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Meeting Name: County Council Agenda status: Approved
Meeting date/time: 3/4/2008 5:00 PM Minutes status: Approved  
Meeting location: Regular Meeting, Fourth Floor, Gold Room
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
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3797-08 1 Proclamation paying tribute to the life and legacy of Pittsburgh Steelers broadcasting legend Myron Cope. ProclamationProclamation paying tribute to the life and legacy of Pittsburgh Steelers broadcasting legend Myron Cope.Read  Action details Not available
3799-08 1 Proclamation recognizing Fox Chapel Area High School students Julia Hazlet, Doug Weisband, and Kevin Pflumm for their efforts in pushing Pennsylvania lawmakers to allow 17-year-olds to vote in the primary elections. ProclamationProclamation recognizing Fox Chapel Area High School students Julia Hazlet, Doug Weisband, and Kevin Pflumm for their efforts in pushing Pennsylvania lawmakers to allow 17-year-olds to vote in the primary elections.Presented  Action details Not available
3800-08 1 Proclamation recognizing Raymond “Ray” Petrick as he retires from his 30-year career as a Lieutenant with the North Fayette Volunteer Fire Department. ProclamationProclamation recognizing Raymond "Ray" Petrick as he retires from his 30-year career as a Lieutenant with the North Fayette Volunteer Fire Department.Presented  Action details Not available
3801-08 1 Proclamation commending John Zelen, former state police officer and detective with the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office, for his successful career in law enforcement that spanned more than 40 years. ProclamationProclamation commending John Zelen, former state police officer and detective with the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office, for his successful career in law enforcement that spanned more than 40 years.Presented  Action details Not available
3813-08 1 Proclamation honoring the late Edward Fetcho, a veteran Allegheny County emergency dispatcher who, along with his wife Jane, passed away on February 22, 2008. ProclamationProclamation honoring the late Edward Fetcho, a veteran Allegheny County emergency dispatcher who, along with his wife Jane, passed away on February 22, 2008.Presented  Action details Not available
3817-08 1 Proclamation recognizing the highest-ranked Pittsburgh-area professional boxer, Monty Meza-Clay, for being a champion both in the ring and in his Rankin community.ProclamationProclamation recognizing the highest-ranked Pittsburgh-area professional boxer, Monty Meza-Clay, for being a champion both in the ring and in his Rankin community.Presented  Action details Not available
3802-08 1 Proclamation recognizing the South Park Historical Society's Green Project, which seeks to help the environment by replacing plastic shopping bags with reusable canvas bags throughout the South Park area. ProclamationProclamation recognizing the South Park Historical Society's Green Project, which seeks to help the environment by replacing plastic shopping bags with reusable canvas bags throughout the South Park area.Read  Action details Not available
3803-08 1 Proclamation congratulating the Clairton Volunteer Fire Department for being named the 2008 Organization of the Year by the Clairton Chamber of Commerce. ProclamationProclamation congratulating the Clairton Volunteer Fire Department for being named the 2008 Organization of the Year by the Clairton Chamber of Commerce.Read  Action details Not available
3804-08 1 Certificates of Achievement recognizing BSA Troop 215 Scouts Derek Dmitrzak, Brian Walsh, and Steven Miller for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. ProclamationCertificates of Achievement recognizing BSA Troop 215 Scouts Derek Dmitrzak, Brian Walsh, and Steven Miller for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.Read  Action details Not available
3805-08 1 Certificate of Recognition celebrating Tumac's Covers' 50th anniversary in business. ProclamationCertificate of Recognition celebrating Tumac's Covers' 50th anniversary in business.Read  Action details Not available
3806-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing BSA Troop 368's William Douglas Samo for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing BSA Troop 368's William Douglas Samo for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.Read  Action details Not available
3807-08 1 Proclamation celebrating the 150th anniversary of Fawn Township. ProclamationProclamation celebrating the 150th anniversary of Fawn Township.Read  Action details Not available
3808-08 1 Proclamation recognizing Steve Orosz for his long history of public service in Chalfant. ProclamationProclamation recognizing Steve Orosz for his long history of public service in Chalfant.Read  Action details Not available
3809-08 1 Proclamation congratulating Wanda Ivanco for being named Citizen of the Year 2008 by the Penn Hills Progress. ProclamationProclamation congratulating Wanda Ivanco for being named Citizen of the Year 2008 by the Penn Hills Progress.Read  Action details Not available
3810-08 1 Proclamation naming March 13, 2008 “World Kidney Day” in Allegheny County. ProclamationProclamation naming March 13, 2008 “World Kidney Day” in Allegheny County.Read  Action details Not available
3811-08 1 Certificates of Recognition honoring outgoing Presidents of the Allegheny County Chiefs of Police Association, Chief George Polnar (2006) and Chief John Mackey (2007). ProclamationCertificates of Recognition honoring outgoing Presidents of the Allegheny County Chiefs of Police Association, Chief George Polnar (2006) and Chief John Mackey (2007).Read  Action details Not available
3790-08 1 Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of County Council held on January 15, 2008Floor MotionMotion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of County Council held on January 15, 2008PassedPass Action details Not available
3767-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Jeff McGreary to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Jeff McGreary to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3768-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of John Montgomery to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of John Montgomery to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3769-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Anita Gallagher to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Anita Gallagher to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3770-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Elaine Davis to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Elaine Davis to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3771-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Patrick Kopnicky to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Patrick Kopnicky to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3772-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Mardelle Kopnicky to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Mardelle Kopnicky to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3773-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Cynthia Maleski to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Cynthia Maleski to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3774-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Tom Nehrer