COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Thursday, 12/20/01 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 J. 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 12/20/01 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION
I note that the hour has come and that a quorum of this Council is present. The 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 the Reverend Arrington Medley, Assistant Pastor of the Phillipian Baptist Church. He is here today as the guest of Councilman Goode. All members and guests will please rise. (All rise.)
I was informed when I came that during this period when I shared my few remarks, you all would be the nicest you would probably be all day long. (Laughter.)
So I'm going to pray, have a few brief words, pray once again, and then I'll be out of with our way; is that all right? Let's pray. O, God, we come right now, believing that You are here with us. God, we come right now, believing that you are the reason for the season. God, we come right now, asking to hear from you. 12/20/01 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION For it's in your son's name we pray. Amen.
Please be seated. I just want to share this, this is all I want to say, and then I'll be out of the way.
It's never that easy to have a Baptist preacher come and get rid of him that fast, especially at this time of year. (Laughter.)
And as I have a brief chance to address fellow Philadelphians, I just take this opportunity to say that I believe we all suffer from a hearing problem, a hearing problem. I'm not going to say what part of City I live in, and you may recognize this person, but there was a 95-year-old man who was walking around town, acting very, very strange. He was acting strange because everyone saw him laughing and hugging and squeezing on this very, very young gorgeous woman. This 95-year-old man was hugging and squeezing this young woman until one day, he cut the 12/20/01 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION corner and ran smack dab into his doctor. His doctor shouted at him and said, "Arthur, what are you?" Arthur screamed back and said, "Doctor, I'm doing I'm doing what you told me to do. He said, "What do you mean?" He said you told me to get a hot mama and to be cheerful. The doctor said, "No, Arthur, I said you have a heart murmur and to be careful." (Laughter.)
You have a heart murmur and to be careful. I simply say that to say there are a lot of people who suffer from similar types of hearing problems. I believe this is the time of year we celebrate the impossibility of God; that is, God is always speaking to us through something that seems impossible, and oftentimes, we don't hear God correctly, because if we heard God correctly, we would hear that God not only speaks to us through at the impossibility but says that God will be with us in the impossibility. So this morning, I get out of your way, just inviting you to listen more closely. I get out of your way, lifting up the season as a time to hear 12/20/01 STATED - GREETING/INVOCATION from God. I get out of your way with this brief prayer: O, God, we thank You in advance for being here. We hear you more clearly through the impossibilities, and we thank you for this season, for in His son Jesus's name, we pray, Amen.
Amen. The Chair thanks Reverend Medley for his very inspiring invocation Council will be at easy. (Council stands at ease.) (Proceedings resume.)
At this time, I would ask my colleagues to please join me in thanking Councilman Kenney for his thoughtfulness in providing the beautiful poinsettia plants that we all have at our desks. Thank you, Councilman. (Applause.)
The next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the 12/20/01 STATED - JOURNAL APPROVAL/LEAVES OF ABS. meeting of Thursday, December 13, 2001, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, December 13, 2001 stand approved. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, December 13, 2001 stand approved. All in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed?? The ayes have it. The motion carries, and the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, December 13, 2001 stands approved.
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 of absence this morning on the part of the Majority.
The Chair thanks the Councilwoman. 12/20/01 STATED - JOURNAL APPROVAL/LEAVES OF ABS. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Madam President, on behalf of the Republican, there are no requests for leaves of absence.
The Chair will dispense with the regular order of business to recognize the guests and visitors joining in us chambers this morning. On behalf of all members of City Council, I welcome you to our 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. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo, who will make a presentation honoring the City employees Combined Campaign Choir. Will Miss Jacqueline Henry, Choir Director, and those accompanying her please join the Councilman at the podium. (Honoree et al. come forward.)
Councilman Nutter and Mariano will be joining me. Hi, Jacqueline. Good seeing you. 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
Good morning, everyone. Honoring the City Employees Combined Campaign Choir: Whereas, the City Employees Combined Campaign Choir was organized in October of 1997 as an innovative and creative method to increase City employees' pledges to meet the City's stated charitable fund-raising goals; and
Whereas, in an effort to enhance and encourage donations, the Combined Campaign Choir engages in cross-city campaigns, embracing such themes as "Claim Your Dream, Philadelphia" and "Embrace Your Dream"; and Whereas, approximately 35 City employees are members of the Combined Campaign Choir, representing several different departments and agencies of the government of the City of Philadelphia; and
Whereas, these dedicated City employees helped the Combined Campaign Choir fulfill its mission to deliver a message through song to promote giving to those less fortune than we; Now, therefore, resolved by the Council of 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS the City of Philadelphia that we hereby honor the City Employees Combined Campaign Choir.
