.

• 2024-1156: Resolution adopting the 2025 Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• 2024-1157: Resolution making appropriations for the 2025 operating budget
• 2024-1167: Ordinance fixing the 2025 real estate tax rate
• 2024-1160: Resolution authorizing appropriations for the Stop the Violence Fund for 2025
• 2024-1191: Resolution authorizing the 2025 fee schedule

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held public hearings on 14 bills related to the 2025 fiscal year, including the capital and operating budgets, tax rates, and fee schedules. No votes were taken; all items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Held public hearing on 2025 cooperative purchasing agreements (Bill 1154)
• Held public hearing on 2025 contract letting and purchasing (Bill 1155)
• Held public hearing on 2025 Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (Bill 1156)
• Held public hearing on 2025 operating budget appropriations (Bill 1157)
• Held public hearing on 2025 officer and employee positions and compensation (Bill 1158)
• Held public hearing on 2025 intra-departmental transfers (Bill 1159)
• Held public hearing on 2025 Stop the Violence Fund appropriations (Bill 1160)
• Held public hearing on 2025 Parks Trust Fund appropriations (Bill 1161)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use application. The request is for the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority to construct a new pump station.

• Public hearing for Bill 1042: Conditional Use Application for PWSA to build a pump station at 7853 Lock Way East

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 2024-1042, a resolution approving a conditional use application by the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) to construct a new pump station at 7853 Lock Way East. The hearing was held on December 11, 2024, and the matter was then referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held for Bill 2024-1042 (PWSA pump station conditional use)
• Bill 2024-1042 referred to Committee on Land Use and Economic Development

Standing Committees

Standing Committees will discuss several professional service agreements, budget reallocations, and updates to the city's property maintenance and zoning codes. The meeting also includes a review of numerous departmental invoices for council approval.

• Resolution 2024-1265: Agreement with Zoll Medical Corporation for maintenance and warranty services not to exceed $788,054 over five years
• Resolution 2024-1279: Reallocating $184,000 from Play Area Improvements to Complete Streets
• Ordinance 2024-1273: Adoption of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• Resolution 2024-1269: Agreement with Cliff Jobe Consulting LLC for expert witness services not to exceed $10,000
• Resolution 2024-1207: Continued designation of a Downtown Pittsburgh Business Improvement District

The Finance and Law Committee recommended approval of the 2025 operating budget, capital budget, and related fiscal measures, including amendments to the capital and operating budgets and the Parks Trust Fund. The Land Use Committee advanced a zoning amendment with multiple amendments, but held it for legal opinion. Other committees recommended contracts for EMS equipment, software support, and a disparity study.

• 2025 Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program recommended as amended
• 2025 Operating Budget appropriations recommended as amended
• 2025 Parks Trust Fund appropriations recommended as amended
• 2025 Stop the Violence Fund appropriations recommended
• 2025 real estate tax rate ordinance recommended
• 2025 fee schedule resolution recommended
• Zoning overlay amendment (2024-1284) held in committee for legal opinion (7-2)
• EMS heart-monitor maintenance contract with Zoll Medical recommended ($788,054 over 5 years)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a line‑item vote on the City of Pittsburgh's 2025 budget. Council members will consider each budget category individually before approving the overall budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Line‑item vote on the 2025 city budget

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met for a line-item vote on the 2025 budget, but the meeting was recessed with no decisions recorded. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were taken.

City Council

Pittsburgh City Council will vote on a zoning map amendment for parcels in North Oakland, shifting several existing designations to Urban Center Employment and Mixed Use. The council also considers multiple contracts, including a $1.15M disparity study, employment program funding, and professional services agreements.

• Rezoning of parcels bounded by Neville Street, Forbes Avenue, S Bellefield Avenue, and Bigelow Boulevard in North Oakland from RM-M, RM-VH, OPR-B, SP-7, UI, and H to UC-E and UC-MU
• Resolution authorizing up to $1,151,590 for a business disparity study by MGT Impact Solutions, LLC
• Two resolutions authorizing 52 open-end professional services agreements up to $1.5M and $750,000 annually each for three years
• Amendment to Monday.com contract adding $79,200 for a total not-to-exceed $323,200 over 4 years
• Resolution authorizing $100,000 for universal representation immigration services with Casa San José

Pittsburgh City Council approved a $3 million contract with eDocs Technologies for an enterprise-wide content management system, along with numerous other contracts, settlements, and appointments. All votes were unanimous (9-0). Several items were introduced and referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $3M contract with eDocs Technologies for enterprise content management system (9-0)
• Approved $1.1M for Food Justice initiatives with four organizations (9-0)
• Approved $1M transfer for utility expenses in Public Works (9-0)
• Approved $292,390 veterinary services contract with A Step Up Veterinary (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 litigation settlement for Kush T. Patel (9-0)
• Approved $200,000 litigation settlement for Gordon M. Brown (9-0)
• Approved $130,000 litigation settlement for Sarah Pratt (9-0)
• Approved sale of 17 tax-delinquent properties (9-0)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on two resolutions. One amends the city's American Rescue Plan allocation by updating approved projects to version 9. The other continues the Downtown Pittsburgh Business Improvement District at the request of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

• Bill 2024-1193: Resolution to amend ARPA fund allocation per Exhibit A, version 9.
• Bill 2024-1207: Resolution to renew the Downtown Pittsburgh Business Improvement District for the area shown on Exhibit A.

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held public hearings on two items: Bill 1193, which would amend the ARPA funding allocation plan (version 9), and Bill 1207, which would continue the Downtown Pittsburgh Business Improvement District. Both hearings were held and the items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law. No final decisions were made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on Bill 1193 (ARPA plan amendment) and referred to Finance and Law
• Public hearing held on Bill 1207 (Downtown Improvement District) and referred to Finance and Law

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will conduct a budget hearing for the Parks and Recreation department. Council members will review the department’s financial proposals and allocations. No specific agenda items are listed beyond the budget hearing.

The Committee on Hearings and Policy meeting for the Parks and Recreation budget was recessed. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2024-1148 to name the gym in the REAM Rec Center the "Macellaro Gym" in honor of the Macellaro family for their contributions to keeping the Recreation Center open. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Bill 1148 to name the REAM Rec Center gym as the Macellaro Gym in recognition of John Macellaro, John Macellaro Sr., and Moe Macellaro

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 1148, a resolution to name the gym in the REAM Rec Center as 'Macellaro Gym' in honor of the Macellaro family. The hearing was held and the bill was referred to the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on Bill 1148 to name REAM Rec Center gym 'Macellaro Gym'
• Bill 1148 referred to Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold budget hearings for the Department of Public Works. The hearings will cover the department’s Administration, Environmental Services, Facilities, Operations, and Capital Projects divisions. No specific budget amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Budget hearing for DPW Administration
• Budget hearing for DPW Environmental Services
• Budget hearing for DPW Facilities
• Budget hearing for DPW Operations
• Budget hearing for DPW Capital Projects

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened a budget hearing for the Department of Public Works, covering administration, environmental services, facilities, operations, and capital projects. The meeting was recessed with no substantive decisions or votes recorded.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold budget hearings for the Urban Redevelopment Authority, the Housing Opportunity Fund, and the Pittsburgh Land Bank. The meeting is scheduled for 1:30 PM on December 4, 2024, at the City-County Building.

• Budget hearings for Urban Redevelopment Authority
• Budget hearings for Housing Opportunity Fund
• Budget hearings for Pittsburgh Land Bank
• Meeting location: City-County Building, 414 Grant Street
• Meeting time: 1:30 PM, December 4, 2024

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened budget hearings for the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), the Housing Opportunity Fund, and the Pittsburgh Land Bank. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was recessed after the hearings.

• Held budget hearing for Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
• Held budget hearing for Housing Opportunity Fund
• Held budget hearing for Pittsburgh Land Bank
• Meeting recessed without formal action

Standing Committees

The City of Pittsburgh Standing Committees will consider a $1 million interdepartmental transfer from the Bureau of Facilities to cover utility costs, along with numerous litigation settlements totaling over $700,000. Also on the agenda are the sale of 17 tax-delinquent properties, a $292,000 veterinary services contract, and acceptance of a $40,000 data security donation and a $120,000 Bloomberg grant.

• Interdepartmental transfer of $1,000,000 from Bureau of Facilities to Bureau of Administration for utility costs
• Litigation settlements including $250,000 to Kush T. Patel, $200,000 to Gordon M. Brown, $130,000 to Sarah Pratt, and others
• Sale of 17 tax-delinquent properties (items A through Q) across multiple council districts
• Professional veterinary services contract with A Step Up Veterinary, Inc. not to exceed $292,390.48 over four years
• Acceptance of $120,000 grant from Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities Initiative for Innovation Team project

The Pittsburgh City Council standing committees advanced several resolutions, including multiple legal settlements, budget reallocations for park improvements, and various service contracts. The council also approved property sales and grant agreements for urban development, while tabling decisions on the 2025 Housing Opportunity Fund and a transit revitalization plan.

• Recommended $250,000 legal settlement for Kush T. Patel
• Recommended $200,000 legal settlement for Gordon M. Brown
• Recommended $130,000 legal settlement for Sarah Pratt
• Recommended $100,000 budget shift from sports facilities to play areas
• Recommended $3M contract for enterprise content management system
• Recommended rezoning in East Liberty to high-density residential
• Tabled 2025 Housing Opportunity Fund Allocation Plan
• Held Manchester-Chateau transit plan for public hearing

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The committee is meeting to conduct budget hearings for specific city departments and partners. The session focuses on the Department of Human Resources, the Pittsburgh Partnership, and the Department of Innovation & Performance.

• Budget hearing for Department of Human Resources
• Budget hearing for Pittsburgh Partnership
• Budget hearing for Department of Innovation & Performance

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met on December 3, 2024, to conduct budget hearings for the Department of Human Resources, the Pittsburgh Partnership, and the Department of Innovation & Performance. No substantive legislative actions or votes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting was recessed.

• Budget hearings for Department of Human Resources held
• Budget hearings for Pittsburgh Partnership held
• Budget hearings for Department of Innovation & Performance held
• Meeting recessed

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council will consider several resolutions, including extending the B-Three Solutions software maintenance contract to a total not‑to‑exceed $2,129,321 through December 31 2025. Other items include authorizing a $788,054 five‑year agreement with Zoll Medical for heart‑monitor and defibrillator services, a $1,100,000 food‑justice investment program, a $100,000 playground renovation at Westwood Park, and a cost‑free Level of Service Agreement with Riverlife for city riverfronts.

• Resolution 2024‑1266: Extend B‑Three Solutions contract, max $2,129,321 over 8 years.
• Resolution 2024‑1265: Authorize Zoll Medical services, max $788,054 over 5 years.
• Resolution 2024‑1268: Approve Food Justice investments, max $1,100,000 over 2 years.
• Resolution 2024‑1271: Renovate Westwood Park playground, max $100,000.
• Resolution 2024‑1272: Riverlife Level of Service Agreement for riverfronts, no cost to the city.

Pittsburgh City Council unanimously passed a series of final resolutions, including a $6.87 million increase to the Google Cloud services contract (total $11.47M over 8 years) and a $585,755 increase to the Accenture CRM upgrade contract. Council also approved several capital budget amendments, public art contracts, and a $788,054 five-year heart-monitor maintenance agreement with Zoll Medical. All votes were 9-0.

• Passed $11.47M Google Cloud subscription contract amendment (9-0)
• Passed $1.1M Accenture CRM upgrade contract amendment (9-0)
• Passed $788,054 Zoll Medical heart-monitor maintenance agreement (9-0)
• Passed $420,000 Safe Routes to School reimbursement agreement (9-0)
• Passed $185,000 public art contract with Shiftworks for University Line corridor (9-0)
• Passed $90,000 public art contract with YOGAMOTIF for Hill District (9-0)
• Passed $90,000 public art contract with With An Eye Design for Beechview (9-0)
• Passed $6,692.51 settlement to Enterprise Rent-a-Car for vehicle damage claim (9-0)

Executive Session

Pittsburgh City Council is holding an executive session to discuss Resolution 2024-1269, which authorizes a professional services agreement with Cliff Jobe Consulting LLC for up to $10,000 over one year for expert witness services in ongoing litigation (Case No. 2:24-cv-1234-PLD). The session is scheduled for December 3, 2024, and includes a waiver of the competitive process.

• Resolution 2024-1269: Authorize up to $10,000 agreement with Cliff Jobe Consulting LLC for expert witness services in litigation case 2:24-cv-1234-PLD (waiver of competitive process received)

The City of Pittsburgh held an executive session to discuss Resolution 2024-1269. The session concerned a proposed agreement with Cliff Jobe Consulting LLC for expert witness services in Case No. 2:24-cv-1234-PLD.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is holding budget hearings for the Commission on Human Relations and the City Controller's office. These are procedural reviews of proposed budgets for the two bodies.

• Budget hearing for Commission on Human Relations
• Budget hearing for City Controller

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened budget hearings for the Commission on Human Relations and the City Controller. The meeting was recessed with no substantive decisions recorded.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is conducting budget hearings for the Office of Management & Budget. The session will cover various divisions including operating, capital, and procurement budgets.

• Budget hearing: Operating Budget Division
• Budget hearing: Capital Budget Division
• Budget hearing: CDBG Division
• Budget hearing: Procurement Division
• Budget hearing: Equipment Leasing Authority

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened for budget hearings covering the Office of Management & Budget (including its divisions) and the Mayor's Office. The meeting was recessed with no substantive decisions recorded.

• Held budget hearings for Office of Management & Budget divisions
• Held budget hearings for Mayor's Office
• Recessed meeting

Executive Session

Pittsburgh City Council holds an executive session to discuss and vote on nine resolutions authorizing warrant payments for litigation settlements and legal fees. The total proposed payments exceed $700,000, with the largest being $250,000 to Kush T. Patel and $200,000 to Gordon M. Brown. Also includes $130,000 to Sarah Pratt and $27,236 to Frost Brown Todd for legal services in a tax dispute.

• $250,000 settlement to Kush T. Patel (G.D. 21-011083)
• $200,000 settlement to Gordon M. Brown (2:22-cv-0787)
• $130,000 settlement to Sarah Pratt (2:23-cv-1102)
• $75,000 settlement to Cassandra Hoskey (G.D. 15-010500)
• $27,236 to Frost Brown Todd for sports facility usage fee tax dispute legal services

The City Council held an executive session on November 26, 2024, to discuss nine resolutions (Bills 1236-1244) authorizing warrant payments for litigation settlements and legal services. No votes were taken; the items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law for further action.

• Executive session held on settlement for Marya A. Pendro-Thomson ($9,000)
• Executive session held on settlement for Cassandra Hoskey ($75,000)
• Executive session held on settlement for Suad Ibrahim ($25,000)
• Executive session held on settlement for Kush T. Patel ($250,000)
• Executive session held on settlement for Iron City Ventures, LLC ($7,500)
• Executive session held on settlement for Sarah Pratt ($130,000)
• Executive session held on settlement for Gordon M. Brown ($200,000)
• Executive session held on legal services for Frost Brown Todd, LLC ($27,236)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold budget hearings for the Pittsburgh Housing Authority and the Pittsburgh Parking Authority.

