Thursday, October 16, 2025
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Legislation acted on
Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.
- Bill 240872ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 6618 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250493-AAENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Roosevelt Boulevard, 9th Street, Erie Avenue, and Broad Street.
- Bill 250575ENACTED
Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on Gorgas Lane between Ridge Avenue and Lawnton Street, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250576ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 426-28 W. Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250646-AENACTED
Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Profession,” by adding a new chapter entitled “Minimum Training For Security Officers.”
- Bill 250652ENACTED
Authorizing a dumpster enclosure encroachment at 782-84 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250653ENACTED
Authorizing a Streetery in the Right-of-Way adjacent to 782-84 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250654ENACTED
Amending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Economic Opportunity Plans,” to add two additional business community members to the Economic Opportunity Review Committee, all under certa...
- Bill 250706ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Grange Avenue, Park Avenue, Chew Avenue, and Broad Street.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250710ENACTED
Amending Section 3 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 230033), approved April 12, 2023, entitled “An Ordinance Authorizing the vacating of Sloan Street from Ogden Street to its terminus northwardly therefrom a...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250711ENACTED
Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on Preston Street, between Spring Garden and Haverford, all under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250712ENACTED
Authorizing the Streets Department to establish parking and stopping regulations on both sides of 47th Street between Chestnut Street and Kingsessing Street, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250713ENACTED
Establishing a parking regulation on S. 62nd street between Chestnut street and Walnut street; Kingsessing avenue between S. 52nd street and S. 53rd street; Sansom street between S. 62nd street and S....
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250714ENACTED
Establishing a parking regulation on Fountain street between Ridge avenue and Hazelwood lane; Lauriston street between Roxborough avenue and Monastery avenue; Overlook road between Matthias street and...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250715ENACTED
Establishing a parking regulation on Hobart street between Thompson street and Master street; Lancaster avenue between Jefferson street and N. 54th street; N. 59th street between Malvern avenue and Wo...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250716ENACTED
Amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 230438), approved July 5, 2023, entitled “An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan Nos. 230 and 289 by placing o...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250718-AENACTED
Amending Chapter 12-900 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled “Parking Regulations and Penalties,” to confirm regulations adopted by the Department of Streets that establish and revise time-limited and o...
- Bill 250719ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wilt Street, Gratz Street, Montgomery Avenue, and 19th Street.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250723ENACTED
Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 370 by striking from the City Plan Southampton Road from Bustleton Avenue to its terminus southeastwardly therefrom, under ce...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250724ENACTED
Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 1000-52 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250725ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 1313-17 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250770ENACTED
Amending Chapter 12-3400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use of An Automated Speed Enforcement System to Improve Safety,” by providing for the use, administration and enforcement of automated spee...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250771-AENACTED
Authorizing 3419 KENSINGTON PARTNERS or a subsequent owner to install, own, and maintain an encroachment at 3423 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250772ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 3423 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250774ENACTED
Amending Section 9-3903 of The Philadelphia Code (“Certificate of Rental Suitability; Required Tenant Documents”) to include the provision of voter registration information to tenants, all under certa...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Resolution 250853ADOPTED
Renaming 1900 Block of South 20th Street “Dr. Beverly Wylie Way” in honor of Reverend Dr. Beverly Wylie, in recognition of her steadfast commitment to her church and dedicated service to the South Phi...
- Resolution 250868ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2208 E Norris St located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- Resolution 250869ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2323-31 N. 5th Street, 2322, 2324, 2326, 2328, 2330, 2332 N. Orkney Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of...
- Resolution 250870ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2407, 2409, 2411, 2413, 2415, 2439, 2441, 2443, 2445, and 2447 N 6th St located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Ch...
- Resolution 250879ADOPTED
Authorizing the Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy to create a Cost of Living Task Force and to hold hearings on the cost of living in Philadelphia in order to study...
