Board of the Sports and Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Meeting Minutes
The board meeting focused on several operational and maintenance approvals for the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Key resolutions included the purchase of new thermal coffee urns and heated banquet carts, the selection of a preferred vendor for audio/visual services, and the authorization to replace garage revenue control equipment. Additionally, the board approved multiple infrastructure repairs, including heating system maintenance, a kitchen boiler replacement, wastewater treatment change orders, door hardware installations, exterior steel painting design, and cooling tower roof drain installations. Lease extensions for YouthPlaces and CobblerWorld, LLC were also authorized, and the board received a monthly update on center operations and financial performance.
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Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Minutes of the Meeting
The Board approved several resolutions involving infrastructure repairs and maintenance at multiple facilities. Actions included authorizing change orders for air handling unit repairs at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, planning for roof cable system inspections, and reimbursing costs for locker room ceiling and painting at PNC Park. Additionally, the Board approved the replacement of dehumidification rotors at PPG Paints Arena, the replacement of an exterior sliding gate at the North Shore Garage, and an extension of the operating agreement for Lot Green 21. A new parking study for the Lower Hill District was commissioned, and landscaping maintenance and power washing services for the Tribute to Children memorial were authorized, with reimbursement provided by the Colcom Foundation. The Board also received an operational update regarding the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Mar 12, 2026·Board meeting
Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Minutes of the Meeting
The Board meeting addressed various infrastructure and operational matters for the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, including air handling unit repairs, lobby door replacements, roll door maintenance, and electrical circuit breaker upgrades. The Board authorized agreements for the removal of derelict boats along the North Shore Riverfront Park and consented to a change of control for entities associated with PPG Paints Arena. Additionally, the Board approved a one-year contract extension for exclusive beverage services and authorized nineteen grants under the Sports Event Grants Program to support local regional events, alongside receiving a monthly status update on convention center operations.
Feb 12, 2026·Board meeting
Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Minutes of the Meeting
The board conducted an election of officers and approved several resolutions concerning capital projects. Discussion topics included procurement for the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, such as rooftop tent components, a forklift battery replacement, ballroom LED dimmer panel upgrades, and sump tank cleaning. Additional resolutions covered PNC Park renovations, including locker room wet space improvements and carpet replacement, as well as North Shore Garage maintenance projects involving special inspection services and the removal of boilers and water tanks. Finally, the board approved the 2026 operating and capital budgets for the North Shore Riverfront Park.
