McKeesport public meetings in 2023
22 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
City Council is reviewing the fiscal year 2024 budget, including taxes and appropriations. The body is also considering employment contracts for police, public works, and crossing guards, as well as a police service agreement with the Borough of Dravosburg.
- Bill #67: Ordinance fixing compensation for city officials and levying taxes for fiscal year 2024
- Bill #70, #71, #73: Employment contracts for Public Works, Police, and Crossing Guards with Teamsters Local Union No. 205
- Bill #63: Extension of police service agreement with the Borough of Dravosburg
- Bill #72: Agreement with PennDOT for the Versailles Avenue Viaduct Reconstruction Project
- Bill #64: Appointment of Mark C. Turnley as City Auditor for fiscal year 2024
City Council
City Council is considering the 2024 fiscal year budget, including taxes and appropriations. The body is also reviewing four-year employment contracts for police and public works employees, as well as a three-year contract for crossing guards.
- Bill #67: Ordinance fixing compensation for city officials and levying taxes for fiscal year 2024
- Bills #70, #71, #73: Employment contracts with Teamsters Local Union No. 205 for Public Works, Police, and Crossing Guards
- Bill #63: Extension of police service agreement with the Borough of Dravosburg
- Bill #64: Appointment of Mark C. Turnley as City Auditor for fiscal year 2024
- Bill #72: Agreement with PennDOT for the Versailles Avenue Viaduct Reconstruction Project
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
City Council
McKeesport City Council will consider three resolutions: approving a reverse subdivision for a property on Centennial Street, authorizing a security services agreement with Miller Investigation Agency, and entering into opioid settlement agreements with major pharmaceutical companies as part of the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.
- Reverse subdivision request by Tamra Y. Mitchell at 1508 Centennial Street to combine lots in C-3 zoning district
- Security services agreement with Miller Investigation Agency, LLC
- Opioid settlement agreements with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, Johnson & Johnson, Janssen, and related entities
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a request for a reverse subdivision on Centennial Street and authorize security service contracts. The meeting also includes a resolution to execute settlement agreements related to the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust.
- Reverse subdivision request for 1508 Centennial Street
- Security services agreement with Miller Investigation Agency, LLC
- Settlement agreements with McKesson Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and others regarding opioid abatement
City Council
McKeesport City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract for the Stephen Barry Field improvements and lighting project, a reverse subdivision request, a conditional use request from UPMC McKeesport, and applications for two state grants. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports.
- Resolution to authorize agreement with Plavchak Construction Co., Inc. for Stephen Barry Field improvements and lighting
- Reverse subdivision request from Ivan, LLC to combine lots at 2305 O'Neil Boulevard
- Conditional use request from UPMC McKeesport at 1305 Fifth Avenue
- Application for $500,000 PA-GEDTF grant for Tube City Center rehabilitation
- Application for $150,000 PA-GEDTF grant for police data management equipment
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The McKeesport City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract for the Stephen Barry Field improvements and lighting project, a reverse subdivision request, a conditional use request from UPMC McKeesport, and two grant applications for the Tube City Center rehabilitation and police data management equipment.
- Resolution authorizing agreement with Plavchak Construction Co., Inc. for Stephen Barry Field improvements & lighting project
- Reverse subdivision request from Ivan, LLC at 2305 O'Neil Boulevard to combine lots 461-E-094, 461-E-194, and 461-E-186 in C-3 zoning district
- Resolution to apply for $500,000 PA-GEDTF grant for Tube City Center rehabilitation project
- Conditional use request from UPMC McKeesport at 1305 Fifth Avenue (lot & block 307-H-182) in C-2 zoning district
- Resolution to apply for $150,000 PA-GEDTF grant for police data management equipment
City Council
The City Council meeting includes discussions on several infrastructure projects and municipal ordinances. Items include a contract for garage reconstruction, new stormwater management rules, and various grant applications.
- Contract with Kucich Construction Company up to $2,273,750.00 for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction
- Ordinance establishing a new comprehensive stormwater management scheme
- Application for flashing school zone signs on Cornell Street near Twin Rivers Elementary School
- $25,000.00 PA-DCES Keystone Communities grant application for park equipment
- Agreement with Heraregistry.com for property registration services
City Council held a work session to review several proposed bills, including a major parking garage project and infrastructure grants. No formal votes were recorded as the meeting was a work session.