• Budget hearing for Pittsburgh Housing Authority
• Budget hearing for Pittsburgh Parking Authority

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened budget hearings for the Pittsburgh Housing Authority and the Pittsburgh Parking Authority. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was recessed after the hearings.

• Held budget hearing for Pittsburgh Housing Authority
• Held budget hearing for Pittsburgh Parking Authority
• Meeting recessed

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will conduct budget hearings for the Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority (PWSA).

• Budget hearings for Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority (PWSA)

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened for budget hearings regarding the Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority (PWSA). The provided minutes do not record any decisions, votes, or specific outcomes.

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will vote on a zoning amendment that changes several East Liberty parcels to very high‑density residential. It will also consider the 2025 fee schedule, a settlement with Enterprise Rent‑a‑Car, and multiple financial resolutions including a $75,000 design services increase, a $420,000 Safe Routes to School reimbursement, a $3.7 million design‑management amendment, and a $64,451 software contract. Additional items include approvals of invoices and other minor expenditures.

• Resolution 2024-0819: Rezone East Liberty parcels to RM‑VH (very high‑density residential)
• Resolution 2024-1191: Authorize 2025 fee schedule (public hearing scheduled 12‑12‑24)
• Resolution 2024-1192: Settlement with Enterprise Mobility d/b/a Enterprise Rent‑a‑Car for $6,692.51
• Resolution 2024-1250: Reimbursement agreement with PennDOT for Safe Routes to School up to $420,000
• Resolution 2024-1195: Amend design‑management services contract to $3,711,256.73

Pittsburgh City Council's standing committees affirmatively recommended a series of resolutions, including a $6,870,384 increase to a Carahsoft Technology Corp. agreement for Google Cloud services, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $11,469,208.38 over eight years. Council also advanced a $585,755.33 increase for Accenture CRM work and a $64,451.72 increase for Julota software. Several items were held for public hearing, including the 2025 fee schedule and a Downtown Business Improvement District designation. A HOME-ARP shelter agreement with Auberle and an East Liberty rezoning were held in committee.

• Affirmatively recommended $6,870,384 increase for Carahsoft/Google Cloud services, total not-to-exceed $11,469,208.38 over 8 years
• Affirmatively recommended $585,755.33 increase for Accenture CRM upgrade, total not-to-exceed $1,095,755.33 over 3 years
• Affirmatively recommended $64,451.72 increase for Julota software, total not-to-exceed $204,431.72 over 3 years
• Amended and held 2025 fee schedule for cablecast public hearing
• Held Downtown Business Improvement District designation for cablecast public hearing
• Held Auberle HOME-ARP shelter agreement in Land Use committee, due back 1/8/2025
• Held East Liberty rezoning (83-J-300, 83-K-104, 83-K-102, etc.) in Land Use committee, due back 12/4/2024
• Approved departmental invoices and intradepartmental transfers

City Council

City Council is reviewing multiple professional service contracts, including a new enterprise-wide content management system. The body is also considering several legal settlement payments and the 2025 Housing Opportunity Fund Annual Allocation Plan.

• Resolution 2024-1230: Agreement with eDocs Technologies, LLC for a content management system not to exceed $3,000,000
• Resolution 2024-1231: Grant funds up to $750,000 from HUD for Homewood Avenue Revitalization Program
• Resolution 2024-1226: Veterinary services from A Step Up Veterinary, Inc. not to exceed $292,390.48 over four years
• Resolution 2024-1227: Increase Accenture CRM system contract to a total not to exceed $1,095,755.33
• Resolution 2024-1239: Legal settlement payment to Kush T. Patel not to exceed $250,000

City Council unanimously passed a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $78.8M contract amendment for vehicle fleet management, a zoning change in the 13th Ward, and a historic designation for Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio. Several new resolutions were introduced and referred to committees, covering contracts, grants, and land sales. All votes were 9-0.

• Passed amendment to First Vehicle Services fleet management contract, increasing spend to $78,849,343.75 (9-0)
• Passed zoning change from R1A-VH to LNC on property near Hamilton Avenue, 13th Ward (9-0)
• Passed historic designation for Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio at 160 Warden Street (9-0)
• Passed ordinance removing sunset date for Smart Loading Zones (9-0)
• Passed $2.5M agreement with Larson Design Group for RAISE Hill District Project (9-0)
• Passed $675,690.68 contract with D'Appolonia for Cowley-Goettman Recreation Center design (9-0)
• Passed $100,000 grant agreement with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Nina Gibbs to Equal Opportunity Review Commission (9-0)

Post Agenda

City Council will hold a discussion regarding a plan for homelessness during the winter. The meeting was requested by Council Person Bob Charland.

• Discussion on a plan for homelessness in the winter

Council members and invited guests held a discussion regarding a plan for homelessness during the winter. The minutes record no formal decisions, votes, or approved actions.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Pittsburgh City Council Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold budget hearings. The agenda lists the Office of Municipal Investigations and the Citizen Police Review Board as items for budget discussion. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Budget hearing for the Office of Municipal Investigations
• Budget hearing for the Citizen Police Review Board

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met on November 22, 2024 for budget hearings covering the Office of Municipal Investigations and the Citizen Police Review Board, both chaired by Mr. Coghill. The minutes record no decisions, votes, or dollar figures — only that the meeting recessed. No substantive actions were taken.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is meeting to continue budget hearings for the Department of Public Safety and the Bureau of Police.

• Budget hearings for Department of Public Safety (cont'd)
• Budget hearings for Bureau of Police (cont'd)
• Meeting at City-County Building, 414 Grant Street

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened for continued budget hearings on the Bureau of Police. The meeting was recessed with no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes recorded.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Bill 701, an ordinance that amends the Pittsburgh Zoning Code to change use types and review procedures for residential uses in residential districts. The bill was sent to the Planning Commission for a report on July 18, 2024.

• Public hearing on Bill 701 Zoning Amendment
• Amending Pittsburgh Code Title Nine - Zoning
• Changing use types and review procedures for residential uses
• Report from Planning Commission dated 7/18/24

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 701, a zoning amendment regarding 'Community Homes' that would change use types and review procedures for residential uses in residential districts. The bill was sent to the Planning Commission for a report and recommendation. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on Bill 701 zoning amendment (Community Homes)
• Bill 701 sent to Planning Commission for report and recommendation

Standing Committees

The Pittsburgh Standing Committee (Finance and Law) will consider several resolutions, including amendments to ARPA allocations, a $78.8 million fleet management contract increase, and introduction of the 2025 fiscal year capital and operating budgets, tax rates, and other appropriations. Many items have public hearings scheduled for December 12, 2024. The committee will also vote on invoice approvals and a claim settlement.

• 2025 Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program adoption (2024-1156)
• 2025 Operating Budget appropriations and position levels (2024-1157, 2024-1158)
• Fleet management contract amendment with First Vehicle Services: increase to $78,849,343.75 (2024-1151)
• ARPA plan amendment updating approved projects (2024-1193) and Pittsburgh Parking Authority agreement amendment (2024-1194)
• Stop the Violence Fund and Parks Trust Fund appropriations for 2025 (2024-1160, 2024-1161)

The standing committees met and recommended numerous resolutions and ordinances, including amendments to ARPA funding allocations, approval of various professional service agreements, and several items held for public hearings, notably the 2025 budget and tax-related ordinances. Key actions included recommending a $78.8M fleet management contract increase, a $2.5M Hill District project agreement, and a $4.2M pilot for children's programs, though the latter was held for briefing. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Held ARPA funding amendment (2024-1193) for public hearing
• Recommended ARPA Parking Authority agreement amendment (2024-1194)
• Recommended amended disparity study funding resolution (2024-1213)
• Recommended South Side Parking Trust Fund use expansion (2024-1216)
• Recommended $26,250 web hosting contract extension with Zeo Technologies (2024-1039)
• Recommended $71,000 increase to B2GNow contract (2024-1149)
• Recommended $78,849,343.75 fleet management contract increase with First Vehicle Services (2024-1151)
• Recommended $100,000 food insecurity agreement with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (2024-1152)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to approve software subscriptions, public art projects, and road paving, along with amendments to the American Rescue Plan budget.

• Resolution to approve $204,431.72 for Julota software services
• Ordinance to add 'Interim Housing' to the Zoning Code use table
• Resolution to approve $11.5M for Google Cloud services
• Resolution to pave Children's Way and Allegheny Square East
• Resolution to amend ARPA funding allocations

The council passed 15 items on final reading, including a $3.5M lighting management system contract with Dimonoff, a $1.18M health screening contract for fire personnel, and a conditional use approval for excavation at 1096 Goodman Street. It also approved amendments to the Gender Equity Commission ordinance and several capital budget reallocations. All votes were 7-0 with two members absent.

• Approved $3,523,162.50 lighting management system contract with Dimonoff (7-0)
• Approved $1,178,125 voluntary health screening contract with United Diagnostics Services (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for excavation/grading at 1096 Goodman Street (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Gender Equity Commission ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $210,000 recycling outreach grant from Recycling Partnership (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 grant for Lewis Playground renovations (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 cooperation agreement with Pittsburgh Regional Transit for East Busway TOD study (7-0)
• Approved $486,808 PWSA sewer compliance agreement for Volunteers Ballfield (7-0)

Executive Session

The City Council will consider Resolution 2024-1153, which authorizes a warrant up to $3,425.00 to settle Ko‑Hsin Chu’s claim for damage to his parked vehicle from a city recycling vehicle on April 1 2022. The Council will also consider Resolution 2024-1192, which authorizes a warrant up to $6,692.51 to settle Enterprise Mobility d/b/a Enterprise Rent‑a‑Car’s claim for damage and business loss from an accident with a city ES vehicle on Bigelow Boulevard on November 18 2023. Margaret Vitale, Claims Supervisor, is scheduled to attend the executive session.

• Resolution 2024‑1153: warrant ≤ $3,425.00 to settle claim 22C‑0163 for Ko‑Hsin Chu’s parked‑vehicle damage (April 1 2022).
• Resolution 2024‑1192: warrant ≤ $6,692.51 to settle claim 24C‑0129 for Enterprise Mobility d/b/a Enterprise Rent‑a‑Car’s rental‑vehicle damage and business loss (Bigelow Boulevard, Nov 18 2023).
• Claims involve a city ES‑Recycling vehicle (2022) and a city ES vehicle (2023).
• Margaret Vitale, Claims Supervisor, will attend the executive session.
• Executive session scheduled for November 19 2024.

The City Council held an executive session on November 19, 2024, to discuss two proposed claim settlements. No votes or final decisions were made during this session; the matters were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Held executive session on claim settlement for Ko-Hsin Chu ($3,425.00)
• Held executive session on claim settlement for Enterprise Mobility ($6,692.51)
• Referred both settlements to the Committee on Finance and Law

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is meeting to continue budget hearings for the Department of Public Safety, specifically the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and the Bureau of Animal Care and Control.

• Budget hearings for Bureau of Emergency Medical Services
• Budget hearings for Bureau of Animal Care and Control
• Public Safety budget hearings (continued)

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held budget hearings for the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and the Bureau of Animal Care and Control. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was recessed.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding Bill 985. The body is considering a resolution to designate the Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio as a Historic Structure.

• Public hearing for Bill 985: Historic designation of Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio at 160 Warden Street

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 985, which would designate the Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio at 160 Warden Street as a Historic Structure under Title 11. The property owner supports the nomination, and the designation would cost the City nothing. The hearing was held and the bill was referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development.

• Held public hearing on Bill 985 for historic designation of Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio
• Referred Bill 985 to Committee on Land Use and Economic Development

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on a resolution to rename the REAM Recreation Center as the Dunlap Family Center. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-1084 authorizing renaming REAM Recreation Center to Dunlap Family Center

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 1084, a resolution to rename REAM Recreation Center to Dunlap Family Center. The hearing was held on November 18, 2024, and the bill was then referred to the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services. No vote or final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on Bill 1084 to rename REAM Recreation Center to Dunlap Family Center
• Bill 1084 referred to Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is holding a budget hearing to review proposed budgets for the Department of Public Safety, the Office of Community Health and Safety, and the Stop the Violence Trust Fund. No details on specific figures or proposals are provided in the agenda.

• Budget hearing for Department of Public Safety (Bureau of Administration)
• Budget hearing for Office of Community Health and Safety
• Budget hearing for Stop the Violence Trust Fund

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met to conduct budget hearings for the Department of Public Safety, the Office of Community Health and Safety, and the Stop the Violence Trust Fund. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes, and the meeting was recessed.

• Budget hearings for Public Safety, OCHS, and STVTF held
• Meeting recessed

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is conducting budget hearings for the Department of Mobility & Infrastructure. The meeting will cover both operating and capital budgets.

• Budget hearings for Department of Mobility & Infrastructure (DOMI) operating and capital budgets

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a budget hearing for the Department of Mobility & Infrastructure (DOMI) on November 15, 2024, covering operating and capital budgets. The meeting was recessed, and no substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Budget hearing for DOMI held (no vote recorded)
• Meeting recessed

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is conducting budget hearings. The session focuses on the Departments of Permits, Licenses and Inspections and City Planning.

• Budget hearing for Permits, Licenses and Inspections
• Budget hearing for City Planning

The Committee on Hearings and Policy convened for budget hearings covering the Permits, Licenses, and Inspections department and City Planning. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was recessed.

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy holds a public hearing on Bill 525, which would rezone a parcel roughly bounded by Hamilton Avenue, Dunfermline Street, Tioga Street, Cinibar Way, and Zenith Way from R1A-VH (Residential Single-Unit Attached, Very High-Density) to LNC (Local Neighborhood Commercial). The Planning Commission recommended the change after a report received July 26, 2024. No vote is scheduled at this hearing.

• Rezoning of Homewood Square area from R1A-VH to LNC, affecting the 13th Ward.

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-0525, sponsored by Council Member Mosley, to rezone property bounded by Hamilton Avenue, Dunfermline Street, Tioga Street, Cinibar Way, and Zenith Way from R1A-VH to LNC. The hearing item was held to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. No final vote or decision was recorded in the provided minutes.

• Held Public Hearing on Ordinance 2024-0525 to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy is holding budget hearings for the Department of Finance (including Three Taxing Bodies) and the Department of Law (including Ethics Hearing Board). No other items are on the agenda.

• Budget hearing for Department of Finance including Three Taxing Bodies
• Budget hearing for Department of Law including Ethics Hearing Board

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met for budget hearings covering the Department of Finance (including Three Taxing Bodies) and the Department of Law (including the Ethics Hearing Board). The meeting was recessed, and no substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Standing Committees

The Standing Committees of Pittsburgh City Council will consider a range of ordinances, resolutions, and invoices. Key items include a $3.52 million contract for a citywide lighting management system, a $1.18 million health screening program for firefighters, and an ordinance adjusting the Gender Equity Commission's scope. Several property donations, grants for recycling outreach and playground renovations, and right-of-way licenses for developments on Forbes Avenue and Fifth Avenue are also on the agenda.

