# Allegheny County Board of Health Meeting, September 6, 2023


**Body:** Allegheny County
**Date:** September 05, 2023
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Environment, Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The Allegheny County Board of Health meeting on September 6, 2023, included extensive discussions on public health initiatives, environmental concerns, and community engagement. Key procurement-related topics involved the approval of grant-funded projects to promote electrification of municipal fleet vehicles, including electric street sweepers and garbage trucks, targeting 32 municipalities affected by air pollution regulations. The board approved multiple projects funded through the clean air fund, emphasizing emission reductions and infrastructure support. Additionally, updates were provided on food safety program improvements, including new fee schedules, classification systems, and enhanced online resources for permit applications. Public comments highlighted concerns about air quality enforcement, housing conditions, and the need for greater transparency and community involvement in health department decisions. The board also discussed the creation of a housing advisory committee to improve community engagement and oversight of housing-related health regulations. Motions to approve the fleet electrification projects and other agenda items were passed by vote during the meeting.

**Source:** Allegheny County