- Proposed Bill #50: Agreement with Kucich Construction Company for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction not to exceed $2,273,750.00
- Proposed Bill #51: Agreement with PennDOT for Versailles Avenue Viaduct project involving $800,000 in state funding
- Proposed Bill #47: New comprehensive stormwater management scheme adopting state model ordinance
- Proposed Bill #48: Amendment to Ordinance #22-011 to move expenditures within the 2023 budget for police overtime and new hires
- Proposed Bill #46: Application for flashing school zone signs on Cornell Street near Twin Rivers Elementary School
- Proposed Bill #49: Agreement with heraregistry.com for property registration services
- Proposed Bill #52: Request for a Multimodal Transportation Fund grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority
- Proposed Bill #53: Application for $25,000 PA-DCED Keystone Communities grant for Renziehausen Park equipment
City Council
The McKeesport City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $2.27 million contract for the Lysle Boulevard garage reconstruction, a stormwater management ordinance, and a salary amendment. They will also vote on resolutions for a school zone sign, property registration services, and grant applications.
- Resolution authorizing agreement with Kucich Construction for $2,273,750 for Lysle Boulevard garage reconstruction
- Ordinance establishing a comprehensive stormwater management scheme
- Ordinance amending 2023 salaries and expenditures (Ordinance #22-011)
- Resolution to erect flashing school zone sign on Cornell Street near Twin Rivers Elementary School
- Resolution to apply for $25,000 PA-DCED Keystone Communities grant for park equipment
City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a garage reconstruction and a new stormwater management scheme. The board also authorized applications for transportation and park equipment grants.
- Approved $2,273,750 contract with Kucich Construction Company for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction (7-0)
- Approved new comprehensive stormwater management scheme (7-0)
- Approved application for flashing school zone signs on Cornell Street (7-0)
- Approved agreement with heraregistry.com for property registration services (7-0)
- Approved agreement with PennDOT for Versailles Avenue Viaduct project (7-0)
- Approved request for a Multimodal Transportation Fund grant (7-0)
- Approved application for $25,000 PA-DCED Keystone Communities grant for park equipment (7-0)
- Designated October 1-10, 2023 as Radical Days in the City of McKeesport (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting includes discussions on amending police department hiring rules and updating the Public Works pension fund. The agenda also features requests for security services and a property subdivision request from Giant Eagle, Inc.
- Ordinance to amend Public Works pension and DROP provisions
- Reverse subdivision request from Giant Eagle, Inc. for multiple lots in C-3 district
- Agreement with PFM Group Consulting, LLC for early intervention program services
- Agreement with Pittsburgh Protection Services, LLC for security services
- Ordinance amending Civil Service Commission rules for police hiring and promotions
City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to police department hiring and promotion rules. The council also approved a reverse subdivision for Giant Eagle Inc. and a security services agreement with Pittsburgh Protection Services, LLC.
- Approved Bill #39 regarding Public Works pension and DROP provisions (4-0)
- Approved Bill #40 amending Ordinance #18-017 (4-0)
- Approved Bill #42 reverse subdivision request for Giant Eagle Inc. (4-0)
- Approved Bill #43 agreement with Pittsburgh Protection Services, LLC for security services (4-0)
- Approved Bill #44 amending Civil Service Commission rules for police hiring and promotions (4-0)
- Removed Bill #41 from the agenda (4-0)
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting includes discussions on amending police department hiring rules and updating the Public Works pension fund. The agenda also features requests for security services and a property subdivision request from Giant Eagle, Inc.
- Ordinance to amend Public Works pension and DROP provisions
- Reverse subdivision request from Giant Eagle, Inc. for multiple lots in C-3 district
- Agreement with PFM Group Consulting, LLC for early intervention program services
- Agreement with Pittsburgh Protection Services, LLC for security services
- Ordinance amending Civil Service Commission rules for police hiring and promotions
Council reviewed six proposed bills regarding pensions, administrative fees, consulting, zoning, security, and police promotions. No formal votes were taken during this work session. The Mayor provided updates on park upgrades and demolition projects.
