Councilwoman Reynolds Brown. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, please read the title of 140828.
An ordinance amending Chapter 19-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Tax Exemptions for Longtime Owner-Occupants of Residential Properties," by extending the deadline to apply for the exemption authorized by this Chapter on behalf of certain property owners who were eligible for the exemption in the first year that it was available, but who missed the Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING deadline to apply.
This bill has been read on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Kenney Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING is voting aye. Councilman Neilson.
Aye. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 140897.
An ordinance authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter into a Concession Agreement with Titan Outdoor for the provision of a coordinated street furniture and advertising program, and approving placement in the right-of-way of such street furniture.
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 December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING Quinones-Sanchez.
Aye. The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 140898.
An ordinance authorizing the Procurement Commissioner and the Deputy Mayor, Transportation and Utilities, to enter into a concession agreement for the management of the food, beverage, retail and passenger services program at Philadelphia International Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING Airport.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Kenney Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING is voting aye. Councilman Neilson.
Aye. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, do you have any additional resolutions.
A resolution authorizing City Council's Committee on Public Property and Public Works to conduct hearings on the current status, existing plans, and timeline for the redesign of underutilized public spaces in Center City Philadelphia, including but not limited to: the apron surrounding City Hall; Thomas Paine Plaza; the courtyard of City Hall; and the ground floor of City Hall, introduced by Councilman Kenney.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.) Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring the life and achievements of Joseph E. Montgomery, a longtime president of Division 65 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and a passionate advocate for Philadelphia's Irish-American community, introduced by Councilman Kenney.
The Chair again recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (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 Honoring, Recognizing and Commending Philadelphia's Young Entrepreneurs Salim Weldon, Tonae Simon, Andre Dominique Landry, and Amurri Kinsey for Their Creative Spirit, Success in Business, and Commitment to Service, introduced by Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (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 honoring the life of Joyce Craig, introduced by Councilwoman Tasco and all members of Council.
The Chair recognizes Councilman Johnson for a motion.
I move for the adoption for the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
We will have a standing vote. (All members standing.) Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
And a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia City Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings regarding increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour in the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilman Johnson.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it. That resolution is adopted. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
And a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia City Council -(Applause.)
And a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia City Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings regarding the Pathways to Job Growth Report by the Central Philadelphia Development Corporation and the Center City District, introduced by Councilman Johnson.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Those opposed? Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (No response.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution recognizing and honoring the long tradition of the Mummer's Parade and the many Mummer's organizations and participants, past and present, for their immeasurable contribution to the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilman Neilson.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Those opposed? Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (No response.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring the African American Children's Book Project on the occasion of the 23rd Annual African American Children's Book Fair and that February 7th is the Kick-Off of the National Literacy Initiative - Preserve a Legacy, Buy a Book, introduced by Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING Those opposed? (No response.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing City Council's Committee on Education to hold public hearings regarding Philadelphia's institutions of higher education's policies on sexual assault and the national movement towards the adoption of an Affirmative Consent "Yes Means Yes" policy, introduced by Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
The Chair again recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.) Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution Recognizing and Honoring Joseph Neubauer On The Occasion Of His Retirement as Chairman of Aramark, introduced by Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and celebrating Ready, Willing and Able for helping hundreds of men overcome poverty, addiction, and crime to become productive, contributing members of our community and responsible fathers to their children in the City of Brotherly Love by providing resources to men such as transitional housing, recovery services, life skills and living wage employment that promotes healthy households and responsible fatherhood, introduced by Councilman Jones.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for its adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Committee on Streets and Services of the Philadelphia City Council to hold hearings to explore best practices within the mobile food truck industry, introduced by Councilman Squilla on behalf of Council President Clarke.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Joint Committees on Streets and Services and Public Safety to hold hearings on strategies and methods to reduce speeding, such as traffic calming, to make city streets, especially those in neighborhoods, safer for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists, and investigating how all traffic injuries and fatalities can be significantly reduced leading to the eventual goal of zero deaths, also known as a "Vision Zero" policy, introduced by Councilwoman Bass.
Thank you, Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And Resolution No. 140998, entitled "A resolution appointing Daniel Christiansen to the Board of Directors for the South Street Headhouse District," introduced by Councilman Squilla.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And Resolution No. 140999, entitled "A resolution reappointing Howard Lander to the Board of Directors for the South Street Headhouse District," introduced by Councilman Squilla.
It's Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 12/11/14 - STATED - 2ND READING been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
And Resolution No. 141000, entitled "A resolution appointing Doug Hager to the Board of Directors for the South Street Headhouse District," introduced by Councilman Squilla.
The Chair one last time recognizes Councilman Squilla.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? Stated Meeting December 11, 2014 (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
There are no other resolutions for consideration on the Calendar, Mr. President.
Thank you, Mr. Decker. That concludes our Calendar for today. Are there any speeches on the part of the minority? And the Chair recognizes Councilman O'Brien.