Here is my summary of the Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 regular meeting of Allegheny County Council. My votes are in parentheses, as is the prime sponsor of each item. All 15 members present.
During this meeting, I had the pleasure of honoring the Young Democrats of Allegheny County for 90 years of encouraging young people to take part in the political process.
13635-25 (Chief Executive – Yes) This resolution would approve a bond not to exceed $55,000,000 by West Penn Allegheny Health System through the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority for the purchase of 4 medical helicopters. Passed 13-0 (Walton/Embrescia not present).
13500-25 (Naccarati-Chapkis – Yes) This ordinance would create a publicly accessible listing of County properties that may be available for sale. I was proud to co-sponsor this legislation and I think it will be a great tool to let the residents of the county know about available property. Passed 13-0 (Walton/Embrescia not present).
13654-25 (Chief Executive – Parks) This ordinance allows for the continued use of a building in Boyce Park by the Western PA Police Athletic League for boxing and fitness activities. Sent to Parks.
13655-25 (Chief Executive – Economic Development & Job Creation) This resolution would approve a bond not to exceed $95,000,000 for Heritage Valley Health System related to work being done at Ohio Valley General Hospital. Sent to EDJC.
13656-25 (Prizio – Yes) This motion is for Council to urge the PA Senate to Pass HB 504, allowing for the creation of community energy projects. Passed unanimously.
13657-25 (Palmosina – Yes) This motion authorizes council to conduct our yearly public budget hearings, scheduled 11/6, 11/12, and 11/13 at 4pm in the Gold Room.