Further resolved that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented as evidence of the sincere sentiments of this legislative body. Jacqueline, I'd like to present this on behalf of all members of City Council for all of your good work and the members of the choir. (Applause.)
Thank you and good morning. I would just like to briefly give some acknowledgment and facts on behalf of City Council. We'd like to thank first of all Gabe Hardiman (ph.), the renowned recording artist who has been so faithful in dedicating his time for the last few years to the Combined Campaign Choir and to the City and his effort. I'd like to also give thanks to the choir with its base of about 30, 35 members from across the City of Philadelphia, who did not think it was robbery to take time out of their busy schedules 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS today to come here to be a part of this even. I would also like to thank Councilman Rizzo and staff for inviting us to this event. And I also like to thank Melissa Mandos, who's not here today, who coordinates the Combined Campaign Choir. And I'd just like to thank all of you for being a part of this ceremony as well. And before the choir comes forward to render to you just a few melodies of some of our songs, we also have with us today Susan Higgenbotham from the AIDS Fund, who would like to come forth and just say a few words, and after Susan speaks, the next voice will that of the Combined Campaign Choir. And I'd like to accept this resolution on behalf of the Combined Campaign Choir. And thank you very much. (Applause.)
Thank you, Jackie. I'm thrilled to be here and honored to represent the 13 different charities that benefit from the City Employees Combined Campaign, and these are 13 very worthy causes. The City Campaign is a highlight in our year for these nonprofit organizations. And it's 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS not an exaggeration when I tell you that local charities needs your support now more than ever. This is just my second visit to Council. My first one was earlier this year when Councilman Ortiz had the wisdom to recognize that there was a need to have hearings again on HIV and AIDS, and we thank him for that. In addition, I want to thank Councilman Rizzo for helping to promote the Combined Campaign and recognizing the choir and providing the leadership necessary to do that. The truth is that City Councilmembers and staffers are in a position every day to improve the lives of our neighbors, friends, and loved ones. And that's really what we have in common with the charities because every day of the year, these 13 charities are working to make a difference in the lives of Philadelphians. There are over 700 City employees that volunteer with the Center for Responsible Funding to put on this campaign, and they inspire us every day. And I found out before I cam today that City Council has raised more money in this campaign than you ever have before, and you are to be congratulated. Thank 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS you. (Applause.)
And today, I'm reminded of something that Martin Luther King said, and I'll paraphrase. Everyone can be great because everyone can serve. And City Councilmembers and staffers serve the City every day, and we're asking you to just serve in one more way. And if haven't already given to the charity or charities of your choice, please consider doing so. And also, if you could please advocate for the City Campaign with colleagues and coworkers, we'd greatly appreciate it. I wish you all peace and good health in the coming year and thank you so much. And thank you, choir members. (Combined Campaign Choir makes choral presentation.) (Applause.)
Beautiful, wonderful. Thank you so much. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilmembers DiCicco, Kenney, Tasco, and Rizzo, who will present a resolution honoring Police 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Commissioner John Timoney. Will Commissioner Timoney and those accompanying him please join the Councilmembers at the podium.
I was just threatened by a Police Commissioner. (Laughter.) (Honoree et al. come forward.)
Thank you. Thank you, Madam President. Good morning. This is a resolution honoring Police Commissioner John Timoney for his leadership and dedication to the City of Philadelphia: Whereas, as a former New York City street cop turned Deputy Commissioner, John Timoney arrived in Philadelphia in a bleak February 1998, bringing dogged experience and unbridled optimism to a city desperately trying to escape from many winters of discontent but still hopeful for change; and
Whereas, the new police commissioner brought a blunt, charismatic, persuasive, reassuring, charming, pugnacious, 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS principled, articulate, sagacious, intense, reasonable, disciplined, smart, and humorous personality to our police force, our city, and its residents; and
Whereas, Commissioner Timoney's engaging personality, coupled with his innovative management techniques, led to dramatic changes in our city's police department. These remarkable changes included revamping the Police Academy curriculum, instituting longer, more intense driver training programs, encouraging more officers to pursue college degrees, restructuring the department's command structure, developing and implementing a computer and statistical analysis system to isolate high-crime zones, and appointing the first woman to head a City police division; and
Whereas, the Commissioner's efforts led to homicides rates dropping to all-time lows, to crime statistics we could trust, to a police force committed to continuing education, to a cop at every block, and most importantly, to a contagious, confidence that positive change would continue under his unrelenting watch; and 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Whereas, he brought out the best in his officers, encouraging them to think outside the box, restoring morale, and encouraging each officer to achieve his or her own potential. He was never afraid to admit he made a mistake, but he was always quick to share the accolades with his officers. By eliminating political influence and demanding accountability of all officers, he raised the bar and made our officers stand taller and prouder; and whereas...
