Thursday, May 19, 2022
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Legislation acted on
Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.
- Bill 210685-AAENACTED
Amending Subcode “A” (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 (The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code) of The Philadelphia Code, by amending Section A-703, entitled “Specia...
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 210802ENACTED
Amending Section 12-1120 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Abandoned Vehicles,” to authorize Public Safety Officers to authorize the removal of abandoned vehicles, all under certain terms and condit...
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 220168ENACTED
Amending Section 2-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Office of Property Assessment; Chief Assessment Officers; Powers and Duties,” by further providing with respect to the manner in which assess...
- Bill 220220ENACTED
Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” by adding a new Chapter 19-4500, entitled “Annual Reporting Relating to Unclaimed Property,” all under certain te...
- Bill 220359ENACTED
Authorizing the City of Philadelphia to enter into a guaranteed energy savings contract for the evaluation and implementation of energy conservation and efficiency measures designed to reduce energy,...
- Resolution 220422ADOPTED
Urging the School District of Philadelphia to enhance its maternity leave program.
- Resolution 220426ADOPTED
Honoring twelve of Philadelphia’s emerging Asian American leaders: Lan Dinh, Chi-Ser Tran, Neil Makhija, Dr. Esther Hio-Tong Castillo, Stephanie Sun, Anne Ishii, Jennie Nam, Sreymum Sok, Sinta Storms,...
- Resolution 220427-AADOPTED
Honoring Philadelphia-born author, podcaster, cultural critic, media trailblazer, and Peabody award winner Phil Yu, founder of “Angry Asian Man,” a destination website on Asian American pop culture, p...
- Resolution 220428ADOPTED
Celebrating Joel Embiid as MVP: “Most Valuable Philadelphian.”
- Resolution 220429WITHDRAWN
Also naming the 1500 block of Lombard Avenue as Wesley Way, to commemorate the historic Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church and/or one of the most influential Pastors in the church’s history- Rev. Alfred G. Dun...
- Resolution 220430ADOPTED
Urging the United States Congress to pass the Judiciary Act of 2021, to restore the integrity of the United States Supreme Court by adding four new seats.
- Resolution 220431ADOPTED
Calling upon the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass HB140, the Parking Protected Bike Lane and Plaza bill, to empower municipalities to buffer bike lanes with parking on stat...
- Resolution 220432ADOPTED
Recognizing May 15-20, 2022 as the inaugural Multicultural Media Professionals Week in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220433ADOPTED
Applauding Philadelphia’s selection as a participant city in the Municipalities Reimagining Community Safety Initiative.
- Resolution 220434ADOPTED
Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Norman Y. Mineta, who passed away on May 3, 2022, during Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.
- Resolution 220435ADOPTED
Designating May 15, 2022 the Inaugural Day of Serenity in the City of Philadelphia, providing communities disproportionately impacted by gun violence the opportunity to gather in peace and healing.
- Bill 220444ENACTED
Amending Chapter 20-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Councilmanic Districts,” by revising the approximate population in each of the Councilmanic Districts to include state and county prisoner d...
- Bill 220445ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman Avenue, Oxford Avenue, Tyson Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue, Gle...
- Bill 220446IN COUNCIL - VETOED BY MAYOR
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14-520, entitled “/NDO, Ninth District Overlay District,” all under certain terms...
- Bill 220447LAPSED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by providing for limited expansion of single-room residence, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 220448LAPSED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to provide for a height allowance for certain solar collectors; all under terms and conditions.
- Bill 220449HELD IN COMMITTEE
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designation of a certain area of land located within an area bounded by 39th Street, Ludlow Street, 40th Street, and Market Street; to amen...
- Bill 220450ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Woodland Avenue, 49th Street, Grays Avenue, and 54th Street.
- Bill 220451ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Arch Street, 50th Street, Pine Street, and 54th Street.
- Bill 220452ENACTED
Amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District,” to designate additional Transit-Oriented Development Transit Stations, all under certa...
