Equal Opportunity Review Commission (EORC)

Function:
The Equal Opportunity Review Commission (EORC) reviews and approves all applicable construction contracts for compliance with Chapter 161 of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, as well as the contractor's compliance with City of Pittsburgh's policies regarding minority and women business enterprise opportunities. It also develops policies regarding employment opportunities for minorities and women in contracting with the City of Pittsburgh and its Authorities.

Governing Documents:
Pittsburgh Code Title One, Article IX, Ch. 177A

Board Makeup:

• 11 members
• All appointed by Mayor

Board Members:

• Richard Bellesario
• Term expires 5.31.2012
• Jennifer Danquist
• Term Expires 5.31.2014
• Sean Finch
  • Term Expires 10.31.2012
• James Herring, Vice Chair
• Term Expires 5.31.2014
• Gregg Kander
• Term Expires 5.31.2012
• Marvin Leibowitz
• Term Expires 5.31.2012
• Marc Little
  • Term Expires 5.31.2014
• Jason Matthews
• Term Expires 5.31.2014
• James Overton, Chair
• Term Expires 5.31.2014
• Tonya Payne
• Term Expires 1.31.2012
• Margaret Ringel Baker
• Term Expires 5.31.2014

Residency Requirements:
None.

Compensation:
None, except $5/meeting for parking

Meetings:
Third Wednesday of each month

Contact Info: 412-255-8804

Website: http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/eorc/

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