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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/14/2006 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2006-0119 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend this year's retirees for their dedication and commitment to protecting and serving the people of the City of Pittsburgh; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Friday, February 17, 2006, to be "Fraternal Order of Police Fort Pitt Lodge # 1 Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0120 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, recognizes and commends the Department of Public Safety, the Allegheny County Sheriff's Department, the Pennsylvania State Police and all who worked to ensure the safety of the residents of our City.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0121 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, recognizes and commends LaKeisha "KiKi" Brown for being a positive role model to the young men and women in the community.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0122 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby acknowledges and commends Rachel Salinetro for her compassion and dedication to helping others and for inspiring her fellow peers to do the same.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0123 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh Congratulates Mrs. Edith Henderson on winning the Jefferson Award and thanks her for her untiring commitment and dedication to the students and faculty of. Langley High School.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0124 1 ProclamationNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh acknowledges and commends the work and accomplishments of Gino Chiodo, Emilio Cornacchione and staff of Izzazu International Salon; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby proclaim Tuesday, February 14, 2006 as "Izzazu Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0125 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System for their recognition of the veterans who are cared for at VA Medical Centers across the nation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the week of February 13 through 19, 2006 be hereby declared "National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week" in the City of Pittsburgh. AdoptedPass Action details
2006-0126 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, recognizes and commends the Greater Pittsburgh Council Boy Scouts of America for their efforts and awareness of the challenges that that we face in order to produce successful young men and women that benefit the commonwealth of our community.Adopted  Action details
2006-0085 1 ResolutionResolution providing for the closing of the Asphalt Reimbursement Trust Fund (Fund 8710), and for the creation of the Public Works Reimbursement Trust Fund, and providing for the deposit and expenditure of reimbursements received from other Governmental agencies, for Public Works related activities.Read and referred  Action details
2006-0086 1 ResolutionResolution providing for an Agreement or Agreements for the grant of occupancy and access agreements with the Borough of Millvale for the purpose of right to construct a pedestrian trail bridge on Washington's Landing on the Southern end. Read and referred  Action details
2006-0087 1 ResolutionResolution 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 $1,400,000 for the Lawrenceville project. (Council District No. 7)Read and referred  Action details
2006-0088 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing a Cooperation Agreement or Agreements with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh in connection with URA's application for a $1,400,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for the Lawrenceville project. (Council District No. 7)Read and referred  Action details
2006-0089 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing a Cooperation Agreement or Agreements with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh and providing for the transfer to URA of $141,204.30 for the Hot Metal Bridge project. (Council Districts 3 and 6).Read and referred  Action details
2006-0090 1 ResolutionResolution approving Execution of a Contract for Disposition by Sale of Land by and between the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh and S & A Homes, Inc., or an entity to be formed, for the Sale of Disposition Parcels 17, 18 and 19 in Redevelopment Area No. 51, in the 25th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh - Council District No.6 (Federal Hill residential construction).Read and referred  Action details
2006-0117 1 ResolutionAmending and supplementing Resolution No. 762, effective January 1, 2006, as amended, entitled: "Adopting and approving the 2006 Capital Budget and the 2006 Community Development Block Grant Program; and approving the 2006 through 2011 Capital Improvement Program, by adjusting various line items in conformance with the Federal Government's reduction in the City of Pittsburgh 2006 Community Development Block Grant Program allocation, by reducing the total allocation by $2,336,655. Read and referred  Action details
2006-0118 1 ResolutionResolution Amending and supplementing Resolution No. 762, effective January 1, 2006, as amended, entitled: "Adopting and approving the 2006 Capital Budget and the 2006 Community Development Block Grant Program; and approving the 2006 through 2011 Capital Improvement Program, by adjusting various line items in conformance with the Federal Government's changes in funding the HOME, HOPWA, ADDI and Emergency Shelter Grant Programs in the City of Pittsburgh 2006 Capital Budget and the 2006 Community Development Block Grant Program. Read and referred  Action details
2006-0081 1 ResolutionResolution 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 T. A: 30 Magdalene; B: 7504 Tioga; C: 5420 Broad; D: 26 Monastery; E: 1123 Newcomer; F: 5078 Rosecrest; G: 2316 Fairland; H: McCartney; I: 1456-58 Harlow; J: 2346 Bedford; K: 7014 Mt. Vernon; L: 5624 Jackson; M: 919 Chestnut; N: 18 Kosciusko; O: 6427 Dean; P: 310 Darsie; Q: 159 ½ 42nd; R: 3405 Iowa; S: 3980 Beechwood; T: 314 Darsie. Read and referred  Action details
2006-0082 1 ResolutionResolution 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. ITEM A. A: 838, 840 and 842 Peralta. Read and referred  Action details
