Councilman Thomas. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 194 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 230005.
An ordinance amending Section 9-1102 through 1123 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Verification of Life Partnerships," by removing gendered language related to same-sex and same-gender couples.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilwoman Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 195 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING Bass.
Councilwoman Lozada. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 196 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 230411. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 197 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
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 Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of an Office for People with Disabilities, to provide for the powers and duties of such Office, to eliminate a duplicative office and to otherwise provide for the incorporation of the Office into the City government.
This bill having been read on two separate days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Aye. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 198 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilman Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 199 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING Phillips.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 230363.
An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into a lease agreement with Hope Plaza, Incorporated for use by the City of all or a portion of the Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 200 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING premises located at 2150 West Somerset Street.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Harrity. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 201 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 202 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 230454.
An ordinance amending Chapter 11-700 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Right of Way Management," by revising requirements for obtaining access to and permits for construction in the underground portion of the right-of-way and making technical changes; and amending Chapter 9-300, entitled "Communication," by deleting provisions relating to poles and overhead wires.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 203 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 204 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING Lozada.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 205 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING Mr. Decker, do you have any additional resolutions?
A resolution honoring Dallas Hubert as a Hero of the 9th Council District for his laudable service to the community, introduced today by Councilman Phillips.
Thank you, Council President. I motion to move the resolution, adopt the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted. Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 206 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
And a resolution renaming the 1400 block of Vernon Road, at the intersection of Michener Avenue, to "John F. White, Jr. Way" to recognize the Honorable John F. White, Jr.'s laudable service to the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, introduced today by Councilman Phillips.
The Chair again recognizes Councilman Phillips.
Thank you, Council President. I motion to adopt the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 207 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and congratulating the Champions of the Week, Father Judge High School baseball team, for their victory at the 2023 PIAA title baseball game, marking the first time a Philadelphia team has won a state baseball championship, introduced today by Councilman Thomas and Councilman Driscoll.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 208 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING (No response.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution welcoming Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, on the occasion of his historic Official State Visit to the United States, introduced today by Councilman Jones.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
The Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 209 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution calling on the leadership of the City of Philadelphia, as well as state and federal partners to develop an anti-crime and anti-gun violence summit that will create a forward-focused solution-oriented game plan for the 100th Mayor's consideration, introduced today by Councilman Jones.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 210 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution also naming the 1900 block of North 59th Street as "Joyce Abbott Way" to honor retired School District of Philadelphia educator Joyce Abbott for her many contributions to Philadelphia's students and in recognition of her inspiration of the name for the hit TV show, Abbott Elementary, introduced today by Councilman Jones.
Thank you again, Mr. President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.) Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 211 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and recognizing the teachers, staff, and students of Chester A. Arthur Elementary School for being selected as a finalist for the T4 World's Best School Prize, introduced today by Councilman Johnson.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.) Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 212 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and thanking Abdul-Aliy A. Muhammad, on the occasion of Pride Month, for their work organizing and supporting Black, Queer, Transgender, and HIV positive Philadelphians, introduced today by Councilwoman Gauthier.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.) Stated Meeting 06-22-2023 213 6/22/2023 6/22/23 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to 783 through 785 Pallas Street and 4742 through 4752 Upland Street, located in the Third Councilmanic District, introduced today by Councilwoman Gauthier.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)