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2007-1815
| 1 | | Proclamation | WHEREAS, the Nation's Voice on Mental Illness (NAMI) was founded in 1979 as a mental health organization committed to helping persons suffering from serious mental illness and their families; and
WHEREAS, NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life of all whose lives are affected by these diseases; and
WHEREAS, NAMI promotes a mission of support, education, advocacy and research for people living with serious mental illnesses; and
WHEREAS, one in seventeen Americans suffer from a serious mental illness, and one in five American families are directly affected by serious mental illness; and
WHEREAS, the goals for the NAMIWalks program are to fight the stigma that surrounds mental illness, to raise awareness of the need for improvement in the national mental health system and to raise funds for NAMI so that they can continue their mission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends the efforts of the Nation's Voice on Mental Illness for its dedication to aiding persons and | Adopted | Pass |
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2007-1816
| 1 | | Proclamation | WHEREAS, energy efficiency is important to the City of Pittsburgh because it saves consumers and businesses money, and helps protect the environment by decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and reducing air pollution; and
WHEREAS, the nation's mayors are committed to maintaining secure, safe and affordable energy resources for their citizens; and
WHEREAS, by taking the ENERGY STAR® Change a Light pledge - citizens of Pittsburgh have the opportunity to save energy and to help voluntarily reduce greenhouse gas emissions by switching to ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent lighting products in their homes; and
WHEREAS, if every home in Pittsburgh made this one change, our city would save 91,650,000 kilowatts of electricity, the environmental equivalent of removing 2,305 cars from the road while also reducing the amount of greenhouse gas emissions going into the air by 144,625,000 pounds; and
WHEREAS, Pittsburgh is proud to do our part in this nationwide effort, celebrating this day- ENERGY STAR Change a Light Day-to promote energy efficiency and environmental stewardship | Adopted | Pass |
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2007-1817
| 1 | | Proclamation | WHEREAS, more than twenty-five years ago in the basement of an inner-city church in Pittsburgh, a piece of a dream began to unfold. On Saturday, September 29, 2007 the Afro American Music Institute celebrates its 25th Anniversary. This day preserve the cultural tradition and quality of a music that is widely recognized as an original American art form; and
WHERAS, in a classroom at the University of Pittsburgh, the foundation for a comprehensive curriculum that would fall under the umbrella of an inner-city program called The Afro American Music Institute began in 1982 as a proprietary venture of founders Dr. James Johnson and his wife, Pamela. The mission of the AAMI is to provide systematic, specialized instrumental and vocal training in all styles of the African-American music tradition; and
WHEREAS, on August 15,2003, AAMI closed the doors at its location on 7227 Tioga Street and moved into its newly purchased building at 7131 Hamilton Avenue in Homewood where the facility provides a more inviting location with larger rooms and a more professional appearance and atmosphere as | Adopted | Pass |
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2007-1818
| 1 | | Proclamation | WHEREAS, on September 28th, 2007, WQED Pittsburgh and the Dominion Foundation will honor the 2007 Dominion Volunteer in the Arts Award with a luncheon, entitled, "A Year of Volunteers" ; and
WHEREAS, the VITA Award was established in 1988 to honor volunteers of all ages in the Western Pennsylvania region; and
WHEREAS, the VITA Award has for nineteen years honored individuals who have dedicated their time and talent to promote the arts; and
WHEREAS, the VITA Award will recognize the following individuals for outstanding dedication to community service in the arts:
Chiapih Shaw
Dr. Bruce Wilder
Donald Patterson
Ruth S. Hahn
Dr. George R. White
Beatrice Campbell
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends the honorees for their leadership and dedication to the community and thanks The Dominion Foundation and WQED Pittsburgh for recognizing these individuals; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby declares September 28th, 2007, "A Year of Volunteers Day" in the City of Pittsburgh. | Adopted | Pass |
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2007-1819
| 1 | | Proclamation | WHEREAS, Author Robert Mendolson has written a compelling story about the personal tragedy of Linda and Dennis Hurwitz when their only daughter, Karen , was murdered by a high school friend at their home in 1989; and,
WHEREAS, Robert Mendolson's book details the professional challenges of Dr. Dennis Hurwitz in his efforts to come to terms with this shattering loss and at the same time continue to advance his successful career as a plastic surgeon ; and,
WHEREAS, Robert Mendolson has captured the life and professional challenges of Dr. Hurwitz while searching for beauty and meaning in living ; and,
