COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Thursday, March 14, 2002 10:27 a.m. Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, PA PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANNA C. VERNA COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE L. BLACKWELL COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS BROWN COUNCILMAN DARRELL L. CLARKE COUNCILMAN DAVID COHEN COUNCILMAN FRANK DICICCO COUNCILMAN W. WILSON GOODE, JR. COUNCILMAN JAMES F. KENNEY COUNCILWOMAN JOAN L. KRAJEWSKI COUNCILMAN W. THACHER LONGSTRETH COUNCILMAN RICHARD T. MARIANO COUNCILWOMAN DONNA REED MILLER COUNCILMAN MICHAEL A. NUTTER COUNCILMAN BRIAN J. O'NEILL COUNCILMAN ANGEL L. ORTIZ COUNCILMAN FRANK RIZZO COUNCILWOMAN MARIAN B. TASCO PATRICIA RAFFERTY, Deputy Chief Clerk VINCENT VARALLO ASSOCIATES, INC. Registered Professional Reporters Eleven Penn Center, Suite 600 Philadelphia, PA 19103 3/14/02 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION
Good morning, everyone. I note that the hour has come and that a quorum of this Council is present. Council will come to order, members will take their seats, and visitors will retire to the seats outside the rails. To give our invocation this morning, the Chair welcomes Father Joseph C. McLoone, Pastor of St. Therese of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church. He is here today as the guest of Councilmember Mariano. All members and guests will please rise.
I've been a priest for 14 years, and I've been in about six places in this city, so the Councilwoman... (inaudible due to sound system failure) ... and it's a great honor for me to lead you new prayer today. God, our Almighty Father, we once again call upon Your name. Be with all of us as we go about our day, fill us with Your light and love and, bring us all safely to the close of our day. Bless these chosen lawmakers with the courage they need to lead, the wisdom they will 3/14/02 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION need to do it, and the patience they will need to accomplish all of their goals and plans. We also ask Your blessing upon all Philadelphians, the young and the old, the rich and the poor, the weak and the strong. We are thankful for all of the gifts we have received, especially here in these United States of America, as we remember our service men and women serving abroad, as we pray for their safety and for peace in our world. Loving God, these are our spoken words of prayer today along with all of the desires of our own hearts. We ask You to grant them according to our needs. Amen.
Amen. The Chair thanks Father McLoone for his very inspiring invocation. (Council stands at ease.) (Proceedings resume.) 3/14/02 STATED - APPROVAL OF 3/7/02 JOURNAL
Our next order of business is the approval of the Journal of Thursday, March 7, 2002, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday March 7, 2002 stand approved.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, March 7, 2002 stand approved. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the motion carries. The Journal of the meeting of Thursday, March the 7th, 2002 stands approved. 3/14/02 LEAVES OF ABSENCE REQUESTS
The next order of business is requests for leaves of absence and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. There are no requests for leaves on the part of the Majority.
The Chair thanks the Councilwoman. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Madam President, on behalf of the Republicans, there are no requests for leaves of absence.
Thank you 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
The Chair will dispense with the regular order of business to recognize guests and visitors joining us in chambers this morning. On behalf of all members of City Council, I welcome you to our Council session. We appreciate your taking the time to join us as we attend to the legislative affairs of our city. We certainly invite you to come again. Today, we are pleased and honored to have among us a delegation of elected and appointed officials from Providence, Rhode Island. I understand there are Councilmembers, Council support staff, and members of the Internal Auditor's staff joining us today to observe our government and experience our city. It gives me great pleasure to welcome them, and I would ask if they would rise at this time so that we can recognize you. Please stand. Welcome. (Applause.)
Welcome. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Ortiz who will make a presentation recognizing Mr. Juan "Johnnie" Santiago. Will 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Mr. Santiago and those accompanying him please join the Councilman at the podium. (Honoree et al. come forward.) (Applause.)
We have just a short thing that the Sixers have produced about the league. (Video presentation played for Council.) (Applause.)
Thank you, Madam President. Saturday, from 9 to 4 at Edison High School, the championship teams from La Liga del Barrio will be playing suburban teams all day long, from Montgomery County, North Wales. So if anybody wants to see some good basketball between the City game and the suburban game, come down to Edison High. This thing began when Pat Croce gave me a call and he had seen the Puerto Rican Day Parade, and he said to me "Angel, I didn't know there were 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS so many Puerto Ricans in Philadelphia," and he said, "Why don't we have lunch?" And Dave Koski (ph) and him and I met, and he says, "How can I get the Latino community involved with the 76ers?" I said, "Why don't we begin a league that is tied into education, beginning at 6, be coed, and is totally tied in and sponsored by the Sixers. It's never been done, let's try it." And he said, "Let's do it, put the group together." And I went out and I started talking to some folks. Marilyn (indiscernible) was the cluster leader of the Edison project, and she took me to Juan, or "Johnnie," as we call him. And Johnnie said, "I'll only come in if we bring prayer into the game, reflection, and discipline." And I said, "Let's do it." And we put a team together and right now, we have over 300 kids in the league. This year, they took part in NBA Jam, they played at the Convention Center, and they played at the First Union Center. And now the NBA wants to take the concept, right David? Now the NBA wants to take the concept and run with it to Miami and San Francisco and L.A. and get Liga Del Barrio all over 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS the place. And we said, "Only if we franchise it through Liga Del Barrio, and they pay some royalties to La Liga Del Barrio." But this is -- and we have with us here today Dave Koski, who has made it possible; Laura White, vice president; (indiscernible), who is an incredible individual, he's Puerto Rican, actually, you know, hip hop. The man who never saw a ball he could not shoot and never passed it in his history, (indiscernible), the greatest -(Applause.)
