Briefing
TL;DR
This was an informational briefing about Pittsburgh's sister city relationship with Karmiel, Israel, featuring presentations from Jewish Federation representatives and StandWithUs leadership. No official votes or policy changes were made during the sessions. The briefing appears to be focused on maintaining and potentially strengthening international municipal connections.
Agenda
- M E M O R A N D U M TO: PRESIDENT AND ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: KIMBERLY CLARK-BASKIN, CITY CLERK DATE: JANUARY 24, 2025 SUBJECT: PITTSBURGH'S RELATIONSHIP WITH SISTER CITY OF KARMIEL, ISRAEL Please be advised that Councilwoman Erika Strassburger has requested a briefing with City Council Members to discuss Pittsburgh's Relationship with Sister City of Karmiel, Israel. Briefing sessions are as follows: TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025 LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM INVITED GUESTS: Kim Salzman (Overseas Planning Director for Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and resident of Misgav region), Laura Cherner (Community Relations Council Director, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh), Julie Paris (Regional Director, StandWithUs) Sunshine Laws prohibit a Council quorum at either session; however, Members’ staff may attend in their place.