Councilmember

R. Daniel Lavelle

District 6 · Serving since 2018

Councilmember Details

District
District 6
Serving Since
2018
Attendance
97% as of Sep 9, 2026
2026 Non-routine bills sponsored
8

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Sponsored Legislation

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FileTitleStatusSponsorBodyAgenda
2026-0863Extends the term of the Acting Chief of the Bureau of Fire for 90 additional days, to run through December 8, 2026.Resolution · appointment, routineMayor's Office for SignatureR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0811Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 362 of 2025, as amended, entitled “Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 539 of 2016, as amended, entitled "authorizing the Mayor, City Clerk and/or Director of the Department of Innovation and Performance to enter into a Contract or Contracts or Agreement or Agreements with Granicus, Inc., for software upgrades, server hosting services and annual maintenance of Legistar agenda management and video streaming" in order to extend the contract an additional 12 months, for an additional cost of sixty -four thousand eighty-seven dollars and sixty-three cents ($64,087.63) for a total cost not to exceed five hundred sixty-two thousand one hundred seventy-five dollars and seventy cents ($562,175.70).” in order to extend the contract an additional 3 years, for an additional cost of two hundred thirty-three thousand three hundred fourty-three dollars and four cents ($233,343.04) for a new total cost not to exceed seven hundred ninety-five five hundred eighteen dollars and seventy-four cents ($795,518.74).ResolutionHeld in Standing CommitteeR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Innovation, Performance, Asset Management, and TechnologyNot agendized
2026-0775Declares August 22, 2026 to be “Vera Mae Williams Threet Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0766Declares July 21, 2026 to be “Yvonne F. Brown Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0735Resolution transferring the amount of twenty thousand seven hundred ninety-three dollars and seventy-three cents ($20,793.73) within the 2026 Operating Budget from City Council Districts Supplies, Postage to the Department of Finance Supplies, Postage to account for the cost of postage meter usage and stamps for the months of January through June.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2026-0715Declares July 1, 2026 to be “Younger Brothers Bar Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0714Ordinance amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Nine, Zoning Code, Article V, Use Regulations, Chapter 911, Primary Uses, Section 911.04, Use Standards, Subsection A.41(b)(6), Multi-Suite Residential (General) in the UC-E District, is hereby amended to add a new Subsection, A.41(b)(6)(c). (Report & Recommendation sent to the Planning Commission on 7/22/26)OrdinanceReported from Standing CommitteeR. Daniel LavelleCommission - Planning CommissionNot agendized
2026-0692Declares June 30, 2026 to be “Idella L. Michaels Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0574Resolution approving the recommendation made by the Director of the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure that the concrete portion of Allegheny Ave situated North of, and beginning at the intersection of N. Franklin Ave and ending at 1631 Allegheny Ave at the termination of this Northerly block, should be paved with asphalt in accordance with Section 417.06 of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Public Works and InfrastructureNot agendized
2026-0545Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Ashley Robinson, as Assistant City Clerk of the City of Pittsburgh, for a three year term to expire May 30, 2029.Appointment-Requiring Vote · appointment, routineApprovedR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0490Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh City Code, Title I: Administrative, Article V: Legislation, Chapter 154 Records Management Division, by adding a new Section 154.03 Records Retention Schedules.OrdinancePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2026-0489Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title I: Administrative, Article IX: Boards, Commissions and Authorities, Chapter 179D: Records Management Advisory Commission, by repealing Chapter 179D in its entirety.OrdinancePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2026-0458Resolution reappointing the Honorable Barbara Warwick as a board member of the Equipment Leasing Authority (ELA) for a term to expire on June 15, 2031.Appointment-Requiring Vote · appointment, routinePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0457Resolution reappointing the Honorable Anthony Coghill as a board member of the Equipment Leasing Authority (ELA) for a term to expire on June 15, 2031.Appointment-Requiring Vote · appointment, routinePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0422WHEREAS, Friday, May 15, 2026 has been designated as the 28th Annual “Take A Father to School Day” in the Pittsburgh Public Schools; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0376WHEREAS, John Geiger is a Pittsburgh-born designer and entrepreneur who grew up in the city and attended Sto-Rox High School, where he helped lead the Vikings to a Pennsylvania State Basketball Championship, before continuing his education at Point Park University where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice; andProclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0367WHEREAS, this year marks the 21st anniversary of Pittsburgh's designation as a Tree City USA, a testament to our unwavering commitment to maintaining and enhancing