- Proposed Bill #39: Amend Public Works pension and DROP provisions
- Proposed Bill #40: Add $25 administrative fee to Ordinance #18-017
- Proposed Bill #41: Agreement with PFM Group Consulting (flagged for removal)
- Proposed Bill #42: Reverse subdivision for Giant Eagle Inc. to build Wet-Go facility
- Proposed Bill #43: Agreement with Pittsburgh Protection Services for City Hall security
- Proposed Bill #44: Amend Civil Service Commission rules for police hiring and promotions
City Council
The City Council meeting includes votes on transferring 1015 High Street to the Redevelopment Authority and entering into agreements with Urban Design Ventures, LLC and Garvin Consulting. The council will also discuss a request for $330,000 in Act 152 demolition funds.
- Transfer of property at 1015 High Street to the Redevelopment Authority
- Agreement with Urban Design Ventures, LLC
- Agreement with Garvin Consulting
- Tax waiver for lot and block 464-H-119 via Land Bank Act
- Request for $330,000 in Allegheny County Act 152 demolition funds
City Council approved several bills regarding property management, including a transfer to the Redevelopment Authority and a tax waiver for a specific lot. The council also authorized agreements with Urban Design Ventures, LLC and Garvin Consulting, and requested $330,000 in demolition funding.
- Approved Bill #34 to transfer property at 1015 High Street to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of McKeesport (6-0)
- Approved Bill #35 to enter into an agreement with Urban Design Ventures, LLC (6-0)
- Approved Bill #36 to enter into an agreement with Garvin Consulting (6-0)
- Approved Bill #37 to waive taxes and municipal claims on lot and block 464-H-119 (6-0)
- Approved Bill #38 to request $330,000 in Act 152 demolition funds from the Allegheny County Economic Development Department (6-0)
- Approved minutes from the March 1, 2023 regular meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting includes several items regarding property transfers and agreements with private firms. The council will also discuss a request for $330,000 in Act 152 funds for demolition.
- Transfer of 1015 High Street to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of McKeesport
- Request for $330,000 in Act 152 funds for demolition via Allegheny County
- Agreement with Urban Design Ventures, LLC
- Agreement with Garvin Consulting
- Waiver of taxes and claims on lot and block 464-H-119
Council held a work session to review several proposed bills, including property transfers to the Redevelopment Authority and the Land Bank. The session included discussions on consultant renewals and a funding request for demolition. No formal votes were recorded during this session.
- Proposed Bill #34: Transfer of 1015 High Street to Redevelopment Authority of the City of McKeesport
- Proposed Bill #35: Agreement with Urban Design Ventures, LLC
- Proposed Bill #36: Agreement renewal with Garvin Consulting
- Proposed Bill #37: Waiver of taxes and claims on lot and block 464-H-119 for the Land Bank
- Proposed Bill #38: Request for $330,000 in Act 152 demolition funds from Allegheny County
City Council
The McKeesport City Council will meet to vote on several resolutions regarding city services, engineering designations, and infrastructure projects. The agenda includes decisions on contract extensions, fireworks displays, and a street improvement project award.
- Awarding $629,647.25 contract to El Grande Industries, Inc. for McKeesport CD Street Improvements Project - Phase III
- Resolution to extend agreement with Property Registration Champions, LLC for up to three years
- Resolution to authorize fireworks displays by Ace Pyro, LLC at Renziehausen Park
- Designating James Garvin to provide engineering services for all City of McKeesport projects
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development funding
Council unanimously approved five resolutions, including a $629,647 contract for CD Street Improvements Phase III, a three-year extension with Property Registration Champions, engineering services designation, fireworks agreements, and the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Action Plan. A citizen requested increased police presence at a stop sign on Pinoak Drive.
- Approved $629,647 street improvement contract with El Grande Industries (5-0)
- Approved three-year extension of agreement with Property Registration Champions (5-0)
- Approved designation of James Garvin for engineering services (5-0)
- Approved fireworks display agreement with ACE Pyro for July 4th, August 15th, and TBD (5-0)
- Approved filing of Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding (5-0)
- Approved appointment of a member to Crawford Community Renaissance board (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The McKeesport City Council will meet to vote on several resolutions regarding city services and infrastructure. Items include awarding a contract for street improvements, extending a property registration agreement, and authorizing fireworks displays.
