The Mayor's LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender) Advisory Council

Mission:
The mission of the LGBT Advisory Council is to serve and advise the Mayor as well as advocate for equality of all persons with regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

LGBT Advisory Council PDF Brochure

About:
The Mayor’s LGBT Advisory Council was formed in September 2009 under the auspices of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl to address the needs of the LGBT Community. The nine member Council meet monthly and have quarterly meetings with the Mayor.

Governing Documents:
City Ordinance No. 28 (2005)
Pittsburgh Code Title One, Article IX, Ch. 180

Board Makeup:

• 9 members
• Appointed by Mayor, City of Pittsburgh
• Representation must be considerate of all members of the LGBT community
• 1 member from the City's Human Relations Commission

Board Members:

• Susan Haugh, Chair/Spokesperson
• Scott Stegman, Secretary/Incoming Chair
• Elise Delong
• Roy Matway
• Wendi Miller
• Mark Penney
• Mairin Petrone
• Amanda Rubio
• Rev. Deryck Tines.

Residency Requirements:

• Must be a City resident or have principal place of business in the City.

Compensation:
None.

Meetings:
Once a month.

Contact Info:

Jim Sheppard
jim.sheppard@city.pittsburgh.pa.us

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