our urban tree canopy; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0345WHEREAS, Amen Corner, a historic Pittsburgh networking organization dating back to 1870, will be holding its annual Judicial Reception on April 14, 2026, where the Honorable Michael E. McCarthy will receive the prestigious Robert E. Dauer Award of Judicial Leadership and Excellence; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0344WHEREAS, Amen Corner, a historic Pittsburgh networking organization dating back to 1870, will be holding its annual Judicial Reception on April 14, 2026, where David A. Blaner will be honored with the prestigious Judge James R. McGregor Award; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0331Extends the term of the Acting Director of the Department of Innovation and Performance for 90 additional days, to run through July 4, 2026.Resolution · appointment, routinePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0313WHEREAS, the week of April 6-10, 2026, has been designated as National Community Development Week to celebrate the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and other federal Community Planning and Development funds; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2026-0232Resolution appointing the Honorable Barbara Warwick as a board member of the Equipment Leasing Authority (ELA) for a term to expire on June 15, 2026. Barbara Warwick will fill the seat vacated by Peter McDevitt.Appointment-Requiring Vote · appointment, routinePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2026-0040Ordinance Directing the Allegheny County Board of Elections to place before the qualified voters of the City of Pittsburgh at the 2026 May Primary Election a referendum question, “Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article Three, Legislative Branch, be amended by changing public hearing notice requirements to adjust the public hearing notice requirements in light of changes in the public's consumption of newspapers of general circulation and increased use of digital media?”OrdinancePassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2026-0039Ordinance directing the Allegheny County Board of Elections to place before the qualified voters of the City of Pittsburgh at the 2026 May Primary Election a referendum question, “Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article Three, Legislative Branch, be amended by changing the budget approval rules to ensure timely passage at the end of legislative sessions?” (Public Hearing held 1/27/26)OrdinanceHeld in Standing CommitteeR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-2668Declares Tuesday, December 16, 2025 to be “Theresa Kail Smith Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2667Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Two: Fiscal, Article Five: Special Funds, Section 237.03: Establishment of the “Stop the Violence Fund”, to institute a change pause in the fund schedule for budget year 2026, and resuming the fund schedule in 2027.OrdinanceDied due to expiration of legislative council sessionR. Daniel Lavelle, Theresa Kail-SmithCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-2666NOW THEREFORE, Ed Gainey, Mayor of Pittsburgh, and City of Pittsburgh Councilman Khari Mosley, do hereby proclaim December 16, 2025, as "2025 USO City League Football Champions Day" in the City of Pittsburgh, honoring the significant victory of the USO football team and celebrating their contributions to the spirit of competition, teamwork, and community pride.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, Khari Mosley, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2638Declares December 9, 2025 to be “Advocates for African-American Students in the Pittsburgh Public Schools Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2596WHEREAS, Allegheny County has not conducted a countywide property reassessment since 2012- now more than a decade ago-despite significant shifts in market values across neighborhoods, business districts, and municipalities; and,Will of Council · routine, will-of-councilAdoptedR. Daniel LavelleCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2544Declares Monday, November 24th, 2025, to be “D.J. Afterthought Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2422WHEREAS, Darlene Cash is retiring in November 2025 after years of devoted service to the visitors and employees of the City-County Building; and,Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2415Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh, to enter into an amended and restated Community Collaboration and Implementation Plan for the Lower Hill Redevelopment, at no cost to the City.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Land Use and Economic DevelopmentNot agendized
2025-2344Declares October 18, 2025 to be “Iota Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2285Declares September 27, 2025 to be “Fifth Avenue High Class of 1965 Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2250Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine - Zoning, Article V, Use Regulations, Chapter 911: Primary Uses, to add Retail: Tobacco, Inhalant, and Cannabinoids, to add specific requirements and conditional use application requirements. (Sent to the Planning Commission for a report & recommendation on 10/15/25) (Report & recommendation received on 04/9/26) (Public Hearing held 05/26/26)OrdinancePassed FinallyBobby Wilson, R. Daniel Lavelle, Robert Charland, Erika Strassburger, Theresa Kail-SmithCommittee on Land Use and Economic DevelopmentNot agendized