• Resolution for a 5-year, $1.18M voluntary health screening contract for Bureau of Fire personnel (2024-1113)
• Resolution for a lighting management system project with Dimonoff, Inc., not to exceed $3.52M (2024-1171)
• Ordinance amending the Gender Equity Commission to align scope with city government (2024-1118)
• Resolution accepting three parcels from the Urban Development Authority at no cost (2024-1119)
• Resolution for a $100K cooperation agreement with Pittsburgh Regional Transit for Equitable Transit-Oriented Development around Brushton station (2024-1116)

The standing committees approved several items, including a $1,178,125 contract for voluntary health screenings for Bureau of Fire personnel, a $3,523,162.50 agreement for a Lighting Management System, and a $210,000 grant for recycling outreach. They also approved various licenses, grants, and transfers, and recommended several resolutions for full Council approval.

• Approved $1,178,125 contract for firefighter health screenings (amended, then recommended)
• Approved $3,523,162.50 Lighting Management System agreement with Dimonoff, Inc.
• Approved $210,000 Recycling Partnership grant for recycling outreach
• Approved $50,000 grant for Lewis Playground renovations
• Approved $11,116.80 increase for Homewood Park landscape services
• Approved licenses for construction at 3221 Forbes Ave, 3701 5th Ave, 1000 Liberty Ave, and 1201 Wylie Ave
• Approved $100,000 cooperation agreement with PRT for transit-oriented development
• Approved $486,808 PWSA sewer compliance at Volunteers Ballfield

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a discussion on the overview and policy considerations for the City of Pittsburgh's 2025 budget. No specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 1:30 PM on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

• Overview/Policy Discussion for the 2025 Budget

The Committee on Hearings and Policy met for an overview and policy discussion of the 2025 budget. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was recessed without any votes or approvals.

Post Agenda

The City Council is holding a discussion on the Stop the Violence Trust Fund, with invited guests including city officials and community partners. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is a discussion only.

• Discussion on Stop the Violence Trust Fund with invited guests from city departments and community organizations

Council held a post-agenda discussion on the Stop the Violence Trust Fund at the request of Council Member R. Daniel Lavelle. The minutes list invited guests, including city officials and community organization representatives, but record no motions, votes, or decisions. No substantive action was taken.

City Council

This meeting features the Mayor's budget address and the introduction of numerous resolutions setting the 2025 fiscal year budget, tax rates, and department positions. Council also considers agreements for children's programs, animal spay/neuter, and fleet management, with many items scheduled for a public hearing on December 12, 2024.

• $4,200,000 one-year pilot agreement with Allegheny County for children, youth, and family programs
• Two $105,000 spay/neuter agreements with Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh for community cats and pets (3 years each)
• Amendment to fleet management contract with First Vehicle Services, increasing spend to $78,849,343.75 over 6 years
• Cooperation agreement with URA and Housing Authority for equity contracting on construction projects
• Resolutions adopting 2025 Capital Budget and 2025 through 2030 Capital Improvement Program

The Pittsburgh City Council met on November 12, 2024, and took final action on several items, all passing unanimously (9-0). These included accepting a hillside parcel along Allegheny River Boulevard, granting an easement to Duquesne Light, hosting a firefighter training, funding the South Negley Avenue Bridge preliminary design, applying for a Penn Avenue lighting grant, amending the 2024 Capital Budget for public service grants, filing for Main Street designation of Centre Ave, and adopting a sewage facilities plan revision. The council also introduced numerous resolutions and ordinances, referring them to committees for further review.

• Accepted deed for hillside parcel along Allegheny River Blvd (9-0)
• Granted easement to Duquesne Light on River Ave (9-0)
• Authorized firefighter training with Center for Public Safety Excellence (9-0)
• Approved $370,000 reimbursement for South Negley Bridge design (9-0)
• Authorized grant application for Penn Avenue Lighting ($461,856) (9-0)
• Amended 2024 Capital Budget for $550,000 in public service grants (9-0)
• Filed for Main Street Program designation of Centre Ave (9-0)
• Adopted sewage facilities plan revision for 227 Ft. Pitt Blvd (9-0)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing on Bill 983, a conditional use application for the Urban Redevelopment Authority to conduct major excavation, grading, and fill at 1096 Goodman Street in Swisshelm Park. The property is zoned RP (Residential Planned Unit Developments) in Ward 14, Council District 5. The hearing will consider the Planning Commission's recommendation from September 2024.

• Public hearing for Bill 983 conditional use application
• Major excavation/grading/fill at 1096 Goodman Street
• Property owned by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
• Parcels 129-F-1 and 129-J-150, zoned RP
• Attachment references Swisshelm Park Solar Remediation and public hearing extension

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 983, a conditional use application by the Urban Redevelopment Authority for an Excavation/Grading/Fill major use at 1096 Goodman Street. The hearing was held and the matter was referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. No final decision was made by this committee.

• Held public hearing on Bill 983 (1096 Goodman Street conditional use)
• Referred Bill 983 to Committee on Land Use and Economic Development

Standing Committees

The Standing Committees are reviewing several funding requests, including a grant for Penn Avenue lighting and a reimbursement agreement for the South Negley Avenue Bridge. The body is also considering a high-density rezoning in East Liberty and a contract for non-congregate shelter services.

• Resolution 2024-0749: Agreement with Auberle for Non-Congregate Shelter Services up to $1,500,000
• Resolution 2024-1100: South Negley Avenue Bridge Project preliminary design costs up to $370,000
• Resolution 2024-1101: Grant application for $461,856 for Penn Avenue Lighting project
• Ordinance 2024-0819: Rezoning multiple parcels in East Liberty to Multi-Unit Residential, Very High Density
• Resolution 2024-1076: $540,000 grant for specific Public Service Grant projects

The Pittsburgh City Council standing committees advanced several resolutions and departmental items, including a reimbursement agreement for the South Negley Avenue Bridge project and a grant application for Penn Avenue lighting. Council also approved various departmental invoices, P-card purchases, and budget transfers, while holding deferred items related to non-congregate shelter services and East Liberty zoning changes.

• Affirmatively recommended acceptance of a hillside parcel along Allegheny River Boulevard for $1 (Resolution 2024-1098)
• Affirmatively recommended an easement agreement with Duquesne Light Company along River Ave (Resolution 2024-1099)
• Approved departmental invoices for council approval (November 4th, 2024)
• Approved intradepartmental transfers for EMS professional services and Parks & Recreation equipment rental
• Approved P-card items (Item 0037-2024)
• Affirmatively recommended a training agreement with the Center for Public Safety Excellence (Resolution 2024-1096)
• Affirmatively recommended a PennDOT reimbursement agreement for the South Negley Avenue Bridge Project, not to exceed $370,000 (Resolution 2024-1100)
• Affirmatively recommended applying for a $461,856 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for the Penn Avenue Lighting project (Resolution 2024-1101)

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $1,178,00.00 health‑screening contract for fire personnel and a $486,808 sewer‑compliance agreement for Volunteers Ballfield. It will also amend the Homewood Park professional services agreement, increasing the total cost to $1,864,472.70. Additional items include property acquisition, grant authorizations, and construction licenses.

• Resolution 2024-1113: authorize a $1,178,00.00 contract with United Diagnostics for voluntary health screenings of fire personnel.
• Resolution 2024-1122: amend the Homewood Park PSA, raising the city cost to $1,864,472.70.
• Resolution 2024-1115: grant a license for construction at 1201 Wylie Ave, 3rd Ward.
• Resolution 2024-1120: authorize up to $210,000 in grant funds and $125,000 in‑kind support from the Recycling Partnership for recycling outreach.
• Resolution 2024-1119: accept deed of three parcels from the Urban Development Authority at no cost to the city.

The council approved a $1.178 million professional services agreement with United Diagnostics Services for voluntary health screenings for Bureau of Fire personnel over five years. It also passed several other resolutions, including grants for emergency shelter services, housing support, and a cooperation agreement with the Urban Redevelopment Authority for CDBG programs. All votes were unanimous (9-0 or 8-0 with one member out of room).

• Approved $1.178M contract with United Diagnostics Services for firefighter health screenings (9-0)
• Approved $1.195M Emergency Solutions Grant for shelter and housing services (9-0)
• Approved $1.409M agreement with Jewish Healthcare Foundation for HIV/AIDS housing support (9-0)
• Approved $6.241M cooperation agreement with URA for CDBG program (9-0)
• Approved $1.995M HOME program cooperation agreement with URA (9-0)
• Approved $200K grant for police records management software (8-0, Strassburger out)
• Approved $90K for Smithfield Street construction easements (8-0, Strassburger out)
• Approved $5,801 warrant for Police Zone 4 renovation (8-0, Strassburger out)

Post Agenda

City Council will hold a discussion regarding the Section 8 program as it relates to landlords. The meeting includes invited guests from the Housing Authority of Pittsburgh, Rising Tide Partners, SEED Development, Inc, and a Section 8 landlord.

• Discussion on the Section 8 program as it relates to landlords

The meeting was a discussion-only session on the Section 8 program as it relates to landlords, with invited guests from the Housing Authority of Pittsburgh and other organizations. No formal decisions or votes were taken.

Standing Committees

The Pittsburgh City Council Standing Committees will review and vote on several key items, including a $200,000 grant for police records software, $1.2 million in emergency housing services, and $1.4 million for HIV/AIDS housing support. The meeting will also address routine reappointments, contract extensions, and reimbursements for various city departments.

• Reappointment of Allysa Eberhardt to the Clean Pittsburgh Commission (term to 2028)
• Extension of web hosting contract with Zeo Technologies for City Controller’s Office ($26,250)
• $200,000 grant from Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency for police records system software and training
• $1,195,104 Emergency Solutions Grant for emergency shelter, rental assistance, and housing stabilization services
• $1,409,836 agreement with Jewish Healthcare Foundation for HIV/AIDS housing and supportive services

The standing committees of Pittsburgh City Council met on October 30, 2024, and recommended approval of numerous resolutions, including grants for emergency shelter, housing support, and neighborhood development, as well as contracts for legal services, software, and construction easements. Several items were held in committee for further review, including a resolution to extend a web hosting contract and a zoning ordinance amendment. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved $200,000 grant for Records Management System software (Public Safety)
• Approved $1,195,104 for Emergency Solutions Grant services (Land Use)
• Approved $1,409,836 for HOPWA housing services (Land Use)
• Approved $100,000 for Urban League Housing Counseling Program (Land Use)
• Approved $720,000 for Neighborhood Economic Development program (Land Use)
• Approved $6,241,000 CDBG cooperation agreement with URA (Intergovernmental)
• Approved $1,995,569 HOME program cooperation agreement with URA (Intergovernmental)
• Held in committee: Zeo Technologies web hosting contract extension (Finance)

Post Agenda

City Council will hold a discussion regarding Police Chief Scirotto returning to collegiate basketball referring. The meeting includes invited guests from the police department, public safety, and the mayor's office.

• Discussion on Chief Scirotto's return to Collegiate Basketball Referring

The meeting was a discussion-only session requested by Council Member Anthony Coghill regarding Police Chief Scirotto's return to collegiate basketball refereeing. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the item was solely for discussion with invited guests.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only

City Council

City Council is reviewing resolutions to suspend the Side Yard Sale Program and authorize the sale of various properties acquired through tax sales. The body is also discussing infrastructure funding, board appointments, and public art installations.

• Resolution 2024-0776 to suspend the City’s Side Yard Sale Program indefinitely
• Resolution 2024-1100 for South Negley Avenue Bridge Project preliminary design costs not to exceed $370,000
• Resolution 2024-1101 for a $461,856 grant application for the Penn Avenue Lighting project
• Resolution 2024-1039 for web hosting services with Zeo Technologies not to exceed $26,250
• Resolution 2024-1037 for the sale of 20 properties acquired at tax sales

City Council voted 6-3 to suspend the Side Yard Sale Program indefinitely, with an amendment. The council also passed several resolutions, including the sale of tax-delinquent properties, a public art installation, and a contract for mobile restrooms. Several appointments and proclamations were approved.

• Suspended Side Yard Sale Program indefinitely (6-3)
• Approved sale of 20 tax-delinquent properties (9-0)
• Approved conveyance of 11 side yard properties (9-0)
• Approved public art installation at 8229 Bricelyn St (9-0)
• Approved $600K mobile restroom contract with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (9-0)
• Approved $1.95M Esri software contract amendment (9-0)
• Approved $68,455 AV installation services contract (9-0)
• Approved dissolution of Summerset at Frick Park TIF District (9-0)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding Bill 819. The body is considering an ordinance to rezone several parcels in the East Liberty neighborhood to Very High Density Multi-Unit Residential.

• Bill 819: Rezoning parcels 83-J-300, 83-K-104, and 83-K-102 from R2-M to RM-VH
• Bill 819: Rezoning parcels 83-J-301, 83-K-48, 83-K-60, and part of 83-K-61 from RM-M to RM-VH

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 819, which would rezone several parcels in East Liberty from R2-M and RM-M to RM-VH (Multi-Unit Residential, Very High Density). No vote was taken; the bill was referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development, due back on November 6, 2024.

• Held public hearing on Bill 819 (East Liberty rezoning)
• Referred Bill 819 to Committee on Land Use and Economic Development (due 11/6/2024)

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will appoint three members to the Clean Pittsburgh Commission and reappoint a Planning Commission member. It will consider resolutions to amend a lead‑safety agreement for up to $600,000, approve multiple city‑owned property sales, and authorize a $1.95 million, seven‑year data‑access agreement with Esri. Additional items include a $1,000 Ruby Bridges Walk grant, a no‑cost public‑art installation at 8229 Bricelyn Street, and a conditional use permit for a pump station at 7853 Lock Way East.

• Appointment of Katie Wettick, Joshua Schuneman, and Larson Scheller to the Clean Pittsburgh Commission (terms expire Sep 1 2028) and reappointment of Rachel O’Neil to the Planning Commission (term expires Jan 1 2030).
• Amendment to Resolution 588 authorizing up to $600,000 for lead‑safety projects with the Allegheny County Redevelopment Authority.
• Resolution authorizing a citywide Esri data‑access agreement, increasing the approved amount by $800,625 for a total not‑to‑exceed $1,950,625 over seven years.
• Sale of city‑owned properties at addresses such as 2007 De Ruad Street, 2003 Wyandotte Street, 5377 Warble Street, 5379 Warble Street, 4937 Rosetta Street, and others (items A‑T).
• Authorization of a Ruby Bridges Walk to School grant up to $1,000 with Safe Routes Partnership.

