Councilman Botta Presents Proclamation to NSCHC at Gala
Councilman Jordan Botta presents Allegheny County Council Proclamation to Chris Rosselot, President, NSCHC Board of Directors
At the North Side Christian Health Center’s Gala on Thursday, September 19, District 13 Council Representative Jordan Botta presented a proclamation from Allegheny County Council recognizing NSCHC’s enduring commitment to inclusive, high-quality health care.
The proclamation highlights the profound difference NSCHC continues to make in the lives of thousands of residents across the Northside and beyond. From medical and dental services to behavioral health and spiritual care, NSCHC remains a trusted resource for individuals and families, regardless of their ability to pay.
Receiving this recognition at our Gala—a night dedicated to celebrating community, care, and compassion—was especially meaningful. It underscores the importance of our mission and honors the dedication of our staff, volunteers, supporters, and partners who make our work possible every day.
We are deeply grateful to Councilman Botta and Allegheny County Council for this honor, and we look forward to continuing to build healthier futures together.
A Proclamation honoring the North Side Christian Health Center Annual Gala
WHEREAS, the North Side Christian Health Center (NSCHC) was founded in 1993 by three dedicated physicians on East Ohio Street, responding to a spiritual calling to deliver healing grounded in Christian principles; and
WHEREAS, local partners including Allegheny Center Alliance Church, Mercy Hospital, PNC Bank, and many community members came together to support the founding of a healthcare provider committed to equity and dignity; and
WHEREAS, NSCHC now operates as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and serves over 4,000 patients annually, offering medical, dental, and behavioral health services to every patient regardless of their ability to pay; and
WHEREAS, 70 percent of NSCHC’s patients identify as racial or ethnic minorities, nearly all live below 200 percent of the federal poverty level, approximately five percent are unhoused, and 13 percent are uninsured; and
WHEREAS, the community served by NSCHC is federally designated as medically underserved and experiencing a shortage of providers; and
WHEREAS, NSCHC continues to expand its reach by operating a satellite office in Northview Heights, the only FQHC located within a public housing community in the region; and
WHEREAS, the 2025 Annual Gala celebrates this mission of compassionate, community-centered care and includes reflections from leaders and advocates across Allegheny County;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Allegheny County Council member Jordan Botta, do proudly recognize and honor the North Side Christian Health Center (NSCHC) for its over 30 years of service to our region. We commend NSCHC’s commitment to inclusive, high-quality health care and the profound difference it continues to make in the lives of thousands of residents across the Northside and beyond. We offer our sincere congratulations on this year’s gala and extend our gratitude to all who support this essential mission.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto caused the seal of the County of Allegheny to be affixed this 18th day of September 2025.
Attest:
Patrick J. Catena
President of Council
Jordan Botta