Nicolas O'Rourke

1. “Whereas, Philadelphia's LGBTQ+ community and history are directly tied to transformative LGBTQIA+ resource centers, including the William Way LGBT Center, which empowers and serves the community, the Mazzoni Center, a pioneering sexual wellness center that was among the first responders to the HIV epidemic, and the Attic Youth Center, a safe and affirming space for LGBTQ+ youth; and”

   Stated Meeting, June 11, 2026 · Jun 11, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

2. “Thank you, Mr. President. Keeping it tight. But last day, a couple of things I want to hit on before we get out for the summer. We heard from Neighborhood Restoration tenants today who are on the front lines of what will be a rolling displacement crisis in our city as long-term HUD contracts expire and affordable housing evaporates. And now, we're hearing that HUD literally wants our capacity to build public housing…”

   Stated Meeting, June 11, 2026 · Jun 11, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

3. “If you're watching this back, thumbs up to you and to Renters United Philadelphia and Philly Thrive and every organization who have advocated for these programs for over a year. Organizing gets the goods. When we organize, we win. And lastly, I would be remiss if I did not mention the school district. Thank you, Mr. President Johnson, for securing a deal that makes sure our other sacrifices in this budget were not in…”

   Stated Meeting, June 11, 2026 · Jun 11, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

4. “Whereas, the PFT has played a vital role in advocating for policies that strengthen public schools, including initiatives to reduce class sizes, expand access to essential services, improve instructional resources and address school infrastructure needs; and”

   Stated Meeting, June 4, 2026 · Jun 4, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

5. “Thank you, Mr. President. I had one privileged resolution and one non-privileged resolution today that was introduced by Councilmember Gauthier, and I appreciate her for that. In that spirit though, I just want to acknowledge Councilman Jones for his work to help bring about the CPOC. Thank you for your time.”

   Stated Meeting, June 4, 2026 · Jun 4, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

Latest recorded votes on substantive legislation, plus 5 on ceremonial resolutions (shown on each bill page).

Yes

97%495 of 510

No

3%15 of 510

Abstained

0%0 of 510

Absent

0%0 of 510

1. Voted AyeBill 260564ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 2351 South Front Street, under certain terms and conditions.

2. Voted AyeBill 260536ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/WCS, West Chestnut Street Overlay District…

3. Voted AyeBill 260535ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 2101 South 3rd Street, under certain terms and conditions.

4. Voted AyeBill 260534ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Kensington Avenue, Clearfield Street, Tulip Street, and Lehigh Avenue.

5. Voted AyeBill 260533ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Cafés," to revise remedies and provide for enforcement of sidewalk cafés provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.

6. Voted AyeBill 260532ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 1639 South 10th Street, under certain terms and conditions.

7. Voted AyeBill 260531ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a sublease agreement with the Philadelphia Municipal Authority, for use by the City of a portion of the premises locat…

8. Voted AyeBill 260530ENACTEDJun 11, 2026

   Amending Section 14-702 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Dwelling Unit Density Bonuses,” to clarify the terms of the public street enhancement bonus and make related technical changes, under ce…

Latest substantive sponsorships of 1,149 total (including co-sponsorships and ceremonial resolutions).

1. Resolution 260652ADOPTEDIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Authorizing the Committees on Transportation and Public Utilities and Public Safety to hold joint public hearings examining youth safety on and around SEPTA and identifying coordinated strategies to prevent violence, sup…

2. Resolution 260650ADOPTEDIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Authorizing the City Council Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings examining the strategy and tactics deployed by the City of Philadelphia for crowd control during and following public events, as a result o…

3. Resolution 260647ADOPTEDIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Authorizing the Committee on Education to hold hearings examining the accessibility and equity of Algebra education curriculum in Philadelphia schools and the impact this has on accessibility to special admission high sc…

4. Bill 260640IN COMMITTEEIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions,” by adding a new Chapter 9-6900, entitled “Payment Convenience Fees,” to establish restrictions on the collection of…

5. Bill 260639IN COUNCILIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions,” by adding a new Chapter to require hotel operators to notify guest of service disruptions which substantially affect…

6. Bill 260638IN COMMITTEEIntroduced Jun 11, 2026

   Renaming and designating the building located on the property of the Dorothy Emanuel Recreation Center, commonly referred to as the Dorothy Emanuel Playground Building, located at 8501 Pickering Avenue, as the "Marlene T…

7. Resolution 260617ADOPTEDIntroduced Jun 4, 2026

   Authorizing the Committee on Education to hold hearings examining preschool pushout, the practice of suspension, expulsion, and informal methods of exclusion of our youngest learners, to provide a space to hear stories f…

8. Resolution 260600ADOPTEDIntroduced May 28, 2026

   Authorizing the Committee on Public Safety to hold hearings on implementing mandatory conflict resolution and de-escalation training for all City employees.