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Minutes

Stated Meeting, June 7, 2007

Philadelphia City CouncilJun 7, 2007

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Councilwoman Blackwell

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 070049, 070125, 151, 170, 070230, 260, 262, 070368, 387, 388, 393 and Bill Nos. 070401, 402, 431, 435, 436 and 440. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of bills just reported from Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. Resolution No. 070405 will be considered at the end of today's Calendar. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee for a report from the Committee on Law and Government.

Councilman Greenlee

Thank you, Madam President. The Committee on two bills and two resolutions with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Clerk will please read the report.

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Law and Government, to which was referred Bill No. 070340, entitled "An ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter creating the Office of the Public School Family and Child Advocate"; and Bill No. 070395, entitled "An ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter creating the Office of the Handicapped and Advocate"; and Resolution No. 070360, entitled "A resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create the Office of the Public School Family and Child Advocate"; and Resolution No. 070411, entitled "A resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create the Office of the Handicapped and Disabled Advocate, and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia," respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bills and resolutions to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee.

Councilman Greenlee

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to day of Bill Nos. 070340 and 070395. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. Resolution Nos. 070360 and 070411 will be placed on our Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar for our next session of Council. The Chair now recognizes Councilman Clarke for a report from the Committee on Public Property and Public

Councilman Clarke

Thank you, Madam President. Madam President, this is actually a joint Committee of Public Property and Public Works and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

Council President Verna

No. It's just Public Property that I have.

Councilman Clarke

Actually, Madam President, as usual, you are correct. I got the wrong one.

Council President Verna

Thank you.

Councilman Clarke

That's to be announced later.

Council President Verna

That's because we're busy.

Councilman Clarke

Madam President, the Committee on Public Property and Public Works reports 14 bills with favorable recommendations.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Public Property and Public Works, to which was referred Bill No. 070273, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into an agreement with the 21st Ward Athletic Association"; and Bill No. 070337, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed known as 214-232 Diamond Street"; and Bill No. 070430, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to lease or convey to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development an area generally bounded by Penrose Ferry Road, Hog Island to the the southwest"; and Bill No. 070434, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located at the general vicinity of the intersection of Penrose Ferry Road and Fort Mifflin Road"; and Bill No. 070438, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located on the southwest side of East Tioga Street"; and Bill No. 070446, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed known as 234 Diamond Street"; and Bill No. 070447, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a Sublease Agreement between a certain building known as the Tower Building"; and Bill No. 070448, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to convey the City's interest in certain tracts of land with the buildings and improvements thereon known as 1043-47 North Front Street"; and Bill No. 070452, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to amend its sublease with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development and the City of Philadelphia as tenant for the office space at 1101 Market Street"; and Bill No. 070454, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located in the area Street"; and Bill No. 070455, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a Sublease Agreement with the Philadelphia Municipal Authority for the City's use of space located on the Third Floor of the Curtis Center"; and Bill No. 070466, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to terminate and extinguish an easement to a three-foot-wide alleyway"; and No. 070468, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into an amendment to the existing sublease between the Philadelphia Municipal Authority and the City of Philadelphia"; and Bill No. 070506, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located on the southwest corner of Market and 33rd Street," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

Madam President, I move that the rules of Council be suspended this day as to permit first reading of Bill Nos. 070273, 070337, 070430, 070434, 070438, 070446, 070447, 070448, 070452, 070454, 070455, 070466, 070468 and 070506.

Council President Verna

Do I hear a second? (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. Again, the Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke for a report from the joint Committee on Public Property and Public Works and Parks, Recreation.

Councilman Clarke

Madam President, the joint Committees on Public Property and Public Works and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs reports one bill with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. please read the report.

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the joint Committees on Public Property and Public Works and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, to which was referred Bill No. 070462, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the President of the Fairmount Park Commission, the Executive Director of Fairmount Park, the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a Master Ground Lease with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development and the Barnes Foundation," respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bill to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.

