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Meet Chelsa Wagner
As the County’s top fiscal officer, Controller Chelsa Wagner leads the fight against inefficient and inequitable spending, working to root out fraud, waste and abuse in County government.
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Even in a difficult time, it is important to be thankful for what we have. We must also remember those who may be struggling this holiday season. Please consider reaching out to those who may be isolated, and if you are able, helping Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Fill A Plate for those in need.
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My Letter to the Editor in today's Pittsburgh Post-Gazette points out that longstanding calls for greater cooperation between our City and County governments are going unheeded and even being reversed, despite the great need for government efficiency during the economic downturn.
While my office has administered a successful joint City-County financial management system since 2012, the City--despite a budget deficit and lacking an IT director--is preparing to go it alone. Millions spent by the City to date will be for naught, costs and services will be duplicated, and City taxpayers will be on the hook for two systems instead of one. This is the opposite of the direction we should be going.
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Experts’ urging on consolidation is falling on deaf ears
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I read with great interest the letter from Carlow University professors Howard A. Stern and Enrique Mu, “It May Be Time to Consolidate City, County...Maybe the city should separate itself from the county or everyone else should succeed from the county. Face it the county provides no real services to residents outside the city.
I would Agree if we move the County Seat back to Greensburg Pa.
They should have disbanded the Mayor, City Council and all city services years ago and merged into the county for the benefit of everyone in our region. Please let’s get it done!
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My LTE in @PittsburghPG points out that the upcoming reversal of a successful City-County collaboration is the opposite of the direction we should going in trying times.
Experts’ urging on consolidation is falling on deaf ears
I read with great interest the letter from Carlow University professors Howard A. Stern and Enrique Mu, “It May Be Time to Consolidate City, Cou...
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Read about the Fine and Fee Workshop recently conducted by District Judge Mik Pappas, which helped 29 local residents resolve court debt w/o long-term financial burdens. Part of the Fine and Fee initiative led by my office and Councilwoman Bethany Hallam.
New workshop helps Pittsburgh residents satisfy court debt
The judge, pro-bono attorneys and community groups worked with attendees to satisfy their outstanding court fines and costs through a restorative appr...
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Even in a difficult time, it is important to be thankful for what we have. We must also remember those who may be struggling this holiday season. Please consider reaching out to those who may be isolated, and if you are able, helping Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Fill A Plate for those in need.
secure.qgiv.com/for/gbfdef2st/info/hero-image/?_ga=2.152178431.79855227.1606405347-1670824905.160...
My Letter to the Editor in today's Pittsburgh Post-Gazette points out that longstanding calls for greater cooperation between our City and County governments are going unheeded and even being reversed, despite the great need for government efficiency during the economic downturn.
While my office has administered a successful joint City-County financial management system since 2012, the City--despite a budget deficit and lacking an IT director--is preparing to go it alone. Millions spent by the City to date will be for naught, costs and services will be duplicated, and City taxpayers will be on the hook for two systems instead of one. This is the opposite of the direction we should be going.
READ MORE:
Experts’ urging on consolidation is falling on deaf ears
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I read with great interest the letter from Carlow University professors Howard A. Stern and Enrique Mu, “It May Be Time to Consolidate City, County...Maybe the city should separate itself from the county or everyone else should succeed from the county. Face it the county provides no real services to residents outside the city.
I would Agree if we move the County Seat back to Greensburg Pa.
They should have disbanded the Mayor, City Council and all city services years ago and merged into the county for the benefit of everyone in our region. Please let’s get it done!
Tremendous thanks to District Judge Mik Pappas for conducting Allegheny County's first Fine and Fee Workshop, which helped 29 residents with outstanding court fines and fees reach agreements to meet their obligations without long-term financial burdens on them and their families. Especially as the COVID economic downturn continues and worsens, efforts such as this can be critical to the well-being of families and communities. Stay tuned for more efforts of Allegheny County's Fine and Fee initiative, led by my office and Bethany Hallam, Allegheny County Council, At Large.
New workshop helps Pittsburgh residents satisfy court debt
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The judge, pro-bono attorneys and community groups worked with attendees to satisfy their outstanding court fines and costs through a restorative approach.
