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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/7/2007 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2007-1734 1 ProclamationWHEREAS, on September 7th, 2007, Gateway to the Arts will commemorate its 50th Anniversary with a celebration event, Tap into Art; and WHEREAS, Gateway to the Arts has served the arts and education community of Western Pennsylvania for the last 50 years with auditorium programs, artists-in-residence, professional development for educators, and public round-table discussions; and WHEREAS, Gateway to the Arts has touched over 7.8 million students, parents and teachers in its mission to transform the lives and education of children through active participation in the arts; and WHEREAS, Rob Marshall is the honorary chair of Gateway to the Arts 50th Anniversary and will be honored at events on September 4th, 2007 and September 7th, 2007; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marshall is a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School and Carnegie Mellon University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marshall is best known for his role as director of the films Chicago and Memoirs of a Geisha; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marshall was recently awarded the Pennsylvania Artist of the Year by Governor Rendell. NOW, THEREFOREAdoptedPass Action details
2007-1735 1 ProclamationWHEREAS, this year heralds the 20th anniversary of the founding of Shepherd Wellness Community, the only AIDS Community Center in Western Pennsylvania; and WHEREAS, the 20-year history of Shepherd Wellness Community mirrors the stories of courage, commitment, caring and sharing that mark the course of the disease; and WHEREAS, Shepherd Wellness Community is a non-judgmental, non-sectarian, gathering place for all people infected by HIV/AIDS and their loved ones and friends; and WHEREAS, Shepherd Wellness Community is unique in the region for the type of personal, non-clinical support it provides to HIV positive individuals and those affected by the disease through support groups, social outings, transportation services, alternative therapies, wellness education programs and Wellness Dinners. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh recognizes the 20th Anniversary of Shepherd Wellness Community and commends it for creating a safe and caring atmosphere for its members and furthering its mission of helping people live with dignity; and BE AdoptedPass Action details
2007-1736 1 ProclamationWHEREAS, Family House is an affordable home away from home for patients and families who travel to Pittsburgh for the evaluation and treatment of serious or life threatening illnesses; and, WHEREAS , Family House , a non-profit corporation operated by a voluntary Board of Directors, opened its doors in 1983 and has touched the lives of people from every state in the nation and 44 countries worldwide who come to Pittsburgh for specialized treatment and stay at one of the 3 Family House facilities; and, WHEREAS, Family House Polo is the signature fundraising event which raises money to keep room rates affordable for all of the guests and has become a well-loved traditional opening to the Fall social season in Pittsburgh; and, WHEREAS, Family House Polo will be held on September 8, 2007, at Hartwood Acres , with gates opening at 11:00 AM with merchandise boutiques and activities for all ages and the polo match beginning at 1:00PM featuring two renowned polo teams bringing back the traditions of "Polo in Pittsburgh" and hosting more than 2000 guests; and, WHEREAS, this yeAdoptedPass Action details
2007-1737 1 ProclamationWHEREAS, Thomas E. Starzl, M.D., Ph.D is being honored at the American Liver Foundation Western Pennsylvania Chapter Inaugural Tribute to Excellence event held on Thursday, August 23, 2007 at the Longue Vue Club in Verona, PA; and, WHEREAS, Dr. Starzl is a distinguished service professor of surgery and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the director emeritus of the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; and, WHEREAS, Dr. Starzl is known as the "Father of Liver Transplantation" for performing the world's first liver transplant in 1963 and the world's first successful liver transplant in 1967, both at the University of Colorado; and, WHEREAS, Dr. Starzl can also be credited for his seminal discoveries associated with immune tolerance and innovative surgical techniques, which paved the way for an entirely new field in human organ transplantation; and, WHEREAS, as a display of gratitude The American Liver Foundation Western Pennsylvania Chapter is naming a Research Award in honor of to Thomas E. Starzl, M.AdoptedPass Action details