Councilman Clarke

I move that the rules of Council be suspended this day as to permit first reading this day of Bill No. 070462. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bill just read by the Chief Clerk. All in favor will please indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bill that was just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The Chair now recognizes Councilman DiCicco for a report from the Committee on Streets and Services. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Thank you, on Streets and Services reports 31 bills out with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Streets and Services, to which was referred Bill No. 070263, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Northern Star Development to construct, own and maintain multi-level bays and balconies as part of the Oxford Mews residential development project"; and Bill No. 070265, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the placing on City Plan No. 271"; and Bill No. 070267, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-918 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Parking for Car Sharing Organizations,' by adding locations"; and Bill No. 070270, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Wissahickon Hills Civic Association to construct, own and maintain a sign on the traffic island of Acorn Street"; and Bill No. 070305, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Peggy Jones-Musa to construct, use and maintain overhead electrical and communication lines"; and Bill No. 070334, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 2 of an ordinance, Bill No. 020429, approved November 13, 2002, entitled 'An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 258'"; and Bill No. 070341, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 10-611 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Sidewalk Behavior,' by providing that all the prohibitions of that Section shall apply within the Fourth Councilmanic District"; 070369, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Cafes"; and Bill No. 070389, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 149"; and Bill No. 070392, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 271"; and Bill No. 070399, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 2 of an ordinance, Bill No. 050142, approved May 4, 2005, by extending the time for compliance with the conditions stated therein"; and Bill No. 070433, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Farmers Markets,' by adding as a permissible location the sidewalk of the west side of 300 block of South 25th Street"; and Bill No. 070439, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 11 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Streets,' by adding a new chapter providing for the regulation of portable on-demand storage units"; and Bill No. 070441, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Farmers Markets,' by adding as a permissible location the sidewalk in front of Wyck House and Garden"; and Bill No. 070443, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to construct, own and maintain raised planter clusters atop the sidewalks of the 2400, 2500 and 2600 blocks of Kensington Avenue"; and Bill No. 070444, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 345"; and Bill No. 070445, entitled "An of O Street at Wingohocking Street to Cayuga Street"; and Bill No. 070449, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Thomas Jefferson University to construct, own and maintain street lights, lighting bollards, bike racks and trash receptacles"; and Bill No. 070450, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Nella Genovese to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe"; and Bill No. 070451, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-604 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Refuse Collection,' by requiring that dumpster lids remain closed at all times"; and Bill No. 070453, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Alia Banna and Jerry Roseman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe"; and Bill No.

Chief Clerk

070460, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion 384"; and Bill No. 070461, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the paving of Dahlia Drive, Sunflower Drive, Arbours Way, Marigold Lane, Veronica Lane, Honeysuckle Court, Foxglove Lane, Iris Lane, Bluebell Court, Mimosa Drive and Wildflower Way"; and Bill No. 070464, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Manpants, owner of Johnny Brendas Tavern, to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe"; and Bill No. 070465, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Diane Guzman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe"; and Bill No. 070467, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Howard Foreman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe"; and Bill No. 070504, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion 197"; and Bill No. 070505, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Farmers Markets,' by adding as a permissible location a parking lot located on the northwest corner of 9th and Montrose Street"; and Bill No. 070508, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 44"; and Bill No. 070509, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 206"; and Bill No. 070510, entitled "An ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 206 for gas main purposes, all under certain terms and conditions," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the 31 bills that have just been read into the record. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of bills just reported from the Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read our First Reading Calendar for today. The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Brown for a report from the Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

Councilwoman Brown

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended -

Council President Verna

No.

Councilwoman Brown

The Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs reports five bills with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, to which was referred Bill No. 070268, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 15 of The Code, by providing for the hours of operation of certain parks and playgrounds, all under certain terms and conditions"; and Bill No. 070269, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 10-100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Animals,' by adding a new Section prohibiting the bringing of vicious animals into playgrounds"; and Bill No. 070272, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 10-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Public Places - Prohibited Conduct'; and Bill No. 070307, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 10-600 of The Philadelphia Code by amending Section 10-604"; and Bill No. 070394, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the President of the Fairmount Park Commission, the Executive Director of Fairmount Park to enter into a Lease Agreement between the City of Philadelphia as landlord and the Development," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Councilwoman Brown

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 070268, 070269, 070272, 070307 and 070394. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of bills just reported from Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Tasco for a report from the Committee on Public Health and Human Services.

Councilwoman Tasco

Madam President, the Committee on Public Health and Human Services reports two bills with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.

Chief Clerk

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Public Health and Human Services, to which was referred Bill No. 070189, entitled "An 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Health Code'"; and Bill No. 070308, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Health Code,' by requiring semiannual inspection of mobile food vendors and providing for fees, all under certain terms and conditions," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Council President Verna

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

Councilwoman Tasco

Madam President, I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 070189 and 070308. (Duly seconded.)

Council President Verna

It 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from Committee. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Council President Verna

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Verna

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The next order of business is the consideration of the Calendar. I would ask the Chief Clerk to please read the bills on the First Reading Calendar.