- Awarding $629,647.25 contract to El Grande Industries, Inc. for McKeesport CD Street Improvements Project - Phase III
- Extending agreement with Property Registration Champions, LLC for up to three years
- Authorizing fireworks displays by Ace Pyro, LLC at Renziehausen Park
- Designating James Garvin to provide engineering services for all city projects
- Approving the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development funding
Council introduced several resolutions, including extending the agreement with Property Registration Champions LLC for up to three years, designating James Garvin as city engineer for all projects, and awarding a $629,647.25 street improvement contract to El Grande Industries. No votes were taken; these were presented as proposed bills during a work session.
- Introduced resolution to extend Property Registration Champions LLC agreement for up to 3 years
- Introduced resolution designating James Garvin as city engineer for all projects
- Introduced resolution to contract ACE Pyro LLC for fireworks displays on July 4, August 15, and TBD
- Introduced resolution awarding $629,647.25 street improvements bid to El Grande Industries for Coursin, Cornell, Evans, and other streets
- Introduced resolution approving FY2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funding
- Introduced resolution appointing Councilwoman Jill Lape to Crawford Community Renaissance Inc. board
City Council
The McKeesport City Council will meet to discuss several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a conditional use request for a warehouse at 200 Center Street and an employment contract with the McKeesport Firefighters International Association of Firefighters Local #10.
- Conditional use request for a warehouse at 200 Center Street
- Employment contract terms for Firefighters Local #10
- Agreement with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Appointments to the McKeesport Civil Service Commission
- Bid award for McKeesport Rising Demolition Project Phase 9
City Council approved a demolition contract for the McKeesport Rising project and a new employment contract for the firefighters union. The council also approved a conditional use request for a warehouse and designated April as Fair Housing Month.
- Approved Bill #21 proclaiming April 2023 as Fair Housing Month (5-0)
- Approved Bill #22 conditional use request for W & E Investment to operate a warehouse at 200 Center Street (5-0)
- Approved Bill #23 editing and inclusion of ordinances in the codified ordinances of McKeesport (5-0)
- Approved Bill #24 agility agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (5-0)
- Approved Bill #25 appointment of members to the McKeesport Civil Service Commission (5-0)
- Approved Bill #26 bid for McKeesport Rising Demolition Project Phase 9 to Lutterman Excavating, LLC not to exceed $661,100.00, contingent upon HUD approval (5-0)
- Approved Bill #27 employment contract with the McKeesport Firefighters IAFF Local #10 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the March 1, 2023 regular meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The McKeesport City Council meeting includes discussions on a conditional use request for a warehouse at 200 Center Street and an employment contract with firefighters local #10. The agenda also covers appointments to the Civil Service Commission and an agreement with PennDOT.
- Conditional use request for a warehouse at 200 Center Street
- Employment contract with McKeesport Firefighters International Association Local #10
- Agreement with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Appointments to the McKeesport Civil Service Commission
- Proclamation of April 2023 as Fair Housing Month
Council held a work session to review several proposed bills, including a demolition contract and a new firefighters' employment agreement. No formal votes were recorded during this session; the items were presented and discussed for future action.
- Proposed Bill #21: Proclaim April 2023 as Fair Housing Month
- Proposed Bill #22: Conditional use request for W&E Investment warehouse at 200 Center Street
- Proposed Bill #23: Update Codified Ordinances of McKeesport
- Proposed Bill #24: Agility agreement with PA Department of Transportation
- Proposed Bill #25: Appointment of members to the McKeesport Civil Service Commission
- Proposed Bill #26: Award bid for Rising Demolition Project Phase 9 to Lutterman Excavating, LLC (not to exceed $661,100.00)
- Proposed Bill #27: Employment contract with Firefighters International Association Local #10
City Council
Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a $700,000 contract for reconstruction of the Lysle Boulevard garage using a PennDOT grant, and a $241,000 Active Allegheny grant increase. They will also consider amendments to firefighter and police pension DROP programs, a subdivision at 2511 Grandview Avenue, and a zoning hearing board appointment.