- Resolution 250882ADOPTED
Renaming the intersection at 21st Street and Godfrey Avenue to "Rev. C. L. Pryor Way" in honor of Reverend C. L. Pryor, a visionary leader, community servant, and longtime pastor of Corinthian Baptist...
- COMMUNICATION 250886PLACED ON FILE
October 10, 2025 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 the reco...
- Bill 250887-AENACTED
Authorizing the City of Philadelphia to construct, own, and maintain right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 250888-AENACTED
Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions” by adding a new chapter to prohibit third-party restaurant reservation services from arranging un...
- Bill 250889IN COMMITTEE
Amending Section 19-1606 of The Philadelphia Code Entitled “Penalties and Interest for Late Payment,” by exempting certain residential customers from penalties and interest for late payment of water a...
- Bill 250890ENACTED
Amending Section 10-503 of The Philadelphia Code to prohibit the unlawful trading, theft, and trafficking of catalytic converters and motor vehicle parts containing precious metals, and to increase pe...
- Bill 250891ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by N. Sydenham Street, Venango Street, N. Smedley Street, and W. Tioga...
- Resolution 250892ADOPTED
Approving the Rebuild Project Statement for Fiscal Year 2026 pursuant to Bill No. 170206.
- Resolution 250893ADOPTED
Recognizing October 2025 as International Dignity Month and celebrating Philadelphia’s commitment to upholding the worth and humanity of every resident.
- Resolution 250894ADOPTED
Honoring and congratulating Jenaye Munford for nearly twenty years of dedicated, innovative, and transformative service to the City of Philadelphia and City Council.
- Resolution 250895IN COMMITTEE
Authorizing the Philadelphia City Council Committee of the Whole to hold hearings to discuss the current state of Philadelphia school facilities, how the School District evaluates those facilities and...
- Resolution 250896IN COMMITTEE
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight and the Committee on Transportation and Public Utilities to hold joint hearings to investigate the rising costs of energy bills, what is driving thos...
- Resolution 250897ADOPTED
Renaming the 1300 Block of N 52nd Street as “Dr. Damone B. Jones Way” in recognition of Dr. Damone B. Jones, Sr. for his exceptional service to the West Philadelphia community.
- Resolution 250898ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing Matchroom Boxing & Empire Fighting Chance Boxing for their impactful partnership that expands boxing opportunities in Philadelphia and worldwide.
- Resolution 250899ADOPTED
Honoring and celebrating the 25th Anniversary of La Liga del Barrio and recognizing its ongoing commitment to provide opportunities for Latino youth in Philadelphia by providing a positive outlet for...
- Resolution 250900ADOPTED
Honoring, recognizing, and celebrating Young Involved Philadelphia on its 25th Anniversary for their commitment to increasing civic engagement, empowering young adults, fostering leadership developmen...
- Resolution 250901ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing BalletX, on its 20th Anniversary, for its outstanding contributions to contemporary ballet and the cultural life of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250902IN COMMITTEE
Authorizing the Committee on Technology and Information Services to hold hearings exploring the context of data center development and operations in the Philadelphia region, the demand for technology...
- Resolution 250903ADOPTED
Declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250904ADOPTED
Honoring, recognizing, and celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Community College of Philadelphia
- Resolution 250905ADOPTED
Recognizing the Community College of Philadelphia and its “Legislators for a Day”
- Resolution 250906ADOPTED
Recognizing the month of October 2025 as “Manufacturing Month” in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250907ADOPTED
Honoring and Remembering the Life and Legacy of Vincent “Mr. Vince” Termini Sr., the Beloved Owner of Termini Bros. Bakery.
- Resolution 250908ADOPTED
Honoring the life and legacy of the acclaimed musician, D’Angelo, who chose his truth over any accolades or accomplishments, therefore achieving a success that leaves him with few peers.
- Resolution 250909ADOPTED
Recognizing October as Children’s Health Month in the City of Philadelphia and affirming the City’s commitment to children’s overall well-being.