2007-1726 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Contract or Contracts, or the use of existing Contracts for the purchase of fire hose and SCBA parts and related accessories for the Fire Bureau at a cost not to exceed One hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) and providing for the payment thereof.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1727 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Contract or Contracts, or the use of existing Contracts for the purchase of fire hose and SCBA parts for the Fire Bureau at a cost not to exceed Two Hundred Thousand dollars ($200,000.00) and providing for the payment thereof.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1721 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing a Cooperation Agreement or Agreements with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh, the County of Allegheny and the School District of Pittsburgh providing for the financing, monitoring, implementation and termination of the Bakery Square Tax Increment Financing District. (Council District 9). Read and referred  Action details
2007-1722 1 ResolutionResolution adopting the Bakery Square Tax Increment Financing Plan presented by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh, and making certain findings. (Council District 9). PUBLIC HEARING HELD OCTOBER 23, 2007Read and referred  Action details
2007-1723 1 ResolutionResolution revising the boundaries of the Center Triangle TIF District. (Council District 6) (PUBLIC HEARING HELD NOVEMBER 27, 2007)Read and referred  Action details
2007-1724 1 ResolutionResolution revising the boundaries of the North Shore Tax Increment Financing District. (Council District 1). PUBLIC HEARING HELD NOVEMBER 27, 2007Read and referred  Action details
2007-1725 1 ResolutionResolution revising the boundaries of the Station Square TIF District. (Council District 2) PUBLIC HEARING HELD NOVEMBER 27, 2007.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1730 1 ResolutionResolution Amending and supplementing Resolution No. 861, effective January 1, 2000, as amended, entitled: “Adopting and approving the 2000 Capital Budget and the 2000 Community Development Block Grant Program; and approving the 2000 through 2005 Capital Improvement Program, by adjusting various line items in conformance with City Council's 2000 Capital Budget amendments.” By adding $88,287.47 to “District 3 Public Works Initiatives” and $2,212.53 to “Wattage Upgrade at Brownsville and Warrington”, and by adjusting amounts in various other projects in Council District 3. Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2007-1730 1 ResolutionResolution Amending and supplementing Resolution No. 861, effective January 1, 2000, as amended, entitled: “Adopting and approving the 2000 Capital Budget and the 2000 Community Development Block Grant Program; and approving the 2000 through 2005 Capital Improvement Program, by adjusting various line items in conformance with City Council's 2000 Capital Budget amendments.” By adding $88,287.47 to “District 3 Public Works Initiatives” and $2,212.53 to “Wattage Upgrade at Brownsville and Warrington”, and by adjusting amounts in various other projects in Council District 3. Read and referred  Action details
2007-1731 1 ResolutionResolution amending Resolution No. 538, effective September 27, 2005 entitled “Providing for an Agreement or Agreements, with various community organizations for operational/administrative expenses, maintenance, purchase of equipment and/or rehabilitation of neighborhood facilities for the benefit of residents of the City of Pittsburgh and further, authorizing various departments to enter into contract or contracts or use existing contract or contracts for the purchase of equipment and/or furniture at a cost not to exceed $1,492,500.00”, so as to reprogram funds in City Council from “Urban League” (-1,000) to “Better Block Development” (+1,000)Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2007-1731 1 ResolutionResolution amending Resolution No. 538, effective September 27, 2005 entitled “Providing for an Agreement or Agreements, with various community organizations for operational/administrative expenses, maintenance, purchase of equipment and/or rehabilitation of neighborhood facilities for the benefit of residents of the City of Pittsburgh and further, authorizing various departments to enter into contract or contracts or use existing contract or contracts for the purchase of equipment and/or furniture at a cost not to exceed $1,492,500.00”, so as to reprogram funds in City Council from “Urban League” (-1,000) to “Better Block Development” (+1,000)Read and referred  Action details
