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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/19/2016 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2016-0046 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize Ms. Judith DeVito and Ms. Florence DeGregorio for their outstanding, longtime commitment to serving the people of Pittsburgh; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare January 20, 2016 to be “Ms. Florence DeGregorio Day” in the City of Pittsburgh; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare January 21, 2016 to be “Ms. Judith DeVito Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
2016-0047 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the 100th anniversary of The Ellis School and commend it for its vital involvement in education, and in the services it provides for our communities; and for proving that, when given equal opportunities to achieve, girls can successfully reach their goals, and inspire others to pursue theirs; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare January 19, 2016 to be “The Ellis School Anniversary Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
2016-0048 1 ProclamationNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does congratulate and thank all those who have contributed their talents and skills towards achieving the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare January 18, 2016 to be “Celebrating Coalitions” Day in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
2016-0049 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend and celebrate the Pittsburgh Summit Against Racism in their 18th year, and wishes to show our support for their initiatives and the great progress for equality that will be made; and, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Saturday, January 23rd 2016 to be “Summit Against Racism Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
2016-0050 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare January 9th to be “Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.)” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
2016-0051 1 ProclamationNOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and congratulate Raye and Harry Coffey on the occasion of their 60th Anniversary; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Friday, January 15, 2016, to be “ HARRY AND RAYE COFFEY DAY ” in the City of Pittsburgh.AdoptedPass Action details
2016-0031 1 ResolutionResolution adopting Plan Revision to the City of Pittsburgh’s Official Sewage Facilities Plan for Drury Inn & Suites, 745 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0032 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of City Planning of the City of Pittsburgh to apply for a grant, execute relevant agreements with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), to receive fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) in relevant grant funds, and to hire a consultant for the amount not to exceed one-hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) in the event the grant is awarded to the City of Pittsburgh. The grant would provide fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) and the 2011 Comprehensive Plan Account would provide the remaining fifty thousand dollars ($50,000).Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0032 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of City Planning of the City of Pittsburgh to apply for a grant, execute relevant agreements with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), to receive fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) in relevant grant funds, and to hire a consultant for the amount not to exceed one-hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) in the event the grant is awarded to the City of Pittsburgh. The grant would provide fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) and the 2011 Comprehensive Plan Account would provide the remaining fifty thousand dollars ($50,000).Waived under Rule 8Pass Action details
2016-0033 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine, Zoning, Article I, Section 902.03 Zoning Map, by changing a certain property known as 5600 Penn Ave, block number 83-N, lot 125 in the Allegheny County Block and Lot System from RP, Residential Planned Unit Development, to AP, Mixed Use Planned Unit Development, and changing a certain property known as Enright Parklet, block number 84-A, lot 176 in the Allegheny County Block and Lot System from R3-M, Residential Three-unit, Moderate Density, to AP, Mixed Use Planned Unit Development. Specific Conditions for approval of this zone change are attached to the Ordinance as Exhibit A.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0034 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine, Zoning Code, Article IV, Chapter 916, Residential Compatibility Standards, Section 916.05, Operating Hours, 916.06, Noise, Chapter 917, Operational Performance Standards, and Article IX, Chapter 926, Definitions, to provide current and more enforceable construction and noise standards for the City of Pittsburgh.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0045 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the City of Pittsburgh (the "City") to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh ("HACP") to serve as Co-Applicant for the purposes of (1) Submitting a FY2015/2016 Choice Neighborhoods Planning and Action Grant Application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") in an amount up to $2,000,000; and (2) authorizing a financial commitment from the City in the amount of $10,000 for the purpose of formulating a Transformation Plan for the Bedford Dwellings/Middle Hill District Neighborhood.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0035 1 OrdinanceOrdinance amending the Pittsburgh City Code, Title Four, Public Places and Property, Article XI: Parks and Playgrounds, Chapter 473: Use Regulations, Section 473.03 Traffic, subsection (e) Bicycles.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0036 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Warrant in the total sum of Two Thousand Fifty-Eight Dollars and Sixty-Five Cents ($2,058.65) to AKF Reporters, Inc., 436 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 for transcription services, charging same to 11101.53.53513.108000.2016.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0037 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Warrant in the total sum of Three Thousand Three Hundred Six Dollars and Ten Cents ($3,306.10) to William J. Miller, Jr., Esq., 106 Rampart Lane, Ligonier, PA 15658 for arbitration services and charging same to 11101.53.53513.108000.2016.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0038 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 C: A: 2021, 2023, & 2027 Tustin, B: 1501, & 1541 Cliff, C: 8408 FrankstownRead and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0039 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 Side Yard Program. ITEMS A through J: A: 743 Bryn Mawr, B: 3203 Brereton, C: 5413½ Carnegie, [D: 6920 Kelly-DELETED], E: 615 Turrett, [F: 7238 Tioga-DELETED], G: 1012 Fairdale, H: 807 Ahlers, I: 33 Semicir, J: 2352 AtmoreRead and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0040 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. ITEMS A through N. A: 508 Wicklow, B: 506 Wicklow, C: 504 Wicklow, D: 5365 Wicklow, E: 505 Wicklow, F: 507 Wicklow, G: 509 Wicklow, H: 514 Fannel, I: 511 Edlam, J: 507 Edlam, K: 509 Edlam, L: 513 Edlam, M: 519 N. Fairmount, N: 468 EnrightRead and referred  Action details
2016-0041 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of Finance to enter, on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh, into a lease agreement or agreements with Murray American Transportation, Inc. in order that it may utilize along the Ohio River near the West End Bridge designated as Block and Lot 7-P-200, for the purposes of mooring and unloading boats, barges, and other watercraft.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0042 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 $70,000.00Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0043 1 ResolutionResolution providing for an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement between the City of Pittsburgh (“City”) and the Borough of Wilkinsburg (“Borough”) for the collection of a portion of the Borough's municipal waste by the City for a term of five (5) years, commencing January 1, 2016, and ending December 31, 2020.Read and referred  Action details Video Video
2016-0044 1 ResolutionCommunication from James L. Good, Executive Director of Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, submitting the Position and Salary Report as of January 1, 2016.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details Video Video
2016-0029 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Public Works for January 13, 2015 with an Affirmative Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2016-0018 1 ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and the Directors of the Department of Parks and Recreation and Public Works to enter into a Three-Party Project Assistance and Payment Agreement between the City Of Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, and D’Appolonia, Engineering Division Of Ground Technologies, Inc. to document the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy’s provision of certain funding for consulting services relating to the Heth’s Run Restoration Project in Highland Park.Passed FinallyPass Action details Video Video
2016-0030 1 ReportReport of the Committee on Human Resources for January 13, 2015 with an Affirmative Recommendation.Read, Received and FiledPass Action details
2016-0011 1 ResolutionResolution providing for a Professional Service Agreement with a vendor for legal services to provide representation to the Human Relations Commission in special matters, including pending litigation, as well as any ensuing litigation arising therefrom, in an amount not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00).Passed FinallyPass Action details Video Video