WHEREAS, this independently written novel titled, The Chase for Beauty, is scheduled for a national release on October 1, 2007 ; and,
WHEREAS, Morgan James Publishing and its founder, David Hancock, are hosting a pre-publication release of the book with a celebration on Tuesday , September 25, 2007, at the Concordia Club in Pittsburgh.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby congratulate writer Robert Mendolson for hi | Adopted | Pass |
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2007-1810
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution authorizing the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh to submit an Application to the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget for a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant in the amount of $875,000 for the Pittsburgh Zoo Water's Edge and Multi Purpose Facility project. (Council District No. 7) | Read and referred | |
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2007-1811
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution authorizing a Cooperation Agreement or Agreements with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh in connection with URA's application for an $875,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for the Pittsburgh Zoo Water's Edge and Multi Purpose Facility project. (Council District No. 7) | Read and referred | |
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2007-1809
| 1 | | Ordinance | Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Two: Fiscal, Article IX, Property Tax Chapter 265 Exemptions for Residential Improvements, tax credit for Visitable Design. | Read and referred | |
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2007-1812
| 1 | | Appointment-Requiring Vote | Authorizing the appointment of Chao Long, 4264 Saline Street, Pittsburgh PA, 15217, as a member of the Youth Commission of the City of Pittsburgh for a term to expire September 30, 2008. | Approved | Pass |
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2007-1813
| 1 | | Appointment-Requiring Vote | Authorizing the appointment of Charlynn White, 2403 Osgood Street Pittsburgh PA, 15214, as a member of the Youth Commission of the City of Pittsburgh for a term to expire September 30, 2008. | Approved | Pass |
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2007-1814
| 1 | F. | Appointment-Requiring Vote | Authorizing the re-appointment of Bryan Woll, 1027 Summerset Drive, Pittsburgh PA, 15217 as a member of the Youth Commission of the City of Pittsburgh for a term to expire September 30, 2008. | Approved | Pass |
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2007-1806
| 1 | | Report | Report of the Committee on Finance, Law and Purchasing for September 26, 2007. | Read, Received and Filed | Pass |
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2007-1715
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution 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. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1716
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution 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. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1752
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Acting City Solicitor to enter into an agreement or agreements for the hiring of Cycom Data Systems, Inc., to maintain and upgrade the CityLaw Computer program on the City of Pittsburgh Department of Law's computer system at a cost not to exceed $9,812.00 (Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Twelve Dollars). | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1753
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution repealing items in Resolutions approved on various dates, authorizing the sale of properties in various wards of the City of Pittsburgh, in accordance with Act No. 171 of 1984, "Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act", effective December 11, 1984. Items A thru D: A: 1024 Crucible; B: 1525 Steuben; C: 1252 Berry; D: 174 Wabash.
| Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1754
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution amending Resolution No. 259, effective May 9, 2007, Item D, which authorized the sale of a 2 STY BRL DWLG, known as 413 Jonathan Court, 14h Ward, Block 126-D, Lot 122, to Jerome Frank and Yolanda Frank for the sum of $7,900.00, and Item F which authorized the sale of a 2 STY ALUM HSE; DBL CON BLK GAR, known as 1617 McBride Street, 31st Ward, Block 184-K, Lot 50, to David Albert for the sum of $10,900.00. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1755
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for the conveyance by the City of Pittsburgh of certain property, under Act No. 171 of 1984, entitled, “Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act”, effective December 11, 1984; having been placed for sale to adjoining property owners in conjunction with the City of Pittsburgh/City Source Associates Sideyard Program. ITEMS A through E. A: 3433 ½ Webster; B: 108 Compromise (Part);
C: 1123 N. Franklin; D: 415 Orchard; E: 308 Fram.
| Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1756
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for conveyance by the City of Pittsburgh of certain property, under Act No. l7l of l984, entitled, “Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act”, effective December 11, 1984.
