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:

• James Overton, Chairman
• Term expires 1.31.2008
• James Herring, Vice Chair
• Term expires 1.31.2008
• Gregg Kander, Attorney at Law
• Term expires 1.31.2008
• Richard Bellesario
• Term expires 1.31.2008
• Earl Brooks
• Term expires 7.31.2008
• Sean Finch
  • Term expires 10.31.2012
• Marvin Leibowitz
• Term expires 7.31.2008
• Marc Little
• Term expires 7.31.2008
• Bilita McIntosh
• Term expires 12.31.2007
• Tonya Payne
  • Term expires 1.31.2012
• Margaret Ringel-Baker
• Term expires 12.31.2007

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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