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CITY COUNCIL

Thursday, March 26, 2026

10:00 AMRoom 400, City Hall

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Legislation acted on

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

  1. Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on West Lippincott Street, between 22nd Street and 23rd Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  2. 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...

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  3. Amending Chapter 12-3000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use of an Automated Red Light Enforcement System to Prevent Red Light Violations,” by authorizing the installation of red light enforcement...

  4. Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on Adams Avenue between Wingohocking Street and Frankford Avenue, as well as Leiper Street between Adams Avenue and Ruan Street.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  5. Amending Title 20 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Officers and Employees,” to provide for compensation of the Director of Office of Prison Oversight and members of the Philadelphia Prison Communit...

  6. Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 1001 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  7. Authorizing the installation, ownership, and maintenance of various encroachments along the 300 Block of South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  8. Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of an elevator encroachment in the vicinity of 3400 Aramingo Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  9. Authorizing Mukeshkumar Patel, owner and operator of the newsstand at the northwest corner of 34th Street and Convention Avenue and Civic Center Boulevard to construct, use, and maintain conduits in,...

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  10. Authorizing the City of Philadelphia to install, own, and maintain right-of-way encroachments on the 7600, 7700, and 7800 blocks of Ogontz Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  11. Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on Hermit Street between Manor Street and Manayunk Avenue.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  12. Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions.

    Roll call: 14 Yes (member by member)

  13. Also naming the 5100 Block of Chester Avenue as “Paul Ellis Hill Way” to honor the life, legacy, and community impact of Paul Ellis Hill in the Kingsessing neighborhood.

  14. Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1601, 1605, 1616, 1618, 1620 N. 16th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadel...

  15. Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 3001 Martha Street, now subdivided resulting in the creation of twenty (20) individual parcels known as 3011, 3013, 3015, 3017, 3019, 3021, 3023, 3...

  16. Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2726 N.15th Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.

  17. COMMUNICATION 260259PLACED ON FILE

    March 24, 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...

  18. COMMUNICATION 260260PLACED ON FILE

    March 21, 2026 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...

  19. COMMUNICATION 260261PLACED ON FILE

    March 24, 2026 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...

  20. COMMUNICATION 260262PLACED ON FILE

    March 25, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on March 25, 2026, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council...

  21. To repeal in its entirety Bill No. 241056 (approved March 10, 2026), entitled “An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth...

  22. Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Ch...

  23. Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Traffic Code,” to amend certain requirements applicable to buses and areas designated for use by buses, including applicable penalties, all under...

  24. 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...

  25. Authorizing an encroachment in the nature of a staircase in the vicinity of 611 S 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.

  26. Honoring and recognizing the women of the Philadelphia Police Department during Women’s History Month 2026 for their dedication and service to the safety and well-being of the City of Philadelphia and...

  27. Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1212 South 17th Street; 1511 South 20th Street; 1904 South 23rd Street; 1216 South 31st Street; 1911 Gerritt Street; 1932 and 2044 Titan Street loc...

  28. Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of Creative Philadelphia and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.

  29. Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on Philadelphia county’s plan to preserve election integrity, voter confidence and participation, and public safety on Election Day...

  30. Honoring and recognizing Sheryl Lee Ralph for being named one of TIME Magazine’s Most Influential Women of The Year in 2026.

  31. Recognizing April as National Donate Life Month and highlighting the critical need for organ donation through the work of the Gift of Life Donor Program.

  32. Honoring the Philadelphia Children’s Alliance (PCA) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) for Their Collaboration in Preventing Child Abuse and Supporting Philadelphia Children and Families Durin...

  33. Declaring April 4, 2026 as Women in Tech Day in the City of Philadelphia, and recognizing the importance of women in technology, emphasizing their contributions, promoting STEM education and careers f...

  34. Honoring women veterans during Women’s History Month, recognizing the distinct challenges they face in health care, housing, safety, and reintegration, and commending the National Alliance of Women Ve...

  35. Authorizing the Committee on Streets and Services to hold hearings to investigate the installation, inspection, contract oversight, safety, and possible remediation of speed cushions and other traffic...

  36. Recognizing March as Colon Cancer and Rectal Cancer Awareness Month

  37. Recognizing March as Brain Injury Awareness Month.

  38. Celebrating Viola Sanders for her life’s work in advocating for economic justice and welfare rights for the impoverished and underserved in Philadelphia on the occasion of Women’s History Month.

  39. Honoring and recognizing Mary Nolan and her family for their leadership at the Commodore Barry Arts and Cultural Center, also known as the Irish Center in Mt Airy, and their lasting contributions to t...

  40. Recognizing Taiwanese Americans’ contribution to City of Philadelphia, and showing support for City of Philadelphia to strengthen its economic, educational, and cultural ties with the Republic of Chin...