Here is my summary of the Tuesday, May 26, 2026 regular meeting of Allegheny County Council. My votes are in parentheses, as is the prime sponsor of each item. All 15 members were present.
The meeting opened with the election of the Council President, due to President Catena resigning the previous week. Councilwoman Naccarati-Chapkis was unanimously elected and carries the distinction of being the first woman to serve as Council President.
13810-26 (Hallam — Yes) This ordinance codifies existing federal protections under the Prison Rape Elimination Act at the County level, writing those standards directly into our own ordinances. Passed unanimously.
13969-26 (Rose – Gov Reform) This ordinance would place a referendum question on the November General Election ballot asking voters whether to require County Council to approve all contracts over $30,000, rather than giving the County Executive unilateral authority. Referred to the Committee on Government Reform.
13970-26 (Chief Executive – Budget) This ordinance sets the County’s intent to issue one or more series of general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $335 million. The funds would primarily be used to pay down existing higher interest debt and would also be used for various capital projects. Referred to the Committee on Budget & Finance.
13971-26 (Filiaggi & Grzybek — Yes) I co-sponsored this motion authorizing the Council President to provide for a 5th public hearing for countywide reassessments that will be held on July 20th at 5pm in the Gold Room of the County Courthouse. Passed unanimously.