The standing committees met and recommended approval of several items, including appointments to the Clean Pittsburgh Commission and Planning Commission, the sale of city-owned properties, and contracts for web hosting, GIS software, and AV services. A resolution to suspend the Side Yard Sale Program was amended and recommended. A grant for the Ruby Bridges Walk to School event was tabled.

• Appointed Katie Wettick, Joshua Schuneman, and Larson Scheller to Clean Pittsburgh Commission (interviews held)
• Reappointed Rachel O'Neil to Planning Commission (interview held)
• Amended and recommended suspension of Side Yard Sale Program (2024-0776)
• Recommended sale of 20 tax-delinquent properties (2024-1037)
• Recommended conveyance of 11 Side Yard Program properties (2024-1038)
• Recommended $26,250 contract extension with Zeo Technologies for web hosting (2024-1039)
• Tabled $1,000 Ruby Bridges Walk to School grant (2024-1040, 8-0)
• Recommended $1,950,625 Esri GIS contract amendment (2024-1031)

Executive Session

City Council is holding an executive session to discuss a resolution regarding legal services. The session concerns a litigation matter filed in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas.

• Resolution 2024-1067: payment to Meyer, Unkovic & Scott, LLP not to exceed $10,647.50 for expert legal services

The City of Pittsburgh held an executive session to discuss Resolution 2024-1067. The session concerned a proposed warrant for expert legal services provided by Meyer, Unkovic & Scott, LLP.

• Discussed Resolution 2024-1067 to authorize payment to Meyer, Unkovic & Scott, LLP up to $10,647.50

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council will vote on several resolutions authorizing agreements and funding for major grant programs, including a $6,241,000 Community Development Block Grant, a $1,995,569 HOME Investments Partnership, a $1,195,104 Emergency Solutions Grant, and a $1,409,836 HOPWA grant. Additional items include land disposition agreements at no cost to the city and the renaming of REAM Recreation Center. The meeting also includes routine proclamations and public comments.

• Resolution 2024-1061: CDBG agreement up to $6,241,000 for 2024‑2025 projects
• Resolution 2024-1062: HOME Investments Partnership agreement up to $1,995,569
• Resolution 2024-1072: Emergency Solutions Grant services up to $1,195,104
• Resolution 2024-1073: HOPWA grant services up to $1,409,836
• Resolution 2024-1064: Land disposition of Carrington St & Alpine Ave lots at no cost

Pittsburgh City Council held its regular meeting on October 22, 2024, passing several ordinances and resolutions on final reading, including a zoning change on Shady Avenue, a $2.4 million federal grant for EV charging infrastructure, and a $4.7 million reimbursement agreement for the South Side Signals project. The council also approved multiple land transfers to the Pittsburgh Land Bank and authorized various contracts and grants. All votes were unanimous except for the Municipal Courts Building conveyance, which passed 8-1 with Council Member Gross dissenting.

• Passed zoning change on Shady Avenue from RM-H to UNC (9-0)
• Approved $2,396,406.51 federal grant for EV charging infrastructure (9-0)
• Approved $4,748,556 reimbursement agreement for South Side Signals construction (9-0)
• Approved $1,195,104 for Emergency Solutions Grant services (9-0)
• Approved $1,409,836 for HOPWA housing services (9-0)
• Approved $720,000 for Neighborhood Economic Development program (9-0)
• Approved land transfers to Pittsburgh Land Bank for multiple properties (9-0)
• Passed conveyance of Municipal Courts Building to Allegheny County (8-1)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to rename a city facility. The body is considering the renaming of the Robert E Williams Shelter to the Schenley Heights Pavilion.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-0846 to rename the Robert E Williams Shelter as the Schenley Heights Pavilion

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 846, a resolution to rename the Robert E Williams Shelter at Robert E Williams Park as the Schenley Heights Pavilion. The hearing was held on October 16, 2024, and the bill was referred to the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Public hearing held on Bill 846 to rename Robert E Williams Shelter to Schenley Heights Pavilion
• Bill 846 referred to Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will appoint Halena Procopio Ross to the Clean Pittsburgh Commission and transfer $10,000 within the operating budget. It will consider several resolutions, including an amendment to extend the Mobility Enhancement District pilot, a $2,396,406.51 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for community EV charging infrastructure with required city, parking authority, and Duquesne Light matches, and budget adjustments for capital projects and inter‑departmental transfers. Additional items address eligibility limits for the Side Yard Sale program and a real‑estate exchange with Carnegie Mellon University at no cost to the city.

• Resolution 2024-1014: Authorize $2,396,406.51 grant for EV charging infrastructure, with city match $38,997.08, Pittsburgh Parking Authority $91,000, and Duquesne Light $470,600.
• Resolution 2024-1013: Transfer $10,000 from City Council Salaries & Wages to Council for professional services.
• Resolution 2024-1009: Amend the Mobility Enhancement District pilot program in the Traffic Code.
• Resolution 2024-1017: Transfer $100,000 from Human Resources to City Planning for transit‑oriented development in Homewood.
• Resolution 2024-1018: Authorize agreement with Carnegie Mellon University for a real‑estate subdivision involving parcels 80‑N‑5‑9 and 80‑N‑8 at no cost to the city.

The standing committees of Pittsburgh City Council met on October 16, 2024, and recommended approval of several items, including a $2.4 million federal grant for EV charging infrastructure, a zoning change on Shady Avenue, and a resolution to convey the Municipal Courts Building to Allegheny County. They also held a resolution on side yard sale eligibility and amended a quality-of-life violations ordinance. All recommendations will go to full council for final approval.

• Approved resolution to accept $2,396,406.51 federal grant for EV charging infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change on Shady Avenue from RM-H to UNC (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to convey Municipal Courts Building to Allegheny County (4-1, 3 abstentions)
• Approved amended Quality of Life Violations ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 for youth sports organization agreements (unanimous)
• Approved $124,000 veterinary services contract with 412PAW (unanimous)
• Held side yard sale eligibility resolution in committee (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 budget transfer for council professional services (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is set to approve a $1.95 million agreement for Esri software and a $600,000 contract for mobile restrooms. The meeting also includes resolutions to dissolve a tax district, sell city properties, and approve conditional use permits.

• Authorize $1.95M Esri software agreement
• Authorize $600K mobile restroom contract
• Dissolve Summerset at Frick Park TIF District
• Authorize sale of 30 city properties
• Approve conditional use for pump station at 7853 Lock Way East

City Council passed a resolution to accept a $1.32 million Safe Streets for All grant for road safety audits and Vision Zero design, requiring a $130,000 city match. The council also approved several contracts, including legal services, x-ray maintenance, police recruitment consulting, and property sales. All votes were unanimous except one, where Council Member Coghill was out of room.

• Approved $1.32M Safe Streets for All grant (8-0, Coghill out)
• Approved $60K legal services contract with Summers, McDonnell (9-0)
• Approved $32,075 x-ray maintenance contract with Astrophysics (9-0)
• Approved $38,172 police recruitment consulting with Performance Protocol (9-0)
• Approved $322,935.09 PWSA street conversion reimbursement (9-0)
• Approved sale of 29 tax-delinquent properties (9-0)
• Approved Side Yard Program conveyance of 9 properties (9-0)
• Approved $57,391.83 extension for eProperties Plus software (9-0)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will consider Bill 2024-0221, which proposes amending the zoning map to reclassify two parcels on Shady Avenue in the 7th Ward from Residential Multi‑Unit High Density (RM‑H) to Urban Neighborhood Commercial (UNC). The Planning Commission has already issued its recommendation, received on May 24, 2024. A public hearing on the rezoning is scheduled for October 10, 2024.

• Bill 2024-0221 rezoning Shady Ave parcels 84‑G‑239 and part of 84‑G‑258
• Change of zoning classification from RM‑H to UNC
• Planning Commission recommendation received 5/24/24
• Public hearing scheduled for 10/10/24

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 2024-0221, a zoning map change for properties on Shady Avenue in the 7th Ward, from RM-H (Residential Multi-Unit - High Density) to UNC (Urban Neighborhood Commercial). The hearing was held and the bill was referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. No vote or final decision was made at this hearing.

• Held public hearing on Bill 2024-0221 (Shady Ave zoning change)
• Referred Bill 2024-0221 to Committee on Land Use and Economic Development

Standing Committees

The Standing Committees are reviewing several capital budget amendments for bridge upgrades and the sale of various city-owned properties. The body is also considering professional service agreements for legal services, police recruitment, and x-ray machine maintenance.

• Resolution 2024-0982: $1.32 million DOT grant for road safety audits and Vision Zero design with a $130,000 city match
• Resolution 2024-0973: Legal services agreement with Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie, and Rauch up to $60,000
• Resolution 2024-0970: Police recruitment and retention services with Performance Protocol up to $38,172
• Resolution 2024-0979: Sale of multiple city-acquired properties including 3033 Centre Avenue and 5511 Broad Street
• Ordinance 2024-0525: Rezoning property bounded by Hamilton Avenue and Dunfermline Street from R1A-VH to LNC

The City Council committee recommended approval for a $1.32 million federal 'Safe Streets for All' grant to fund road safety audits, a design manual, and demonstration projects. The committee also approved various budget reallocations for bridge upgrades, authorized several property sales and side-yard conveyances, and approved departmental invoices. Several zoning and historic designation matters were held for future public hearings.

• Affirmatively recommended $1.32M 'Safe Streets for All' grant
• Affirmatively recommended $60k legal services agreement
• Affirmatively recommended multiple capital budget bridge fund reallocations
• Approved departmental invoices for various city offices
• Approved $200k intradepartmental transfer for computer maintenance
• Held Homewood Square rezoning for public hearing
• Held 1096 Goodman Street conditional use application for public hearing
• Held Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studio historic designation for public hearing

City Council

City Council is reviewing several funding agreements for public safety, transportation, and infrastructure. The meeting includes proposals for EV charging grants, sewage plan revisions, and the termination of a 1991 lease for the Municipal Courts Building.

• Resolution 2024-1014: $2,396,406.51 US DOT grant for community EV charging infrastructure
• Resolution 2024-1024: Termination of 1991 cooperation agreement for the Municipal Courts Building
• Resolution 2024-1006: Up to $90,000 for six local youth sports organizations
• Resolution 2024-1007: Up to $124,000 over four years for 412PAW, LLC veterinary services
• Resolution 2024-1019: Up to $4,748,556 for the South Side Signals project construction phase

City Council met on October 8, 2024, and passed 15 items on final reading, all by unanimous 9-0 votes. These included a Project Labor Agreement for the LED street light conversion, several legal service warrants, a solar panel grant, and a zoning change on McKee Place. The council also adopted two proclamations and referred numerous new resolutions to committees.

• Passed Project Labor Agreement for LED street light conversion (9-0)
• Passed $337,960 grant for solar panels at Fourth Division (9-0)
• Passed zoning change on McKee Place from UC-E to R-MU (9-0)
• Passed $773,100 agreement for Senior Community Centers (9-0)
• Passed $100,000 grant for police forensic genetic testing (9-0)
• Passed $15,000 settlement for EEOC case (9-0)
• Passed $10,138 warrant for Comber Miller, LLC (9-0)
• Passed $15,200 warrant for Summers McDonnell (9-0)

Standing Committees

Standing Committees will review several grant agreements, including funds for solar panels and forensic police testing. The body is also considering legal warrants for litigation and various right-of-way licenses for building construction.

• Resolution 2024-0950: $337,960 grant for solar panels at the City’s Fourth Division
• Resolution 2024-0949: Up to $773,100 for operation of Senior Community Centers
• Resolution 2024-0943: $100,000 grant for Bureau of Police forensic genetic testing
• Resolution 2024-0952 and 2024-0953: Right-of-way licenses for construction at 32 39th Street and 2120 5th Avenue
• Ordinance 2023-2330: Zoning change from UC-E to R-MU for properties on McKee Place

The standing committees met and recommended several items, including a project labor agreement for LED street light installation, multiple legal service warrants, and various grants and agreements. All motions were carried, with some items amended before recommendation. No final council votes were taken; these are committee recommendations.

• Affirmatively recommended Project Labor Agreement for LED street light conversion (2024-0974)
• Affirmatively recommended $10,138 warrant for Comber Miller legal services (2024-0946)
• Affirmatively recommended $15,200 warrant for Summers McDonnell legal services (2024-0947)
• Affirmatively recommended $12,432 warrant for Spilman Thomas & Battle legal services (2024-0948)
• Approved list of departmental invoices for payment
• Affirmatively recommended $100,000 forensic genetic testing grant (2024-0943)
• Affirmatively recommended $337,960 solar panel grant (2024-0950)
• Affirmatively recommended as amended right-of-way licenses for Incheon Ventures and Standard BC (2024-0952, 2024-0953)

Post Agenda

City Council will hold a discussion regarding quality of life ticketing. The meeting includes several representatives and supervisors from the Department of Public Works.

• Discussion on Quality of Life Ticketing requested by Council Member Robert Charland

The council held a post-agenda discussion on a proposed ordinance (2024-0622) to add Chapter 619A on Quality of Life Violations to the Pittsburgh Code. The item was held to the Committee on Public Safety and Wellness, with no final vote taken. The discussion included invited guests from the Department of Public Works.

• Held ordinance 2024-0622 to Committee on Public Safety and Wellness

City Council

City Council is reviewing several professional service agreements and capital budget amendments for bridge upgrades. The body is also considering the sale of various city-acquired properties and a federal grant for road safety and Vision Zero initiatives.

• Grant of up to $1,320,000 from U.S. Department of Transportation for road safety audits and a Design Manual
• Payment of $322,935.09 to PWSA for block stone to concrete street conversion in the Restoration in Elliott Project
• Contract with Performance Protocol for police recruitment and retention not to exceed $38,172
• Contract with Astrophysics, Inc. for x-ray machine maintenance not to exceed $32,075
• Sale of 29 properties acquired at tax sales and conveyance of 9 properties via the Side Yard Program

City Council passed final approval on a $1,000,000 agreement with VisitPITTSBURGH for coordination of services for the 2026 NFL Draft, plus in-kind services. The council also passed numerous other resolutions including legal services contracts, bridge funding amendments, and property conveyances. Several new items were introduced and referred to committees, and six Clean Pittsburgh Commission appointments were held pending interviews.

• Passed $1M NFL Draft funding agreement with VisitPITTSBURGH (9-0)
• Passed $15.4M Swinburne Bridge reimbursement agreement (9-0)
• Passed $2.32M Green Light-Go grant for intersection upgrades (9-0)
• Passed $75,000 settlement for Robert Preffer litigation (9-0)
• Passed $42,570.90 warrant for Dentons Cohen & Grigsby legal services (9-0)
• Passed $750,000 food service program agreement with Pittsburgh Public Schools (9-0)
• Passed $1.32M Safe Streets for All grant for road safety audit (referred to committee)
• Held 6 Clean Pittsburgh Commission appointments pending interviews

Executive Session

Pittsburgh City Council will meet in executive session to discuss two pending resolutions. One would authorize up to $60,000 for outside legal services related to employee litigation. The other would approve a project labor agreement for the city’s LED street-light conversion construction project.

