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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/7/2010 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2010-1191 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend and celebrate the outstanding achievements of Alberto Adam Altshuler, congratulates him on his advancement to the rank of Eagle Scout, and does declare December 11, 2010, to be “Alberto Adam Altshuler Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1192 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the innovative and creative talents of Gregg Gillis and thanks him for continuing to make his home in Pittsburgh; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare December 7, 2010 “Gregg Gillis Day” in the City of Pittsburgh. AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1193 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend Amnesty International USA Local Group 39 for its remarkable work to promote human rights and supports the Write-a Thon and Candle Lighting on December 9. and, AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1194 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh staff, board, and coalition group members for their efforts to provide positive role models and programming to young people in the Pittsburgh region; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare December 20, 2010 “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh Day” in the City of Pittsburgh. AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1195 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend the Pittsburgh Urban Magnet Project and the work they do in giving young and young-thinking people a voice in our community; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Tuesday, December 7, 2010, to be “PUMP Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1196 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend players, coaches, parents and fans that make up the 2010 SSYFL Champion Brookline Knights and the glory they have brought through their hard work, dedication and sportsmanship to the City of Pittsburgh. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh proclaims that Tuesday, December 7, 2010 be hereby declared the Brookline Knights Day in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1197 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend the South Brook Titans Boys Volleyball Team for their drive, energy, and teamwork, and congratulates them on their achievements as the and 2009 and 2010 City Champions in the City of Pittsburgh. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Pittsburgh does hereby proclaim Tuesday, December 7, 2010 “South Brook Titans Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1198 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend the South Brook Titans Girls Softball Team for their drive, energy, and teamwork, and congratulates them on their achievement on the diamond as the 2010 City League Champions in the City of Pittsburgh. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Pittsburgh does hereby proclaim Tuesday, December 7, 2010 “South Brook Titans Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1199 1 ProclamationNow, Therefore, be it resolved, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the POISE Foundation and all of its members assisting the Pittsburgh Region's Black community, its passion for humanity and dedication to improving the overall quality of life; and Be It Further Resolved, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby proclaim Thursday, December 9, 2010 as the “POISE Foundation 30th Anniversary” day in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1200 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby express our heartiest congratulations to Collin Louis DeWitt on the celebration of his Bar Mitzvah, and extends to this fine citizen our very best wishes for his continuing spiritual fulfillment and future success. Mazel Tov! AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1201 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh congratulate Rick Sebak on receiving the prestigious David L. Lawrence Public Service Award for excellence in Community Service and Leadership from Amen Corner; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh thanks Rick Sebak for his years of making Pittsburgh and other locales so exciting and does hereby declare Thursday, December 9, 2010, to be “Rick Sebak Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1202 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends Ray Amelio for his hard work and commitment to Amen Corner and does hereby declare Thursday, December 9, 2010 to be “Ray Amelio Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1203 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does, hereby, commend all of those who gave their time to learn about the valuable work that the officers of the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police do for the visitors and residents of America's Most Livable City. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Wednesday, December 8, 2010, Citizen's Police Academy Class 2010-02 Day in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1204 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend the Jewish Residential Services for their extraordinary efforts to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and congratulates Jewish Residential Services as it celebrates its Hanukkah Open House. AdoptedPass Action details
2010-1190 1 ResolutionResolution approving the form of the Lease Agreement between the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and Eat 'N Park Hospitality Group, Inc. for the operation of a restaurant in Schenley Plaza. Read and referred  Action details