2006-0083 1 ResolutionResolution 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. ITEM A. A: 1321 Adams.Read and referred  Action details
2006-0084 1 ResolutionResolution 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 thru B. A: 18 Monastery; B: 721 Glenside.Read and referred  Action details
2006-0091 1 ResolutionRequesting the approval of an inter-municipal transfer of a restaurant liquor license, License No. R-18761, which rescinds approval of Resolution No. 650 of 2002, from Freddy's Restaurant and Lounge, Inc., secured creditor National Builders and Acceptance Corp. c/o Liquor Control Board, to Applicant, Fratelli's Pizzeria and Company, c/o Rosina Sciulli, 12 Virgila Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, for premises at 109-111 Market Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, known as MILANO'S PIZZA, pursuant to amended Pennsylvania Liquor Code, §4-461. (Presented by Mr. Shields and Ms. Carlisle) Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2006-0091 1 ResolutionRequesting the approval of an inter-municipal transfer of a restaurant liquor license, License No. R-18761, which rescinds approval of Resolution No. 650 of 2002, from Freddy's Restaurant and Lounge, Inc., secured creditor National Builders and Acceptance Corp. c/o Liquor Control Board, to Applicant, Fratelli's Pizzeria and Company, c/o Rosina Sciulli, 12 Virgila Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, for premises at 109-111 Market Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, known as MILANO'S PIZZA, pursuant to amended Pennsylvania Liquor Code, §4-461. (Presented by Mr. Shields and Ms. Carlisle) Read and referredPass Action details
2006-0116 1 Resolution(Ordinance) Resolution petitioning the Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development ("DCED") to make a determination that the conditions which led to the earlier determination of municipal financial distress municipality are no longer applicable and to terminate the City of Pittsburgh's distressed status pursuant to Section 253 of the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act ("Act 47"), Act of July 10, 1987, No. 47, 53 P.S. 11701.253.Read and referred  Action details
2006-0092 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the Re-appointment of Thelma Lovette as a Member of the Planning Commission. Ms. Lovette is a current member of the Planning Commission, whose original term expired in January, 1998. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, her Re-appointment shall now officially extend until January 2, 2010.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0093 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the Re-appointment of E. Paul Dick as a Member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Dick is a current member of the Planning Commission, whose original term expired in January 31, 2006. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, his Re-appointment shall now officially extend until January 2, 2010.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0094 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Wrenna Watson as a Member of the Planning Commission. Ms. Watson shall succeed Thomas W. Armstrong. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Ms. Watson's term shall extend until January 2, 2008.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0095 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Barbara Ernsberger as a Member of the Planning Commission. Ms. Ernsberger shall succeed John F. Doherty. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Ms. Ernsberger's term shall extend to January 2, 2008.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0096 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Barbara K. Mistick as a Member of the Planning Commission. Ms. Mistick shall succeed John Martine. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Ms. Mistick's term shall extend to January 2, 2012.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0097 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Monte Rabner as a Member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Rabner shall succeed Claudette Lewis. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Mr. Rabner's term shall extend to January 2, 2012.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0098 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Todd E. Reidbord as a Member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Reidbord shall succeed Jeffrey W. Letwin. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Mr. Reidbord's term shall extend to January 2, 2010.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0099 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Kyra Straussman as a Member of the Planning Commission. Ms. Straussman shall succeed Clifford Levine. In order to realign Planning Commission positions with the requirements of staggered terms per Section 923.01A of the City Code, Ms. Straussman's term shall extend to January 2, 2008.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0100 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Alice B. Mitinger as a Member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, effective March 1, 2006. Ms. Mitinger shall fill the unexpired term held by Regis D. Murrin, which term shall expire December 31, 2008.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0101 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Wrenna L. Watson as a Member of the Zoning Board of Adjustments, effective March 1, 2006. Ms. Watson shall fill the unexpired term held by Cliford Levine, which term shall expire December 31, 2007.Referred for Interview  Action details
2006-0102 1 Appointment-Requiring VoteResolution authorizing the appointment of Dennis Regan as a Member of the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire October 31, 2010. Mr. Regan is appointed to fill the seat formerly held by Gerald Voros, whose term expired on October 31, 2005.Held, Pending Interview  Action details
