Thursday, November 13, 2025
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Legislation acted on
Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.
- Bill 240873ENACTED
Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: N. 2nd street between Roosevelt Blvd and Ashdale street; Champlost street between N. 3rd street and N. 4th street; N. 6th street between Grange av...
Roll call: 16 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.
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250707ENACTED
Amending Chapter 19-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Development Impact Tax,” to clarify the exemption for rental housing projects, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 250830ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 5015 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250831ENACTED
Amending Section 14-602 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use Tables” by allowing Basic Utilities and Services uses without a Special Exception in certain Special Purpose districts, all under certai...
- Bill 250834ENACTED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” to establish Seventh District Overlay District, restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under c...
- Bill 250835ENACTED
Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 1526-32 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 16 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250848ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chew Avenue, Church Lane, and East Wister Street.
- Bill 250849ENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Fair Practices Ordinance: Protections Against Unlawful Discrimination,” to explicitly protect employees from discrimination on the basis of...
- 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 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...
- Bill 250916ENACTED
Granting permission to Haverford Business Association to install and maintain encroachments in the nature of decorative lighting fixtures, attached to existing facilities owned by the City or other en...
- Resolution 250956WITHDRAWN
Calling on the Pennsylvania State Senate to approve House Bill 304, the Community Energy Act, and the Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass this legislation to allow for the creation...
- Resolution 250963ADOPTED
Calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to add medetomidine to the list of controlled substances in Pennsylvania.
- Resolution 250967ADOPTED
Authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to 1807 N. 8th Street, 1809 N. 8th Street, 1811 N. 8th Street, 1813 N. 8...
- COMMUNICATION 250972PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance:...
- COMMUNICATION 250973PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance:...
- COMMUNICATION 250974PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance:...
- COMMUNICATION 250975PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOL...
- COMMUNICATION 250976PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on November 12, 2025, I signed the following bill, which was passed by...
- COMMUNICATION 250977PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on November 12, 2025, I signed the following bills, which were passed b...
- COMMUNICATION 250978PLACED ON FILE
November 12, 2025 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning unsigned Bill Number 250773, introduced by Councilmember Mark Squilla, and passed...
- Bill 250980-AENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability,” by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated...
- Bill 250981ENACTED
Authorizing and approving the execution and delivery of a Service Agreement between The City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and The Philadelphia Energy Authority relating to the financing of the constr...
- Bill 250982ENACTED
Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on certain portions of LeCount and Bambrey Streets, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 250983ENACTED
Amending Section 14-503 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/NCA, Neighborhood Commercial Area Overlay District,” by amending the East Falls Neighborhood Commercial Review Area, and making related cha...
- Bill 250984ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Eva Street, Dearnley Street, Flamingo Street, Hillside Avenue, Shaw...
- Bill 250985ENACTED
Amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within the area bounded by Bryn Mawr Avenue, Wynnefield Avenue, Nevada Street and the SEPTA R...
- Bill 250986ENACTED
Amending Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts” by creating Section 14-545, entitled, “/WFS, West Fairmount Sports Area Overlay District,” all under certain terms...
- Bill 250987ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ridge Avenue, Sunset Avenue, Harner Street, Port Royal Avenue, Hagy...
- Bill 250988ENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled “Service and Other Businesses”) to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Phila...
- Bill 250989-AENACTED
Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,” by adding a new Section to impose a temporary moratorium on the breeding and transfer of puppies,...
- Bill 250990ENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Fair Practices Ordinance: Protections Against Unlawful Discrimination,” to add protections against employment discrimination on the basis of...
- Resolution 250991ADOPTED
Recognizing November 2025 as National Adoption Month in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250992ADOPTED
Calling on the Pennsylvania State Senate to approve House Bill 504, the Community Energy Act, and the Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass this legislation to allow for the creation...
- Resolution 250993ADOPTED
Celebrating this year’s homegrown talent, including Jahri Evans, Eddie George, and Erik Williams who have been nominated and are in consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
- Resolution 250994ADOPTED
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Asian Americans United (AAU) in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250995ADOPTED
Honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Pierre Robert, a beloved and legendary Philadelphia WMMR Radio host and champion of Philadelphia's rock music scene.
- Resolution 250996ADOPTED
Recognizing November 16th, 2025 as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 250997ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing Danny Garcia on his retirement and celebrating his outstanding contributions to the City of Philadelphia and the 7th Councilmanic District.
- Resolution 250998ADOPTED
Recognizing Human Rights Day and celebrating abortion access as a human right.
- Resolution 250999ADOPTED
Recognizing November as National Restorative Justice Month and honoring the power of art, healing, and community through the collaborative efforts of The Barnes Foundation, Mural Arts Philadelphia, an...
- Resolution 251000ADOPTED
Urging the City of Philadelphia to make moral investments and weigh the threat that nuclear weapons pose to all of humanity and our environment in light of the Trump administration’s decision to resta...
- Resolution 251001ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing Inspector Frank Bachmayer on his retirement from the Philadelphia Police Department after 44 years of dedicated service.
- Resolution 251002ADOPTED
Honoring and Recognizing Nicole Fisher for Her Outstanding Commitment to Empowering Philadelphia’s Youth, Promoting Anti-Violence Initiatives, and Exemplifying Leadership Through Faith, Family, and Se...
- Resolution 251003ADOPTED
Honoring the courage and Legacy of Ruby Bridges by Recognizing November 14th as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 251004ADOPTED
Calling on the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to take swift and decisive action to pass House Bill 1286 as an effective measure to combat human trafficking in Pennsylvania.