2010-1181 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Two, Fiscal; Article IX, Property Taxes; Chapter 263, Real Property Tax and Exemption, Section 263.01, Levy and Rate on Lands and Buildings, by fixing the rate of taxation effective as of January 1, 2011.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1182 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Two, Fiscal, Article VII, Business Related Taxes, Chapter 246, Home Rule Tax, by fixing the rate of interest on certain delinquent Earned Income Taxes for [2010] 2011.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1183 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Two, Fiscal, Article VII, Business Related Taxes, Chapter 245, Earned Income Tax, by fixing the rate of interest on certain delinquent Earned Income Tax for [2010] 2011.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1184 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 through K. A: 6812 Simonton; B: 14 Forrester; C: 5313 Second; D: 2307 Spring; E: 2931 Mary; F: 733 McClain; G: 934 Manton; H: 1531 Belasco; I: 1301 Voskamp; (DELETED J: 3411 Reuben).Read and referred  Action details
2010-1185 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. ITEMS A through C. A: 120 N. Evaline; B: 5034 Ampere; C: 6821 & 6823 McPherson. Read and referred  Action details
2010-1186 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 through M. A: 4245 Gladstone; B: 4545 Chatsworth; C: 115 Kenova; D: 425 Sweetbriar; E: 814 Walbridge; F: 2529 Tole; G: 1318 & 1320 Sigel; H: 1324 Sigel; I: 828 Suismon; J: 1812 Rhine; (DELETED K: 1416 Claim); L: 938 Oranmore; M: 4434 Coleridge.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1187 1 ResolutionResolution making Appropriations to pay the expenses of conducting the Public Business of the City of Pittsburgh and for meeting the debt charges thereof for the Fiscal Year, beginning January 1, 2011.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1188 1 ResolutionResolution fixing the number of officers and employees of the City of Pittsburgh, and the rate of compensation thereof, and setting minimum levels for designated positions.Read and referred  Action details
2010-1177 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Finance and Law for December 1, 2010 with an Affirmative Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2010-1140 1 OrdinanceOrdinance supplementing the Pittsburgh Code, Title I-Administrative, Article VII, Procedures, Chapter 161-Contracts, by adding a new section 161.40 entitled, Veteran-Owned Small Business.RECOMMITTEDPass Action details
2010-1097 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: 1538 Hubbard. (A) Norman Burns and Patricia Burns PURCHASE PRICE: $250.00 Side Yard and Garage LOT: 51.55 X 101.19 LOCATION: 1538 Hubbard Street ACQUIRED: July 11, 2002 / TS# 334 WARD: 27 BLOCK & LOT: 75-G-311 COUNCIL DISTRICT # 1Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1136 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the City of Pittsburgh to enter into an agreement with the Pittsburgh Foundation to document a voluntary commitment from community nonprofit organizations to provide financial assistance to the City for the years 2010 and 2011. Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1137 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the issuance of a warrant in favor of the Richard S. Caliguiri Amyloidosis Foundation in an amount not to exceed fourteen thousand dollars, in connection with the 2010 Great Race in the Department of Parks and Recreation, without previous authority of law; and providing for the payment thereof.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1139 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a professional services agreement or agreements or existing agreements for consulting services, but not limited to auditing, accounting, and technical services for the City Controller's Office at a cost not to exceed $7,000.00.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1178 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Public Works for December 1, 2010 with an Affirmative Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2010-1138 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh City Code, Title IV, Public Places and Property, Article I: Public Rights of Way, Chapter 416: Obstructions by temporarily amending the current regulations during the NHL Winter Classic Activity Period.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1179 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Human Resources for December 1, 2010 with an Affirmatiave Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2010-1048 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a professional service agreement or agreements with Aon Consulting for the purpose of health and welfare benefits consulting and related support services. Cost not to exceed $980,000.00 over four years.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1180 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development for December 1, 2010 with an Affirmative Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2010-0870 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine, Zoning, Article I, Section 902.03 Zoning Map, by changing from RM-H, Residential Multi-Unit, High Density District, to RM-VH, Residential Multi-Unit, Very High Density District, certain property identified as Block No. 52-J, Lots No. 114 and 116 in the Allegheny County Block and Lot System; 14th Ward.Passed FinallyPass Action details
2010-1205 1 Will of CouncilWHEREAS, in 1948, M. Graham Netting, former director of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, explored the wilds of Western Pennsylvania in search of an unspoiled, pristine place to establish a biological field station for scientists to study the natural environment; and,AdoptedPass Action details