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Record of Proceedings

Allegheny County Council Meeting – August 27, 2024

County Council — Tuesday, August 27, 2024
BodyAllegheny County, Pennsylvania
SessionCounty Council
DateTuesday, August 27, 2024
StatusFILED
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Good evening, everyone.

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I'd like to call this meeting of Allegheny County Council to order.

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Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.

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Under God, individual with liberty and justice for all.

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Please remain standing for a moment of silent prayer or silent reflection.

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Thank you.

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Please be seated.

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Jared, please take roll.

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Mr.

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Bekowski.

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Here.

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Mr.

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Bonarotti.

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Here.

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Mr.

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DeMarco.

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Here.

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Ms.

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Liagi.

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Mr.

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Fatulis.

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I'm here.

0:48

Mr.

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Grisbeck.

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Here.

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Ms.

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Hallum.

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Mr.

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Klein.

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Here.

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Mr.

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Macy.

0:55

Here.

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Ms.

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Nakarati Chapkas.

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Here.

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Mr.

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Palmery.

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Here.

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Mr.

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Palmasina.

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Here.

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Ms.

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Frizio.

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Mr.

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Walton.

1:04

President Katina.

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Here.

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As of right now.

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We have 13 members present.

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Proclamation slash certificates.

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We're going to skip over 1316 3-2-4 and go directly to 13164-24.

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A proclamation recognizing Kevin Giza, Aaron Naschez, and Perfect Pitch Camp on the completion of their 11th annual camp, sponsored by Councilmember Walton.

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Interview.

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He's in an interview.

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And before proceeding, please let the record reflect that Ms.

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Hallam is now present.

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He did have been a very good question.

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How are you?

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Whereas Perfect Pitch Camp held its 11th annual camp on Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at PNC Park, and included a day of activities in athletic for any deaf or harder hearing children and their families.

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Summary of Proceedings

Allegheny County Council Meeting – August 27, 2024

The Allegheny County Council convened on August 27, 2024, with 13 members present. The meeting focused on recognizing community contributions through proclamations and handling appointments to various boards.

Proclamations

  • Proclamation 13164-24: Recognizing Kevin Giza, Aaron Naschez, and Perfect Pitch Camp for their 11th annual camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children, held June 15, 2024, at PNC Park. Councilmember Walton sponsored the proclamation. Kevin Giza accepted, expressing gratitude and describing the camp's origins, challenges (including a COVID hiatus and loss of key supporters), and its mission to provide inclusive opportunities. He stated, "Love wins."
  • Proclamation 13165-24: Declaring August 24, 2024, as Miracle League Day in Allegheny County, sponsored by Councilmember Katina.
  • Proclamation 13166-24: Recognizing Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks on its 20th anniversary, sponsored by Councilmember Macy.

Presentation of Appointments

All appointments were referred to the Committee on Appointment Review without objection. The clerk read the following:

  • 13150-24: Reappointment of Justin Leavett Pearl to the Independent Police Review Board (term through Aug 27, 2028), sponsored by Councilmember Brizio.
  • 13162-24: Appointment of Keanu Buckner to the Independent Police Review Board (term through Aug 27, 2028), sponsored by Councilmember Nakarati Chapkis.
  • 13167-24: Reappointment of Always Moali to the Community Services Advisory Council (term through Sep 10, 2026), sponsored by the Chief Executive.
  • Appointments to the Drug and Alcohol Planning Council (terms through Sep 10, 2027), all sponsored by the Chief Executive: 13168-24 Tanisha Wilson, 13169-24 Charles Davis (reappointment), 13170-24 Mario C. Brown (reappointment), 13176-24 Christine Nauman, 13177-24 Daniel Garrigan.

Key Outcomes

  • No public comments were received.
  • No minutes were approved.
  • A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and carried unanimously.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening, everyone. I'd like to call this meeting of Allegheny County Council to order. Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Under God, individual with liberty and justice for all. Please remain standing for a moment of silent prayer or silent reflection. Thank you. Please be seated. Jared, please take roll. Mr. Bekowski. Here. Mr. Bonarotti. Here. Mr. DeMarco. Here. Ms. Liagi. Mr. Fatulis. I'm here. Mr. Grisbeck. Here. Ms. Hallum. Mr. Klein. Here. Mr. Macy. Here. Ms. Nakarati Chapkas. Here. Mr. Palmery. Here. Mr. Palmasina. Here. Ms. Frizio. Mr. Walton. President Katina. Here. As of right now. We have 13 members present.

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