The extreme challenge that was ably met by our Allegheny County poll workers and Elections Division staff can't be overstated, and they are owed a debt of gratitude by all who value our democratic process. Amid a nearly wholly new elections process, a public health crisis, record voter turnout, and international media scrutiny, a monumental task was carried out carefully and in as timely a fashion as possible given the hurdles imposed by state law.
My own staff has now turned to the task of making sure these dedicated workers are paid for their service as quickly as possible. As we are operating under many of the same challenges, we ask for your patience, but please do not hesitate to contact us with questions or problems. You have served us well, and we are here to serve you.
Please work on the drop off system after the polls close. That’s a long walk at South Park from our vehicles, stand over an hour to have our cases taken and proceed on into the building for further processing. This after being on our feet from 6am and not getting home till 11:45pm. Proud of the job we do and know that you constantly had changes this year. The process was much longer than truly it ever has been. Appreciate your future consideration.🇺🇸
HEARS A TEX, YOU ARE DA BEST! THANK YOU EVY BOD DEE! SMOOCHIES! FRM (Gangsta granny)
Thank you to you and your staff for all your hard work
Thanks for all of your hard work!!!
You always pay us so fast and its greatly appreciated
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Guessing you're talking about the ones that violated a Supreme Court order, and committed voter fraud.
Ok but when do we get paid we worked last Tuesday for 15 hours
I was up at 5:00am worked all day No Food, No Drink. Worked till 9:00pm, then went to South Park to drop my Black Box of Election Votes, Stood 2 HOURS IN LINE IN THE COLD TO GET UP TO DOOR FOR TURNOVER OF VOTES AND CHAIN OF CUSTODY PACK. WHY IS THERE NO CHAIN OF CUSTODY FOR PAPER BALLADS?
Got paid today! Thanks for getting checks out so quickly!
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My LTE in @PittsburghPG points out that the upcoming reversal of a successful City-County collaboration is the opposite of the direction we should going in trying times.
Experts’ urging on consolidation is falling on deaf ears
I read with great interest the letter from Carlow University professors Howard A. Stern and Enrique Mu, “It May Be Time to Consolidate City, Cou...
bit.ly
Read about the Fine and Fee Workshop recently conducted by District Judge Mik Pappas, which helped 29 local residents resolve court debt w/o long-term financial burdens. Part of the Fine and Fee initiative led by my office and Councilwoman Bethany Hallam.
New workshop helps Pittsburgh residents satisfy court debt
The judge, pro-bono attorneys and community groups worked with attendees to satisfy their outstanding court fines and costs through a restorative appr...
bit.ly
Thank you to all veterans for your service.
The extreme challenge that was ably met by our Allegheny County poll workers and Elections Division staff can't be overstated, and they are owed a debt of gratitude by all who value our democratic process. Thank you all!
DON'T LET THE CLOCK RUN OUT! About 100,000 mail ballots requested by Allegheny County voters have yet to be returned. If you still have a mail-in ballot, BRING IT! 542 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15219
The most important thing for voters to do at this point to ensure their vote counts is to ‘Bring It!,’ either to the drop box at the County Office Building or to their regular polling location on Election Day.
My new Taxpayer Alert provides an update on the effects of the economic downturn on County finances. The County should be close to breaking even for 2020, but property assessment appeals & reductions in Drink/Car Rental tax are challenges. READ MORE:
COVID-19 Taxpayer Alert
As it has for families, businesses, and communities across our region and nation, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a challenge to County gove...
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My audit of @HealthAllegheny Clean Air Act permitting showed improvement over an audit five years before, but more progress yet to be made. I am pleased we were able to help identify this issue of concern and lead to these improvements. READ MORE:
WAGNER’S AUDIT SHOWS ENCOURAGING STEPS IN HEALTH DEPT. AIR PERMITTING EFFORTS - Allegheny County
Allegheny County Controller Chelsa Wagner said her office’s audit of the County Health Department’s (ACHD) Clean Air Act permitting progra...
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While @PghFoodBank has been absolutely indispensable in the current crisis we face, it has been a lifeline for many in our community for decades. TODAY AT 10 A.M. visit https://t.co/Fu6nCWqyme to learn about this vital organization's exciting plans for the future and how to help!
While we cannot come together in person this year, I stand with our brothers and sisters in organized labor today and every today in favor of dignity and safety in the workplace. @AlleghenyLabor @PaAFL_CIO
