Thursday, October 28, 2021
Legislation acted on
Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.
- Bill 210205ENACTED
Amending Chapter 9 of Subcode PM (“The Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code”) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Additional Special Requirements,” to establish a program in which the Cit...
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 210549ENACTED
Approving an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the City Avenue Special Services District of Philadelphia and Lower Merion to extend the term of existence of the District to December 31, 20...
- Bill 210632ENACTED
Amending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Economic Opportunity Plans,” by establishing new definitions and clarifying the manner in which credit is given for M/W/DSBE participatio...
- Bill 210634ENACTED
To amend the Master Plan for the University of Pennsylvania by areas of land located within an area bounded by Guardian Drive, East Service Drive, Civic Center Boulevard, 34th Street, 33rd Street, Wal...
- Bill 210637ENACTED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14-800, entitled “Parking and Loading,” pertaining to parking requirements for use...
- Bill 210638ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 11th Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, to amend...
- Bill 210667ENACTED
Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to prohibit certain bonuses, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 210668ENACTED
Amending Section 14-504 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by expanding the existing Strawberry Mansion /NCO area to include an area bounded by Lehi...
- Bill 210671-AENACTED
Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions”, by adding a new Chapter requiring certain businesses or professions provide disclosures regardin...
- Bill 210687ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Trenton Avenue, Cambria Street, Tulip Street, and William Street.
- Bill 210742ENACTED
Amending Section 14-502 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District”, by amending certain height regulations and creating bulk and massing controls within the Benjamin Frank...
- Bill 210778-AAENACTED
To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-532, entitled the “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District” and making other related changes; to amend the Philadelphia Z...
- Bill 210808ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Oxford Avenue, Shelmire Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue (extended), Solly...
- Resolution 210851ADOPTED
Urging the U.S. Congress to maintain the proposed $5 billion in funding for gun violence prevention and other community violence interventions in the Build Back Better Act.
- Resolution 210852ADOPTED
Honoring Stephen K. Klasko upon the occasion of his retirement as President and Chief Executive Officer of Thomas Jefferson University (“Jefferson”) and congratulating him on his many accomplishments.
- Resolution 210853ADOPTED
Honoring and congratulating Champion of the Week, student-athlete Donta Scott, on his book, “Wired Differently: My School Journey” which helps young student-athletes and parents prepare for the recrui...
- Resolution 210854ADOPTED
Honoring Counseling or Assistance Services (CORA) for their semicentennial and their service to the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 210855ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- Resolution 210857ADOPTED
Recognizing NE Phila Connected, a community based non-profit organization, for piloting a catalytic convertor theft prevention program in Northeast Philadelphia.
- Bill 210861ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain portions of land located within an area bounded by Berks Street, Memphis Street, Wilt Street, and Tulip Street, all...
- Bill 210862-AENACTED
Amending Section 17-111, entitled “Energy Efficiency and Environmental Design in Construction of Buildings,” to update requirements and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 210863ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Huntingdon Street, Howard Street, Susquehanna Avenue, American Stre...
- Bill 210864ENACTED
Amending Subsection 19-2604(6) of The Philadelphia Code (“Credit for Contributions to Community Development Corporations, Nonprofit Organizations Engaged in Developing and Implementing Healthy Food In...
- Bill 210865ENACTED
Amending Section 14-514 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District,” to prohibit eligibility for floor area, height, and dwelling unit bonuses and to increase minimum par...
- Bill 210866IN COMMITTEE
Adding new subsections to Sections 12-102, 12-906.2, and 12-914 of The Philadelphia Code, allowing for the establishment of programs, by regulation, for use of loading zone parking spaces and metered...
- Bill 210867ENACTED
Amending Chapter 12-2700 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Permit Parking Districts,” by amending the boundaries for Permit Parking District 19, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 210868HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Chapter 9-4900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Prohibition on Use of Certain Bags By Retail Establishments,” to further define the term single-use plastic bag and add reporting provisions...