ITEMS A through C. A: 833 Suismon; B: 6836 McPherson; C: 3037 Glen Mawr.
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2007-1757
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for the filing of petitions for the sale of certain properties, acquired at tax sales, in accordance with Act No.171 of 1984, “Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act”, effective December 11, 1984.
ITEMS A through H: A: 4920 Broad; B: 5200 Kincaid; C: 5202 Kincaid;
D: 17 Curtin; E: 514 Climax; F: 618 Beltzhoover; G: 346 Climax; H: 1814 University.
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2007-1758
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for the filing of petitions for the sale of certain properties, acquired at tax sales in accordance with Act No. l7l of l984, “Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act”, effective December 11, 1984.
ITEMS A thru C. A: 2671-73 South 18th; B: 2511 Edgar; C: 508 N. Taylor.
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2007-1759
| 2 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for the filing of petitions for the sale of certain properties, acquired at tax sales in accordance with Act No. l7l of l984, “Second Class City Treasurer Sale and Collection Act”, effective December 11, 1984.
ITEMS A thru Z. A: 6821 & 6823 McPherson; B: 434 Kingsboro; C: 713 Singer; D: 1724, 1726 & 1728 W. Carson; E: 809-811 Lincoln & 6626-28 Tennis; F: 604 Mathilda; G: 509 Lovelace; H: 838 Lillian; I: 16 Vinecliff; K: 2320 Maple; N: 504 Delmont; P: 7336 Somerset; Q: 5419 Black; R: 4529 Marilyn; S: 4523 Armorhill; T: 28 Nobles; U: 334 N. Atlantic; V: 3038 and 3040 Viola; W: 6836-40 Upland; X: 6830 Upland; Y: 6938 Upland; Z: 58 Mt. Oliver.
(AMENDED TO DELETE ITEMS J, L, M, O)
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2007-1764
| 2 | | Resolution | Resolution providing for the issuance of a warrant in favor of Daystar Computer Systems, Inc. in the amount of $13,973.55 in payment for the annual maintenance agreement for the legislative tracking software used by the City Clerk's Office. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1792
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution 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 $2,500 to “Urban Mountain Gathering Place” and by adjusting various other projects. Total cost is not to exceed $1,000,000. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1794
| 1 | | Resolution | Further amending Resolution No. 403, effective June 14, 2000, as amended, 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 6; and providing for the payment of the costs thereof," by adding “Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force” $10,000 and by reducing “District 6 Neighborhood Initiatives” by the same amount. Total cost of all projects not to exceed $1,000,000. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1807
| 1 | | Report | Report of the Committee on Planning, Zoning and Land Use for September 26, 2007. | Read, Received and Filed | Pass |
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2007-1603
| 1 | | Ordinance | Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Zoning Code, Title Nine, Article One, Chapter 902 Section 902.03, Zoning, District Map No. 11 by changing various zoning district classifications in the POLISH HILL 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. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1606
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution approving a Conditional Use exception under the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine, Zoning, Article V, Chapter 911, Section 911.04.A.22 to Regional Industrial Development Corporation on behalf of Almono, LP, owner, for authorization to place up to 1,000,000 cubic yards of fill on property located at 4650 Second Avenue , zoned "GI", General Industrial District, 15th Ward, Council District No. 5. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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2007-1808
| 1 | | Report | Report of the Committee on Housing, Economic Develpment and Promotion for September 26, 2007. | Read, Received and Filed | Pass |
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2007-1793
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution 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 $2,500 to “Urban Mountain Gathering Place” and by adjusting amounts in various other projects in Council District 3.
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2007-1795
| 1 | | Resolution | Resolution 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 “Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force” $10,000 and by reducing “District 6 Neighborhood Initiatives” by the same amount. | Passed Finally | Pass |
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