2007-1715 1 ResolutionResolution providing for the issuance of a $6,393.53 warrant in favor of Lease Plan Risk Services as Representatives for Philip Morris, Inc.5350 Keystone Court, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008, in settlement of a claim for a damaged vehicle due to a City GS vehicle on December 21, 2006.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1716 1 ResolutionResolution providing for the issuance of a $3,000.00 warrant in favor of Global Promo Group, c/o Liberty Mutual, P.O. Box 6057, Indianapolis, IN 46206-6057, in settlement of a claim for a damaged trailer due to an incorrectly marked clearance of a bridge on November 2, 2006.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1717 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Commission on Human Relations to enter into an agreement or agreements for the hiring of legal counsel to provide representation to complainants in fair housing cases who have elected to proceed through the court of common pleas or require legal representation at public hearings before the commission. Total cost not to exceed $25,000.00.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1729 1 ResolutionResolution Further amending and supplementing Resolution No. 180, effective April 5, 2000, entitled "Providing for an Agreement or Agreements, or use of existing Agreements and/or a Contract or Contracts, or use of existing Contracts, and for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment, and/or services for various projects in connection with the Neighborhood Needs Program in Council District 3", by adding $88,287.47 to “District 3 Public Works Initiatives” and $2,212.53 to “Wattage Upgrade at Brownsville and Warrington”, and by adjusting various other projects. Total cost is not to exceed $1,000,000.Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2007-1729 1 ResolutionResolution Further amending and supplementing Resolution No. 180, effective April 5, 2000, entitled "Providing for an Agreement or Agreements, or use of existing Agreements and/or a Contract or Contracts, or use of existing Contracts, and for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment, and/or services for various projects in connection with the Neighborhood Needs Program in Council District 3", by adding $88,287.47 to “District 3 Public Works Initiatives” and $2,212.53 to “Wattage Upgrade at Brownsville and Warrington”, and by adjusting various other projects. Total cost is not to exceed $1,000,000.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1718 1 ResolutionResolution amending Resolution No. 810, approved January 10, 2007 effective December 231, 2006 entitled “Granting unto University of Pittsburgh 3400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260 their successors and assigns, the privilege and license to construct, maintain and use at their own cost and expense, utilities at the right-of-ways of Aliquippa, Darragh and Terrace Streets in the 4th & 5th Ward, 6th & 8th Council District of the City of Pittsburgh.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1728 1 ResolutionRESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT EFFECTIVE AS OF OCTOBER 1, 1970 BY AND AMONG CITY OF PITTSBURGH, ALLEGHENY COUNTY SANITARY AUTHORITY, AND INDIANA TOWNSHIP AND THE PITTSBURGH WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY (PRESENTED BY MR. MOTZNIK)Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2007-1728 1 ResolutionRESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT EFFECTIVE AS OF OCTOBER 1, 1970 BY AND AMONG CITY OF PITTSBURGH, ALLEGHENY COUNTY SANITARY AUTHORITY, AND INDIANA TOWNSHIP AND THE PITTSBURGH WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY (PRESENTED BY MR. MOTZNIK)Read and referred  Action details
2007-1720 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Zoning Code, Title Nine, Article One, Chapter 902 Section 902.03, Zoning District Map Nos. 2 and 6 by changing various zoning district classifications in the ESPLEN neighborhood in accord with Map Pittsburgh: Zoning for your Neighborhood, the city's zoning re-mapping project relative to the city's new Urban Zoning Code.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1719 1 ResolutionResolution providing for an Agreement(s) and Contract(s) with the Minority Education Labor Agency to provide pre-apprentice training in the construction trades to individuals from under represented ethnic groups to assist in improving entry level positions in the labor unions. The cost thereof is not to exceed $50,000.00.Read and referred  Action details
2007-1732 1 CommunicationCommunication from City Clerk Linda M. Johnson-Wasler submitting the Travel Report for the third quarter of 2006.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2007-1733 1 CommunicationCommunication from City Clerk Linda M. Johnson-Wasler submitting the Travel Report for the fourth quarter of 2006.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details