Allegheny County Controller

03/19/2026

The County’s 7 percent Hotel Tax is applied on the gross receipts of all hotel stays in the county (including short-term rentals), and is restricted by law to initiatives related to promoting tourism to Allegheny County.

The Controller’s Office helps to ensure the benefits of this tax to the community through its audits of select businesses subject to the tax.

When football fans descend on Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft next month, among those scoring big will be the coffers of Allegheny County’s 7 percent Hotel Tax, which is applied on the gross receipts of all hotel stays in the county (including short-term rentals). The Controller’s Office helps to e...

02/25/2026

My sincere thanks to Director Erin Dalton for her service to Allegheny County as she departs Allegheny County Department of Human Services to pursue a new opportunity. I have always appreciated Director Dalton’s data-driven approach to providing critical services and her partnership in ensuring these programs have met high standards of transparency. Best of luck on your new endeavor!

--AWC

Dalton has spearheaded some of Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato's signature programs, including the "500 in 500" housing initiative.

01/05/2026

Upon the resignation of Corey O’Connor to become City of Pittsburgh mayor, Amy Weise Clements assumed the office of Allegheny County Controller. Weise Clements was appointed Deputy Controller by former Controller Chelsa Wagner in 2012 and by O’Connor in 2022.

Upon the resignation of Corey O’Connor to become City of Pittsburgh mayor, Amy Weise Clements assumed the office of Allegheny County Controller. Weise Clements was appointed Deputy Controller by former Controller Chelsa Wagner in 2012 and by O’Connor in 2022. Prior to this role, Amy was Budget D...

12/26/2025

Happy Kwanzaa, Allegheny County! 🕯️

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas, Allegheny County! 🎄

12/14/2025

Happy Hanukkah! Wishing everyone eight nights filled with light, warmth, and moments that shine bright with family, love, and celebration. May your candles burn bright and your hearts even brighter!

11/27/2025

We wish you a happy & enjoyable Thanksgiving with family & friends! 🦃

11/11/2025

Thank you, Veterans! 🫡🇺🇸

10/16/2025

Our audit found that the Department of Human Services (DHS) does not maintain a centralized waitlist for most mental health treatment programs, which could discourage individuals from seeking care. Read more about our latest audit at https://alleghenycontroller.com/press/county-dhs-waitlists/

10/01/2025

Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur — a day of reflection, forgiveness, and renewal. G’mar Chatima Tova. 🕊️

09/22/2025

Shanah Tovah! Wishing everyone a sweet, joyful & peaceful Rosh Hashanah as we welcome the Jewish New Year. 🍎🍯

09/11/2025

As our local air monitoring agency, the Allegheny County Health Department has made considerable progress in recent years in reducing the backlog of outstanding permits, but our review shows repeat concerns with timely permit issuance and accounting practices.

Read more at https://bit.ly/4pk996s