- Bill #20: $700,000 contract with Kucich Construction for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction
- Bill #16: Active Allegheny grant increased from $81,000 to $241,000
- Bill #17: $160,000 extension for Environmental Planning & Design for walking and bicycle trail planning
- Bill #18: Subdivision of 2511 Grandview Avenue into two parcels
- Bill #13: Duquesne Light Company granted two rights of way along Sycamore Drive
City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a garage reconstruction and trail planning. The board also updated firefighter and police pension programs and appointed a new member to the Ambulance Authority Board.
- Approved $700,000 contract with Kucich Construction Company for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction (7-0)
- Approved $160,000 agreement with Environmental Planning & Design, LLC for walking and bicycle trail planning (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Georgeann Chuchla to the McKeesport Ambulance Authority Board (7-0)
- Approved pilot agreement with McKeesport Presbyterian Senior Housing (7-0)
- Approved Bill #16 to increase Active Allegheny grant from $81,000 to $241,000 (7-0)
- Approved Bill #13 granting Duquesne Light Company two rights of way along Sycamore Drive (7-0)
- Approved Bill #14 and Bill #15 to amend Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) for firefighters and police (7-0)
- Approved subdivision of 2511 Grandview Avenue into two parcels (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including granting Duquesne Light rights-of-way on Sycamore Drive, amending fire and police pension DROP provisions to match collective bargaining agreements, and accepting an increased Active Allegheny grant from $81,000 to $241,000. They will also consider extending a $160,000 planning contract for walking and bicycle trail access, approving a subdivision at 2511 Grandview Avenue, appointing a Zoning Hearing Board member, and authorizing up to $700,000 for reconstruction of the Lysle Boulevard Garage using a PennDOT grant.
- Bill #20: $700,000 reconstruction of Lysle Boulevard Garage via PennDOT grant
- Bill #16: Active Allegheny grant increased from $81,000 to $241,000
- Bill #17: $160,000 extension for walking and bicycle trail planning
- Bill #13: Duquesne Light rights-of-way on Sycamore Drive for electrical facilities
- Bill #18: Subdivision of 2511 Grandview Avenue into two parcels
Council held a work session to review several proposed bills, including garage reconstruction and pension updates. No formal votes were recorded during this session. The meeting included a discussion on community violence and policing.
- Proposed Bill #13: Grant Duquesne Light Company rights of way on Sycamore Drive
- Proposed Bill #14: Update firefighter DROP pension language
- Proposed Bill #15: Update police DROP pension language
- Proposed Bill #16: Increase Active Allegheny Grant from $81,000 to $241,000
- Proposed Bill #17: Extend $160,000 agreement with Environmental Planning & Design, LLC
- Proposed Bill #18: Approve subdivision of 2511 Grandview Avenue into two parcels
- Proposed Bill #19: Appoint Stu Wilson to the Zoning Hearing Board of Adjustments
- Proposed Bill #20: Authorize up to $700,000 for Lysle Boulevard Garage reconstruction
City Council
McKeesport City Council will consider several resolutions and one ordinance at its February 1 meeting. Key items include approving a restaurant liquor license transfer from Moon Township, a two-year animal control contract with Sable Kennel, and a one-year building inspection contract with Building Inspection Underwriters. Council will also vote on a reverse subdivision at 645 Petter Street, a conditional use for an auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street, and an ordinance amending parking rates.
- Transfer of restaurant liquor license R-15673 from Moon Township into McKeesport
- Two-year animal control contract with Sable Kennel (Feb 25, 2023 – Feb 25, 2025)
- One-year building inspection and enforcement contract with Building Inspection Underwriters
- Reverse subdivision combining lots at 645 Petter Street (R-5 zoning)
- Conditional use for auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street (C-3 zoning)
City Council approved several service contracts, zoning requests, and a parking rate ordinance. A resolution to transfer a restaurant liquor license into the city was denied.
