Bethany Hallam
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 15
- Total speaking time
- 1:30:33
- Avg per meeting
- 6:02
- Segments
- 1389
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Top issues during term (20)
Paid Parental Leave Advocacy
Employers with 15+ employees bear the cost — roughly 0.5% of payroll under an insurance model, or $18,000-$25,000 per leave event if self-funded, by public testimony estimates.
2027 Proposed Operating Budget & Fiscal Plan
The levy sets how much county property tax homeowners and businesses pay in 2027 — the exact figures aren't final yet.
public safety events
Local event organizers and vendors took a sudden hit when Friday's activities were scrapped.
Proposed Springdale AI Data Center Development
Substantial private investment by developers alongside potential public health and environmental remediation costs.
Regulation of AI-Generated Content in County Elections
Negligible impact on county administrative costs, though enforcement may require minor oversight.
election guide
It's totally free, but staying informed helps ensure tax dollars are spent the way you want.
police misconduct
Taxpayers could easily end up footing the bill for a costly civil rights lawsuit if the officer's actions are deemed illegal.
transit infrastructure closure
Closing the tunnel saves the transit agency money on repairs, but drivers might waste more gas and time sitting in diverted traffic.
Tax Bill Disclosure Bill of Rights
No direct cost to taxpayers — this is about making tax bills clearer, not changing what's owed.
Jail Safety and PREA Codification
Rising jail costs are a year-over-year budget pressure the county is trying to manage through population reduction.
South Side Summer Street Closure and Security Policy
Costs associated with enhanced security personnel, barriers, and drone monitoring.
election preview
While voting itself is free, the outcomes could impact local taxes, municipal spending, and public investments in your area.
election results
How your tax dollars get spent might look pretty different soon as these new heavyweights take the reins.
U.S. Steel hot strip mill air permit in Braddock
A cited Boston College study estimates PM2.5 pollution reduced economic opportunity for kids born in southwestern Pennsylvania by $2.7 billion in 2019 alone.
local elections
Depending on who wins, tax dollars and city budgets could shift toward entirely different priorities, hitting your wallet directly.
infrastructure failure
Expect your water bills or local taxes to eventually cover these endless emergency pipe patches.
housing plan
It could save you money in the long run by tackling high housing costs and stabilizing the local market.
Safety and Conditions in HUD-Assisted Housing
Potential costs to landlords for repairs or relocation, and potential acquisition costs if properties are brought into public housing.
police staffing and emergency response
Taxpayers could end up footing bills for repeated property repairs and potential lawsuits if emergency services keep dropping the ball.
Park Land Acquisitions and Trail Renaming
Not specified on the agenda; land acceptance may carry future maintenance costs for the parks department.
Decisions during term (159)
Recorded while Hallam was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Ordinance 13956-26 — Jurassic Alcove continued use, South Park
Ordinance 13997-26 — White Oak Animal Safe Haven continued use
Ordinance 14007-26 — Boyce Park trail renamed 'The Rainforest Trail'
Ordinance 14008-26 — Acceptance of 32 acres at Settlers Cabin Park
Ordinance 14009-26 — Acceptance of 26 Allegheny Land Trust parcels at North Park
Ordinance 14045-26 — Allegheny County Budo-kai continued use, South Park
Ordinance 14046-26 — Mon Valley Express Drum & Bugle Corps continued use, South Park
Ordinance 14047-26 — South Park Theatre continued use
Approval of minutes of the September 8, 2026 regular meeting (14091-26)
AI campaign content ordinance (14050-26)
Health Department rules revision — Article VI, Houses and Community Environment (14036-26)
Health Department rules revision — Article XV, Plumbing and Building Drainage (14037-26)
Paid sick leave and paid parental leave ordinance (14083-26)
Rename Human Relations Commission (13895-26)
Receive and file September Executive actions report (14092-26)
Approval of minutes of the August 18, 2026 regular meeting (14080-26)
Approval of minutes of the August 25, 2026 regular meeting (14081-26)
Waive second reading of Resolution 14084-26 (Duquesne Light / IBEW Local 29)
Resolution 14084-26 supporting resolution of the Duquesne Light / IBEW Local 29 impasse
Adjournment
Voting record (86)
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that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
that this matter be Passed for Chief Executive Signature
Ordinance 13956-26 — Jurassic Alcove continued use, South Park
Passed for Chief Executive Signature
Passed for Chief Executive Signature as amended
Passed for Chief Executive Signature
Passed for Chief Executive Signature
Passed for Chief Executive Signature
AI campaign content ordinance (14050-26)
Health Department rules revision — Article VI, Houses and Community Environment (14036-26)
Paid sick leave and paid parental leave ordinance (14083-26)
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