• $60,000 legal-services contract for pending employee litigation with Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie, and Rauch
• Project Labor Agreement for LED street-light conversion construction project with Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO

The City Council held an executive session on October 1, 2024, to discuss two resolutions. One would authorize a professional services agreement with Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie, and Rauch for up to $60,000 for legal services related to pending litigation involving City employees. The other would authorize a Project Labor Agreement with the Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council for the LED street light conversion project at no cost to the City. Both items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law; no final decisions were made during the executive session.

• Held executive session on Resolution 2024-0973 (legal services agreement, up to $60,000)
• Held executive session on Resolution 2024-0974 (Project Labor Agreement for LED street light conversion)
• Referred both resolutions to the Committee on Finance and Law

Post Agenda

The Pittsburgh City Council will hold a discussion on mental health initiatives at its September 25 meeting. The discussion was requested by Council Member Robert Charland. Invited guests include representatives from the Positive Painting Project, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Steel Smiling, and Artist Talk Mental Health.

The meeting was a discussion-only session on mental health initiatives, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Invited guests from Positive Painting Project, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Steel Smiling, and Artist Talk Mental Health presented. No substantive actions were recorded.

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $616,188.78 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation grant to fund impaired‑driving enforcement and public education. Other items include a $453,657.21 grant to replace a traffic signal at the Boulevard of the Allies and Ward, a $249,377.16 reallocation from Bus Rapid Transit to the Complete Streets program, and multiple warrants for legal services and settlements. The agenda also contains invoice approvals, intra‑departmental fund transfers, and a $6,000 license fee for the PulsePoint emergency‑services app.

• Resolution authorizing $616,188.78 PennDOT grant for impaired‑driving enforcement and education
• Resolution authorizing $453,657.21 PennDOT grant to replace the signal at Boulevard of the Allies and Ward
• Resolution amending the 2019 Capital Budget: moving $249,377.16 from Bus Rapid Transit to Complete Streets
• Warrant for $75,000 payment to Robert Preffer and attorneys for settlement of litigation
• Intra‑departmental transfer of $500,000 to administrative fees to end the Jordan Tax Services contract

The standing committees of Pittsburgh City Council met on September 25, 2024, and recommended approval of numerous resolutions, including a $2.3 million PennDOT Green Light-Go grant for intersection upgrades, a $15.4 million amended reimbursement agreement for the Swinburne Bridge project, and a $1 million agreement with VisitPITTSBURGH for the 2026 NFL Draft. All motions were carried, with no votes against recorded. One item, a $1.5 million agreement with Auberle for non-congregate shelter services, was held in committee until October 9, 2024.

• Approved $2,322,564.21 PennDOT Green Light-Go grant for intersection upgrades (Enactment 685)
• Approved $15,400,000 amended Swinburne Bridge reimbursement agreement (Enactment 687)
• Approved $1,000,000 NFL Draft funding agreement with VisitPITTSBURGH (Enactment 662)
• Approved $616,188.78 PennDOT Highway Safety grant for traffic enforcement (Enactment 658)
• Approved $453,657.21 and $545,267.58 ARLE grants for traffic signal replacements (Enactments 683, 684)
• Approved $1,262,395.16 Armstrong Tunnel project agreement amendment (Enactment 689)
• Approved $1,016,932.87 28th St Bridge project agreement amendment (Enactment 690)
• Held in committee: $1,500,000 Auberle non-congregate shelter services agreement (due back 10/9/2024)

City Council

City Council is reviewing an ordinance to restrict discrimination against medical marijuana patients. The body is also deciding on several grants for police forensics and solar panels, as well as various legal settlements and right-of-way licenses.

• Ordinance 2024-0705 to make medical marijuana patients a protected class
• Resolution 2024-0943 for a $100,000 grant for Bureau of Police forensic genetic testing
• Resolution 2024-0950 for $337,960 in grant funds for solar panels at the City’s Fourth Division
• Resolution 2024-0942 for a $15,000 settlement for EEOC case 532-2024-00502
• Right-of-way licenses for construction at 32 39th Street and 2120 5th Avenue

City Council passed an ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code to make medical marijuana patients a protected class and restrict discrimination against them, by an 8-0 vote with Council Member Kail-Smith absent. Council also approved a $500,000 payment to the Allegheny County Department of Court Records related to the Fern Hollow Bridge litigation, and authorized several grant applications to the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County's Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund for projects including the Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Center, Hazelwood Library roof repairs, a 6th Street to Market Square connector, and Upper McArdle Roadway Bridge repairs. A resolution to contract with Auberle for non-congregate shelter services under the HOME-ARP program was recommitted to committee. Numerous other resolutions were read and referred to committees, and several proclamations were adopted.

• Passed ordinance making medical marijuana patients a protected class (8-0, Kail-Smith absent)
• Approved $500,000 payment to Allegheny County Department of Court Records for Fern Hollow Bridge litigation (8-0)
• Approved $5,275 warrant to The Binkley Kanavy Group for printing Popular Annual Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved naming Room 458 in City-County Building the Tim McNulty Press Room (8-0)
• Approved applying for $500,000 grant for Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Center rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved applying for $300,000 grant for Hazelwood Library roof stabilization (8-0)
• Approved applying for $244,556 grant for 6th Street to Market Square connector (8-0)
• Approved applying for $250,000 grant for Upper McArdle Roadway Bridge repairs (8-0)

Executive Session

City Council is meeting in executive session to consider resolutions authorizing the issuance of warrants for legal settlements totaling $52,770. The session addresses four specific legal matters, including an EEOC case and police litigation.

• Resolution 2024-0942: Warrant for Rita Porterfield, up to $15,000 for EEOC case settlement
• Resolution 2024-0946: Warrant for Comber Miller, LLC, up to $10,138 for police litigation
• Resolution 2024-0947: Warrant for Summers McDonnell Hudock Guthrie & Rauch, P.C., up to $15,200 for litigation
• Resolution 2024-0948: Warrant for Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC, up to $12,432 for litigation
• Attendance: Director Shepherd, Associate Solicitors Hillary Weaver and Julie Koren

The City Council held executive sessions to review four resolutions regarding legal warrants. The items included a settlement for an EEOC case and legal services for a police litigation matter. The provided minutes do not record final votes or decisions on these resolutions.

Standing Committees

Standing committees are meeting to discuss several grant applications for infrastructure and community projects. The body is also reviewing contracts for legal software, food justice technical assistance, and shelter services.

• Proposed $1.5 million agreement with Auberle for Non-Congregate Shelter Services
• Grant applications for Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Center ($500,000) and Upper McArdle Roadway Bridge Repairs ($250,000)
• Proposed $310,000 contract with Matrix Pointe Software, LLC for litigation case management
• Proposed $200,000 agreement with Paramount Pursuits for Food Justice Fund technical assistance
• Ordinance 2024-0705 to make medical marijuana patients a protected class

The Finance and Law Committee recommended a $500,000 warrant to Allegheny County for interpleader litigation, and amended a medical marijuana anti-discrimination ordinance after a failed amendment. Other committees advanced grants for infrastructure and building projects, approved invoices, and referred a Food Justice Fund contract for legal review.

• Approved $500,000 warrant for interpleader litigation (affirmative recommendation)
• Amended medical marijuana anti-discrimination ordinance (8-1) and recommended as amended
• Held Side Yard Sale eligibility resolution until 10/16/2024
• Approved $5,275 printing services warrant for Binkley Kanavy Group
• Approved all listed invoices and P-card approvals
• Recommended asphalt paving for Valonia, Marena, Uvilla Streets in Elliott
• Recommended naming Room 458 as Tim McNulty Press Room
• Referred Food Justice Fund technical assistance contract for legal opinion

City Council

City Council is reviewing several resolutions related to public safety grants, land transfers, and city services. The body is also considering a funding agreement for the 2026 NFL Draft and various honorary proclamations.

• Agreement with VisitPITTSBURGH for 2026 NFL Draft services not to exceed $1,000,000 over three years
• PennDOT Highway Safety Project Grant of $616,188.78 for impaired and aggressive driving enforcement
• Reimbursement agreement with PWSA for Ruthven Street Retaining Wall totaling $1,225,765.24
• Donation of a trained bloodhound valued at $10,000 from Public Safety Dogs, Inc.
• Land Bank acquisitions and sales including properties on Kennedy Avenue, Cliff Street, and Rosetta Street

The council passed several final resolutions, including a $100,000 warrant for Proud Haven for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pride Celebration, a $966,000 grant for the LEAD program, and a $150,000 grant for Narcan and test strips. It also approved contracts with three law firms for litigation, a $16,000 agreement for Twilio Flex support, and a $77,662.79 cooperation agreement for housing development in the Upper Hill District. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Passed finally $100,000 warrant for Proud Haven for Pride (9-0)
• Passed finally $966,000 DOJ grant for LEAD program (9-0)
• Passed finally $150,000 PCCD grant for Narcan and test strips (9-0)
• Passed finally $60,000 contract with Dickie McCamey & Chicolte (9-0)
• Passed finally $60,000 contract with Comber Miller (9-0)
• Passed finally $16,000 agreement with Vision Point Systems (9-0)
• Passed finally $77,662.79 cooperation agreement with URA for Upper Hill housing (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Barbara Warwick to LGBTQIA+ Commission (unanimous)

Executive Session

The council will meet in executive session to consider four resolutions. One authorizes a $60,000 legal services contract with Spillman, Thomas & Battle for employee‑related litigation. Another approves a $75,000 payment to Robert Preffer and his law firm to settle a court case. A third approves a $5,637.80 warrant for arbitration services from Jane Desimone, Esq. The fourth authorizes a $500,000 payment to the Allegheny County Department of Court Records to resolve several pending lawsuits.

• Resolution 2024-0906: Authorize a professional services agreement up to $60,000 with Spillman, Thomas & Battle for legal services related to pending employee litigation (waiver of competitive process).
• Resolution 2024-0907: Authorize a warrant to Robert Preffer and Porta‑Clark & Ward LLC for a single payment up to $75,000 to settle litigation (Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas, G.D. 19‑009705).
• Resolution 2024-0908: Authorize a warrant to Jane Desimone, Esq. for arbitration services up to $5,637.80 over one year.
• Resolution 2024-0909: Authorize a warrant to the Allegheny County Department of Court Records for a single payment up to $500,000 to satisfy the City’s petition to interplead and discharge liability in multiple lawsuits (several GD case numbers).

The City of Pittsburgh held an executive session to discuss four resolutions involving legal services and litigation settlements. The minutes record that the session occurred but do not list final votes or outcomes for the proposed resolutions.

• Discussed Resolution 2024-0906: Legal services agreement with Spillman, Thomas, & Battle up to $60,000
• Discussed Resolution 2024-0907: Settlement payment to Robert Preffer and Porta-Clark & Ward LLC up to $75,000
• Discussed Resolution 2024-0908: Arbitration services payment to Jane Desimone, Esq. up to $5,637.80
• Discussed Resolution 2024-0909: Payment to Allegheny County Department of Court Records up to $500,000

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to name Room 458 in the City-County Building. The proposed name is the Tim McNulty Press Room.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-0706 to name Room 458 the Tim McNulty Press Room

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing on Bill 706, which would name Room 458 in the City-County Building as the Tim McNulty Press Room. No vote was taken; the hearing was held and the bill was referred to the Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services.

• Public hearing held on Bill 2024-0706 to name Room 458 as Tim McNulty Press Room
• Bill referred to Committee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior Services

Standing Committees

Standing committees will discuss several funding resolutions, including a large federal grant for the LEAD Program and financial assistance for the Pittsburgh Pride Celebration. The body will also review legal service agreements and a zoning change on Shady Avenue.

• Resolution 2024-0834: $966,000 DOJ grant for the Office of Community Health and Safety’s LEAD Program
• Resolution 2024-0838: Up to $100,000 for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pride Celebration via Proud Haven
• Resolution 2024-0839 and 2024-0840: Legal service agreements with Dickie McCamey & Chicolte PC and Comber Miller, LLC for $60,000 each
• Ordinance 2024-0221: Rezoning properties on Shady Avenue from RM-H to UNC
• Resolution 2024-0837: Up to $77,662.79 for housing development in the Upper Hill District with the URA

The City Council approved several resolutions, including $966,000 for the LEAD program and $150,000 for harm reduction supplies. Council also authorized professional service agreements for legal counsel and approved various departmental invoices and budget transfers. Several items, including a zoning amendment and a park renaming, were held for future public hearings.

• Approved $966,000 DOJ grant for LEAD program
• Approved $150,000 grant for Narcan and test strips
• Approved $100,000 financial assistance for 2024 Pittsburgh Pride
• Approved $60,000 legal services contract with Dickie McCamey & Chicolte PC
• Approved $60,000 legal services contract with Comber Miller, LLC
• Approved $77,662.79 URA cooperation agreement for Upper Hill housing
• Approved $16,000 contract for Twilio Flex support services
• Tabled zoning amendment for Shady Avenue until 10/10/2024

Executive Session

City Council is holding an executive session to discuss two professional services agreements with law firms. Both agreements relate to ongoing litigation involving City employees.

• Resolution 2024-0839: Agreement with Dickie McCamey & Chicolte PC not to exceed $60,000 over one year
• Resolution 2024-0840: Agreement with Comber Miller, LLC not to exceed $60,000 over one year

The executive session was held to discuss two resolutions authorizing professional services agreements with law firms Dickie McCamey & Chicolte PC and Comber Miller, LLC, each at a cost not-to-exceed $60,000 over one year, for ongoing litigation involving City employees. No votes or decisions were recorded; the items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0839 (Dickie McCamey contract)
• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0840 (Comber Miller contract)
• Both resolutions referred to Committee on Finance and Law

City Council

The City Council is set to approve resolutions for software, grants, and legal contracts. Items include a $310,000 software agreement, $625,000 in arts funding, and legal settlements.

• Resolution authorizing $310,000 software agreement with Matrix Pointe
• Resolution authorizing $625,000 in arts programming funding
• Resolution authorizing $500,000 legal settlement for Holly Bartlett
• Resolution authorizing $500,000 grant for Brighton Heights center
• Resolution authorizing $450,000 grant for Hazelwood library roof repairs

City Council passed an ordinance establishing automated red light enforcement systems and created a new parking meter zone for Hazelwood Green. The council also approved several legal settlements and grants for infrastructure, but rejected a study on city-owned animal shelters.

