Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the resolution passes. Mr. Decker, please read the title of 130656-A.
An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by further providing for revised sign controls; and amending Chapter 9-600, entitled "Service and Other Businesses," by adjusting the licensing fees for commercial outdoor advertising signs; and amending Chapter 19-3400, entitled Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING "Excise Tax on Outdoor Advertising Transactions," by adjusting the excise tax on outdoor advertising signs.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the amendment to Bill No. 130656-A. A copy of the amendment has been circulated to all members of this Council. (Duly seconded.)
The amendment to 130656-A has been moved and seconded. All those in favor of the amendment? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and Bill No. 130656-A is amended and will be on the Second Reading Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING and Final Passage Calendar at our next session of Council. Mr. Decker, 150406. That's being held. I'm sorry. That's being held. Mr. Decker, 150239.
An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Germantown Avenue, School House Lane, Greene Lane, and Armat Street.
This bill has been read on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Aye. Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Reynolds Brown.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 150264.
An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes.
This bill has been read on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING O'Brien.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 150355. Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Fifth Street, Reed Street, Fourth Street, and Dickinson Street.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Henon. Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Tasco.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 150441.
An ordinance amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," Chapter 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Use Regulations," and Chapter 19-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Hotel Room Rental Tax," to facilitate short-term rentals of accommodations, to clarify the imposition and collection of Hotel Tax on the same.
Thank Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING you, Mr. President. I'd like to offer an amendment to this bill. It's technical in nature. The amendment has been circulated to members of Council, and I move the adoption of the amendment. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor of the amendment? (Aye.)
The ayes have it. The amendment to 150441 is adopted, and 150441 will be on next week's Final Passage Calendar. Mr. Decker, 140721.
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 to the Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of a new Department of Planning and Development, headed by a Cabinet-level Director, to oversee the City's planning, zoning, licensing, inspection, enforcement, and housing functions.
Thank you. This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Henon. Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Tasco.
Aye. The ayes are 15, the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 150368.
An ordinance amending Chapter 20-1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Political Contributions and Expenditures," by further providing for disclosures relating to contributions and committee expenditures, including electioneering communications expenditures, further defining expenditures, further providing for regulation of contributions, and making technical changes.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING O'Brien.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, do you have any Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING additional resolution?
A resolution recognizing and honoring Dr. Luis Montaner for his outstanding and groundbreaking research to foster a cure for HIV, introduced by Councilwoman Sanchez.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
Thank you. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING recognizing the Philadelphia Muslim Community and acknowledging June as the holy month of Ramadan as we celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection, introduced by Councilwoman Sanchez.
The Chair again recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution recognizing and celebrating the Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Robolancers on qualifying for the World Championship, introduced by Councilwoman Sanchez.
The Chair one more time recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution recognizing and honoring the outstanding service of Inspector Sonia Velazquez to the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilwoman Sanchez. Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
Thank you. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution mourning the death and honoring the memory of the life of Police Officer Walter J. DeWitt III, a Philadelphia Police Officer for 33 years who passed away June 5, 2015 while undergoing surgery at Hahnemann University Hospital to repair a fractured shoulder he Stated Meeting June 11, 2015 6/11/15 - STATED - 2ND READING suffered in an accident in a patrol car in 1995, introduced by Councilman Neilson.