He passed it once to Dr. J, but he used to throw that rainbow. Recognizing Mr. Juan "Johnnie" Santiago for his dedication and contribution to the successful development of La Liga Del Barrio Basketball League. Whereas, Mr. Juan Santiago was born and raised in the City of Philadelphia, has been a spent significant amount of his life volunteering his personal time and expertise through the development of productive youth activities; and Whereas, Mr. Santiago is recognized in the 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Latino community for his unmatched devotion to the utilization of sports as a means of fostering healthy minds, discipline, and team skills among youth and people of all ages; and Whereas, in January 2000, La Liga Del Barrio, the neighborhood league, was cofounded by the 76ers organization, and my office. La Liga is a youth basketball league composed of 28 teams of boys and girls 6 to 16 years old; and Whereas, since the league's inception, Mr. Santiago has been the driving force, serving as the organization's mentor and coordinator of the league's activities. Johnnie has been a driving force, ensuring the league's growth and overall success; and Whereas, with the support of volunteers, parents, and corporate sponsors such as Motrin and Old Navy, the biproduct of Mr. Santiago's labor is evidenced by the league's recent achievements. La Liga Del Barrio has earned membership in the Junior NBA and WNBA, and he was chosen as a key participant in the February 2002 All-Star Weekend Jam Session Program; further, one of league's player was awarded an honorable mention to the 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS National All-Star Junior NBA WNBA; and Whereas, the league's upcoming championship game, and this already passed, will be hosted by the 76ers organization at the First Union Center on February 18, 2002; and Whereas, Mr. Juan Santiago has served as an exemplary role model and inspiration to all those who seek excellence, while serving the larger interests of the Philadelphia community; Now, therefore, resolved by the Council of the City of Philadelphia that we hereby recognize Mr. Juan "Johnnie" Santiago for his dedication to the successful development of La Liga Del Barrio Basketball League and his contributions to the overall quality of life of our city. Further resolved that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Johnny Santiago as the evidence of the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body. Certified by Ann Verna, President of City Council, introduced by me, and sponsored by all of the members of City Council of City Council. (Applause.)
The Chair 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS recognizes Mr. Santiago for brief remarks.
I want to thank Council and everyone. This is something that I don't expect; it's just something I do from the heart. Sixers and everybody, thank you. I'm sweating. Are you sweating? I'll tell ya. (Laughter.)
All I want to know is, do you validate? (Holding up parking lot ticket.) (Laughter.)
There are some friends of Johnnie here, Ron Ravelli and his working group at his job, and they're here also. Will you stand up, okay? (Applause.) 76ERS REPRESENTATIVE: Johnnie, on behalf of the 76ers, we appreciate everything that you do. We have a strong desire to get back to the community, but we can't do it by ourselves. We 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS need dedicated people like the Councilman, who helped us get started, and like you, have seen it come through. And I brought -- the Honorary Commissioner of the league is Raja Bell (ph), and Raja took his jersey from last night and has signed it for you. (Applause.)
Council will be at ease. (Council stands at ease.) (Proceedings resume.)
Thank you, Madam President. This morning on your behalf as well as my own, I would like to ask you to recognize Bartram Human Services mentoring students who are working with the Department of Licenses and Inspections, and Otis Haigler from that department is here with the students.
If you would stand, we would like to recognize you. (Applause.) 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco, who will present the winners of the School District's Black History Month Oratorical Competition.
Thank you, Madam President. Good morning. Today, we are honored to have in our presence the top 12 finalists of the School District of Philadelphia's 23rd African-American History Oratorical Competition. During the competition, school winners representing the best entries from the lower, middle, and upper-grade levels were selected to compete in the citywide finals by delivering their orations before a diverse panel of judges. This annual event is coordinated by the efforts of Dr. Carolyn Holmes homes and Mrs. Diane Partee (ph) of the School District's AfricanAmerican Studies Department. For many years, these women have put their hearts and souls into organizing this program, and I'd like to have Dr. Holmes and Miss Partee to please stand and be recognized. (Applause.) 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
And if you watch the school channel, you will see them on there all the time with this program. In addition, I would like to note that for many years, Mellon Bank was the prime sponsor for this event; however, I am proud to recognize that Citizens Bank has assumed the role of prime sponsor for this very special and historic event. We asked to have them come today, but they couldn't, but we want to thank Citizens Bank and ask you to give them a round of applause. (Applause.)
We want to thank the Citizens Bank. Thank you very, very much for picking up this worthwhile program and offering their support. Before we hear the orations from the three first-place winners, I would like the following participants, their coordinators and families to please stand and be recognized. They are: Elementary level, second-place winner, Kimberly Steward, 6th grade, Beaver Middle School. (Applause.)