• Passed ordinance adding Chapter 625 for Automated Red Light Enforcement Systems (9-0)
• Passed ordinance creating parking meter zone and rates for Hazelwood Green (9-0)
• Approved $500,000 litigation settlement for Holly Bartlett (9-0)
• Denied feasibility study for city-owned animal shelter ($49,400) (4-5)
• Approved $625,000 for ARPA arts programming (9-0)
• Approved $275,000 agreement with UPMC for EMS pharmaceutical supplies (9-0)
• Approved $23,000 sale of city property at 3133 Brunot Avenue (9-0)
• Approved grant application for $2.39M Smallman Street Complete Street Project (9-0)

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will consider an ordinance (2024-0705) that adds medical marijuana patients as a protected class under the city’s anti‑discrimination code. It will also vote on several resolutions authorizing professional services agreements and payments, including a $60,000 contract with Fisher Phillips LLP for labor dispute assistance, a $23,000 quit‑claim deed transfer of 3133 Brunot Avenue, and a $625,000 arts programming agreement under the American Rescue Plan Act. Additional items include a $500,000 settlement with Holly Bartlett, a $50,000 membership warrant for Vibrant Pittsburgh, and a new parking‑meter zone for Hazelwood Green.

• Ordinance 2024-0705: amend code to protect medical marijuana patients from discrimination
• Resolution 2024-0800: authorize $60,000 professional services agreement with Fisher Phillips LLP for labor disputes
• Resolution 2024-0801: approve quit‑claim deed of 3133 Brunot Avenue to City Steps Realty LLC for $23,000
• Resolution 2024-0809: approve $625,000 arts programming contracts under the American Rescue Plan Act
• Ordinance 2024-0826: create a new parking‑meter zone and rate for Hazelwood Green

The standing committees met and recommended approval of multiple resolutions, including a $625,000 arts programming agreement, a $500,000 litigation settlement, and a $1 million transfer for the 2026 NFL Draft. They also held several items, including a medical marijuana discrimination ordinance and a zoning change for East Liberty. Invoices were approved after a motion to strike a $5,000 payment to Zeo Technologies.

• Approved $625,000 arts programming agreement (ARPA funds)
• Approved $500,000 litigation settlement to Holly Bartlett
• Approved $1,000,000 intradepartmental transfer for 2026 NFL Draft
• Approved $60,000 legal services contract with Fisher Phillips LLP
• Approved $275,000 EMS pharmaceutical supply contract with UPMC
• Held medical marijuana discrimination ordinance in committee
• Held East Liberty rezoning for public hearing
• Approved invoices after striking $5,000 Zeo Technologies payment

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council will adopt several resolutions, including a $966,000 grant agreement with the Department of Justice for the Office of Community Health and Safety’s LEAD program. Additional items include a $150,000 grant for Narcan and test strips, a $16,000 contract for Twilio Flex support, a $77,662.79 housing‑development agreement with the Urban Redevelopment Authority, and a $100,000 assistance warrant for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pride Celebration. The council will also approve appointments to the LGBTQIA+ Commission, rename a shelter, and adopt various proclamations recognizing community members and observances.

• Resolution 2024-0834: $966,000 grant from DOJ for the LEAD program
• Resolution 2024-0835: Up to $150,000 rolling grant for Narcan, fentanyl and xylazine test strips
• Resolution 2024-0836: Up to $16,000 contract with Vision Point Systems for Twilio Flex support services
• Resolution 2024-0837: Up to $77,662.79 cooperation agreement with the Urban Redevelopment Authority for Upper Hill District housing development
• Resolution 2024-0838: Up to $100,000 one‑time financial assistance warrant to Proud Haven for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pride Celebration

The Pittsburgh City Council passed legislation allocating Stop the Violence funds to provide legal counsel for tenants facing eviction and approved millions in funding for the North Avenue Reconstruction Project. Council members also voted on capital budget amendments, authorized agreements with Allegheny County for lead safety projects, and approved various board appointments and local proclamations.

• Passed ordinance amending the Stop the Violence Fund to support legal counsel for tenants facing eviction (6-1)
• Approved agreement with C.H. & D. Enterprises, Inc. for North Avenue Reconstruction Project, not to exceed $4,941,005.01 with $2.8 million reimbursable (7-0)
• Approved amended reimbursement agreement with PennDOT for North Avenue Signals and Safety Project, increasing costs to $3.6 million with an 80% reimbursement rate and city costs not exceeding $20,000 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Allegheny County for lead safety projects using ARPA funds at a cost not to exceed $600,000 (7-0)
• Approved capital budget amendments shifting funds toward Complete Streets projects (7-0)
• Approved PennDOT maintenance agreement for facilities on Butler Street at no cost to the city (7-0)
• Appointed April Brouwer to the Commission on Infrastructure Asset Reporting and Investment
• Appointed Donal Donovan and Alexander Gray to the LGBTQIA+ Commission

Standing Committees

The Standing Committee will discuss budget amendments for 'Complete Streets' and a proposal to use Stop the Violence Fund money for tenant eviction legal counsel. The body is also reviewing a resolution to limit the Side Yard Sale Program to abutting residents.

• Proposed use of Stop the Violence Fund to provide legal counsel for tenants facing evictions
• Resolution to limit Side Yard Sale Program eligibility to residents who own and occupy property abutting the vacant lot
• Budget increase of $880,000 for Complete Streets via Federal Highway Administration funding
• Agreement with Allegheny County for lead safety projects at a cost not to exceed $600,000
• Budget transfers of $250,000 from CBD Signal Upgrades and $35,340.92 from Smallman Street Reconstruction to Complete Streets

The standing committees recommended approval of several capital budget amendments, shifting funds to Complete Streets projects, and approved a $4.94 million contract for the North Avenue Reconstruction Project. They also approved a resolution for lead safety projects with Allegheny County, amended and recommended an ordinance dedicating Stop the Violence funds for tenant legal counsel, and approved a list of invoices and intradepartmental transfers. A zoning change on Shady Avenue was held for public hearing, and a temporary managed community ordinance was withdrawn.

• Approved capital budget amendments shifting $35,340.92 and $250,000 to Complete Streets (2024-0805, 2024-0806)
• Approved $880,000 increase to Complete Streets for federal funding (2024-0807)
• Approved $600,000 lead safety agreement with Allegheny County (2024-0685)
• Amended and recommended ordinance dedicating Stop the Violence funds for tenant legal counsel (2024-0770)
• Held Side Yard Sale eligibility resolution until 9/11/2024 (2024-0776)
• Approved $4,941,005.01 North Avenue Reconstruction contract (2024-0815)
• Approved $3.6M North Avenue Signals and Safety agreement amendment (2024-0816)
• Withdrew temporary managed community zoning ordinance (2023-2197)

City Council

City Council is reviewing several professional service agreements, budget amendments for street projects, and legal settlements. The body is also considering an ordinance to establish parking meter rates for Hazelwood Green.

• Resolution 2024-0803: $500,000 payment to Holly Bartlett and Swartz Culleton, P.C. to settle litigation
• Resolution 2024-0809: Up to $625,000 for arts programming via American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Resolution 2024-0795: Up to $275,000 over five years for UPMC pharmaceutical supplies for Bureau of EMS
• Resolution 2024-0796: Up to $49,400 for a feasibility study on the City owning and operating an animal shelter
• Ordinance 2024-0826: Creation of a parking meter zone and rate for Hazelwood Green

The Pittsburgh City Council meeting on August 27, 2024, was largely procedural. The council adopted five ceremonial proclamations (Enactment Nos. 569-573) recognizing individuals and organizations. All other legislation presented was read and referred to committees, with no final votes on substantive matters. Several items were waived under Rule 8 for expedited committee review, but no decisions were made on the proposals themselves.

• Adopted proclamation recognizing 'Detective Butkewich Day' (Enactment No. 569)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing 'Diane Delmer Day' (Enactment No. 570)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing 'Women Who Rock Day' (Enactment No. 571)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing 'Georgia Petropoulos Day' (Enactment No. 572)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing 'Kenny Slaughter Day' (Enactment No. 573)
• Referred 30+ resolutions and ordinances to committees, including items on EMS pharmaceuticals, animal shelter study, and North Avenue reconstruction
• Waived Rule 8 for several items, including capital budget amendments and North Avenue projects
• Received and filed communications from City Controller and OMB, including financial reports and audits

Executive Session

City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss four resolutions. These items include legal settlements, property conveyance, and payments for mediation and arbitration services.

• Payment of up to $500,000 to Holly Bartlett and Swartz Culleton, P.C. to settle litigation
• Sale of city-owned property at 3133 Brunot Avenue to City Steps Realty LLC for $23,000.00
• Payment up to $8,925.00 to Noblemediation, LLC for mediation services
• Payment up to $5,306.16 to Marc A. Winters for arbitration services

The City Council held an executive session to discuss four resolutions: selling city-owned property at 3133 Brunot Avenue to City Steps Realty LLC for $23,000, issuing a warrant to Noblemediation LLC for up to $8,925 for mediation services, issuing a warrant to Holly Bartlett for up to $500,000 to settle litigation, and issuing a warrant to Marc A. Winters for up to $5,306.16 for arbitration services. No votes were taken; the items were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Executive session held on property sale resolution 2024-0801 (no vote)
• Executive session held on mediation warrant resolution 2024-0802 (no vote)
• Executive session held on litigation settlement warrant resolution 2024-0803 (no vote)
• Executive session held on arbitration warrant resolution 2024-0804 (no vote)

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

The August 23, 2024, Pittsburgh City Council meeting was largely procedural, with roll call, pledge, proclamations, public comments, and committee reports. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes on legislation were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

City Council is deciding on several capital budget amendments and interdepartmental transfers. The body is also discussing a new ordinance to establish automated red light enforcement systems and reviewing multiple legal claim settlements.

• Ordinance 2024-0792 to add Chapter 625 regarding Automated Red Light Enforcement Systems
• Resolution 2024-0642 for budget-neutral transfers of $1,479,512.47 for contract ratification
• Resolution 2024-0684 for Mellon Square storefront support not to exceed $1,616,398.11
• Resolution 2024-0728 for a $75,000 settlement of litigation for Sherman Hopson
• Resolution 2024-0729 for a $3,097.83 settlement for a light pole near 2420 Lindell Street

Pittsburgh City Council passed a series of budget-neutral interdepartmental transfers and capital budget amendments, all by 8-0 votes with one member absent. The council also approved several settlements, including a $75,000 payment to Sherman Hopson and a $45,000 settlement to multiple parties. A new ordinance on automated red light enforcement was introduced and referred to committee.

• Approved $1,479,512.47 in interdepartmental transfers for PJCBC contract ratification (8-0)
• Approved ARPA plan amendment updating approved projects to version 8.2 (8-0)
• Approved $1,536,398.11 for Mellon Square storefront support via PPA (8-0)
• Approved $75,000 settlement to Sherman Hopson (8-0)
• Approved $45,000 settlement to multiple parties in Angell litigation (8-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 grant from US Forest Service for street trees (8-0)
• Approved $1,650,000 agreement with New Sun Rising for Food Justice Fund (8-0)
• Referred automated red light enforcement ordinance to Public Safety committee

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a pre-agenda interview with Alyssa Ballein, newly appointed Assistant Director of Construction for the Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections. The meeting is procedural, focusing on an informational communication about the appointment.

• 2024-0651 Communication on Alyssa Ballein's appointment as Assistant Director - Construction

Standing Committees

The Pittsburgh Standing Committee will decide on a $226,598 contract with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh for city resident financial counseling services. It will also vote on multiple settlements totaling $126,172.73, including a $75,000 payment for a 2017 lawsuit and smaller claims for vehicle damage and utility repairs. Several capital budget amendments will adjust funding across recreation centers, street resurfacing, and condemned building remediation projects.

• $226,598 contract with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh for resident financial counseling services
• $75,000 settlement for 2017 Allegheny County lawsuit (G.D. 17-000931)
• $3,075 settlement for vehicle damage from 2023 police vehicle collision
• $3,097.83 settlement for Duquesne Light pole damage near 2420 Lindell Street
• $1,536,398.11 allocation for Mellon Square storefront support via Pittsburgh Parking Authority

The Finance and Law Committee recommended approval of a $226,598 contract with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh for financial counseling services, as amended. Several other resolutions were recommended, including open-end professional services agreements, budget transfers, and capital budget amendments. The medical marijuana anti-discrimination ordinance was held in committee with a 6-3 vote. The lead safety agreement with Allegheny County was also held.

• Approved $226,598 contract with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh for financial counseling (amended)
• Approved 36 open-end professional services agreements up to $1.5M each annually (3-year term)
• Approved 36 open-end professional services agreements up to $750K each annually (3-year term)
• Approved $1,479,512.47 interdepartmental transfer for PJCBC contract ratification
• Approved ARPA plan amendment (Version 8.2) as amended
• Held lead safety agreement with Allegheny County ($600K) until 8/28/2024
• Held medical marijuana anti-discrimination ordinance (6-3 vote) until 9/4/2024
• Approved $75,000 settlement for Sherman Hopson litigation

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold public hearings on two bills: Bill 642 ratifies a $1.48M interdepartmental transfer to fund the Pittsburgh Joint Collective Bargaining Committee (PJCBC) contract, and Bill 643 amends the 2024 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan with updated project allocations.

• Ratify $1,479,512.47 PJCBC contract funding transfer to Public Safety, Public Works, and Mobility & Infrastructure
• Amend ARPA Resolution 407 with updated project allocations per Exhibit A, version 8

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held public hearings on two resolutions but took no final votes. Bill 642 authorizes $1,479,512.47 in budget-neutral interdepartmental transfers to align funding with the Pittsburgh Joint Collective Bargaining Committee (PJCBC) contract ratification. Bill 643 amends Resolution 407 of 2024 to update approved American Rescue Plan (ARPA) projects per Exhibit A, version 8. Both hearings were held and the matters were referred to the Committee on Finance and Law.

• Public hearing held on Bill 642 (PJCBC contract transfers), referred to Finance and Law
• Public hearing held on Bill 643 (ARPA plan amendment), referred to Finance and Law

Executive Session

City Council is convening an executive session to discuss Judge McVay's ruling on conservatorship. The session includes attendance from Director Jake Pawlak and City Solicitors Krysia Kubiak, John DeMarco, and John Miller.

• Discussion of Judge McVay's Ruling on Conservatorship

The Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session to discuss Judge McVay's ruling on conservatorship. No formal decisions were made during the session, as it was a closed discussion. The session was attended by Director Jake Pawlak, City Solicitor Krysia Kubiak, and Solicitors John DeMarco and John Miller.

• Held executive session on Judge McVay's conservatorship ruling (no vote recorded)

City Council

Pittsburgh City Council will recognize Tom DiNuno’s 36 years of service with a proclamation and declare July 24, 2024 as “Tom DiNuno Day.” The meeting also includes votes on ordinances and resolutions, including dedicating part of the STOP THE VIOLENCE FUND to tenant legal counsel, authorizing a $1.65M grant for the Food Justice Fund, and approving contracts for professional services totaling up to $1.5M annually.