This native son of Dublin has been embraced by his adopted City of Philadelphia, becoming as much an icon as the Liberty Bell or a cheese steak. Whether chasing down purse=snatchers in Rittenhouse Square, rowing on the Schuylkill, reading James Joyce in an Irish pub, or comforting a wounded officer and his family, he has been visible and accessible to all Philadelphians. Now, therefore...
Resolved by the Council of the City of Philadelphia that we hereby honor and comment Police Commissioner John Timoney. We thank him for fine work and dedication to the 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS citizens of Philadelphia, and we wish him success and fulfillment now and forever. Be it further resolved that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to John Timoney as evidence of the gratitude, admiration, and sincere respect of this legislative body, signed by Council President Anna C. Verna and cosigned by all members of City Council. Thank you, Commissioner. (Standing ovation.) COMMISSIONER TIMONEY: Thank you very much.
The Chair recognizes Commissioner Timoney for remarks. COMMISSIONER TIMONEY: Thank you, President Verna. You know, when I first got here, I was worried about dealing with the Council because I knew there were at least two Jesuit-trained Councilmembers -- Nutter and Kenny. Kenney, "sagacious"? Please. (Laughter.) COMMISSIONER TIMONEY: I'm sure there are other ones here, but I know Michael Nutter and Jim 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS Kenney are both Jesuit-trained. Thank you for this great honor today. It's almost four years ago when I first appeared spontaneously before this body to do -- to be questioned, and in some cases, duel with the members, and it was a lot of fun. And over the last four years, this Council has been very supportive of not just me but the entire department. And for that, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I also want to point out my wife, Noreen. And my daughter Christine's here. I want to thank them for being here. (Applause.) COMMISSIONER TIMONEY: I also want to thank Mayor Street for reappointing me three years ago and then raising me to the level of cabinet member, and I'll always be indebted to him. And then, finally, there are a lot of folks, men and women back here, that make up the Philadelphia Police Department. And their support, their tiring [sic] efforts on behalf of the citizens has just a tremendous pleasure to me. And just before coming here today, we were at COMPSTAT again this morning, and there's still -- towards the end 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS of the year, they're still working hard, fighting crime. And I want to thank them. They're a great bunch. This city is in great hands. We've got tremendous leadership throughout the organization. And so, nothing but good is going to happen in the future. And then finally, to my partner and colleague, Sylvester Johnson. Sylvester thanks for all of your support. Thank you very much. (Applause.)
Council will be at ease. (Council stands at ease.) (Proceedings resume.)
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Krajewski, who will make our next presentation, a resolution honoring Linda Seyda. Will Miss Seyda and those accompanying her please join the Councilwoman at the podium. (Honoree et al. come forward.)
Thank you, Madam 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS President. A resolution honoring Linda Seyda. Whereas, Linda Seyda is retiring after 34 years of service to the City of Philadelphia; and
Whereas, Miss Seyda spent a good deal of her childhood living in Mt. Airy where she attended the C.W. Henry and Houston Schools. Her father was the pastor at Nativity Lutheran Church located in North Philadelphia; and Whereas, her family relocated to State College, Pennsylvania, where Linda received her bachelor's degree from Penn State University; and
Whereas, Linda was drawn back to the city she loved as a child, returning to Philadelphia and accepting a position as a management trainee with the Free Library back in 1968; and Whereas, Linda gradually rose through the ranks due to her diligence and dedication, culminating with her appointment as Deputy Personnel Director in 1982 and as the first female Director of Personnel in 1994; and
Whereas, in 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS addition to her tremendous success with the City, Linda also managed to obtain her master's degree in public administration from Temple University in 1980; and Whereas, during her tenure with the City Linda served under the administration of six different mayors; and
Whereas, Linda has served this city in a number of other capacities, including as a member of the Board of Pensions and Retirement, the City Representative on the six union health and welfare boards, and as a member of the City's bargaining team; and Whereas, Linda also had the wonderful opportunity to meet a fellow employee, Bob Boris, who would later her become husband. They will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary in May 2002. Now, therefore...
