Established by the Home Rule Charter January 1, 2000, Allegheny County Council is the legislative branch of the county government, consisting of fifteen elected officials serving four-year terms. Thirteen members are elected by district and two elected county-wide.

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Council controls Allegheny County's spending, taxation, and ordinances. Your representative legislates your day-to-day issues ranging from road and bridge improvements to property taxes, mine subsidence, county parks, and the county 911 services. Visit the Council Newsletter to learn more. 

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Powers and duties of the Council include:

• Approving and amending legislation

• Adopting balanced budgets each year

• Permitting use of county property

• Levying taxes and fees

• Confirming or rejecting appointments for county agencies and authorities

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