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Meeting Name: County Council Agenda status: Approved
Meeting date/time: 6/17/2008 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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4102-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing Paul Lutty, III for winning the nationwide Stephen Arnold Egyptian History Contest.ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing Paul Lutty, III for winning the nationwide Stephen Arnold Egyptian History Contest. Presented  Action details Not available
4103-08 1 Certificate of Recognition commending Michael Bartoldi for his efforts to raise money to help local elementary students afflicted with autism.ProclamationCertificate of Recognition commending Michael Bartoldi for his efforts to raise money to help local elementary students afflicted with autism. Presented  Action details Not available
4104-08 1 Proclamation congratulating Chip Ganassi on his Indy 500 win and declaring Tuesday, June 17, 2008 “Chip Ganassi and the Ganassi Racing Team Day” in Allegheny County.ProclamationProclamation congratulating Chip Ganassi on his Indy 500 win and declaring Tuesday, June 17, 2008 "Chip Ganassi and the Ganassi Racing Team Day" in Allegheny County. Presented  Action details Not available
4105-08 1 Certificates of Achievement recognizing Julie Tambellini and Becky Dalton for winning first place at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Region VII Science Fair. ProclamationCertificates of Achievement recognizing Julie Tambellini and Becky Dalton for winning first place at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Region VII Science Fair. Presented  Action details Not available
4106-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Springdale Junior-Senior High School Girls' Track and Field Team members Laura Gajdosik, Stephanie King, Brittany Loveland and Alexa Sarsfield for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship in the 1,600-meter rProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Springdale Junior-Senior High School Girls' Track and Field Team members Laura Gajdosik, Stephanie King, Brittany Loveland and Alexa Sarsfield for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship in the 1,600-meter relay. Presented  Action details Not available
4107-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Springdale Junior-Senior High School Girls' Track and Field Team member Alexa Sarsfield for winning the 2008 WPIAL and PIAA Class AA Championships in the 400-meter dash. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Springdale Junior-Senior High School Girls' Track and Field Team member Alexa Sarsfield for winning the 2008 WPIAL and PIAA Class AA Championships in the 400-meter dash.Presented  Action details Not available
4108-08 1 Certificates of Achievement recognizing the following individuals for earning the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) 2008 academic scholarships: Michael Lovely, Maria Costanza, Courtney Thompkins, April AustiProclamationCertificates of Achievement recognizing the following individuals for earning the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) 2008 academic scholarships: Michael Lovely, Maria Costanza, Courtney Thompkins, April Austin, Heather Epps, and Jacob Volpe.Presented  Action details Not available
4109-08 1 Proclamation recognizing North Catholic High School for winning the 2008 Gene Kelly Award for Best Direction. ProclamationProclamation recognizing North Catholic High School for winning the 2008 Gene Kelly Award for Best Direction.Presented  Action details Not available
4110-08 1 Proclamation honoring the life and legacy of humanitarian and former Pittsburgh Steeler Dwight White. ProclamationProclamation honoring the life and legacy of humanitarian and former Pittsburgh Steeler Dwight White.Presented  Action details Not available
4111-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing Allegheny County Council Member Michael Finnerty for hitting a hole-in-one at the South Park Golf Course.ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing Allegheny County Council Member Michael Finnerty for hitting a hole-in-one at the South Park Golf Course.Presented  Action details Not available
4112-08 1 Proclamation recognizing former Allegheny County Council District 13 Representative Brenda Frazier for her years of dedicated service to the residents of Allegheny CountyProclamationProclamation recognizing former Allegheny County Council District 13 Representative Brenda Frazier for her years of dedicated service to the residents of Allegheny CountyPresented  Action details Not available
4113-08 1 Proclamation celebrating the 80th birthday of public servant Vincent Ricupero. ProclamationProclamation celebrating the 80th birthday of public servant Vincent Ricupero.Read  Action details Not available
4114-08 1 Certificate of Recognition honoring Sarah Klancer and Calvin Hornsby of the DHS Office of Children,Youth, and Families, who received the Community Service Award at the 2008 Family Resources Child Abuse Prevention Month awards benefit. ProclamationCertificate of Recognition honoring Sarah Klancer and Calvin Hornsby of the DHS Office of Children,Youth, and Families, who received the Community Service Award at the 2008 Family Resources Child Abuse Prevention Month awards benefit. Read  Action details Not available
4115-08 1 Proclamation commending Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 for the success of their Students Against Violence Via Education Week. ProclamationProclamation commending Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 for the success of their Students Against Violence Via Education Week.Read  Action details Not available
4116-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Montour High School J.V. and Varsity Cheerleading Teams for winning their respective national championship titles. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Montour High School J.V. and Varsity Cheerleading Teams for winning their respective national championship titles. Read  Action details Not available
4117-08 1 Proclamation declaring Saturday, June 7, 2008 “National United Merchants Beverage Association Day” in Allegheny County. ProclamationProclamation declaring Saturday, June 7, 2008 “National United Merchants Beverage Association Day” in Allegheny County.Read  Action details Not available
4118-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the West Allegheny High School Boys' Baseball Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the West Allegheny High School Boys' Baseball Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Championship. Read  Action details Not available