Resolved by the Council of the City of Philadelphia that we hereby honor and commend Linda Seyda for her 34 years of service to the City of Philadelphia and its residents. 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
Recovered further that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Linda Seyda, further evidencing the grateful appreciation of this legislative body. We wish her success in all of her future endeavors. (Applause.)
Linda, this is a true and correct copy of the original resolution adopted by the Council of the City of Philadelphia on the 6th day of December, 2001, signed by the President of City Council, Anna C. Verna, and cosponsored by all members of City Council. Congratulations. (Applause.)
Thank you, members of City Council and Council President Verna. When I accepted my first position with the City almost 34 years ago, it was not with the commitment of a career with the City. However, the decision to come back to Philadelphia was one of the best of my life. I have learned that the rewards of public 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS service are much greater than I ever imagined. I've had the privilege of being able to have a positive influence on the quality of our City workforce and, by extension, on the ability of the City to serve the citizens of our community. I've enjoyed this opportunity immensely but feel, with mixed emotions, that it is now time to move on to new endeavors and new challenges. I am pleased to have been a part of the reform of the City's pension disability system, increasing diversity of the City's workforce, ensuring integrity in the selection and promotion processes for municipal employees, achieving significant savings in the City's health care programs, and successfully negotiating contracts with the City unions. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with many elected and appointed officials, public administrators, union officials, and most importantly, the rank-and-file workforce. While we have not always agreed, we have always been able to put our differences aside to achieve what we believed was in the best interests of the City. I would very much like to acknowledge 12/20/01 STATED - VISITOR RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS everyone personally today, but time does not allow it. I would, however, like to make special mention and appreciation for the dedication and loyalty of the Personnel Department staff for the support they have given me over the years. Without their help, it would not have been possible for me to achieve what I've been able to do. And I would also like to publicly recognize the support of one other person who is here with me today, and that is my husband, Bob Boris. Marrying him was one of the best decisions of my life, too. (Applause.)
Thank you again for the opportunity to serve our city and our citizens. Thank you so much for this honor, I truly appreciate it. (Applause.)
Linda, we're all going to miss you and we wish you well, Dear. Council will be at ease. And, Joe Martz, don't sneak out on us. We just noticed you. We welcome you home. Have a happy holiday. Nice seeing you. 12/20/01 STATED - COMMUNICATIONS (Council stands at easy.) (Proceedings resume.)
The next order of business is communications. The Chair recognizes 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 December 19, 2001, I signed all of the bills that were passed by Council at its session on December 6, 2001. And I have also signed Bill No. 010648 that was passed by Council at its session on December 13, 2001.
The messages will be printed in the Journal. The clerk will please read any our other communications in her possession.
Thank you. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS
The next order of business is the introduction of bills and resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Blackwell for a motion.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit immediate consideration of the 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 of the motion will signify by saying 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.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS
Thank you, Madam President. This morning, I have four resolutions -two on your behalf, two privileged on my behalf, one of those cosponsored by Councilman DiCicco, and two bills.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance amending section 2 of an ordinance (Bill No. 990834) approved December 30, 1999 entitled, "An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 246."
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance amending Title 4 of the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code, Subcode B, the Philadelphia Building Code, Chapter 11 to amend Section B-1101 to require newly-constructed single and multi-family dwellings to be constructed according to the provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City deeds located in the 36th Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
Madam President, I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those 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.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS deeds located in the 36th Ward 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 resolution has been adopted. The will clerk please read the final resolution.
And a resolution honoring Folasade Olanipekun, City Treasurer.
Madam President, I move for the adoption of this resolution. (Duly seconded.)
All those in 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS favor of the adoption of the resolution will signify by saying 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 honoring Jane Golden and the City of Philadelphia's Mural Arts Program for its recent receipt of the 2001 Coming Up Taller Award sponsored by the President's Committee of the Arts and Humanities, National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities for its continued commitment to the youth of the City.
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman Cohen.
Madam President, I offer two resolutions, one submitted on behalf of yourself and myself, the other with the chief cosponsor Donna Miller, Chairperson of the Education Committee, plus 10 additional sponsors.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution authorizing the City Council, under the direction and supervision of the Committee on Law and Government, to hire outside counsel to bring a lawsuit on its behalf against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Governor of the Commonwealth, the Secretary of Education, and the members of any boards or commissions.
