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City Council

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 · 10:00 AM AM · Council Chambers

TL;DR

The Pittsburgh City Council held its regular meeting, primarily focused on recognizing local community members, organizations, and youth sports achievements through various proclamations. The meeting also included a performance audit of the 911 response times and a new appointment to the Gender Equity Commission.

Key Decisions

  • Appointment to Gender Equity Commission Approved
  • Performance Audit of 911 Response Times Received and Filed
  • Proclamation for Allegheny CleanWays 25th Anniversary Passed
  • United Against Hate Week Recognition Passed
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Agenda

  1. ROLL CALL
  2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  3. MOTION TO AMEND THE AGENDA
  4. PROCLAMATIONS
  5. 2025-2240 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend Deaconess Kathryn Georgia Sellers for her 85 years of life, love, and service; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does herby declare Saturday, September 13, 2025, to be “Deaconess Kathryn Georgia Sellers Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  6. 2025-2249 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh recognizes Allegheny CleanWays on its 25th anniversary as a model of persistence, collaboration, and innovation in tackling the long-term challenges of litter, illegal dumping, and waste reduction, and celebrates the organization’s ongoing contributions to the vitality of our region; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the September 18, 2025, as “Allegheny CleanWays Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  7. 2025-2251 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend Fred Metting; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Saturday, September 27, 2025 to be “Fred Metting Day’ in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  8. 2025-2252 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend Melissa Kilmer for her commitment and dedication to her community; AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Saturday, September 20, 2025 to be “Melissa Kilmer Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  9. 2025-2253 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend Patricia Zinger; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Saturday, September 20, 2025 to be “Patricia Zinger Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  10. 2025-2254 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh proudly honors the achievements of the 12u Elliott Hawks and 15u Elliott Falcons, and expresses heartfelt appreciation to all coaches and volunteers who tirelessly support and uplift our youth through sports and mentorship; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Tuesday, September 16, 2025 to be “EWEAA 12u and 15u Softball Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried.

  11. 2025-2255 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh proudly acknowledges the exceptional dedication and achievement of the Senior Women’s softball team, 50 Cent, and extends heartfelt congratulations on their remarkable victory in securing the National Championship title; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Tuesday, September 16, 2025 to be “Pittsburgh 50 Cent Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted

    Adopted

  12. 2025-2256 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend Stand For All Pittsburgh for its leadership in building a broad and inclusive coalition committed to countering hate and bias in all forms; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the week of October 19-25, 2025, as “United Against Hate Week” in the City of Pittsburgh.
    Proclamation
    Action: Adopted

    Adopted

  13. PUBLIC COMMENTS

    Dr Ronald Lynn Miller Chris Maury Jeaninne Rowland Bernadette Mosey Sam Gibson Yvonne F. Brown Cerise Taylor Special Agent Sunshine Howard HP Jackson David Tessitore

  14. PRESENTATION OF PAPERS
  15. COUNCILPERSON ROBERT CHARLAND PRESENTS:
  16. COUNCILMAN ANTHONY COGHILL PRESENTS:
  17. COUNCILMAN KHARI MOSLEY PRESENTS:
  18. COUNCILWOMAN ERIKA STRASSBURGER PRESENTS:
  19. COUNCILWOMAN BARBARA WARWICK PRESENTS:
  20. COUNCILMAN BOBBY WILSON PRESENTS:
  21. COUNCILMAN R. DANIEL LAVELLE PRESENTS:
  22. 2025-2247 Communication from Jake Pawlak, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, submitting to City Council the attached status update from the Grants Office for the week ended September 12, 2025.
    Communication
    Action: Read, Received and Filed Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Read, Received and Filed. The motion carried.

  23. 2025-2248 Communication from Rachael Heisler, City Controller, submitting a performance audit of the Department of Public Safety’s 911 Response Times and Wellness, dated September 2025.
    Communication
    Action: Read, Received and Filed Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Read, Received and Filed. The motion carried.

  24. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  25. 2025-1756 Resolution appointment of Nikkole Terney, as a Member of the Gender Equity Commission with a term to expire April 1, 2028.
    Appointment-Requiring Vote
    Action: Approved Passed

    A motion was made that this matter be Approved. The motion carried.

  26. REPORTS OF COMMITTEE - FINAL ACTION
  27. COUNCILWOMAN ERIKA STRASSBURGER PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AND LAW
  28. COUNCILMAN ANTHONY COGHILL PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELLNESS
  29. COUNCILWOMAN BARBARA WARWICK PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  30. COUNCILWOMAN THERESA KAIL-SMITH PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON RECREATION, YOUTH AND SENIOR SERVICES
  31. COUNCILWOMAN DEBORAH L. GROSS PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON INNOVATION, PERFORMANCE, ASSET MANAGEMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY
  32. COUNCILMAN KHARI MOSLEY PRESENTS COMMITTEE ON INTERGOVERNMENTAL AND EDUCATIONAL AFFAIRS
  33. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
  34. EXCUSE ABSENT MEMBERS
  35. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  36. ADJOURNMENT