2025-2246Resolution authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Department of Finance, on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh, to enter into a Cooperation Agreement with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh to document local cooperation and the Housing Authority’s agreement to make payments in lieu of taxes for Bedford Dwellings Phase III housing development.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-2198Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title II: Fiscal, Article V: Special Funds, Chapter 236: Workforce Development Fund, by amending Section 236.01 – Establishment of the Workforce Development Fund, to allow the Department of Human Resources to manage and direct the Fund with the Office of Management and Budget, and Section 236.03 - Priorities to create additional allowable uses of the Fund’s assets.OrdinancePassed FinallyBarbara Warwick, R. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-2193Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Kimberly D. Clark-Baskin as City Clerk of the City of Pittsburgh, for a three year term to expire September 6, 2028.Appointment-Requiring Vote · appointment, routineApprovedR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Hearings and PolicyNot agendized
2025-2053Declares the week of July 6-13 to be “FROGS Club Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-2049Resolution approving the recommendation made by the Director of the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure that the concrete portion of Second Avenue from Bates Street to Brady Street be paved with asphalt in accordance with Section 417.06 of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances.ResolutionPassed FinallyRobert Charland, R. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Public Works and InfrastructureNot agendized
2025-1976Ordinance supplementing the Pittsburgh Code, Title 6: Conduct, Article 1: Regulated Rights and Actions by adding a new section 629 providing for the assessment of a civil fine for engaging in sex work in the City of Pittsburgh.OrdinancePassed FinallyBarbara Warwick, R. Daniel Lavelle, Erika Strassburger, Deborah L. Gross, Khari MosleyCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-1975Ordinance amending Title 6: Conduct, Article V: Discrimination, Chapter 651: Findings and Policy, and Chapter 659: Unlawful Practices to restrict discrimination in medical care on the basis of gender identity.OrdinancePassed FinallyBarbara Warwick, R. Daniel Lavelle, Erika Strassburger, Deborah L. Gross, Khari MosleyCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2025-1974Ordinance amending Title 6: Conduct, Article 1: Regulated Rights and Actions by adding a new Chapter 630 Providing for the De-Prioritization of Enforcement of Crimes Based on Identity Rather Than Conduct.OrdinancePassed FinallyBarbara Warwick, R. Daniel Lavelle, Erika Strassburger, Deborah L. Gross, Khari MosleyCommittee on Public Safety and WellnessNot agendized
2025-1971Resolution authorizing, pursuant to Chapter 173 of the Pittsburgh City Code, the naming of Room 902 of the City-County Building to the John R. Sibbet Conference Room. (Public Hearing held 10/2/25)ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Recreation, Youth, and Senior ServicesNot agendized
2025-1956Ordinance repealing and re-enacting the Pittsburgh Code, Title Two, Fiscal, Article Five, Special Funds, Chapter 237, Stop the Violence Fund, to restructure the Chapter, further set forth the Steering Committee, and to define Community-Based Organizations, Extreme-Need or High-Need Community and to establish guidelines for disbursement of funds.OrdinancePassed FinallyR. Daniel Lavelle, Khari MosleyCommittee on Public Safety and WellnessNot agendized
2025-1953Declares the month of June to be “Gun Violence Awareness Month” in the City of Pittsburgh.Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routineAdoptedR. Daniel Lavelle, All MembersCity CouncilNot agendized
2025-1923Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 539 of 2016, as amended, entitled “authorizing the Mayor, City Clerk and/or Director of the Department of Innovation and Performance to enter into a Contract or Contracts or Agreement or Agreements with Granicus, Inc., for software upgrades, server hosting services and annual maintenance of Legistar agenda management and video streaming” in order to extend the contract an additional 12 months, for an additional cost of sixty -four thousand eighty-seven dollars and sixty-three cents ($64,087.63) for a total cost not to exceed five hundred sixty-two thousand one hundred seventy-five dollars and seventy cents ($562,175.70).ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Innovation, Performance, Asset Management, and TechnologyNot agendized
2025-1854Resolution amending and supplementing Resolution entitled, "Resolution establishing a Task Force on Sustainable Funding for the Pittsburgh Land Bank to develop recommendations for long-term financial stability," by establishing a Steering Committee to serve as the core body of the Task Force.ResolutionPassed FinallyBobby Wilson, R. Daniel Lavelle, Erika Strassburger, Khari Mosley, Anthony CoghillCommittee on Intergovernmental and Educational AffairsNot agendized
2025-1837Resolution authorizing Council’s consent to an extension, pursuant to § 922.05.D and § 922.05.E of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances (the “Zoning Code”), of the deadline for the Planning Commission and/or Council to act on Council Bill #2025-1417.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Land Use and Economic DevelopmentNot agendized
2025-1772Resolution amending and supplementing the Rules of Council to provide for contingent presiding officers over regular meetings of Council in the event of absences.ResolutionPassed FinallyR. Daniel LavelleCommittee on Finance and LawNot agendized
2026-0811Held in Standing Committee

Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 362 of 2025, as amended, entitled “Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 539 of 2016, as amended, entitled "authorizing the Mayor, City Clerk and/or Director of the Department of Innovation and Performance to enter into a Contract or Contracts or Agreement or Agreements with Granicus, Inc., for software upgrades, server hosting services and annual maintenance of Legistar agenda management and video streaming" in order to extend the contract an additional 12 months, for an additional cost of sixty -four thousand eighty-seven dollars and sixty-three cents ($64,087.63) for a total cost not to exceed five hundred sixty-two thousand one hundred seventy-five dollars and seventy cents ($562,175.70).” in order to extend the contract an additional 3 years, for an additional cost of two hundred thirty-three thousand three hundred fourty-three dollars and four cents ($233,343.04) for a new total cost not to exceed seven hundred ninety-five five hundred eighteen dollars and seventy-four cents ($795,518.74).

Resolution

Body
Committee on Innovation, Performance, Asset Management, and Technology
Agenda
Not agendized
2026-0714Reported from Standing Committee

Ordinance amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Nine, Zoning Code, Article V, Use Regulations, Chapter 911, Primary Uses, Section 911.04, Use Standards, Subsection A.41(b)(6), Multi-Suite Residential (General) in the UC-E District, is hereby amended to add a new Subsection, A.41(b)(6)(c). (Report & Recommendation sent to the Planning Commission on 7/22/26)

Ordinance

Body
Commission - Planning Commission
Agenda
Not agendized
2026-0574Passed Finally

Resolution approving the recommendation made by the Director of the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure that the concrete portion of Allegheny Ave situated North of, and beginning at the intersection of N. Franklin Ave and ending at 1631 Allegheny Ave at the termination of this Northerly block, should be paved with asphalt in accordance with Section 417.06 of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances.

Resolution

Body
Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure
Agenda
Not agendized
2026-0040Passed Finally

Ordinance Directing the Allegheny County Board of Elections to place before the qualified voters of the City of Pittsburgh at the 2026 May Primary Election a referendum question, “Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article Three, Legislative Branch, be amended by changing public hearing notice requirements to adjust the public hearing notice requirements in light of changes in the public's consumption of newspapers of general circulation and increased use of digital media?”

Ordinance

Body
Committee on Finance and Law
Agenda
Not agendized
2026-0039Held in Standing Committee

Ordinance directing the Allegheny County Board of Elections to place before the qualified voters of the City of Pittsburgh at the 2026 May Primary Election a referendum question, “Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article Three, Legislative Branch, be amended by changing the budget approval rules to ensure timely passage at the end of legislative sessions?” (Public Hearing held 1/27/26)

Ordinance

Body
Committee on Finance and Law
Agenda
Not agendized
2025-2666Adopted

NOW THEREFORE, Ed Gainey, Mayor of Pittsburgh, and City of Pittsburgh Councilman Khari Mosley, do hereby proclaim December 16, 2025, as "2025 USO City League Football Champions Day" in the City of Pittsburgh, honoring the significant victory of the USO football team and celebrating their contributions to the spirit of competition, teamwork, and community pride.

Proclamation · ceremonial, proclamation, routine

Body
City Council
Agenda
Not agendized
2025-2250Passed Finally

Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code, Title Nine - Zoning, Article V, Use Regulations, Chapter 911: Primary Uses, to add Retail: Tobacco, Inhalant, and Cannabinoids, to add specific requirements and conditional use application requirements. (Sent to the Planning Commission for a report & recommendation on 10/15/25) (Report & recommendation received on 04/9/26) (Public Hearing held 05/26/26)

Ordinance

Body
Committee on Land Use and Economic Development
Agenda
Not agendized
2025-2198Passed Finally

Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title II: Fiscal, Article V: Special Funds, Chapter 236: Workforce Development Fund, by amending Section 236.01 – Establishment of the Workforce Development Fund, to allow the Department of Human Resources to manage and direct the Fund with the Office of Management and Budget, and Section 236.03 - Priorities to create additional allowable uses of the Fund’s assets.

Ordinance

Body
Committee on Finance and Law
Agenda
Not agendized
2025-1923Passed Finally

Resolution further amending and supplementing Resolution 539 of 2016, as amended, entitled “authorizing the Mayor, City Clerk and/or Director of the Department of Innovation and Performance to enter into a Contract or Contracts or Agreement or Agreements with Granicus, Inc., for software upgrades, server hosting services and annual maintenance of Legistar agenda management and video streaming” in order to extend the contract an additional 12 months, for an additional cost of sixty -four thousand eighty-seven dollars and sixty-three cents ($64,087.63) for a total cost not to exceed five hundred sixty-two thousand one hundred seventy-five dollars and seventy cents ($562,175.70).

Resolution

Body
Committee on Innovation, Performance, Asset Management, and Technology
Agenda
Not agendized

Attendance by Year

Regular and standing committee attendance combined for each calendar year.

YearAttendedEligibleAttendance
20266363100%
2025919794%
2024969898%
2023939895%
2022929795%
2021909199%
2020838499%
2019192190%

Election History

Election results grouped by the term race when that information is available.

RaceElectionDateVotesVote Share
2018-2021GeneralNov 7, 20173,24198.4%
2022-2025PrimaryMay 18, 20213,61498.1%
2026-2029GeneralNov 4, 20255,68688.7%