Please remain 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS standing. Third-place winner on the elementary level, Ann Frazier, 6th grade, Sulzberger Middle School. (Applause.)
4th-place winner, Alexis Dozier, 4th grade, Bryant Elementary. (Applause.)
That's our elementary school place winners. Thank you very much. You may be seated. (Applause.)
Representing the winners from the middle school, we have in second-place Joseph Williams, 8th grade, Kenderton Elementary. (Applause.)
3rd-place winner, Carlondra Jointer, 8th grade, Pickett Middle. (Applause.)
We have two third-place winners, they're tied: Andrea Spivey, 7th grade, Sultzberger Middle (Applause.) 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
Thank you very much. The upper level. Second place, Shane Fletcher, 10th grade, Girls High. (Applause.)
Third place, Deonna Reddy, 11th grade, Parkway. (Applause.)
Fourth place, Charlene Brown, 12th grade, Masterman. (Applause.)
We will now hear from the first-place winners in this order. First we'll have Monique Fortune, who will represent the 6th grade of the Amy School. (Miss Fortune comes forward.) (Applause.) MISS FORTUNE: Do you know where your dreams are? Do you know what you want out of life? My oration is entitled "Success, the African-American Dream Come True." It is about famous African-Americans who planned their future and knew what they wanted out of life. Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Monique Fortune, and I'm a 6th-grader at 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Amy School. I know what I want out of life and I know what my dreams are. Just like the famous George Washington Carver, I want to become a scientist. Maybe one day I'll find a cure for the many diseases that scientists have yet to discover. I want to save every girl, every boy, every man, every woman from the many life-threatening diseases that are killing us in great numbers, diseases like asthma, cancer, and AIDS. I want to save all people. That is my dream. But while George Washington Carver is my main role model, there are many other successful African-Americans that I look up to, like Madam C.J. Walker; she had a rags-to-riches success story. She was orphaned, married, and a widow all by the age of 20. Do you think that stopped her? No. She became the first African-American woman millionaire. She did her thing. I say this because she succeeded through her own effort. Then there's (indiscernible), educator and philosopher. He was the first African-American student to receive the Rhodes Scholar Award. But who could forget the accomplishments 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS of Mary McLeod Bethune, who arose from the pain and poverty of the (indiscernible) to become an educator of the highest calibre. It was her dream and purpose to open up her own school. As she put it, "Your knowledge is essentially to rear increasing numbers of strong, purposeful men and women equipped with vision, mental clarity, health, and education." My message today is (indiscernible) of Mary McLeod Bethune. Today is the day you should prepare for your future. We have to make changes in this society in order to accomplish our dreams. Don't let someone stare you in the face and tell you that you can't become a scientist or you can't become a doctor; you can become anything you put your mind to. Even though we have made mistakes in the past, Dr. Martin Luther King urged us to seek a chance for challenge rather than sadness over our pain. We do not want to grow up being someone on the corner, begging for money or a drug dealer on the streets. We do not want to become victims of shootings, drug overdose, or ignorance. We face the challenge today. Do not let 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS anything distract you from your success story and becoming an African-American dream come true. I want to become a scientist, I'm going to become a scientist. A successful tomorrow is a reality, but only for those who prepare for it today. Thank you. (Applause.)
Thank you so much, Monique. Our next winner representing the middle level is Jenne Ayers, 8th grade, Masterman School. ) MISS AYERS: To my right is the door of education, to my left is the door of employment, in front of me is the door of success, and behind me is the door of justice. And I go around the room and I try to open every door, but the doors won't open. I become frustrated. Why won't these doors open. Then I stand back and I look, and I see every one of my peers open the same doors and go through. So again, I try these doors and they still won't open. Why won't these doors open for me? 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Then suddenly, it dawned on me: I need a key. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Jenne Ayers. R. Masterman School. " Websters' definition of a key is a means of access, control or possession. For over millions of years, African-Americans have had the key inside of them. The possession of this key gives you the power to unlock every door that is before you. This key gives you access to your God-given gifts. It allows you to gain control of different aspects of your life. The key is the most valuable thing that African-Americans have today. The key has been carved since the beginning of time. It was being carved when the first stone laid in place to build the great pyramids in Egypt and when Egyptians created the first calendar. It was being carved when the great ruler (indiscernible) led the Maui empire. Although it may seem that all was lost during the Middle Passage, our ancestors kept the 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS key nestled safe in their hearts during that long, treacherous journey across the ocean to a foreign land called America. When our ancestors first set foot on American soil, the carving of this key did not stop. Harriet Tubman continued to carve it when she led over 300 brave slaves to freedom. " The carving continued when, in the spring of 1843, Isabelle Balfry left her home in New York City with 25 cents, a new dress and a new name, Sojourner Truth. Sojourner Truth became the first outstanding African-American woman to speak out publicly against slavery. To ensure that the key was never lost, our ancestors passed it onto their children by picking them up, sitting them on their laps, nestled close to bosoms, and singing old Negro spirituals like Amazing Grace; O, Brother, Don't Get Weary; and 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen. These are the songs that are deep in our soul. In times of despair, we can think of these songs, and they will carry us through the storm and into the light, 'cause trouble don't last always. When Rosa Parks did not give up her seat on that bus, she was carving the key that would open the door of determination. When Martin Luther King Jr. marched that day in Selma, Alabama, he was carving the key that would the open door of nonviolence. When James Johnston wrote the Negro National Anthem, he was carving the key that would open the door of unity. When Mary McLeod Bethune founded the Bethune-Cookman College, she was carving the key that would open the door of education. Even though the key was not completely carved for our ancestors, they still managed to get through the door by knocking down discrimination, knocking down segregation, and knocking down injustices. Our history was not lost, as some might think. Our history may not be written in school 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS textbooks or easily found in libraries, but our history is written in our hearts, and the authors of our history books are our ancestors. Our ancestors gave us the key so that we can open this book and other doors that need to be open in our life. I know that it may be frustrating due to the fact that we cannot trace our history back to Africa on a piece of paper. This was because ancestors were not given the opportunity to record this information.
