Here is my summary of the Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 regular meeting of Allegheny County Council. My votes are in parentheses, as is the prime sponsor of each item. All 15 members present.
I was fortunate enough to present a proclamation to honor those who fought in the Vietnam War and remember the profound challenges they have faced, both during and after their service.
During this meeting, we presented our three recommendations for the Juvenile Detention Board of Advisors, of which County Executive Innamorato will choose one to serve on the board. The three recommendations were Dr. Terri Collin Dilmore, Rabbi Moishe Mayir, Vogel, and Mr. Lee Davis. While all three candidates are qualified to serve, my hope is that the County Executive will choose Dr. Dilmore, as I believe her experience as a Psychologist working directly with children inside Shuman positions her to most effectively assist the children in that facility and the people of Allegheny County as a whole.
13344-24 (Chief Executive – Yes) This ordinance updates the County’s food safety regulation policy. Passed 15-0.
13470-25 (Grzybek – Government Reform) This ordinance would direct that a referendum question be added to the ballot asking the voters of Allegheny County whether or not to set a 3 term limit on all County elected officials. Sent to Committee on Government Reform.
13471-25 (Hallam – Government Reform) This ordinance would direct that a referendum question be added to the ballot asking the voters of Allegheny County whether Council should have the ability to have personal staff. Sent to Committee on Government Reform.
13472-25 (County Executive – Parks) This ordinance would authorized continued use of South Park as a respite and wellness center for healthcare workers and first responders. Sent to the Committee on Parks.
13473-25 (County Executive – Parks) This ordinance would authorize Hundred Acres Manor, Inc. to continue to use South Park to conduct the annual Hundred Acres Manor Haunted House. Sent to the Committee on Parks.
13474-25 (County Executive – Economic Development & Job Creation) This resolution would provide agreement to participate in a Transit Revitalization Investment District Plan for phase 1 of the Manchester-Chateau Project. Sent to Committee on Economic Development & Job Creation.