Resolution 250658
Authorizing the creation of the Philly is a Music City Task Force by the Committee of Legislative Oversight to develop and maintain the cultural and economic impact of music in Philadelphia.
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“Okay. Good morning. My name is Jose Luis. I live in North Philadelphia and I own and run a food truck. I arrived in the city of Philadelphia in 2013. I've always worked in hotels that have Michelin stars. I live in North Philadelphia, and I own and run a food truck. And I support Resolution 250658, that recognizes the cultural and financial aspect of music in Philadelphia. Music moves our city at all times and one ca…”
Mr. Luis · Stated Meeting, September 11, 2025 · Sep 11, 2025 · official transcript, this passage
“Good morning. What an act to follow. My name is Jennifer McDonald, and I direct the city's work initiative at the non-profit Institute for Justice. We're here in support of Resolution 250658, which recognizes the cultural and economic importance and impact of music on the city of Philadelphia. Unfortunately, another piece of legislation, Bill No. 250292, will go into effect today and will harm that very same economic…”
Ms. Mcdonald · Stated Meeting, September 11, 2025 · Sep 11, 2025 · official transcript, this passage
“Those opposed? The ayes have it. The motion carries. The resolution is adopted. Will Chief Clerk please read the title of Resolution Number 250658.”
Council President Johnson · Stated Meeting, September 11, 2025 · Sep 11, 2025 · official transcript, this passage
“The Chair recognizes Councilmember Deputy Whip -- no, Majority Whip, Isaiah Thomas, for a motion regarding Resolution Number 250658.”
Council President Johnson · Stated Meeting, September 11, 2025 · Sep 11, 2025 · official transcript, this passage
“It has been moved and properly seconded. The Resolution Number 250658 be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.”
Council President Johnson · Stated Meeting, September 11, 2025 · Sep 11, 2025 · official transcript, this passage
Status timeline
- Jun 12, 2025Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar · CITY COUNCIL
- Sep 11, 2025ADOPTED · CITY COUNCIL
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..Title Authorizing the creation of the Philly is a Music City Task Force by the Committee of Legislative Oversight to develop and maintain the cultural and economic impact of music in Philadelphia. ..Body WHEREAS, The music industry in Philadelphia alone produces $6.1 billion in total annual output. The music economy represents a huge portion of the City's arts and culture scene as well as wages and compensation, supporting 33,000 jobs and providing $1.4 billion in compensation. This industry provides jobs not just for artists, but in administration, healthcare, real estate, and transportation; and WHEREAS, Philadelphia saw an over $ 6.1 billion economic impact from the music sector; and WHEREAS, That economic impact created and sustained more than 31,000 jobs in the City; and WHEREAS, City Council has declared Philadelphia as the Original Music City; and WHEREAS, The City should explore ways to harness the cultural and economic impact of Philadelphia's music industry; and WHEREAS, Exploring Philadelphia's music infrastructure, music education, music consumption, and music production will grow an already prosperous industry; and WHEREAS, A thriving Philadelphia music industry will convince aspiring professionals to stay in Philly rather than choose a city which currently embraces the music brand; and WHEREAS, A Philly is a Music City Task Force will explore these topics and send recommendations to City Council for consideration; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That it hereby authorizes the Committee on Legislative Oversight to establish an advisory Task Force to explore and promote Philly is a Music City. ..End