4119-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Serra Catholic High School Boys' Baseball Team for advancing to the semi-finals in the 2008 PIAA Class A Championships.ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Serra Catholic High School Boys' Baseball Team for advancing to the semi-finals in the 2008 PIAA Class A Championships.Read  Action details Not available
4120-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the North Allegheny Senior High School Boys' Volleyball Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the North Allegheny Senior High School Boys' Volleyball Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Championship. Read  Action details Not available
4121-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship.Read  Action details Not available
4122-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team members Matt Kaye and Parth Sharma for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Doubles' Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team members Matt Kaye and Parth Sharma for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Doubles' Championship. Read  Action details Not available
4123-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team member Matt Hoch for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Singles' Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing Sewickley Academy Boys' Tennis Team member Matt Hoch for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Singles' Championship. Read  Action details Not available
4124-08 1 Certificates of Achievement recognizing Pine-Richland High School Boys' Tennis Team member Casey Watt for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Singles' Championship. ProclamationCertificates of Achievement recognizing Pine-Richland High School Boys' Tennis Team member Casey Watt for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Singles' Championship.Read  Action details Not available
4125-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing Shady Side Academy Boys' Tennis Team members Chris Mengel and Josh Ferraccio for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Doubles' Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing Shady Side Academy Boys' Tennis Team members Chris Mengel and Josh Ferraccio for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AAA Doubles' Championship.Read  Action details Not available
4126-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Upper St. Clair High School Boys' Tennis Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL and PIAA Class AAA Championships. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Upper St. Clair High School Boys' Tennis Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL and PIAA Class AAA Championships. Read  Action details Not available
4127-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the Quaker Valley High School Girls' Track and Field Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the Quaker Valley High School Girls' Track and Field Team for winning the 2008 WPIAL Class AA Championship.Read  Action details Not available
4128-08 1 Certificate of Achievement recognizing the St. Gabriel's Boys' Volleyball Team for winning the Diocesan Championship. ProclamationCertificate of Achievement recognizing the St. Gabriel's Boys' Volleyball Team for winning the Diocesan Championship.Read  Action details Not available
4129-08 1 Proclamation honoring Brigadier General Robert D. Papak and welcoming him to the 2008 Allegheny County Flag Retirement Ceremony. ProclamationProclamation honoring Brigadier General Robert D. Papak and welcoming him to the 2008 Allegheny County Flag Retirement Ceremony. Read  Action details Not available
4130-08 1 Proclamation honoring Ambassador Charles A. Ray and welcoming him to the 2008 Allegheny County Flag Retirement Ceremony. ProclamationProclamation honoring Ambassador Charles A. Ray and welcoming him to the 2008 Allegheny County Flag Retirement Ceremony. Read  Action details Not available
4131-08 1 Proclamation celebrating Father Dennis Colamarino's 25th anniversary of service to the Catholic Church of Duquesne.ProclamationProclamation celebrating Father Dennis Colamarino's 25th anniversary of service to the Catholic Church of Duquesne.Read  Action details Not available
4139-08 1 Proclamation celebrating the Pittsburgh Pride 2008 Pride March and Pride Fest. ProclamationProclamation celebrating the Pittsburgh Pride 2008 Pride March and Pride Fest. Read  Action details Not available
4137-08 1 Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Allegheny County held on May 20, 2008.Floor MotionMotion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Allegheny County held on May 20, 2008.Passed  Action details Not available
4101-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Joyce Lebowitz to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (White Oak) for a term to expire on June 17, 2010.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Joyce Lebowitz to serve as a member of the Council of Friends Organization (White Oak) for a term to expire on June 17, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
4068-08 2 Appointment - Approving the appointment of Joan Cleary to serve as a Member of the Allegheny County Board of Health for a term to expire on January 11, 2012. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the appointment of Joan Cleary to serve as a Member of the Allegheny County Board of Health for a term to expire on January 11, 2012.PassedPass Action details Not available
3954-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Constance L. Yarris to serve as a member of the Regional Asset District Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2011.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Constance L. Yarris to serve as a member of the Regional Asset District Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2011.PassedPass Action details Not available
3958-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of John J. Auciello to serve as a member of the Plumbing Advisory Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of John J. Auciello to serve as a member of the Plumbing Advisory Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3962-08 1 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Regis R. Claus to serve as a member of the Plumbing Advisory Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2010. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Regis R. Claus to serve as a member of the Plumbing Advisory Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2010.PassedPass Action details Not available
3963-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of David P. Mazzocco to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of David P. Mazzocco to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.PassedPass Action details Not available