- Denied transfer of restaurant liquor license R-15673 (1-5)
- Approved animal control contract with Sable Kennel through Feb 25, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved building inspection services contract with Building Inspection Underwriters (6-0)
- Approved agreement with Enviro 21, LLC (6-0)
- Approved reverse subdivision for 645 Petty Street (6-0)
- Approved conditional use request for auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street (6-0)
- Approved contract with The DT Firm (6-0)
- Approved MOU with McKeesport Area School District regarding school bus stop caution lights (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
Council will consider several resolutions and one ordinance at its Feb. 1 meeting. Items include approving a liquor license transfer, a reverse subdivision to combine lots on Petter Street, a conditional use for an auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street, contracts with Sable Kennel for animal control and the DT Firm, a building inspection agreement, a school bus camera MOU with the school district, and an amendment to the city's parking rate ordinance.
- Resolution to transfer restaurant liquor license R-15673 from Moon Township into McKeesport
- Reverse subdivision combining two lots into 645 Petter Street (R-5 zoning)
- Conditional use for auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street (C-3 zoning)
- Contract with Sable Kennel for animal control (Feb. 2023 – Feb. 2025)
- Ordinance amending parking rate schedule (Ordinance #2363)
Council held a public hearing and work session to review several proposed bills, including updated parking rates for city lots and garages. The session included discussions on animal control, building inspections, and school bus safety, though no final votes were recorded in the minutes.
- Proposed Bill #12: Amending parking rates for city lots and garages
- Proposed Bill #5: Contract with Sable Kennel for animal control (Feb 25, 2023 – Feb 25, 2025)
- Proposed Bill #6: Contract with Building Inspection Underwriters for one year
- Proposed Bill #7: Agreement with Enviro 21, LLC for online bidding services
- Proposed Bill #8: Reverse subdivision of lots to create 645 Petty Street
- Proposed Bill #9: Conditional use request for auto repair shop at 2309 Walnut Street
- Proposed Bill #10: Contract with The DT Firm for grant procurement
- Proposed Bill #11: MOU with McKeesport Area School District for bus stop camera enforcement
City Council
The council will consider four items: setting 2023 meeting dates, accepting a $25,000 state grant for fire station improvements, enacting a tax penalty waiver under Act 57, and approving a liquor license transfer from Moon Township. Public comment and reports from the mayor are also scheduled.
- Resolution authorizing a $25,000 grant from PA DCED for facility improvements at McKeesport Fire Station Number 2
- Ordinance enacting Act 57 of 2022 to waive additional real estate tax charges under certain conditions
- Resolution approving transfer of restaurant liquor license R-15673 from Moon Township into McKeesport
- Resolution establishing regular council meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024
City Council approved a grant for fire station improvements and established the 2023-2024 meeting schedule. Two bills regarding real estate tax charges and a liquor license transfer were tabled. The Mayor reported a new garbage hauling contract with Big’s Sanitation.
- Approved Resolution 2023-002 for $25,000 grant for Fire Station Number 2 improvements (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-001 establishing regular meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the November 2, 2022 regular meeting (7-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 23-001 regarding real estate tax charge waivers (7-0)
- Tabled Resolution 2023-003 regarding a restaurant liquor license transfer (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will consider four bills: a resolution to set meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024, a resolution accepting a $25,000 state grant for facility upgrades at Fire Station No. 2, an ordinance waiving additional real estate tax charges under Act 57 of 2022, and a resolution approving the transfer of a restaurant liquor license from Moon Township into McKeesport.
- $25,000 grant from PA DCED for improvements at McKeesport Fire Station No. 2
- Ordinance to waive additional real estate tax charges under Act 57 of 2022
- Transfer of restaurant liquor license R-15673 from Moon Township into McKeesport
- Resolution establishing regular meeting dates for 2023 and January 2024
Council tabled a resolution to transfer liquor license R-15673 into the city to allow the applicant to coordinate with Community Development regarding zoning and occupancy. Several other bills were introduced for future consideration, including a grant for fire station improvements and a real estate tax ordinance.
- Tabled Bill #4: Transfer of Restaurant Liquor License R-15673 from Township of Moon
- Introduced Bill #1: Establishing regular City Council meetings for 2023 and January 2024
- Introduced Bill #2: $25,000 grant agreement with PA Department of Community and Economic Development for Fire Station Number 2 improvements
- Introduced Bill #3: Ordinance enacting Act 57 of 2022 regarding pro-rated real estate tax charges