• Honor Tom DiNuno with a proclamation and declare July 24, 2024 as “Tom DiNuno Day”
• Dedicate part of the STOP THE VIOLENCE FUND to support legal counsel for tenants facing evictions
• Authorize $1.65M agreement with New Sun Rising to manage Pittsburgh’s Food Justice Fund through 2026
• Approve up to $226,598 for financial counseling services with Catapult Greater Pittsburgh
• Approve up to $1.5M annually for 36 open-end professional services agreements across city departments

The Pittsburgh City Council met on July 23, 2024, and passed several resolutions, including amendments to the 2024 fee schedule (revising the employee parking fee) and various capital budget adjustments. The council also approved contracts for legal services, claim settlements, and property transfers to the Land Bank. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Passed 2024 fee schedule amendment revising employee parking fee (9-0)
• Approved $60,000 contract with Citron Alex PC for Orphans Court legal services (9-0)
• Approved $3,000 claim settlement to Edward William Vaughn Jr. (9-0)
• Approved $2,881.81 claim settlement to Bobby Spidell Jr. (9-0)
• Approved $17,806 return of seized funds to U.S. Marshals Service (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 grant application for Robert E Williams Park Project (9-0)
• Approved $30,000 agreement with Just Mediation Pittsburgh for fair housing info (9-0)
• Approved $40,000 agreement with Keys Service Corps for AmeriCorps Summer Program (9-0)

Post Agenda

Pittsburgh City Council will review the Controller’s report on procurement waivers at this meeting. The discussion was requested by Council Member Daniel Lavelle and will include invited guests Controller Rachael Heisler and Director Jake Palwak.

The meeting consisted of a discussion regarding the Controller's report on procurement waivers. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.

Standing Committees

The Finance and Law Committee is reviewing several capital budget amendments and legal settlements. The body is also considering an ordinance to make medical marijuana patients a protected class.

• Ordinance to make medical marijuana patients a protected class
• Agreement with Citron Alex PC for Orphans Court matters not to exceed $60,000
• Mellon Square storefront support project not to exceed $1,536,398.11
• Lead safety projects agreement with Allegheny County for $600,000
• Vehicle damage settlements for Edward William Vaughn, Jr. ($3,000) and Bobby Spidell, Jr. ($2,881.81)

The Standing Committees affirmatively recommended several professional service agreements, land transfers to the Pittsburgh Land Bank, and the removal of unencumbered funds from past capital budgets. The council also approved a series of departmental invoices and P-Card expenditures.

• Affirmatively recommended $60,000 agreement with Citron Alex PC for Orphans Court matters
• Affirmatively recommended $17,806 warrant to return seized funds to U.S. Marshals Service
• Affirmatively recommended $30,000 initial agreement with Just Mediation Pittsburgh
• Affirmatively recommended $40,000 agreement with Keys Service Corps for AmeriCorps
• Affirmatively recommended $21,000 CoPilot software subscription for senior centers
• Affirmatively recommended transfer of multiple city-owned properties to the Pittsburgh Land Bank
• Approved various departmental invoices for community donations, equipment, and services
• Held ordinance to protect medical marijuana patients from discrimination for further review

City Council

Pittsburgh City Council held a regular meeting to recognize local groups and individuals through proclamations and to vote on several resolutions. Members declared days of recognition for Beltzhoover Consensus Group, FroGang, John Robert Lewis, Amber Sloan, Crusaders Baseball, and Isshinryu Karate Academy. Council also approved contracts and agreements including a $1.65 million Food Justice Fund grant, legal services expansion, and various infrastructure and stormwater projects with PWSA.

• Approves $1.65M Food Justice Fund management contract with New Sun Rising
• Expands legal services for housing code enforcement by $50K to $175K total
• Authorizes $930K for Ruthven Street Retaining Wall project with PWSA
• Approves $63K IT staffing study with FedTec LLC
• Amends 2019 Capital Budget to reallocate $915K from homeowner to tenant assistance

City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a major reimbursement agreement for the RAISE Hill District Project. The council also authorized various software subscriptions for firehouse management and HR, and approved several legal settlements.

• Approved $14.15M reimbursement agreement for RAISE Hill District Project (8-0)
• Approved $2.79M contract with CDR Maguire, Inc. for project design management (8-0)
• Approved $501,546.50 for firehouse management software from Locality Media Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $640,000 for Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy projects (8-0)
• Approved $10,000 settlement for James Sheets (8-0)
• Approved $71,005 for Fire Battalion Chief job analysis services (9-0)
• Approved $675,000 total for Clean Team ambassadors in South Side (8-0)
• Approved $574,740.31 for AE7 Pittsburgh LLC office build-out (7-2)

Executive Session

City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss resolutions for the settlement of several legal claims. These include payments for vehicle damage, property damage, and litigation settlements.

• Resolution 2024-0727: Settlement of $3,075.00 to Grace Abror for vehicle damage
• Resolution 2024-0728: Settlement of $75,000.00 to Sherman Hopson and Villanova Law Offices, P.C.
• Resolution 2024-0729: Settlement of $3,097.83 to Duquesne Light Company for a light pole near 2420 Lindell Street
• Resolution 2024-0730: Total settlement of $45,000.00 distributed among eight warrants for multiple parties including O’Brien Coleman & Wright LLC

Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session on July 16, 2024 to review four resolutions authorizing settlement payments. The resolutions cover vehicle damage claims and litigation settlements, with amounts ranging from $3,075.00 to $75,000.00. Each item was referred to the Committee on Finance and Law. The minutes record the executive session as held but do not record any votes or final decisions by Council.

• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0727: $3,075.00 settlement with Grace Abror for vehicle damage (23C-0312)
• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0728: $75,000.00 settlement with Sherman Hopson and Villanova Law Offices, P.C. (G.D. 17-000931)
• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0729: $3,097.83 settlement with Duquesne Light Company for light pole damage (24C-0112)
• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0730: $45,000.00 in eight warrants for Angell/McNary litigation (2:23-cv-1268)
• All four items referred to the Committee on Finance and Law

Standing Committees

Multiple standing committees will meet to discuss various city resolutions. Items include large-scale infrastructure reimbursements, interdepartmental budget transfers for contract ratification, and several departmental invoices.

• Resolution for $14,150,000 in PennDOT reimbursements for the RAISE Hill District Project
• Interdepartmental transfer of $1,479,512.47 for PJCBC contract ratification
• Resolution for $2,798,469.70 for CDR Maguire, Inc. project design management services
• Resolution to increase Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership Clean Team funding by $300,000
• Resolution authorizing a $10,000 settlement payment to James Sheets and Apessos Law, LLC

Standing Committees affirmatively recommended several infrastructure and service contracts, including a major RAISE Hill District project reimbursement. The committees also approved various departmental invoices and software subscriptions. One resolution regarding employee parking fees was held for a public hearing.

• Affirmatively Recommended $14.15M PennDOT reimbursement for RAISE Hill District Project
• Affirmatively Recommended $2.79M design management contract with CDR Maguire, Inc.
• Affirmatively Recommended $640,000 agreement with Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
• Affirmatively Recommended $501,546.50 firehouse management software from Locality Media Inc.
• Affirmatively Recommended $10,000 settlement for James Sheets litigation
• Approved various departmental invoices and P-Card expenditures
• Held resolution to reduce employee parking costs for public hearing
• Affirmatively Recommended no-cost lease of Frazier Fieldhouse to OPDC

Executive Session

City Council is convening an executive session to discuss a court decision related to the rental registry. City Solicitor Krysia Kubiak and Director Jake Pawlak will attend the meeting.

• Executive session regarding the rental registry Court decision

Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session on July 9, 2024 regarding the rental registry court decision. City Solicitor Krysia Kubiak and Director Jake Pawlak were scheduled to attend. The minutes record that the executive session was held but do not describe any decisions, votes, or discussion content.

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding property transfers to the Land Bank and Urban Redevelopment Authority. The agenda also includes various service agreements for senior center software, AmeriCorps programs, and legal services.

• Agreement with Just Mediation Pittsburgh up to $60,000 over two years
• Warrant for U.S. Marshals Service not to exceed $17,806.00
• Amended cable franchise agreement total cost not to exceed $711,213.70
• Agreement with Information Age Technologies, Inc. for senior center software up to $21,000.00
• Easement agreement with Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority at Grandview Park

Council approved a use plan and fund for festivals financially impacted by the Covid pandemic using American Rescue Plan funds. Other final actions included approving legal and expert witness warrants and a grant for South Side Market House repairs.

• Approved ARPA fund for pandemic-impacted festivals (9-0)
• Approved $6,554 warrant for Comber Miller, LLC legal services (9-0)
• Approved $50,000 warrant for The Gateway Engineers, Inc. expert witness services (9-0)
• Approved $30,000 PA Department of Aging grant for South Side Market House door replacements (9-0)
• Approved use of RAD trust funds for Swank Motion Pictures movie rental rights (9-0)
• Approved sewage facilities plan revision for 430 W General Robinson Street (9-0)
• Adopted proclamations 2024-0702, 2024-0703, 2024-0704, and 2024-0707

Executive Session

The City Council is meeting in executive session to consider several resolutions regarding professional services, vehicle damage claims, and the return of seized funds. These items involve legal service contracts and financial settlements.

• Professional services agreement with Citron Alex PC not to exceed $60,000.00
• Settlement for Edward William Vaughn, Jr. regarding vehicle damage not to exceed $3,000.00
• Settlement for Bobby Spidell, Jr. regarding parked vehicle damage not to exceed $2,881.81
• Return of seized funds to the U.S. Marshals Service not to exceed $17,806.00

The Committee on Finance and Law held an executive session to review four resolutions. The documents describe proposed professional services agreements, vehicle damage settlements, and the return of seized funds.

• Reviewed Resolution 2024-0676: professional services agreement with Citron Alex PC up to $60,000.00
• Reviewed Resolution 2024-0677: settlement for Edward William Vaughn, Jr. up to $3,000.00
• Reviewed Resolution 2024-0678: settlement for Bobby Spidell, Jr. up to $2,881.81
• Reviewed Resolution 2024-0661: return of seized funds to U.S. Marshals Service up to $17,806.00

Standing Committees

Pittsburgh City Council standing committees will review resolutions and ordinances affecting city operations and resident services. Key actions include updating federal American Rescue Plan project allocations, adding new quality of life violations to the city code, and approving grants for senior center renovations and local festival funding. The council will also review deferred employee parking fee reductions and approve routine departmental invoices.

• Resolution 2024-0643 updates approved projects for federal American Rescue Plan funding.
• Ordinance 2024-0622 adds Chapter 619A on quality of life violations to the Pittsburgh Code.
• Resolution 2024-0618 approves a $30,000 grant from the PA Department of Aging for the South Side Market House.
• Resolution 2024-0089 defers a reduction in employee parking fees pending a public hearing.
• Resolution 2024-0615 authorizes a sole-source contract with Swank Motion Pictures for event film rights.

Pittsburgh City Council's standing committees met on July 2, 2024, with eight members present and one absent. The Finance and Law Committee held a resolution amending American Rescue Plan project allocations for a cablecast public hearing, and held a resolution to reduce employee parking fees in committee until July 10, 2024. The committee affirmatively recommended a resolution to establish a festival fund using American Rescue Plan money, and recommended warrants for legal services and expert witness services. Other committees recommended a $30,000 grant for South Side Market House door replacements, a film rental agreement amendment, and a sewage plan revision for 430 W General Robinson Street.

• Amended Resolution 2024-0643 updating ARPA project list (Exhibit A, version 8); held for Cablecast Public Hearing
• Held Resolution 2024-0089 to reduce employee parking fees in Finance and Law Committee, due back 7/10/2024
• Affirmatively recommended Resolution 2024-0563 to establish a use plan and fund for pre- or during-COVID festivals using ARPA money
• Affirmatively recommended Resolution 2024-0616 authorizing a warrant up to $6,554.00 to Comber Miller, LLC for legal services in a police litigation matter (2:18-cv-01567)
• Affirmatively recommended Resolution 2024-0617 authorizing a warrant up to $50,000.00 to The Gateway Engineers, Inc. for expert witness services in two Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas matters (G.D. 18-010289 and G.D. 18-010305)
• Approved departmental invoices for City Council/City Clerk, Controller's Office, Dept of Finance, Dept of City Planning, Dept of Public Safety - Admin, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Bureau of Police, Dept of Public Works, and Dept of Parks & Recreation
• Approved P-Card item 0024-2024
• Held Ordinance 2024-0622 adding Chapter 619A (Quality of Life Violations) in Public Safety and Wellness Committee, due back 9/4/2024

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council is reviewing several resolutions involving professional services, infrastructure maintenance, and budget adjustments. Items include fire department staffing analyses, downtown cleaning service increases, and sewer rehabilitation at Frick Park.

• Fire Battalion Chief job analysis and testing contract up to $71,005.00
• Increase of $300,000 for Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership Clean Team services
• Budget increase for Workiva, Inc. software subscription to a total not to exceed $221,344.14
• Firehouse management software contract with Locality Media Inc. up to $501,546.50
• Sewer system rehabilitation at Frick Park via Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority

Pittsburgh City Council read and referred a $2,798,469.70 agreement with CDR Maguire for project design management services, along with several other contracts and amendments. Council passed finally four claim settlements totaling $22,184.74 and a $50,000 increase to Frost Brown Todd LLC for legal services, all by 8-0 votes with Council Member Mosley absent. Council also adopted proclamations and resolutions urging state action on paid family leave and the CROWN Act. No final action was taken on the newly introduced legislation, which was referred to committees.

• Passed finally $2,925 settlement to Julian Simpson for vehicle damage (8-0)
• Passed finally $6,609.74 settlement to Duquesne Light for light pole damage (8-0)
• Passed finally $2,650 settlement to Joanie Elder for retaining wall damage (8-0)
• Passed finally $50,000 increase to Frost Brown Todd LLC legal services, new total $200,000 (8-0)
• Passed finally resurfacing of Sageman Avenue concrete portion with asphalt (8-0)
• Passed finally resurfacing of Sankey Court concrete portion with asphalt (8-0)
• Passed finally site access license to Charles Street Area Corporation for affordable housing environmental assessment (8-0)
• Passed finally $85,000 transfer to Equipment Leasing Authority for police recruitment vehicles (8-0)

Executive Session

The City Council is holding an executive session to consider a resolution regarding a legal settlement. The discussion involves a single payment not to exceed $10,000.00 for litigation filed in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas.

• Resolution 2024-0641: Settlement with James Sheets and Apessos Law, LLC
• Payment not to exceed $10,000.00 for litigation (G.D. 22-015326)

The City of Pittsburgh held an executive session to discuss Resolution 2024-0641. The session concerned a proposed settlement payment not to exceed $10,000.00 to James Sheets and Apessos Law, LLC.

Standing Committees

The Pittsburgh City Council standing committees will consider several resolutions covering infrastructure repairs, municipal contracts, and grant-funded purchases. Items include approving asphalt paving for Sageman Avenue and Sankey Court to address neighborhood road conditions, amending a $200,000 legal services contract with Frost Brown Todd LLC, and authorizing up to $85,000 in state grant funds for police recruitment vehicles. The agenda also covers a no-cost site access license for an affordable housing assessment at Enright Park, three property damage claim settlements totaling $12,184.74, and routine departmental invoices.

