Thursday, March 12, 2026
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Legislation acted on
Matters this meeting took action on, each linking to its bill page.
- Bill 250329-AAENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability,” to clarify licensing requirements, authorize the Department to create a Proactive Inspection pr...
- Bill 250330-AAENACTED
Amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Landlord and Tenant,” to modify the requirements related to good cause for ending a tenancy, add protections against retaliation and harassme...
- Bill 250769ENACTED
Amending Title 20 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Officers and Employees,” by changing the compensation of members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, all under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 250843-AAENACTED
Amending Chapter 10-700 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled “Refuse and Littering,” to require locking dumpsters; all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 250917-AENACTED
Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to provide for building requirements to prevent vacant lots, all under certain terms and conditions.
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 251066ENACTED
Authorizing the Commissioner of Records and the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute a multi-year concession agreement with Ancestry.com in connection with the digitizing, index...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 260022ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, the Wissahickon Creek, Kelly Drive, Fall...
- Bill 260055ENACTED
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes to text that has expired, all under certain terms...
- Bill 260073ENACTED
Amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Sidewalk Cafés,” and Section A-301.1.5 of Title 4, Subcode “A” (“The Philadelphia Administrative Code”) of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Z...
- Bill 260074ENACTED
To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-546 entitled /SIX, Sixth District Overlay District, revise Section 14-515, the /NE, Northeast Overlay District, remove Section 14-523, t...
- Bill 260112ENACTED
Authorizing, generally, the continued issuance and sale by the City of Philadelphia of Gas Works Revenue Notes of the City, prescribing the forms of notes and providing for their execution and payment...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Bill 260113ENACTED
Authorizing the execution, delivery and performance by the Philadelphia Facilities Management Corporation on behalf of the Philadelphia Gas Works of an amended Service Agreement with Transcontinental...
Roll call: 17 Yes (member by member)
- Resolution 260171ADOPTED
Urging the United States Congress to pass the "Protecting American History Act", which would prevent any further attempt by the federal government to whitewash Philadelphia's complex history and requi...
- Resolution 260174ADOPTED
Also naming the 5100 Block of Delancey Street as “Rasheen Hall Way” to honor the life and memory of Rasheen Hall and his lasting impact on his family, neighbors, and the West Philadelphia community.
- Resolution 260175ADOPTED
Renaming the 700 Block of North 63rd Street “Madaline Dunn Way” in recognition of her lifetime of community leadership and civic engagement in West Philadelphia.
- Resolution 260179ADOPTED
Also naming Buttonwood Street between Broad Street and N. 15th Street as “Dr. Constance E. Clayton Way.”
- COMMUNICATION 260183PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260184PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260185PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260186PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260187PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260188PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260189PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260190PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260191PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260192PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260193PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260194PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN ORD...
- COMMUNICATION 260195PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: AN OR...
- COMMUNICATION 260196PLACED ON FILE
March 11, 2026 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: RESOLUTION...
- COMMUNICATION 260197PLACED ON FILE
March 10, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on March 10, 2026, I signed the following bill, which was passed by Council at...
- COMMUNICATION 260198PLACED ON FILE
FY2027 Budget Address: MAYOR CHERELLE L. PARKER · Good morning, Philadelphia! To my friend, Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and your leadership team - Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore Richardson...
- Bill 260199ENACTED
Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
- Bill 260200ENACTED
To adopt a Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget.
- Bill 260201ENACTED
To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2027-2032 inclusive.
- Bill 260202HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Chapter 19-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Hotel Room Rental Tax,” by providing for an additional excise tax on hotel room rentals, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 260203ENACTED
Amending Subcode “A” (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code (The Building, Construction and Occupancy Code), by adding and revising Zoning Board of Adjustment fees...
- Bill 260204ENACTED
Amending Title 3 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Air Management Code,” to modify the amounts of license and permit fees, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 260205ENACTED
Amending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax,” to clarify the imposition of the tax on the use or occupancy of real estate with respect to...
- Bill 260206ENACTED
Amending Chapter 6-600 of The Philadelphia Code (“Asbestos”), by adding and revising provisions related to various fees, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 260207ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by I-76, the Schuylkill Expressway Ramp, Hartranft Street, and the Con...
- Bill 260208HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “School Tax Authorization,” to a add a new Section 19-1808, entitled “Authorization of Rideshare Use Tax,” to authorize the Board of the Sc...
- Bill 260209HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” to add a new Chapter 19-4800, entitled “Retail Delivery Tax,” to establish a tax on orders for the delivery in Ph...
- Bill 260210HELD IN COMMITTEE
Amending Section 12-2705 of The Philadelphia Code (“Issuance of Resident Parking Permits”) to allow for certain residential parking permits in District 38, all under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 260211ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Erie Avenue, Front Street, Lippincott Street, and 2nd Street.
- Bill 260212ENACTED
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by McKinley Street, Leonard Street, Devereaux Avenue, and Bustleton Av...
- Bill 260213ENACTED
To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled “An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive,” by revising various appropriation amounts and totals...
- Bill 260214ENACTED
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled “An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget,” by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and cond...
- Bill 260215-AENACTED
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, depart...
- Bill 260216ENACTED
Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of a dumpster encroachment in the vicinity of 509-19 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, under certain terms and conditions.
- Bill 260217ENACTED
Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 2655 S Juniper St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, under certain terms and conditions.
- Resolution 260218ADOPTED
Also naming the 6200 Block of Osage Avenue “Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way” to honor the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Gerald Wayne Renfrow in the Osage Avenue and Pine Street community.
- Resolution 260219ADOPTED
Authorizing Councilmember Gauthier to intervene, on behalf of and as representative of City Council, in the appeal against the Zoning Board of Adjustment with respect to 4283 Viola Street.
- Resolution 260220ADOPTED
Recognizing the month of March 2026 as “Creative and Nighttime Economy Month” in the City of Philadelphia.
- Resolution 260221ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing Major Benjamin F. Brooks for his historic career in the Pennsylvania State Police and his role in expanding opportunity in law enforcement.
- Resolution 260222ADOPTED
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the status, operations, and economic impact at the Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) to ensure its growth and operations position...
- Resolution 260223ADOPTED
Designating March 8, 2026, as “Joe Frazier Day” in the City of Philadelphia in celebration and recognition of the 55th anniversary of the “Fight of the Century”, in which Philadelphia icon “Smokin’” J...
- Resolution 260224ADOPTED
Recognizing and honoring the students, educators, and leadership of Imhotep Institute Charter High School for their outstanding STEM Program and global educational initiatives, including Project Kuumb...
- Resolution 260225ADOPTED
Honoring and recognizing Mekia Elizabeth, Block Captain of the 4500 block of Fernhill Road in Southwest Germantown, for being named Block Captain of the Year by The Philadelphia Citizen and commending...
- Resolution 260226ADOPTED
Honoring and congratulating Max Kent on the occasion of his retirement from NewCourtland and recognizing his decades of dedicated leadership in the United States Army, healthcare administration, commu...
- Resolution 260227IN COMMITTEE
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 2027 through 2031, and incorporating revi...