Even though they could not read or write, they were still breaking down racial barriers and other injustices so that we could have physical evidence that our history exists. Through this physical evidence and some written books, we know that our history did not begin with slavery, and no one can take that away from us. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "It is impossible to create a formula for the future which does not take into account that our society has been doing something special against the Negro for hundreds of years. How, then, can he be absorbed into the mainstream of American life if we do not 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS do something special for him now in order to balance the equation and equip him to compete on a just and equal basis. In asking for something special, the Negro is not seeking charity; he does not want to languish on welfare rolls anymore than the next man; he does not want to be given a job that he cannot handle; neither, however, does he want to be told that there is no place where he can be trained to handle it. The problem that we are faced with as African-Americans today is that we have the key in our hearts; we just don't use it. It's not that we don't have wisdom or knowledge; our ancestors gave it to us. It's not that we don't have courage, determination, or willpower; our ancestors proved we did when they fought against discrimination. It's not that we have to knock down the door; our ancestors did that for us. My brothers and my sisters, what is the problem? Time is precious. The key is not knowledge, wisdom or, determination itself, but the utilization of these things to bring about a change. Our ancestors went through the difficult 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS obstacles so that we could have a smooth race, our ancestors endured the hurts and pain so that we could go through life pain-free. Our ancestors died so that we might live. All you have to do is search in your heart, find the key, put it in the hole, rotate it once, and turn the knob, and then the hardest part is over. The last thing you have to do is walk through the door. Our ancestors taught us that once we have had opened the door, we should tell our brothers and sisters about it and use it to help the progression of the African-American community. Only when every African-American has come to this realization can we truly be a free people. The sooner you find the key, the closer we are to becoming completely free of our shackles of ignorance, drugs, and poverty. So I say to you, ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find, knock and the door will be open to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door shall be opened. Thank you. )
Great job, Jenne and also to Monique. And our final presentation from the upper level will be by Sean Linder, 10th grade, Northeast High School. (Applause.)
My name is Sean Tremain Linder. " When you look at me, whom do you see? Do you see a future visionary who will soon change the world? Do you see your ancestors who have flourished the earth? Do you see a future prospect of America? Do you see our ancient theories and philosophies that are continuously being proven to be true? Who do you think I am? African-Americans, especially AfricanAmerican males, are constantly confronted and threatened by discrimination and racism. This discrimination results in IRO, internalized racist oppression. This form of oppression causes us as African-Americans to believe that we are only able 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS to fit a small mode of expectations and stereotypes. We also begin to refer to each other using negative language. We stifle our self-esteem, and by being subject to this type of domination, we allow ourselves to become mentally oppressed. What do we need to do? We need to go back to our communities and build libraries. " We need to prove this saying not to be true. The high school dropout rate for white students is at 7 percent; while for AfricanAmericans, it's almost doubled, at 16 percent. We need to change these statistics. We need to make sure our children are reading books, we need to make sure our children are reading books. We need to change our economic priorities. We need to teach our children not only of physical dependence but of mental dependence. We need to teach our children not only the value of the buck but the value of the book, which you can buy with the buck that you now know the value of. We as African-Americans need to be the ones reading 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS and writing books. We need to be the ones teaching our children. Our youth need to be the ones who decide that they're not going to have their minds mishapen. " Our children need to know that they can be all that they can be without enlisting in the Army. We also need not let the Euro-dominated TV wigs lie to us about the crime and disorganization among African-American families. It's "Tell-lie vision," it tells lies to your vision. We're being lied to by statistics. , they're telling us that we won't succeed so we might as well not try. They're telling us that the black man's home is our jail. We are strong peoples and we need to know that the proportion of African-Americans who are criminals are small, and that of those who are drug-users, only 12 percent are African-American. And although we may become infuriated, we should also know that of those who 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS are incarcerated for drug-related crimes, 40 percent are African-Americans, when only 12 percent of those who use drugs are African-American. We cannot continue to have ourselves be lied to. S. We are not teaching our children how to grasp the opportunities around us. As a minority, we are already being shortchanged in our resources, but we need to understand that and do something about it. According to the 1990 census, of the people living in non-poverty areas, 6 percent were African-American, only 6 percent. Same census of the same year says, of the people living in these same areas, 87 percent were whites. In the areas where poverty ran rampant, 30 percent were African-American, compared to, in the non-poverty areas, where only 6 percent are African-American. We also have the lowest median household income among whites and minorities. This must change, and it can only change with unity within the community. And many of the problems that we are having as a community are 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS because of internalized racist oppression. What is it? Well, before we discover what is it, we need to realize that what we're teaching our children is not the right thing. We are teaching our children that they need to get out, they need an education to get out, they need to go to the Army to get out. We are in a struggle as African-Americans.
