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CITY COUNCIL

Thursday, March 2, 2023

10:00 AMRoom 400

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Legislation acted on

Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.

  1. Amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Miscellaneous,” by adding a new Chapter 21-3300, entitled “Flag Raisings,” to establish uniform standards for flag raising ceremonies, all under c...

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  2. Amending Section 21-1203 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Appointments to Citizens Police Oversight Commission,” by revising prohibited activities for Commissioners, all under certain terms and con...

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  3. Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obl...

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  4. Approving a new plan, estimated costs and proposed method of charges of the City Avenue Special Services District for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to portions of th...

  5. To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 17th Street, Indiana Avenue, Broad Street, and Glenwood Avenue.

  6. Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” to incentivize Affordable Housing development by authorizing tax exemptions pursuant to the Affordable Housing Un...

  7. Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning,” by defining and clarifying certain definitions, all under certain terms and conditions.

  8. To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Haverford Avenue, 44th Street, Belmont Avenue, Girard Avenue, and 4...

  9. Honoring the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on the occasion of their 92nd North Atlantic Regional Conference, and declaring March 9, 2023 as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Day" in the City of Philadelphia.

  10. Honoring the Philadelphia Tennis Club for being the second oldest Black-owned tennis club in the Country.

  11. Honoring the Woodford Tennis Club for being the oldest Black-owned tennis club in the country.

  12. Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia the proposal in a Resolution approved by City Council amending The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter by establishing th...

  13. Proposing an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to establish the Office of the Chief Public Safety Director of the City of Philadelphia; providing for the method of appointment of the Chi...

  14. Also naming North 41st Street between Parkside Avenue and South Concourse Drive as “Barbara Daniel Cox Way,” in honor of the late Barbara Daniel Cox, organizer of the Black Family Reunion.

  15. Also naming the 5900 Block of Media Street as “James Rice Way”, in honor of James Rice, the owner of Rice’s barbershop, which has served the Carroll Park neighborhood of Philadelphia since 1951.

  16. Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1728 Federal Street, 1213 S. Bonsall Street, 2114...

  17. Renaming the 4900 block of Walnut Street “Paul L. Robeson Way” to honor the life and legacy of Paul Leroy Robeson, Esq., Actor Singer, Athlete, Lawyer, Author, Activist, Scholar, Linguist and American...

  18. To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2024-2029 inclusive.

  19. To adopt a Fiscal 2024 Capital Budget.

  20. Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024.

  21. Amending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Wage and Net Profits Tax,” by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.

  22. Amending Chapter 19-2800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority Tax on Wages and Net Profits,” to provide for the continuation of the tax and to make...

  23. Amending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Business Income and Receipts Taxes,” by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.”

  24. Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Grants Revenue Fund, certain or all City o...

  25. Establishing a no truck parking regulation on both sides Port Royal Avenue between Henry Avenue and Old Line Road.

  26. Amending Section 9-1132 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Cashless Retail Prohibition,” by providing an exemption for gym membership transactions, under certain terms and conditions.

  27. Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Morris street and S. 6th street; Fernon street and S. 6th street; S. 7th street and Wharton street; Latona street and S. 12th street; Ellsworth str...

  28. Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Passyunk avenue to Queen street; Queen street and S. 5th street; Washington avenue to S. Front street; League street and S. Front street.

  29. Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Daly street and S. 8th street; Emily street and S. 6th street; McKean street and S. 6th street to S. 9th street; Mifflin street and S. 7th street;...

  30. Bill 230156IN COMMITTEE

    Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Erie Avenue and Sydenham Street.

  31. Bill 230157IN COMMITTEE

    Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Lawrence Street and Rockland; Lindley Avenue and N. 2nd street.

  32. Recognizing and supporting the accomplishments of women and girls throughout history on the occasion of Women’s History Month.

  33. Honoring and Celebrating Representative Joanna E. McClinton, Esq. on her historic election as the first Black woman and first woman Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

  34. Honoring and congratulating Champions of the Week, the Julia R. Masterman Laboratory and Demonstration School’s Debate Team, on their success in the 48th University of Pennsylvania Debate Tournament.

  35. Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Housing Authority a deed conveying fee simple title to 800 W. Cumberland Street located in the Fifth Councilmanic Dist...

  36. Providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2024 through 2028, and incorporating Revi...

  37. Condemning the acts of vandalism that took place at the Masjidullah Center for Human Excellence on February 24, 2023, honoring the Officers of the 14th Police District for apprehending the suspect, an...

  38. Congratulating the Audenried High School Girls Basketball Team on winning the 2023 Public League Championship against Imhotep High School.

  39. Authorizing the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings regarding strategies to ignite business and job growth and to make Philadelphia a more economically competitive city.

  40. Honoring and recognizing broadcasting pioneer Patty Jackson for her induction to the Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame and congratulating Ms. Jackson for breaking new ground as the first female...

  41. Congratulating Shayla Smith, 15-year-old Audenried sophomore, for becoming the fastest girls' basketball player to score 1,000 points in Public League history

  42. Recognizing the work and contributions of lifelong nurse and labor organizer Patricia (Patty) Eakin, who built worker power for the benefit of Philadelphia nurses and patients and whose leadership and...

  43. Authorizing and ratifying Council President Clarke’s appeal, on behalf of and as representative of City Council, of the decision of the Zoning Board of Adjustment with respect to 1451 North Broad Stre...

  44. Honoring Myra Brown for being the first African American Female to be designated to the position of Board Chair of Women’s Way Organization, her exemplary work throughout the city of Philadelphia, and...

  45. Honoring the Philadelphia Tennis Club for being the oldest Black-owned tennis club in the Country.

  46. Renaming the 4300 block of Broad Street to “Prince Hall Way” to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Prince Hall.

  47. Honoring the Woodford Tennis Club for being the oldest Black tennis club in the state of Pennsylvania .

  48. COMMUNICATION 230174PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2024-2029 inclusive and advising Council that the Philadelphia City Planning Commission approved this Ordinance on Februar...

  49. COMMUNICATION 230175PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2024 Capital Budget and advising Council that the Philadelphia City Planning Commission approved this Ordinance on February 27, 2023.

  50. COMMUNICATION 230176PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024.

  51. COMMUNICATION 230177PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance amending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Wage and Net Profits Tax,” by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.

  52. COMMUNICATION 230178PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance amending Chapter 19-2800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority Tax on Wages and Net Profits,” to provide for the continuati...

  53. COMMUNICATION 230179PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance amending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled ‘Business Income and Receipts Taxes,’ by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.”

  54. COMMUNICATION 230180PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting an ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Grants Revenue F...

  55. COMMUNICATION 230181PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting a resolution providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2024 through 20...

  56. COMMUNICATION 230182PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 220733, 220864, and 230004, which were passed by Council on February 16, 2023, were signed by the Mayor on March 1, 2023.

  57. COMMUNICATION 230183PLACED ON FILE

    Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 220419, and 220845, which were passed by Council on February 23, 2023, were signed by the Mayor on March 1, 2023.