- Bill 210869ENACTED
Amending Section 14-525 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/SNM, South Ninth Street Market Overlay District,” to clarify existing provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 210870ENACTED
Amending Chapter 10-400 of The Philadelphia Code (“Noise and Excessive Vibration”) to establish a prohibition on loud noise emanating from a motor vehicle and to add a section authorizing use of an au...
- Resolution 210871ADOPTED
Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee 75th Anniversary of The Links, Incorporated.
- Resolution 210872ADOPTED
Honoring the Oak Lane Youth Association on the special occasion of its 50th Anniversary.
- Resolution 210873ADOPTED
Congratulating Sonia Sanchez on winning the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, one of the country’s most prestigious and generous arts honors.
- Resolution 210874ADOPTED
Also naming the 2400 block of W. Indiana Avenue as “Reverend Dr. A. W. Dock Way,” in honor of Reverend Dr. Albert Wilson Dock, to commemorate his legacy as a preacher, teacher, and evangelist.
- Resolution 210875ADOPTED
Also naming the 4300 block of Tower Street as “Josie D. Heard AMEC Way,” in honor of Josie D. Heard, to commemorate her legacy as an educator, author, hymnist, and as the namesake of the Josie D. Hear...
- Resolution 210876ADOPTED
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 3119 N. 35th Street in the Fourth Councilmanic Di...
- Resolution 210877ADOPTED
Appointing Maria González to the Board of Directors of the Philadelphia Land Bank.
- Resolution 210878ADOPTED
Recognizing November as Epilepsy Awareness Month.
- Resolution 210879ADOPTED
Recognizing and celebrating Women’s Community Revitalization Project on the 35th Anniversary of the organization’s incorporation.
- Resolution 210880ADOPTED
Memorializing and honoring the life of the late Walter Wallace, Jr., and recognizing the adoption of police reforms inspired by his death and the activism in his name.
- Resolution 210881ADOPTED
Authorizing the Committee of Global Opportunities and Creative/Innovative Economy to hold hearings to receive the report of the Arts and Culture task force formed by the committee, to learn about its...
- Resolution 210882ADOPTED
Honoring and congratulating Philadelphia Native, Kahleah Copper, as the Champion of the Week for being named WNBA Finals MVP and winning the WNBA title.
- Resolution 210883ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- Resolution 210884ADOPTED
Honoring the life and legacy of Colin L. Powell for his exemplary and outstanding service to the United States as a trailblazing military general, statesman, and public servant.
- Resolution 210885ADOPTED
Recognizing October 2021 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 210886ADOPTED
Designating October 1st as “Latin American Entrepreneur Day” in recognition of the successful “Latin America Thrives in Philadelphia” event.
- Resolution 210887ADOPTED
Recognizing, congratulating, and thanking the United States Marine Corps on the occasion of its 246th Anniversary.
- Resolution 210888ADOPTED
Recognizing the Ukrainian Federation of America on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary.
- COMMUNICATION 210889PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210681, 210682 and 210684, which were passed by Council on October 14, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on October 20, 2021.
- COMMUNICATION 210890PLACED ON FILE
October 22, 2021 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council th...
- COMMUNICATION 210891PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting an ordinance amending Chapter 12-2900 of The Philadelphia Code (“Contractor Parking”) to revise the requirements and limitations related to contractor parking permits, all under certain...
- COMMUNICATION 210892PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting an ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Water Fund, certain...
- COMMUNICATION 210893PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting an ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021 from the General Fund from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Grants Revenue F...
- COMMUNICATION 210894PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philad...
- COMMUNICATION 210895PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to certain City-owned lots...
- COMMUNICATION 210896PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to certain City-owned lots...
- COMMUNICATION 210897PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 167 E. Lippincott Stree...
- COMMUNICATION 210898PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210635 and 210636-A, which were passed by Council on October 14, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on October 27, 2021.