• Approve asphalt paving on Sageman Avenue (Sussex to Woodbourne) and Sankey Court (Churchview Ave to dead end).
• Amend legal services contract with Frost, Todd, Brown, LLC by $50,000 to a new total of $200,000.
• Authorize up to $85,000 in grant funds for police recruitment vehicles via the Equipment Leasing Authority.
• Grant site access license to Charles Street Area Corporation for an affordable housing environmental assessment at no cost to the City.
• Settle three property damage claims totaling $12,184.74 for a resident’s car, a Duquesne Light pole near 6934 Lemington Avenue, and a private retaining wall.

Standing committees affirmatively recommended several legal settlements, a $50,000 increase for legal services, and the asphalt paving of Sageman Avenue and Sankey Court. The committees also approved various departmental invoices and a site access license for affordable housing development.

• Affirmatively recommended $2,925 settlement for Julian Simpson (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended $6,609.74 settlement for Duquesne Light Company (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended $2,650 settlement for Joanie Elder (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended $50,000 additional allocation to Frost Brown Todd LLC (carried)
• Approved various departmental invoices (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended asphalt paving for Sageman Avenue and Sankey Court (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended site access license for Charles Street Area Corporation (carried)
• Affirmatively recommended $85,000 for police recruitment vehicles (carried)

Executive Session

The City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss three specific financial resolutions. These items involve amending a previous agreement for legal assistance, authorizing a warrant for police litigation services, and authorizing payments for expert witness services.

• Resolution 2024-0600: Amending Resolution No. 587 of 2021 to add $50,000.00 to Frost, Todd, Brown, LLC for a total not to exceed $200,000.00
• Resolution 2024-0616: Authorizing a warrant for Comber Miller, LLC for police litigation services not to exceed $6,554.00 over one year
• Resolution 2024-0617: Authorizing a warrant for The Gateway Engineers, Inc. for expert witness services not to exceed $50,000.00 over one year

The Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session on June 25, 2024, to discuss three resolutions concerning legal and expert witness service agreements. The minutes indicate that these items were held for the Committee on Finance and Law; no final legislative votes were recorded in this document.

• Discussed $50,000 increase for Frost Brown Todd LLC contract
• Discussed $6,554 payment to Comber Miller, LLC for legal services
• Discussed $50,000 payment to The Gateway Engineers, Inc. for expert services

City Council

The Pittsburgh City Council is voting on final committee recommendations for several resolutions and agreements. Key actions include approving quitclaim deeds to settle legal cases involving city-owned properties, authorizing a five-year lease at 294 Semple Street for youth and adult programs, and accepting a $1.43 million federal highway grant for planning in the Manchester neighborhood. The council will also vote on funding for a state jobs initiative and adjust reimbursement costs for the Fleury Way water project.

• Approve quitclaim deeds transferring city properties at 1039 Salter Way and 425 Michigan Avenue to settle legal cases for $7,500 each
• Accept a $1,432,000 Federal Highway Administration grant for planning and engagement in the Manchester neighborhood
• Authorize a five-year lease of approximately 8,000 square feet at 294 Semple Street to Oakland Planning and Development Corporation (OPDC)
• Approve up to $3,828,594 in state grants for the Joint Jobs Initiative Employment Advancement and Retention Network (EARN) program
• Amend the Fleury Way Project agreement with Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, increasing authorized city reimbursement to $859,137.09

Pittsburgh City Council passed several resolutions, including a $1,432,000 federal grant for planning in Manchester, a $3,828,594 grant application for a jobs program, and property conveyances to settle lawsuits. Council also adopted proclamations and resolutions supporting state bills and opposing school vouchers. All final actions passed 7-0, with two members absent.

• Approved $1,432,000 federal Reconnecting Community Pilot grant for Manchester planning (7-0)
• Approved $3,828,594 grant application for Joint Jobs Initiative EARN program (7-0)
• Approved quitclaim deeds to East Liberty Development, Inc. to settle 14 court cases (7-0)
• Approved quitclaim deed for 1039 Salter Way to Weiying Mao for $7,500 (7-0)
• Approved quitclaim deed for 425 Michigan Avenue to Johnnie Juanita Mohamed for $7,500 (7-0)
• Approved lease with Oakland Planning and Development Corp. at 294 Semple Street for 5 years (7-0)
• Approved $859,137.09 for Fleury Way Project, a $294,428.08 increase (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting PA House Bill 2199 and Senate Bill 1233 (Alicia's Law) (voice vote)

Executive Session

The City Council is meeting in executive session to consider several resolutions. These include the transfer of City-owned properties via quitclaim deeds and the settlement of various damage claims.

• Transfer of multiple 12th Ward properties to East Liberty Development, Inc. at no cost
• Quitclaim deed for 1039 Salter Way to Weiying Mao for $7,500.00
• Quitclaim deed for 425 Michigan Avenue to Johnnie Juanita Mohamed for $7,500.00
• Claim settlement for Julian Simpson not to exceed $2,925.00
• Claim settlement for Duquesne Light Company not to exceed $6,609.74

Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session on June 18, 2024, to review six bills, all of which were held to the Committee on Finance and Law. The bills concern quitclaim deeds for City-owned properties to East Liberty Development, Inc., Weiying Mao, and Johnnie Juanita Mohamed, plus three claim settlements with Julian Simpson, Duquesne Light Company, and Joanie Elder. No final decisions were made; the matters were only referred to committee.

• Held Bill 2024-0577 (quitclaim deeds to East Liberty Development, Inc.) to Committee on Finance and Law
• Held Bill 2024-0578 (quitclaim deed for 1039 Salter Way to Weiying Mao for $7,500) to Committee on Finance and Law
• Held Bill 2024-0579 (quitclaim deed for 425 Michigan Avenue to Johnnie Juanita Mohamed for $7,500) to Committee on Finance and Law
• Held Bill 2024-0597 (warrant to Julian Simpson up to $2,925 for vehicle damage claim) to Committee on Finance and Law
• Held Bill 2024-0598 (warrant to Duquesne Light Company up to $6,609.74 for light pole damage claim) to Committee on Finance and Law
• Held Bill 2024-0599 (warrant to Joanie Elder up to $2,650 for retaining wall damage claim) to Committee on Finance and Law

Standing Committees

The Finance and Law Committee will review resolutions regarding employee parking fees and festival funds. Other committees are discussing various city contracts, including plumbing shortages, community grant funds, and water project reimbursements.

• Resolution to reduce employee parking costs (2024-0089)
• Quitclaim deed for City property in the 12th Ward to East Liberty Development, Inc. (2024-0577)
• Quitclaim deed for 1039 Salter Way to Weiying Mao for $7,500.00 (2024-0578)
• Quitclaim deed for 425 Michigan Avenue to Johnnie Juanita Mohamed for $7,500.00 (2024-0579)
• Agreement with Federal Highway Administration for $1,432,000 in Manchester neighborhood planning (2024-0589)

Standing Committees affirmatively recommended several resolutions including a $1.43M federal grant for the Manchester neighborhood and a $3.8M grant application for the Joint Jobs Initiative Program. The committees also approved various property quitclaim deeds and departmental invoices.

• Affirmatively recommended $1,432,000 grant for Manchester neighborhood planning (2024-0589)
• Affirmatively recommended $3,828,594 grant application for Joint Jobs Initiative Program (2024-0574)
• Affirmatively recommended $859,137.09 funding for Fleury Way Project (2024-0581)
• Affirmatively recommended agreement to hire licensed plumbers to address workforce shortage (2024-0602)
• Affirmatively recommended no-cost lease of 294 Semple Street to Oakland Planning and Development Corporation (2024-0580)
• Affirmatively recommended quitclaim deeds for properties at 1039 Salter Way ($7,500) and 425 Michigan Avenue ($7,500)
• Affirmatively recommended $6,034.88 warrant for Christopher E. Miles for arbitration services (2024-0576)
• Approved departmental invoices and P-Card reports

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions including a $85,000 fund transfer for police recruitment vehicles and various legal claim settlements. The agenda also includes discussions on sewage facility plans, affordable housing site access, and workforce shortages in plumbing.

• $85,000 transfer to City of Pittsburgh Equipment Leasing Authority for police recruitment vehicles
• Resolution for sewage facilities plan at 201 Amber Street
• Settlement of $2,925.00 claim for vehicle damage (Julian Simpson)
• Settlement of $6,609.74 claim for light pole damage near 6934 Lemington Avenue
• Settlement of $2,650.00 claim for retaining wall damage (Joanie Elder)

The City Council passed several final resolutions, including extending the disaster emergency declaration for the 2nd Avenue Commons Shelter fire through December 8, 2024, and amending the Charles Anderson Bridge agreement to authorize up to $59.89 million for construction costs. The Council also approved a $1.1 million increase for the Penn Circle Two Way Conversion project and realigned the official boundaries of the Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts neighborhoods. Additionally, the Council authorized a performance audit of purchasing opportunities for minority, women, and LGBT-owned businesses.

• Approved extension of 2nd Avenue Commons Shelter emergency declaration until Dec 8, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved amended Charles Anderson Bridge reimbursement agreement up to $59,890,000 for construction (9-0)
• Approved $1,100,000 amended cooperation agreement for Penn Circle Two Way Conversion (9-0)
• Approved realignment of Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts neighborhood boundaries (9-0)
• Approved performance audit of Innovation and Performance Dept purchasing for MBE/WBE/LGBT businesses (9-0)
• Approved $114,300 five-year subscription for EngagePGH online engagement platform (9-0)
• Approved $49,680 contract with rePLACE Urban Studio for Hill District structure stabilization (9-0)
• Approved $85,000 transfer to Equipment Leasing Authority for police recruitment vehicles (referred to committee)

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding Bill 2023-2330. This ordinance proposes changing the zoning of several properties on McKee Place from Urban Center Employment to Residential - Mixed Use.

• Public hearing for Bill 2023-2330 regarding McKee Place rezoning
• Zoning change from UC-E (Urban Center Employment) to R-MU (Residential - Mixed Use)
• Properties located at Block and Lot Numbers: 28-F-314, 28-F-310, 28-F-308, 28-F-306, 28-F-304, and 28-F-302

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing regarding Bill 2023-2330. The proposal seeks to change the zoning of several properties on McKee Place from Urban Center Employment to Residential - Mixed Use.

• Held public hearing for Bill 2023-2330 regarding zoning changes on McKee Place

Standing Committees

Pittsburgh City Council standing committees are discussing resolutions to fund construction phases of the Charles Anderson Bridge project, allocate American Rescue Plan money for local festivals, and approve a five-year subscription for an online resident feedback platform. The agenda also covers realigning neighborhood boundaries in the Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts areas, contracting planners for Hill District abandoned structure stabilization, and approving various departmental invoices for police, parks, and mobility services. These actions determine infrastructure financing, community engagement tools, land use adjustments, and routine municipal operations that directly affect local development and city service delivery.

• Amends PennDOT reimbursement agreement for the Charles Anderson Bridge project up to $59,890,000.00 for construction costs.
• Contracts rePLACE Urban Studio up to $49,680 for planning to stabilize abandoned structures in the Hill District.
• Approves a five-year, $114,300 subscription with Social Pinpoint for the EngagePGH online engagement platform.
• Realigns Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts neighborhood boundaries to match Census Tracts 201 and 305.
• Settles a property damage claim of $2,835.00 from a felled city tree on December 3, 2023.

The Standing Committees recommended extending the disaster emergency declaration for the 2nd Avenue Commons Shelter fire through December 8, 2024. They also advanced an amendment to the Charles Anderson Bridge project agreement, authorizing up to $59,890,000 for construction costs. Several land dispositions, neighborhood boundary realignments, and departmental invoices were also recommended for approval.

• Recommended extending disaster emergency declaration for 2nd Avenue Commons Shelter fire until Dec 8, 2024
• Recommended amending Charles Anderson Bridge agreement to authorize up to $59,890,000 for construction
• Recommended realigning Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts boundaries to match Census Tracts 201 and 305
• Recommended approving $1,100,000 amended agreement with URA for Penn Circle Two Way Conversion
• Recommended approving sale of land at 748 Anaheim Street to Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation
• Recommended approving sale of parcels at 2239 Centre Avenue to Studio Volcy LLC
• Recommended approving $2,835 settlement for property damage from felled city tree
• Recommended approving $49,680 contract with rePLACE Urban Studio for Hill District structure stabilization

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions including a $3.8 million grant for the Joint Jobs Initiative Program. Other items include funding for the Fleury Way Project and various quitclaim deed transfers to settle legal cases.

• Grant application for Joint Jobs Initiative Program (EARN) up to $3,828,594
• Fleury Way Project reimbursement to PWSA up to $859,137.09
• Reconnecting Community Pilot program grant of $1,432,000 for Manchester neighborhood
• Quitclaim deed transfer to East Liberty Development, Inc. at no cost to the City
• Quitclaim deed transfer for 1039 Salter Way to Weiying Mao for $7,500.00

City Council approved several financial settlements for vehicle and property damage and authorized funding for Juneteenth celebrations and technical consulting. The council also reappointed Rhoda Neft to the Ethics Hearing Board and approved various software and training contracts.

• Approved $125,000 for POISE Foundation Juneteenth services (8-0)
• Approved $120,000 for Urban Design Ventures HOME-ARP technical assistance (8-0)
• Approved $105,000 for Urban Design Ventures CDBG, ESG, and HOPWA administration (8-0)
• Approved $315,000 for Planet Technologies Microsoft training and support (8-0)
• Approved $24,247.15 settlement for Lamar Advertising billboard damage (8-0)
• Approved $51,895.94 contract extension for Granicus, Inc. software services (8-0)
• Reappointed Rhoda Neft to the Ethics Hearing Board (8-0)
• Approved $10,600 for Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting fair housing advertising (8-0)

Executive Session

The City Council is holding an executive session regarding a resolution for arbitration services. The proposed payment to Christopher E. Miles is for a period of one year.

• Resolution 2024-0576: Arbitration services for Christopher E. Miles not to exceed $6,034.88

Pittsburgh City Council held an executive session on June 11, 2024, regarding Resolution 2024-0576, which would authorize a warrant in favor of Christopher E. Miles for arbitration services for an amount not to exceed $6,034.88 over one year. The session was held and the matter was referred to the Committee on Finance and Law. The minutes record no vote or final decision on the resolution itself.

• Executive session held on Resolution 2024-0576 (arbitration services warrant for Christopher E. Miles, up to $6,034.88)
• Referred to the Committee on Finance and Law

Committee on Hearings and Policy

The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding Bill 2024-0461. This resolution directs the Department of City Planning to realign neighborhood boundaries to match Census Tracts 201 and 305.

• Public hearing for Bill 2024-0461 regarding Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts boundaries

The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing regarding Bill 2024-0461. This resolution proposes realigning the boundaries of the Central Business District and Crawford-Roberts neighborhoods to match Census Tracts 201 and 305. No final vote or decision was recorded in these minutes.

• Held public hearing for Bill 2024-0461