Our children need to be taught that they need to get in the struggle. And one of the struggles that we have is internalized racist oppression. What is it? Well, when we have a new idea and we hear in our minds that it won't succeed, that's internalized racist oppression. When we see a young man on the corner and we assume he's a juvenile delinquent, that's internalized racist oppression. When we see our young children and their pants are hanging off their butts, and we say they'll grow up to be nothing, that's internalized racist oppression. Now what do you think I am? (Mr. ) Now who do you think I am? Do I look like 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS a thug who you can't trust? Do I look like a future inmate who tells his story through a plastic glass? Do I remind you of the scum of the earth? I'm the same man who stood before you today with his collared shirt and his neatlypressed pants. Now I have on a dew rag, baggy jeans, and a T-shirt. I am the same man. But now who do you think I am? Thank you. )
Let's give all of our winners another round of applause. (Applause.)
We are always excited to have the winners come to City Council to make their presentations. We thank them for taking the time to participate in the process. We thank them for their commitment, and we wish them well as they grow and develop and become the outstanding citizens we know they will become. I want to again thank Dr. Carolyn Holmes for her leadership, along with Miss Partee for continuing to make sure that this program stays as 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS a part of our school programs. And they have had a struggle sometimes, but we thank you for your commitment. This is a worthwhile project that we support, and I want to again thank Citizens Bank. I invite our Council colleagues to come to lunch at the Crowne Plaza at 12:30. Again, thank you, Madam President for the time that we have here in City Council to present these outstanding students.
Let's give them another round of applause. Please stand. (Applause.)
And we certainly want to thank the parents because it's because of the parents that these students are where they are. We want to thank the supporters of each school, the teachers and support staff that work with these students, and we are just grateful for everybody. This is what we can do in our public schools, and we appreciate it. Thank you.
Council will be at ease. 3/14/02 VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS (Council stands at ease.) (Proceedings resume.) COMMUNICATIONS
The next order of business is communications. The Chair requests that the Sergeant-at-Arms deliver the messages from the Mayor to the clerk. The clerk will please read the messages from the Mayor.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, I am pleased to advise you that on March 13, 2002, I signed the following bill that was passed by Council at its session on February 28, 2002, Bill No. 020036. And I am transmitting herewith for the introduction and consideration of your honorable body an ordinance authorizing the Managing Director or her designee to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City of Philadelphia with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, acting through its Department of Public Health, for the City to administer a managed-care program under the name "Health Choice Behavioral Health." And an ordinance amending Title 9 of the Philadelphia Code by amending Section 9-203 relating to street vendors and Section 9-205 relating to sidewalk sales, by prohibiting street COMMUNICATIONS and sidewalk vending on certain portions of Callowhill Street and 16th Street.
The messages will be printed in the Journal. The clerk will please read any other communications in her possession.
Thank you. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
The next order of business is the introduction of bills and resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for a motion.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit immediate consideration of resolutions at their time of introduction. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit immediate consideration of resolutions at the time of introduction. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the motion carries. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney, if he's in the room. (Councilman Kenney not present at this time.)
Thank you, Madam 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION President. This morning, I introduce one resolution.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia deeds located in the 3rd and 6th Wards of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the motion carries The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions today.
The Chair thanks 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Cohen.
Madam President, I offer one bill, one privileged resolution, and another resolution, which also requires a vote.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Contract and Procurement," by adding Chapter 17-1100, entitled "Ban on Purchase of Motor Vehicle Fuels containing MTVE," prohibiting the City from entering into contracts for the purchase of motor vehicle fuel containing methyl tertiary butyl ether, under certain terms and conditions.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution authorizing the City Council Committee on Law and Government to conduct a full and comprehensive investigation of allegations that biological and chemical research was forced upon people incarcerated in the 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION Philadelphia prisons during the years 1949 to 1974.
Madam President, I move the adoption of the resolution and seek to be heard. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you, Madam President. In this room today are a number of people who are survivors of a bizarre episode -- we at least hope it was bizarre in that it occurred only once -- of a strange experimentation in which human beings who were prisoners in the Philadelphia prisons complex were used as human experiments for chemical and biological research conducted largely, as the prisoners understood it, by the University Pennsylvania. They were promised a few extra dollars for spending money. They were assured that there would be no evil consequences occurring, that these were kinds of routine tests that were being made. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION What happened was that thousands of Philadelphians, who were prisoners, most of whom returned to civil life and have lived an exemplary life since their periods of incarceration, were subjected to experimentation which caused them severe injuries. We fear that many deaths were caused. And today, many years after the experiments which began in 1949 and continued for 25 years through 1974, many of the victims of that experimentation are now suffering from all kinds of physical ailments and dangers to their lives. The purpose of this resolution is to shed light on what I referred to originally as "a bizarre occurrence." Philadelphia is a place known for its dedication to liberty and freedom, not to its subjection of human beings to experimentation as if they were nothing other than animals. And, therefore, I'm urging upon my colleagues a unanimous vote of support. I am pleased to announce that over a dozen Councilmembers have already sponsored this resolution. Would those who are here who were in the prisons at the time please stand. I see they're 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION standing with placards talking a little about the circumstances to which they were subjected Thank you, Madam President.