Chief Clerk

Bill No. 070002, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Orthodox Street. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070236, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by West Jefferson Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070342, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 14-1605 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Regulated Uses,' and designating overflow storage tanks as a special regulated use."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070372, entitled "An ordinance to amend the Institutional Development District Master Plan of Temple University."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070049, an ordinance amending Section 19-1204 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Books and Records,' by no longer requiring the retention of claim check stubs.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070125, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $7,500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070151, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $3 million.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070170, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070230, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 19-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'City Funds - Deposits,' by authorizing the City Treasurer to deposit funds in Citibank."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070260, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $1,400,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070262, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $2,900,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070368, an ordinance approving the Fiscal Year 2008 Capital Budget providing for the expenditures of the capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070387, an ordinance authorizing the Secretary of Housing or his designee, on behalf of the City, to file an application with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070388, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $400,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070398, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070401, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070402, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

Bill No. 070431, an ordinance approving the budget for Fiscal Year 2008 to improve and enhance the City's cultural and commercial corridors.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070435, an ordinance constituting the Eighth Supplemental Ordinance to the Amended and Restated General Airport Revenue Bond Ordinance.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070436, an ordinance authorizing the 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070440, an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070340, an ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter creating the Office of the Public School Family and Child Advocate.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 070395, an ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070273, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into an agreement with the 21st Ward Athletic Association.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070337, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority a deed known as 214 to 32 Diamond Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill 070430, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to lease or convey to 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development an area generally bounded by Penrose Ferry Road, Hog Island Road and I-95.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070434, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority a deed located in the general vicinity of the intersection of Penrose Ferry Road.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070438, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located on the southwest side of East Tioga Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070446, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed known as 234 Diamond Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill 070447, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a Sublease Agreement on a certain building known as the Tower Building.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070448, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to convey the City's interest in a certain tract of land known as 1043-47 North Front Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 070452, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to amend its sublease with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development for office space at 1101 Market Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070454, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority a deed located in an area bounded by North Front Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070455, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into a sublease with the Philadelphia Municipal Authority for the City's use.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 070466, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to terminate and extinguish an easement of a three-foot-wide alleyway.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070468, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into an amendment to an existing sublease between the Philadelphia Municipal Authority and Two Penn Center Plaza.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070506, an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located at the southwest corner of Market and 33rd Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 070462, an ordinance authorizing the President of the Fairmount Park Commission, the Executive Director of Fairmount Park and the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into a Master Ground Lease with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070263, an ordinance authorizing Northern Star Development to construct multi-level bays and balconies as a part of the Oxford Mews residential development.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070265, an ordinance authorizing and directing the placing on City Plan No. 271.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070267, an ordinance amending Section 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 12-918 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Parking for Car Sharing Organizations."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070270, an ordinance authorizing the Wissahickon Hills Civic Association a sign on the traffic island of Acorn Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070305, an ordinance granting permission to Peggy Jones-Musa to construct, use and maintain overhead electrical communication lines.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070334, an ordinance amending Section 2 of an ordinance, Bill No. 020429, under certain terms and conditions.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070341, an ordinance amending Section 10-611 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Behavior," by providing that all the prohibitions of that Section shall apply within the Fourth Councilmanic District.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070369, an ordinance amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Cafes."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070389, an ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 149.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070392, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING grades on a portion of City Plan No. 271.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070399, an ordinance amending Section 2 of an ordinance, Bill No. 050142 -

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

-- on a portion of City Plan No. 120. And Bill No. 070433, an ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070439, an ordinance amending Title 11 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Streets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070441, an ordinance amending Section 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070443, an ordinance authorizing the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to construct, own and maintain raised planter clusters.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070444, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 345.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070445, an ordinance authorizing the paving of O Street from Wingohocking Street to Cayuga Street.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070449, an ordinance authorizing Thomas 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING Jefferson University to construct, own and maintain street signs, lighted bollards.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070450, an ordinance granting permission to Nella Genovese to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070451, an ordinance amending Section 9-604 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Refuse Collection."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070453, an ordinance granting permission to Alia Banna and Jerry Roseman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees. 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070460, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 384.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070461, an ordinance authorizing the paving of Dahlia Drive, Sunflower Drive, Arbours Way, Marigold Lane, Veronica Lane, Honeysuckle Court, Foxglove Lane, Iris Lane, Bluebell Court, Mimosa Drive and Wildflower Way.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070464, an ordinance granting permission to Manpants, owner of John Brendas Tavern, to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070465, an ordinance granting permission 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING to Diane Guzman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070467, an ordinance granting permission to Howard Foreman to operate and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070504, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 197.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070505, an ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers Markets."

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070508, an ordinance authorizing and 6/7/07 - STATED - 1ST READING directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 44.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070509, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades of a portion of City Plan No. 206.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070510, an ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 206.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.

Chief Clerk

And Bill No. 070268, an ordinance amending Title 15 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Parks and Recreation," by providing for the hours of operation of certain parks.

Council President Verna

The Chair agrees.