On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 9:30 AM, the Pittsburgh City Council held a Standing Committees meeting in Council Chambers. The meeting covered appointments, invoices, P-card approvals, and numerous legislative items across six committees. All bills were ultimately recommended for approval by the full council, with two amendments adopted.
However, you have to recertify. And I'm going to have Sue at our meeting to let you know what paperwork you need to recertify. Um was telling me that by the time our meeting starts, that it should be opened up for people to do that. Um so is it the is there a federal situation that's controversial right now? It's it's how I put this. Um as you notice we even want to meet over here. Um it's just called the governmental committee. Right? There's certain words that we're not using. So the federal government won't gotta run down our back. So the federal government does have money that they sent to the PHC. You know, that's a free certification. So they have to go through some of the guidelines. And I've talked to Juan about this too, is we need some kind of local certification. Will we do you know, maybe the county? That's what I was thinking too, the county. That needs to happen. So in the meantime, we've been sending them to the paid certifications. We like the bills you have to pay for. I don't know if you're you're you might be right, Commissioner Siegel. Uh, the hassle we're sending them to the hurdles, right? There's new hurles for the PAUCP. That's purposely done in my opinion. Yeah. So racist. Yeah, it's purposely done. Um, so we've been we've been suggesting to the folks who really want to get their certification, and we think they should, that they have to go paid round right now. All right. I have nothing. Anybody else have anything to add? Look at this twelve twenty-eight, you guys. Yes, nice. Okay, guys, I just want to let you know next month is gonna be a little longer. Good morning and welcome to the pre-agenda interview. Yeah. For Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 for the Historic Review Commission. Would a clerk please read the title of the bill. Bill 233, resolution appointing Helen Sestra as a member of the Historic Review Commission for term to expire January first, 2028. And for the record, we're currently joined by Councilwoman Strasberger. Miss Sestra, if you be willing to introduce yourself, tell us a little bit about you. Yes, absolutely. Why you're willing to serve on this commission? And we'll take questions from members. Okay, great. Good morning, members of council. My name is Helen Sestra. I'm grateful for this opportunity to share my background with you, my perspective, and my deep commitment to Pittsburgh and its neighborhoods. Its neighborhoods, people, and to its past and future. Its neighborhoods are defined not only by their people, but an architectural legacy that is both diverse and deeply expressive of the city's history. From grand historic residences to modest homes that quietly anchor generations of families, our built environment tells a story that deserves thoughtful stewardship, protecting that legacy while ensuring that neighborhoods can evolve, thrive, and serve current and future residents is something I feel very strongly about.