Thank you A motion was made and seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution will be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution honoring HIAS, the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society of the Council of Migration Services of Philadelphia on their 120th anniversary.
Madam President, I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Krajewski.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Title 4 of the Philadelphia Code, the Philadelphia Building Construction, and Occupancy Code, by adding section PM, entitled "Penalties," to include provisions for the issuance of a code violation notice in a specific amount to persons who are licensed under this section and fail to notify the Department of changes.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Mariano.
Thank you. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.
Madam President, I offer two resolutions and one bill.
The clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance authorizing the Managing Director, or her designees, to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City of Philadelphia with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, acting through its Department of Public Welfare, for the City to administer a managed-care program under the name "Health Choices Behavioral Health."
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution
And a resolution recognizing May 9, 2002 as "Women's Way Day" in the City of Philadelphia.
Madam President, I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.) 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the motion carries. The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution authorizing the City Council Committee on Law and Government to conduct a full and comprehensive investigation of the desirability of offering mile-based insurance to drivers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and directing the committee to communicate its findings to the Mayor's Task Force on Automobile Insurance.
Madam President, I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and seconded that the resolution be adopted.
Madam President, I would like to speak on the resolution. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
Thank you. In an effort to crack down on the illegal drivers, the City of Philadelphia will begin citywide enforcement of its Live Stop Program in June. Although I'm supportive of the Live Stop Program and its intent, I also know that the largest barrier that many Philadelphians face in trying to comply with the law is the unconscionably high cost of automobile insurance. And I know that as a Council, we have adopted several resolutions decrying the pricing practices of insurance carriers which charge Philadelphia drivers more than twice the rate charged to residents of the surrounding four counties. However, today, I have introduced this resolution calling for Council to investigate the possibility of offering an unconventional type of car insurance called "mile-based insurance" to drivers in the City of Philadelphia and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The State of Texas was the first state in 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION the nation to approve the selling of mile-based insurance, which allows drivers to purchase car insurance by the mile versus the traditional dollar-per-year coverage. I must say that I agree with Texas State Insurance Commissioner Jose Montemeo (ph), who stated, and I quote, "Anything that may lower auto insurance rates as well as make a dent in the number of uninsured drivers on the road is good for Texas." And I think that the mile-based insurance is a measure worth investigating for possible use in Philadelphia and in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I do know that in 1992, Congressman Chaka Fattah, who was then a state senator, along with former State Representative Andrew Carn, attempted to address this issue in the legislature. Well, with the Live Stop Program in mind, I think it is fitting that our legislative body review this issue for the benefit of our respective constituencies. After our public hearing, we will forward our findings to the Pennsylvania General Assembly and to the Mayor's Task Force on Automobile Insurance, chaired by my colleague 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION Councilman Darrell Clarke. I think it's an idea worth exploring, and I look forward to a healthy discussion around this mile-based insurance. Thank you, Madam President. I ask my colleagues to support it.
Thank you. A motion was made and it was seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Miller.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions today.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions today.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions this morning. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Ortiz.
Thank you, Madam President. I offer three bills an four resolutions, one resolution honoring the -commemorating the 30th anniversary of Women in Transition, and it was signed by all members of City Council.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance establishing a Neighborhood Improvement District in the area bounded generally by the eastern side of Tulip Street and the northern side of Allegheny Avenue.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
And an ordinance authorizing 801 Market Street Holdings, owners of the property 801 Market Street, to construct, use, own, and maintain two private pedestrian light posts with underground appurtenances and conduit on and under the west footway of Eighth Street.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing 801 Market Street Holdings, owners of the property 801 Market Street, to construct, own, and maintain four concrete planters and three steel pipe bollards on the west footway of Eighth Street.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution initiating action to establish a Neighborhood Improvement District in an area bounded generally on eastern side of Tulip Street, the northern side of Allegheny Avenue, and the western side of Amber Street.
The Chair recognizes Councilman DiCicco. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
Move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and -- Councilman, is this to be referred to a committee?
No? The resolution has been adopted. The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Whitman Urban Renewal area.
Thank you, Madam 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The clerk will please read the title of the next resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia deeds located in 5th, 25th, and 31st Wards of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the motion carries. The clerk will please read the final resolution.
A resolution commemorating the 30th anniversary of Women in Transition and applauding the successful history of empowering women and applauding their successful history of empowering women in the greater Philadelphia region
Thank you, Madame President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the motion carries. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.
The clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Title 9 of the Philadelphia Code by amending Section 9-203 relating to street vendors and Section 9-205 relating to by sidewalk sales by prohibiting street and sidewalk vending on certain portions of Callowhill and 16th Streets and creating a Special Vendor District on certain portions of Callow Hill Street, under certain terms and conditions.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. And the Chair recognizes Councilman Longstreth.
Madam President, I have no bills or resolutions today.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo. 3/14/02 STATED - BILLS/RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCTION
Our next item of business is reports from committees, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney for a report from the Rules Committee.