2006-0103 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of the Honorable Twanda D. Carlisle, to serve as the Mayor's representative to the Carnegie Library Board of Trustees. Ms. Carlisle succeeds Mr. David Caliguiri, who was the former Mayor's representative.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0104 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of the Honorable Luke Ravenstahl as a Member of the Sports and Exhibition Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire December 31, 2010. Mr. Ravenstahl is succeeding the Honorable Leonard J. Bodack, Jr. who term expired on December 31, 2005. (Note amending Bill 0051 of 2004 to correct term expiration).Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0105 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of the State Senator Wayne D. Fontana, as a Member of the Sports and Exhibition Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire December 31, 2010. Senator Fontana is appointed to fill the seat formerly held by Representative Paul Costa, who term expired on December 31, 2005.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0106 1 Appointment-InformingResolution amending Resolution 766 of 2005 informing Council of the appointment of Anthony J. Ross to serve as a member of the Sports and Exhibition Authority. Mr. Ross shall succeed Mark J. Schneider and fill the unexpired term ending on December 31, 2007Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0107 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Debbie M. Lestitian, CPA, Esquire, as a Member of the Stadium Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. Ms. Lestitian is appointed to fill the unexpired term of Mark C. Schneider, which term shall expire on December 31, 2007.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0108 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Daniel J. Deasy as a member of the Public Parking Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. Mr. Deasy shall fill the unexpired term of the Honorable Eugene Ricciardi, which term expires on January 31, 2007.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0109 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Yarone S. Zober, Esquire, as a member of the Public Parking Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. Mr. Zober shall fill the unexpired term of Judith Dyda, which term shall expire on April 30, 2009.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0110 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Michael S. Jasper, as a member of the Public Parking Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. Mr. Jasper shall fill the unexpired term of Anthony J. Ross, which term shall expire on April 30, 2008.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0111 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Linda Judson, as a member of the Public Parking Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. Ms. Judson shall fill the unexpired term of Nancy L. Ross-Davis, which term shall expire on April 30, 2009. Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0112 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Bobbi Jo Leber, as a member of the Urban Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire December 2, 2010. Ms. Leber is appointed to fill the seat formerly held by Tom Cox, whose term expired on December 2, 2005.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0113 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of William C. Rudolph, as a member of the Urban Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire December 2, 2008. Mr. Rudolph will fill the unexpired term of David Epperson, who has resigned his position.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0114 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of Senator James Ferlo, as a member of the Urban Redevelopment Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, for a term to expire December 2, 2007. Senator Ferlo will fill the unexpired term of State Representative Dan Frankel, who resigned his position effective January 31, 2006.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0115 1 Appointment-InformingResolution informing Council of the appointment of the Robert Jones, as a member of the Allegheny Regional Asset District Board. Mr. Jones shall serve a term coinciding with the term of Mayor Bob O'Connor. Mr. Jones shall succeed Gerald Voros, whose term expired on December 31, 2005.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0079 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Finance and Budget for February 8, 2006.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0063 1 ResolutionResolution amending Resolution No. 787 effective December 31, 2005 which states, Providing for the issuance of a $475,000.00 warrant in favor of Donald Wei individually and on behalf of the persons entitled to share in the estate of Evelyn Wei, deceased, c/o John P. Gismondi, Esquire, 310 Grant Street, Suite 700 Grant Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, in settlement of a lawsuit filed at GD 04-022533 in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania to decrease the amount payable to $365,960.00.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2006-0064 1 ResolutionResolution providing for the issuance of a $109,040.00 warrant in favor of Donald Wei individually and on behalf of the persons entitled to share in the estate of Evelyn Wei, deceased, c/o John P. Gismondi, Esquire, 310 Grant Street, Suite 700 Grant Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, in final settlement of a lawsuit filed at GD 04-022533 in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2006-0080 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Public Works and Environmental Services for February 8, 2006.Read, Received and Filed  Action details
2006-0054 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Contract or Contracts, or the use of existing Contracts for the purchase of various vehicles, related accessories, and various equipment for the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Environmental Services, and providing for the payment thereof, at a cost not to exceed $85,784.00.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2006-0055 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a three-party cooperation, reimbursement, and maintenance agreement or agreements by and among the City of Pittsburgh, the Stadium Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (the “Stadium Authority”), and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, in connection with the North Shore HOV entrance modification project.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2006-0056 1 ResolutionResolution accepting the location of proposed right-of-way for modifications to the HOV entrance at Reedsdale Street and Mazeroski Way on the North Shore, in the 22nd Ward, 6th Council District of the City of Pittsburgh. Passed FinallyPass Action details