Madam President, I move the adoption of the resolution. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? Was there a no?
Okay, the record will reflect that Councilman Rizzo is voting in the negative.
Madam President, on the School District, I'd like to be recorded as voting no. Thank you.
Are we to have a roll call? Is there anyone else? (Councilman Longstreth indicates intent to vote no.)
Thank you. The record will reflect that 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS Councilmembers Longstreth, Mariano, Rizzo, and O'Neill are voting in the negative. All others vote in the affirmative, so the motion passes, and this resolution will be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Committee on Law and Government to investigate the City's lack of participation in the Transit Check Program, which would permit City employees to purchase vouchers for public transportation through pre-tax payroll deduction.
Madam President, I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Krajewski.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Mariano.
Madam President, I'd like to introduce two privileged resolutions.
The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution honoring Merle Reese on 25 years of play by play for the Philadelphia Eagles.
It has been moved and seconded that the resolution be adopted. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS All those 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 honoring Louis Applebaum on his retirement from the City of Philadelphia.
Move for the adoption, Madam President. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.
Madam President, I 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS have no bill or resolutions today.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Miller.
Madam President, I offer no bills or resolutions today.
The Chair thanks the Councilwoman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter
Thank you, Madam President. I offer two bills and two resolutions; the resolutions, I will be asking for a vote on.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the bill, please.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2600 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Standards of Conduct and Ethics," by adding anti-nepotism provisions and prohibiting City officers and employees from taking or recommending certain personnel actions affecting family members, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance amending 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS Chapter 21-1100 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Community Development," by requiring recipient of CDBG to enter into a contract with the City prior to receipt of such funds.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee. The clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Council President to appoint a City Council Housing and Economic Development Task Force.
Thank you, Madam President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS (Applause.)
The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Council Committee on Fiscal Stability and Intergovernmental Cooperation to hold hearings in order to fully examine and analyze the current and future financial condition of the City and to receive testimony from the Budget and Financial Directors, the City Controller, and the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority.
Madam President, I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution has 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.
Thank you, Madam President. No bills or resolutions today.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman DiCicco.
Thank you. On behalf of Councilmember DiCicco, I offer one bill and two resolutions.
Thank you. The clerk will please read the title of the bill. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS
An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Christian Street, Christopher Columbus Boulevard, and a line 143 feet north of Fitzwater Street.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City deeds located in the 18th Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. Those opposed? 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS The ayes have it and the resolution has been adopted. The clerk will please read the title of the second resolution.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City deeds located in the 31st Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
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 resolution has been adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Madam President, I have no bills or resolutions. 12/20/01 STATED - INTRO. OF BILLS, RESOLUTIONS
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.
The clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Chapter 19-1300 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Real Estate Taxes," by providing for a credit against certain real estate taxes for owners of condominiums and cooperatives for such owner's cost of waste removal, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. And the Chair recognizes Councilman Longstreth.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo.
Thank you. 12/20/01 STATED - FIRST-READING CALENDAR
Our next order of business is the consideration of the calendar. And I would ask the clerk to please read the bills on the first-reading calendar
Bill No. 010659, an ordinance amending Chapter 10-700 of the Philadelphia Code concerning refuse and littering by adding a new section entitled "Residential Eligibility for Municipal Collection," all under certain terms and conditions.
The Chair agrees. The bill read by the clerk will be placed on the second-reading and final-passage calendar for our next session. That concludes the first-reading calendar.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for the purpose of calling the bills up on the second-reading and final-passage calendar to be considered today.
Thank you, Madam 12/20/01 STATED - 2ND READING - BILL 010493-A President. Today, Bill No.'s 010493-A, 010690-A, 000505, 010694, 010543, 010633, 010696, 010712, 010335, 010341, 010496, 010559, 010603, 010606, 010616, 010618, 010619, 010620, 010661, and 010667 are being called up for second reading and final passage.
All other bills are being held. The clerk will please read title of the first bill being called for consideration, Bill No. 010493-A.
An ordinance amending Section 2101 of Philadelphia Code, entitled "Residence Requirements," by providing that an employee in the civil service need not be a bona fide resident of the City when appointed, but must establish and maintain bona fide residence in the City within six months after employment.
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. 12/20/01 STATED - 2ND READING - BILL 010493-A