Thank you, Madam President. The Rules Committee reports out five bills with favorable recommendations.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Rules to which was referred: Bill No. 010635, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zonings designations of certain areas of land; and Bill No. 020041, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land; and Bill No. 020050, an ordinance amending Title 14 of Philadelphia Code relating to zoning planning by amending Chapter 14-1600, entitled "Miscellaneous," by amending Section 14-1610, entitled "Old City Residential Area Special District Controls"; 3/14/02 STATED - COMMITTEE REPORTS and Bill No. 020088, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land; and Bill No. 020095, an ordinance amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia Code relating to zoning and planning by amending Section 1401615, entitled "Main Street Manayunk Special District Controls," by amending certain prohibited uses and the Sunset Provision, all under certain terms and conditions respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns attached the bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.
Madam President, I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day 010635, 020041, 020050, 020088, and 020095. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill No.'s 010635, 020041, 020050, 3/14/02 STATED - COMMITTEE REPORTS 020088, and 020095. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the bills just read will be placed on today's first-reading calendar. That concludes the reports from committees. 3/14/02 STATED - FIRST-READING BILLS
Our next business is the consideration of the calendar. The clerk will please read the bills on the first-reading calendar.
Bill No. 020024, an ordinance amending an ordinance approved April 4, 2001 (Bill No. 010001) relating to the Capital Program for the six fiscal years 2002 though 2007 by increasing and adding projects and amounts in certain departments.
And Bill No. 020025, an ordinance amending an ordinance approved April 4, 2001, (Bill No. 010002) relating to the Fiscal 2002 Capital Budget by increasing and adding projects and amounts in departments
And Bill No. 010635, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zonings Maps by changing the zoning designations on certain areas of land.
The Chair agrees. 3/14/02 STATED - FIRST-READING BILLS
And Bill No. 020041, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designation of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Gillian Street, Tackawanna Street, Orthodox Street, and Ditman Street.
And Bill No. 020050, an ordinance amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia Code relating to zoning and planning by amending Section 14-1610, entitled "Old City Residential Area Special District Controls, "all under certain terms and conditions.
And Bill No. 020088, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land.
And Bill No. 020095, an ordinance amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia 3/14/02 STATED - FIRST-READING BILLS Code relating to zoning and planning by amending Section 14-1615, entitled "Main Street Manayunk Special District Controls, all under certain terms and conditions.
The Chair agrees. May I see a the clerk a minute, please. Of (The clerk and Council President Verna confer off the record.)
The bills read by the clerk will be placed on the second-reading and final-passage calendar for our next session of Council. 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL-READING - BILL 010232
The Chair at this time recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for the purpose of calling up bills on the second reading and final-passage calendar to be considered today.
Thank you, Madam President. Today, Bill No.'s 020026, 020027, and 020 are being called for second reading and final passage. Bill No. 010232 is being recommitted to committee, and all other bills being held.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 010232.
Bill No. 020026, an ordinance amending an ordinance approved by the Mayor on October 11 -- I'm sorry, Madam President.
Bill 010232, an ordinance Section 9-204 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Vendors in Center City," by exempting sidewalk sales by owners and tenants of the properties in the 900, 1000, and the 1100 blocks of Pine Street; and regulating such activity under the 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL-READING - BILL 010232 sidewalk sales provisions of Section 9-205 of the Philadelphia Code, all under certain terms and conditions.
It must be a very interesting conversation. I think it's your desire to recommit the bill?
A motion was made to recommit Bill No. 010232. Is there a second? (Duly seconded.)
All of those in favor will say aye. Those opposed?? The ayes have it, and the motion carries. Bill No. 010232 will be recommitted to committee. 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL READING - BILL 020026 The clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 020026.
An ordinance amending an ordinance approved by the Mayor on October 11, 2000 (Bill No. 000535) authorizing a loan in the amount of $162,135,000 subject to the approval of the electors at the November 7, 2000 election to reduce the total amount of the loan authorized by said ordinance to $120,935,000.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, shall the bill pass finally? The clerk will please call the roll.
Councilman Kenney? 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL READING - BILL 020026
Aye. The ayes are 17, the nays are 0. A 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL READING - BILL 020027 majority of all members of City Council having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. The next bill being called for consideration is Bill No. 020027.
An ordinance authorizing the creation of a loan, or loans, to provide funds for and towards various capital municipal purposes, providing for obtaining the consent of the electors to increasing the indebtedness of the City of Philadelphia and fixing a day for holding the election for obtaining such consent, and providing for the arrangements for holding such election.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, shall the bill pass finally? The clerk will please call the roll.
Aye. The ayes are 17, the nays are 0. A majority of all motorcycles having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. The final bill to be called for consideration is Bill No. 020047.
An ordinance amending Chapter 19-200 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "City Funds, Deposits, Investments, Disbursements," by amending Section 19-201, entitled "City Depositories," by requiring a statement of community reinvestment goals for low- and moderate-income neighborhoods in the City of Philadelphia
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, shall the bill pass finally? The clerk will please call the roll.
