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Minutes

Stated Meeting, May 25, 2006

Philadelphia City CouncilMay 25, 2006

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Chief Clerk

Bill No. 050268, an ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code relating to "Zoning and Planning." 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060205, an ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by adding a new section entitled "Off-Street Parking Control District."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060263, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations bounded by Bridge Street and Frankford Creek.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060285, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations bounded by I-76 Schuylkill Expressway and Penrose Ferry Road.

Council President Verna

The 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060288, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations bounded by Roberts Avenue and Henry Avenue.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060313, an ordinance amending Section 14-1619 of The Philadelphia Zoning Code, entitled "Frankford Avenue Special District Controls."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060335, an ordinance authorizing the City Solicitor, on behalf of the City, to enter into a multi-year contract with a provider of codification, editing and marketing services.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING 060388, an ordinance 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 of the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to require the Finance Director to issue an annual report that analyzes the participation of disadvantaged business enterprises on City contracts.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. Can I see the Chief Clerk at side-bar, please. (Pause.)

Council President Verna

Please proceed and then we'll go back to that one.

Chief Clerk

Bill No. 050570, an ordinance authorizing the paving of Driftwood Drive and an extension of Founders Place.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 050571, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 163.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 051199, an ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers' Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060225, an ordinance authorizing the Church of New Hope and Faith to construct, operate and maintain a one-story vestibule entrance.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060241, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 271.

Council President Verna

The 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060291, an ordinance amending Section 9-407 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Tour Passenger Carriers."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060315, an ordinance establishing a no motor home parking regulation on Livezey Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060316, an ordinance amending Section 4 of an ordinance, Bill No. 030341, approved July 1, 2003, by extending the time for compliance with authorization conditions therein.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060317, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING grades on a portion of City Plan No. 275.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060318, an ordinance authorizing the paving of Parker Avenue.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060319, an ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 307.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060320, an ordinance amending Title 1 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to include violations issued pursuant to an automated red light camera enforcement.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060337, an ordinance authorizing and 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 299.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060341, an ordinance authorizing Laura Vernola and LW Restaurant to construct, operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060343, an ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers' Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060376, an ordinance authorizing Nick's Roast Beef, 2212 to 16 Cottman Avenue, to construct, own and maintain a vestibule addition on the south public sidewalk.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060379, an ordinance authorizing the construction of a stormwater sewer and appurtenant work in a proposed right-of-way for drainage and sewer purposes.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060380, an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to enter into an agreement with the owners of 627 Saint Georges Road.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060382, an ordinance establishing a no truck parking and tow-away regulation on Conshohocken Avenue.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060383, an ordinance establishing a no truck parking and tow-away zone 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING regulation on Ford Road.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060384, an ordinance authorizing the paving of portions of City Avenue, Monument Road and Presidential Boulevard.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060385, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 190.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060386, an ordinance establishing a no truck parking and tow-away zone regulation on Upland Way.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060391, an ordinance granting permission to Nathan Ross and Samuel Lynagh to 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060392, an ordinance authorizing Francis X. Smith, 2120 South Howard Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060393, an ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on City Plan No. 238.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060395, an ordinance authorizing the United States Department of the Treasury to construct, own and maintain anti-terrorist bollards.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060396, an ordinance authorizing 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING Rockledge/Fox Chase to construct, own and maintain a clock tower and raised planter.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060398, an ordinance authorizing One Meridian Partners to construct and maintain a building encroachment.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060399, an ordinance authorizing 1500 Net-Works to construct, own and maintain four raised planters.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060400, an ordinance authorizing Temple University to construct, own and maintain an overhead weather protection structure.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 5/25/06 - STATED - 1ST READING 051199, an ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers' Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 060241, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 271.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. That completes our First Reading Calendar. The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for the purpose of calling bills to be considered on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar.

Councilwoman Blackwell

Thank you, Madam President. Today we start on , where we will hear Bill No. 060260-A. On , we will hear those bills at the top of the page, Bill Nos. 060001, 2 and 3-A for each one. Then we 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING turn over to . We will hear Bill Nos. 060140, 060006, 060014, 060089. 060292 is to be amended. On , Bill Nos. 060013, 060203, 206 and 207 and all bills on , which are Bill Nos. 050795, Bill No. 051066, 060244, 060265 and 060289. All other bills are being held.

Council President Verna

Thank you. I would ask the Chief Clerk to please read the title of Bill No. 060260-A.

Chief Clerk

An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-104, entitled "Non-Conforming Structures," all under certain terms and conditions.

Council President Verna

Thank you. This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING call the roll.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Councilwoman Blackwell

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Goode.

Councilman Goode

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kelly.

Councilman Kelly

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kenney.

Councilman Kenney

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Councilwoman Krajewski

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Miller.

Councilwoman Miller

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING Nutter.

Councilman Nutter

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman O'Neill.

Councilman O'Neill

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Ramos.

Councilman Ramos

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Councilwoman Brown

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Rizzo.

Councilman Rizzo

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Tasco voting aye. Council President Verna.

Council President Verna

Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. We will now consider Bill No. 060001-A.

Chief Clerk

An ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for six Fiscal Years 2007 to 2012 inclusive. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING

Council President Verna

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Councilwoman Blackwell

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Goode.

Councilman Goode

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kelly.

Councilman Kelly

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kenney.

Councilman Kenney

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Krajewski. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING

Councilwoman Krajewski

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Miller.

Councilwoman Miller

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Nutter.

Councilman Nutter

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman O'Neill.

Councilman O'Neill

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Ramos.

Councilman Ramos

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Councilwoman Brown

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Rizzo.

Councilman Rizzo

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Tasco voting aye. Council President Verna.

Council President Verna

Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, this bill passes. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING We will now consider Bill No. 060002-A.

Chief Clerk

An ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2007 Capital Budget.

Council President Verna

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Councilwoman Blackwell

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Goode.

Councilman Goode

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kelly.

Councilman Kelly

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING Kenney.

Councilman Kenney

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Councilwoman Krajewski

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Miller.

Councilwoman Miller

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Nutter.

Councilman Nutter

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman O'Neill.

Councilman O'Neill

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Ramos.

Councilman Ramos

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Councilwoman Brown

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Rizzo.

Councilman Rizzo

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Tasco voting aye. Council President Verna. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING

Council President Verna

Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. The next bill to be called for consideration is Bill No. 060003-A.

Chief Clerk

An ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2007.

Council President Verna

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Councilwoman Blackwell

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING

Chief Clerk

Councilman Goode.

Councilman Goode

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kelly.

Councilman Kelly

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Kenney.

Councilman Kenney

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Councilwoman Krajewski

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Miller.

Councilwoman Miller

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Nutter.

Councilman Nutter

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman O'Neill.

Councilman O'Neill

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilman Ramos.

Councilman Ramos

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Councilwoman Brown

Aye. 5/25/06 - STATED - 2ND READING

Chief Clerk

Councilman Rizzo.

Councilman Rizzo

Aye.

Chief Clerk

Councilwoman Tasco voting aye. Council President Verna.