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Resolution calling for transparency and oversight in regards to previously approved cooperation agreements, contracts, leases, and special agreements with the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy (PPC) in light of a voter approved referendum measure to amend the Home Rule Charter.
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WHEREAS, Voters in the City of Pittsburgh approved an amendment to the Home Rule Charter on November 5, 2019 that authorizes the creation of the City of Pittsburgh Parks Trust Fund; and,
WHEREAS, this ballot initiative was narrowly passed with unofficial results tallied at 33,764 voting YES, and 31,365 voting NO in a race that had 28% voter turnout; and,
WHEREAS, the amendment campaign was led and funded by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy (PPC) in a campaign that spent over $800,000; and,
WHEREAS, many concerns were raised by residents throughout the election process on the relationship between PPC and the City of Pittsburgh; and,
WHEREAS, further concerns have been raised about the comprehensive abilities and interactions between the City and PPC in in regards to caring for the City's parks; and,
WHEREAS, Pursuant to Resolution No. 285 of 1998, approved May 29, 1998 and effective May 29, 1998, the City entered into a Cooperation Agreement dated April 10, 2000, with the PPC to establish an alliance to provide improvements, special care, and restoration for the City's four regional parks; and,
WHEREAS, a renewal to the Cooperation Agreement was authorized on December 12, 2011 to extend the agreement through December 31, 2020; and,
WHEREAS, termination rules are set forth in Paragraph XVIII of the Cooperation Agreement and require six months advance notice of intent to terminate; and,
WHEREAS, the language states that the City of the Conservancy may terminate this Agreement at any time, without cause or liability, by giving the other party one hundred eighty (180) days advance written notice of its intention to terminate. In the event of termination, any other agreements be...
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