3966-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of James T. Cobb to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of James T. Cobb to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.PassedPass Action details Not available
3970-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Kate Tomayko to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Kate Tomayko to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.PassedPass Action details Not available
3975-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Robert W. Orchowski to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Robert W. Orchowski to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.PassedPass Action details Not available
3976-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Daniel K. Bricmont to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Daniel K. Bricmont to serve as a member of the Air Pollution Control Advisory Committee for a term to expire on December 31, 2008.PassedPass Action details Not available
3979-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Andrew R. Quinn to serve as a member of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2011.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Andrew R. Quinn to serve as a member of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2011.PassedPass Action details Not available
3981-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Alexander M. Dow to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009.AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Alexander M. Dow to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009.PassedPass Action details Not available
3982-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Laura Richeson Zinski to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Laura Richeson Zinski to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009.PassedPass Action details Not available
3984-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Cynthia Moore to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Cynthia Moore to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009.PassedPass Action details Not available
3985-08 2 Appointment - Approving the reappointment of Dr. Oladoyin Desalu to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009. AppointmentAppointment - Approving the reappointment of Dr. Oladoyin Desalu to serve as a member of the Community Services Advisory Council for a term to expire on December 31, 2009.PassedPass Action details Not available
4073-08 1 A Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #08-08).ResolutionA Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #08-08).Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
4071-08 1 A Resolution of the County of Allegheny authorizing the acceptance of a distribution from the Pennsylvania Gaming and Economic Development and Tourism Fund for the restricted purpose of distribution to a community infrastructure development fund of a counResolutionA Resolution of the County of Allegheny authorizing the acceptance of a distribution from the Pennsylvania Gaming and Economic Development and Tourism Fund for the restricted purpose of distribution to a community infrastructure development fund of a county of the second class to fund construction, development, improvement and maintenance of infrastructure projects through the Economic Development, Community Infrastructure and Tourism Fund established by the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County.Passed for Chief Executive SignaturePass Action details Not available
4132-08 1 A Ordinance of the Council of the County of Allegheny ratifying amendments to Allegheny County Health Department Rules and Regulations, “School Health Immunization”, pursuant to Section 12011 of the Local Health Administration Law, 16 P.S. §12001 et seq.OrdinanceA Ordinance of the Council of the County of Allegheny ratifying amendments to Allegheny County Health Department Rules and Regulations, “School Health Immunization”, pursuant to Section 12011 of the Local Health Administration Law, 16 P.S. §12001 et seq.Referred  Action details Not available
4133-08 1 A Resolution approving a project for the benefit of Robert Morris 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 oneResolutionA Resolution approving a project for the benefit of Robert Morris 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 expected to exceed $22,000,000, 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.Referred  Action details Not available
4134-08 1 A Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #09-08).ResolutionA Resolution of the County of Allegheny amending the Grants and Special Accounts Budget for 2008 (Submission #09-08).Referred  Action details Not available
4135-08 1 A Resolution approving a project for the benefit of Jefferson Regional Medical Center (the "Corporation"), to be financed by the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority (the “Authority”) by the issuance of the Authority's tax-exempt or taxable bonResolutionA Resolution approving a project for the benefit of Jefferson Regional Medical Center (the "Corporation"), to be financed by the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority (the “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 expected to exceed $15,000,000, provided that the taxing power of the County of Allegheny, Pennsylvania (the “County”), 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
4136-08 1 A Resolution of the County of Allegheny urging the United States Congress to evaluate the desirability of enacting a tax on a portion of oil companies' total net income, defined as income after accounting for all corporate actions, in order to pay for pubResolutionA Resolution of the County of Allegheny urging the United States Congress to evaluate the desirability of enacting a tax on a portion of oil companies' total net income, defined as income after accounting for all corporate actions, in order to pay for public transportation and necessary infrastructure improvements and maintenance.Referred  Action details Not available
4138-08 1 Motion Expressing the Sense of Council of Allegheny County urging the Allegheny County Board of Elections to conduct a random sample audit of software currently loaded onto the County's electronic voting machines in order to ensure that such software meetMotionMotion Expressing the Sense of Council of Allegheny County urging the Allegheny County Board of Elections to conduct a random sample audit of software currently loaded onto the County's electronic voting machines in order to ensure that such software meets applicable federal and state requirements.PassedPass Action details Not available