Resolution 180656
Also naming the 6000 block of Springfield Ave. "Marcus J. Yates Way", in honor of the legacy of Marcus Yates, whose tragic death has helped bring awareness to gun violence all over Philadelphia.
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“Resolution No. 180652, entitled a "Resolution urging the Pennsylvania Legislature to support House Bill 2132 and Senate Bill 1140, which would commit the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 100 percent renewable energy by 2050"; and Resolution No. 180653, entitled a "Resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Stated Meeting June 21, 2018 for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the…”
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- Jun 14, 2018Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar · CITY COUNCIL
- Jun 21, 2018ADOPTED · CITY COUNCIL
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..Title Also naming the 6000 block of Springfield Ave. "Marcus J. Yates Way", in honor of the legacy of Marcus Yates, whose tragic death has helped bring awareness to gun violence all over Philadelphia. ..Body WHEREAS, Marcus J. Yates was born on June 13, 1983, son to the late Anthony G. Yates Sr., and Rochelle Yates-Whittington; and WHEREAS, Marcus J. Yates was a fun-loving, vibrant child whose mega-personality was infectious and heart-warming. Marcus was very intelligent with the wit and candor of a person well beyond his years; and WHEREAS, Marcus J. Yates was loved by many in and outside of his family. Surviving him are his brothers: Anthony Jr., Toney, and Malcolm; his sisters: Antoinette, Tanisha, Myleka, and Shanice; his Uncle Jimmie Talton, his Aunt Belinda Talton and a host of other relatives and friends; and WHEREAS, On, July 18, 1988, Marcus J. Yates was caught in the crossfire between two drug dealers. His death united many anti drug marches/groups throughout the city of Philadelphia. These organizations supported the Yates family plight to make a difference in the lives of children across the city and country; and WHEREAS, In 1990, the Marcus J. Yates Home for Children was opened by the Yates family. This home housed over 30 foster children who were raised in a loving and nurturing environment; and WHEREAS, The Cassidy Elementary School dedicated a tree in Marcus's honor in front of the school for all to see. Volunteers worked effortlessly to make The Marcus J. Yates Community Garden a beautiful memorial; and WHEREAS, Marcus J. Yates' death was not in vain. The Yates Family has taken many trips to Washington and Harrisburg to shed light on the victims and families who were affected by gun violence. His life will be remembered by this memorial of renaming the intersection of 60th Street of Springfield Avenue in his honor; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, THAT THE PHILADELPHIA CITY COUNCIL, Hereby also names the 6000 block of Springfield Ave. "Marcus J. Yates Way", in honor of the legacy of Marcus Yates, whose tragic death has helped bring awareness to gun violence all over Philadelphia. FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to the Family of Marcus J. Yates as a sincere expression of the Philadelphia City Council's gratitude and recognition. ..End