Councilman Cohen? 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL READING - BILL 020047
Councilman Rizzo? 3/14/02 STATED - FINAL READING - BILL 020047
Aye. The ayes are 17, the nays are 0. A majority of all motorcycles having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes That concludes calendar for today. 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES
Are there speeches on the part of the Minority? (No speeches on the part of the Minority.)
Are there speeches on the part of the Majority? The Chair recognizes Councilman Cohen.
Thank you, Madam President. Just for a moment, a matter of concern to me. I've been a very strong supporter of the war on terrorism. I thought the President led a tremendous coalition of countries in a very difficult, but very important, struggle. But I must say that I've become very disturbed recently about this nuclear saberrattling by the President, threatening other countries with nuclear warfare to be initiated by the United States if there are any threats coming from them. I think that that kind of threat is bad because of the huge dangers to the whole world's existence of nuclear weaponry. I think it's one thing to be a leader of the free world coalition of nations; it's something 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES else to assume the role of being the world policeman and to say, We're going to act no matter what any other countries do. So I'm just suggesting to everybody, let's keep listing, let's keep watching, and let's keep hoping that the United States returns to the policy of being a world leader, not a world bully. Thank you, Madam President.
Are there any other speeches on the part of the Majority? The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.
Thank you, Madam President. I'd just like to give my Council colleagues an update. Last year, they were courageous to pass by a unanimous vote Bill 715 on predatory lending, and although our state preempted the bill, the bill has had an impact nationally across this country. Many cities have passed forms of the bill, are working along with the ACORN group. The bills have taken various forms and shapes. 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES But an interesting story, and I will circulate, and have circulated, an article that appeared in the Philadelphia Weekly that the Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio, in the face of her state passing a law that says local jurisdictions could not pass predatory-lending laws, anti-predatorylending laws, she and her council unanimously passed a predatory-lending bill to protect the citizens of Cleveland, Ohio, and told the State, if they want to, they could sue them, but they were going to protect their citizens. And I will tell you, it is a national problem. We're real pleased also to report that the predatory-lending issue has become a part of the national policy of the National League of Cities, and you will see it in the policy book, which will probably be sent to you by the National League of Cities. Again, I want to thank my colleagues for that vote and let them know that we may have lost that battle, but we have not lost the war; we are still waging it around the country. And they are recognized -- this Council is 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES always recognized for the work that we did and the vote that we gave to that issue. So, again, I say thank you very much.
Well, Councilwoman, you are to be credited with that. I think you worked very long and very hard to bring it to the attention of not only the members of this Council but, as you say, it's now being called to the attention of many, many other city councils. So we applaud you for getting so involved. You did a fabulous job. (Applause.)
Councilman O'Neill, did you want to be recognized?
Yes, please, Madam President. I would just like to go on the record as supporting the President and recognizing this country as a world leader, and I don't think it's anything we have to return to. We are clearly a world leader, the world leader. And to the extent that someone may report that the President is using bully tactics, it usually comes from a personal perspective, and I assume that the information the President is using 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES during a time of war is something that's a little more creditable than anything we have in this room. So I would want to make sure that the record reflects that Councilman Cohen's opinion is not unanimous, and at least one member of this Council disagrees with him. Thank you.
Thank you. Are there any other speeches on the part of the Minority or the Majority? The Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo.
Madam President, I would also like to be counted basically on the same position as Councilman O'Neill, that the record shows that there are two members of this Council that support the President. Thank you.
You're very welcome. Councilman Ortiz, I see that your light is on.
Councilman Ortiz, do you want to be recognized? 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES
Yes. I wasn't going to say anything, but I think my colleague Dave Cohen expressed something that every American and every individual across the world should be concerned about. (Applause.)
When a country becomes a leader and becomes the most powerful nation in the world, does that mean that it gives them the authority to use that power in whatever way they deem necessary for their own interests, especially when you're talking about nuclear warfare, because just one mistake does not mean the end of Iraq; it could mean just the end of the world as we know it. And those of us who have read and lived through the 13 days of the John Kennedy crisis over the missiles in Cuba would understand what the holocaust of nuclear warfare can mean and what a policy of saber-rattling of the nature that is being done by this administration. And "the President, right or wrong" and "my nation, right or wrong," has never been a correct public policy and a correct national policy. The President is wrong, and it is 3/14/02 STATED - SPEECHES something that we need to begin looking at, talking about it, or else, we will be led down a road in which this nation and the people of this nation will have no say in whatever happens to them in the future. Remaining quiet at this point is not something that we can afford to do. Thank you. (Applause.)
Thank you. Are there any other speeches from members of the committee? (No further speeches.) 3/14/02 STATED - ADJOURNMENT
Madam President, I move that Council stand adjourned until Thursday, March 21st, at 10 a.m. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and seconded that Council stand adjourned until March 21, 2002, at 10 a.m. All in favor will say aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it the motion carries. Thank you. (Proceedings end at 11:50 a.m.) CERTIFICATE I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing proceedings of the Council of the City of Philadelphia of Thursday, date 2002, are contained fully and accurately in the stenographic notes taken by me, and that this is a true and correct transcript of same. RE: STATED MEETING _______________________________, Josephine Cardillo Registered Professional Reporter and Notary Public (The foregoing certification of this transcript does not apply to any reproduction of the same by any means, unless under the direct control and/or supervision of the certifying reporter.)