to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Tom Nehrer to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3775-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Susan Vertosick to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Susan Vertosick to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Harrison Hills Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3776-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Mary McMasters to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Mary McMasters to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3777-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Nancy Mills to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Nancy Mills to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3778-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Janice Vinci to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Janice Vinci to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3779-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Lawrence Lennon, P.E. to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Lawrence Lennon, P.E. to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3780-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Roger Horgan to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Roger Horgan to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Settler's Cabin Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3781-08 1 Appointment - Approving the appointment of Bob Kopler to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the appointment of Bob Kopler to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3782-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Charlene Campbell to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Charlene Campbell to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood Acres) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3783-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Angie Kazmeraski to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Angie Kazmeraski to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3784-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Sally Foster to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Sally Foster to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Hartwood Acres) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3785-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Gerard J. Aufman, Jr. to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Gerard J. Aufman, Jr. to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (North Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3786-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Joe Catanese to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Joe Catanese to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3787-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Richard J. Mackey to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Richard J. Mackey to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3788-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Paul Dernto serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Paul Dern to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Boyce Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3789-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Michelle "Mickey" Trapolsi Underwood to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (South Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Michelle "Mickey" Trapolsi Underwood to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (South Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3791-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Rachel Sack to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Rachel Sack to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3792-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Sam Sack to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Sam Sack to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (Deer Lakes Park) for a term to expire on March 4, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3734-08 1 An Ordinance amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 1, entitled "Administrative Code," through the creation of a new Article 705, entitled "Naming Rights," in order to establish uniform County policies for the disposiOrdinanceAn Ordinance amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 1, entitled "Administrative Code," through the creation of a new Article 705, entitled "Naming Rights," in order to establish uniform County policies for the disposition of naming rights relative to County property.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3763-08 1 An Ordinance amending the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," Chapter 475, entitled "Taxation," Section 475-50.1, entitled "Homestead status reevaluation schedule," in order to clarify the ability of the Allegheny CountyOrdinanceAn Ordinance amending the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," Chapter 475, entitled "Taxation," Section 475-50.1, entitled "Homestead status reevaluation schedule," in order to clarify the ability of the Allegheny County Controller to provide information to the Chief Assessment Officer regarding properties which are partially exempted from taxation due to application of the homestead exemption under the terms of the Homestead Property Exclusion Program Act (Act 50 of 1998, 53 P.S. §8581 et. seq.).Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3758-08 1 A Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #03-08).ResolutionA Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #03-08).Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3716-08 1 An Ordinance Of The County Of Allegheny, Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Authorizing The Chief Executive To Execute A Deed Conveying The County Of Allegheny's Interest In A Parcel To Wall Borough.OrdinanceAn Ordinance Of The County Of Allegheny, Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Authorizing The Chief Executive To Execute A Deed Conveying The County Of Allegheny's Interest In A Parcel To Wall Borough.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3752-08 1 A Resolution approving a project for the benefit of the Pauline Auberle Foundation (the “Foundation”) to be financed by the Authority for Improvements in Municipalities by the issuance of a Note(s) through the Authority, in an aggregate principal amount nResolutionA Resolution approving a project for the benefit of the Pauline Auberle Foundation (the “Foundation”) to be financed by the Authority for Improvements in Municipalities by the issuance of a Note(s) through the Authority, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,000,000, provided that the taxing power of the County of Allegheny, Pennsylvania, shall not be obligated in any way with respect to the Note, and determining that the purpose of the financing will be to benefit the health and welfare of the citizens of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3755-08 1 A Resolution approving a Project for the benefit of Point Park University (the “University”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Higher Education Building Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued in one orResolutionA Resolution approving a Project for the benefit of Point Park University (the “University”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Higher Education Building Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued in one or more series, in the aggregate principal amount not in excess of $35,000,000, provided that the taxing power of the County of Allegheny, Pennsylvania, shall not be obligated in any way with respect to the Bonds (hereinafter defined), and determining that the purpose of the financing will be to benefit the health and welfare of the citizens of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3746-08 1 An Ordinance of the County of Allegheny amending Article XXI of the Allegheny County Health Department's Rules and Regulations, “Air Pollution Control Regulations and Addition to State Implementation Plan, modifying Section 2104.02, which will change theOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the County of Allegheny amending Article XXI of the Allegheny County Health Department's Rules and Regulations, “Air Pollution Control Regulations and Addition to State Implementation Plan, modifying Section 2104.02, which will change the particulate emissions limitations for the US Steel Clairton Works' Coke Screening #3 process.