- Bill 220453ENACTED
Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane on West Market street from 20th street to 23rd street; and making associated chan...
- Bill 220454ENACTED
Authorizing the vacating of Krewstown Road from Norwalk Road to its terminus southwestwardly therefrom, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 220455HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Section 19-1301.1 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Homestead Exclusion,” to increase the amount of the homestead exclusion, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 220456ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Market Street (Extended), the Delaware River, Dock Street (Extended...
- Bill 220457ENACTED
Authorizing the Public Property Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute all documents necessary and appropriate, including conveyances of easements, title, and other interests in City-owned re...
- Bill 220458ENACTED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the provisions of Section 14...
- Bill 220459ENACTED
Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 284 by relocating the northwesterly houseline and the curblines of Hillcrest Avenue from its current intersection with German...
- Resolution 220460ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2453 N. Carlisle Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- Resolution 220461ADOPTED
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1 Garrison Court, 1221 Ridge Avenue, 1227 Ridge A...
- Resolution 220462ADOPTED
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1446 N. Dover Street, 1446 N. Newkirk Street, 162...
- Resolution 220463ADOPTED
Adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220464ADOPTED
Celebrating Philadelphia’s breakthrough, Grammy-nominated, experimental pop band Japanese Breakfast for its pioneering sound and recent critical acclaim, and recognizing the band’s frontwoman, Michell...
- Resolution 220465ADOPTED
Also naming the 5700 Block of Wyndale Avenue as “Lady B Way,” in honor of Lady B, to memorialize her legacy as a pioneer of hip hop and an award-winning radio personality.
- Resolution 220466ADOPTED
Also naming the 6100 Block of Vine Street as “Mimi Brown Way” in honor of Mimi Brown, a well-known on-air personality and a trailblazer in the radio industry for over 40 years.
- Resolution 220467ADOPTED
Celebrating June as Reentry Awareness Month in Philadelphia and recognizing the accomplishments of returning citizens across Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220468ADOPTED
Also naming 15th Street, between Lombard and South Streets, “Wesley Way” to honor the historic Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church.
- Resolution 220469ADOPTED
Recognizing the Month of June as Immigrant Heritage Month and Caribbean American Heritage Month in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220470ADOPTED
Recognizing the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on the occasion of its 100th Anniversary.
- Resolution 220471ADOPTED
Recognizing May 2022 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220472ADOPTED
Recognizing MenzFit on the occasion of their 15th Anniversary celebration and expressing gratitude for their service to the men of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 220473ADOPTED
Honoring American sportswriter, author, screenwriter, radio personality, and sports commentator Ray Didinger on the announcement of his retirement from NBC Sports Philadelphia and 94.1 WIP SportsRadio...
- Resolution 220474ADOPTED
Approving the Rebuild Project Statement for Fiscal Years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 pursuant to Bill No. 170206.
- Resolution 220475ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5026 N. 7th Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- Resolution 220476ADOPTED
Renaming the 1700 Block of Hunting Park Avenue in front of Simon Gratz High School “Rasheed Wallace Road” to honor Rasheed Wallace, a philanthropist, former NBA player, and entrepreneur.
- Resolution 220477ADOPTED
Requesting the National Constitution Center give consideration to awarding the Philadelphia Liberty Medal to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, for his courageous leadership in defense of demo...
- Resolution 220478ADOPTED
Recognizing and celebrating the 2022 Philippine Independence Week Celebration from June 4th to June 18th.
- COMMUNICATION 220479PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a resolution adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.
- COMMUNICATION 220480PLACED 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 220481PLACED 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 220482PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Market Street (Extended), the Delaware Ri...
- COMMUNICATION 220483PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting an ordinance Authorizing the Public Property Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute all documents necessary and appropriate, including conveyances of easements, title, and other...
- COMMUNICATION 220484PLACED ON FILE
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210933, 220112, 220113, 220224 and 220298, which were passed by Council on May 5, 2022, were signed by the Mayor on May 18, 2022.