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WHEREAS, since its establishment in 1758 the City of Pittsburgh has enjoyed a robust history as one of the world's most innovative and productive cities; and,
WHEREAS, the citizens of Pittsburgh deserve a city government that measures up to those same high standards of innovation and productivity; and,
WHEREAS, the citizens of Pittsburgh deserve a city government intent on building a future that will make both its grandparents and children proud; and,
WHEREAS, accountability, which is the cornerstone of an innovative, productive and forward-thinking government, rests on a foundation of clear priorities with realistic goals; and,
WHEREAS, the citizens of Pittsburgh are best served when the City Council and Mayor work together toward the fulfillment of clearly articulated priorities and goals;,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that during this 250th anniversary year, the City Council and Mayor of Pittsburgh do hereby jointly make the following pledges to improve the quality of governance in the City of Pittsburgh:
1. The Mayor and City Council pledge to make real and measurable progress solving the long-term financial challenges facing city government.
a. Priority 1: Identify operational efficiencies through shared or consolidated services
Action Item: Create a joint legislative and executive branch committee, also to include the City Controller, tothat would be charged with identifying areas of operational efficiencies between the three taxing bodies as well as the authorities of the City of Pittsburgh.
b. Priority 2: Reduce the legacy costs associated with Pittsburgh's city government for future generations
Action Items: Approve a budget that maintains the usage of a pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) approach to capital funding so that the city is on a path to reduce annual debt service payments below 15% of current revenues; approve a budget that increases the City's annual pension contribution by 15% above the minimum municipal obligat...
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