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3794-08 1 An Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," by the creation of a new Article 490 entitled "Financing Fees," in order to establiOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," by the creation of a new Article 490 entitled "Financing Fees," in order to establish a process for reviewing the County's fees for certain financing activities.Referred  Action details Not available
3795-08 1 An Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the transfer of the County Bureau of Weights and Measures as an office under the County Chief Executive (“Chief Executive”) to an office within and under the purview of theOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the transfer of the County Bureau of Weights and Measures as an office under the County Chief Executive (“Chief Executive”) to an office within and under the purview of the Office of the County Controller (“Controller”).Referred  Action details Not available
3796-08 1 A Resolution Approving a Project for the benefit of Carnegie Mellon University (the “University”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Higher Education Building Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued in onResolutionA Resolution Approving a Project for the benefit of Carnegie Mellon University (the “University”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Higher Education Building Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued in one or more series, in the aggregate principal amount not to exceed $135,000,000 including required reserves (if any) and costs of issuance, provided that the taxing power of the County of Allegheny , Pennsylvania, shall not be obligated in any way with respect to the Bonds (hereinafter defined), and determining that the purpose of the financing will be to benefit the health and welfare of the citizens of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Referred  Action details Not available
3798-08 1 A Resolution approving a Project for the benefit of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (“UPMC”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued inResolutionA Resolution approving a Project for the benefit of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (“UPMC”) to be financed by the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonds, to be issued in one or more series, in the aggregate principal amount not in excess of $500,000,000, provided that the taxing power of the County of Allegheny, Pennsylvania, shall not be obligated in any way with respect to the Bonds (hereinafter defined), and determining that the purpose of the financing will be to benefit the health and welfare of the citizens of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
3818-08 1 An Ordinance amending Chapter 215 of the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, entitled "Boards, Commissions and Committees," Article III, entitled "Council of Friends," §215-11, entitled "Membership; terms of office," in order to expand representation on OrdinanceAn Ordinance amending Chapter 215 of the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, entitled "Boards, Commissions and Committees," Article III, entitled "Council of Friends," §215-11, entitled "Membership; terms of office," in order to expand representation on the Council of Friends organizations for each of the nine County parks.Referred  Action details Not available
3819-08 1 An Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," through the creation of a new Chapter 480, entitled "Essential Services and Tax ExeOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the County of Allegheny, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, amending and supplementing the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances, Division 4, entitled "Finances," through the creation of a new Chapter 480, entitled "Essential Services and Tax Exempt Verification Certification," in order to provide for a tax exempt certification and essential services fee for certain properties within the County for which an exemption from the real property tax is claimed.Referred  Action details Not available
3814-08 1 Motion of the Council of Allegheny County directing Council's solicitor to file suit against the Allegheny County Airport Authority in order to determine the appropriate disposition of the proceeds from the sale of certain U.S. Airways stock by the AuthorMotionMotion of the Council of Allegheny County directing Council's solicitor to file suit against the Allegheny County Airport Authority in order to determine the appropriate disposition of the proceeds from the sale of certain U.S. Airways stock by the Authority.Referred  Action details Not available
3815-08 1 Motion of the Council of Allegheny County authorizing the Committee on Economic Development and Housing to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to Article II.G. of the Rules of Allegheny County Council on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, beginning at 5 p.m. in theMotionMotion of the Council of Allegheny County authorizing the Committee on Economic Development and Housing to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to Article II.G. of the Rules of Allegheny County Council on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Gold Room of the Allegheny County Courthouse. Council President Rich Fitzgerald or his designee will serve as the presiding officer.Amended and Passed as AmendedPass Action details Not available
3816-08 1 Motion Expressing the Sense of the Council of Allegheny County regarding continued deliberation on and discussion of Bill No. 3663-08, treating the proposed County Essential Services Fee.MotionMotion Expressing the Sense of the Council of Allegheny County regarding continued deliberation on and discussion of Bill No. 3663-08, treating the proposed County Essential Services Fee.Referred  Action details Not available
3793-08 1 Communication from County Manager Jim Flynn submitting a summary of Executive Actions relating to contracts for the months of December 2007 and January 2008.CommunicationCommunication from County Manager Jim Flynn submitting a summary of Executive Actions relating to contracts for the months of December 2007 and January 2008.Received and FiledPass Action details Not available