The Special Committee on Criminal Justice Reform, to which was referred Resolution No. 160101, entitled a "Resolution appointing members to the 'Special Committee on Criminal Justice Reform,' who will conduct public hearings examining the Philadelphia criminal justice system for the impact of current policies, and offer recommended strategies for reform that are in the best interest of public safety and the public good," respectfully reports that the Committee held hearings as authorized by Resolution No. 160101 on August 1, September 12, and November 14, 2016 and that the Committee issues to the Council the attached Interim Report, entitled "A Shift from Re-Entry to Pre-Entry," on the matters discussed at the hearings. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 2ND READING
Thank you, Mr. Decker. The next order of business is consideration of the Calendar. I note that the bills just reported from committee with suspension of the rules have been deemed to have had a first reading. These bills will be placed on our Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar for the next session of Council. As there are no additional bills on the First Reading Calendar, the Chair recognizes Councilman Henon for the purpose of calling up resolutions and bills on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar.
Thank you, Mr. President. The following resolutions and bills are being called up for the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars today: Bill Nos. 160976, 160977, 160978, 160979, 160980, 160982, 160986, 160989, 160709-A, 160329, and 160611. All other resolutions and bills Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 are being held.
Thank you, Councilman. Before considering the bills and resolutions on the Final Passage Calendar, we will have our public comment session. It will go as follows: If you are interested in testifying on a bill or resolution on the Final Passage today, if you have not already done so, I'd ask that you please sign up at the table to my left. When it is your time to speak, you will be called by the Chief Clerk. You will go to the podium in the middle of the Council Chambers. There's a device on that podium. When the light turns green, it will be your time to speak. When the light turns yellow, you will have 30 seconds to conclude your remarks. When the light turns red, we'd ask that you please adhere to the guidelines and conclude your remarks. You will be given three minutes to Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 testify. Thank you very much for your cooperation. Mr. Decker, please call the first name on the list.
Joe Danihel, commenting on 160976, 160979, and 160980. (Witness approached podium.)
I quote the Declaration of Independence. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the government, that whenever any form of government become destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter it or abolish it and to institute new government. I quote it is never the wrong Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 time to do the right thing. Twenty-two years I have been without my home and private property, taken without due process or payment. I have notified all my government agencies and agents. Is this why the past election was such a stunner? Did some of the people finally stand up and say no to the elected monarchy? I make another official decree to de-fund and stop using the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, the City Controller's Office, District Attorney's Office, and Sheriff's Office and to convene three separate grand juries to investigate illegal deed transfers and everything that brought about the theft of my home, 1038 West Wyoming, and possible misuse of hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars. This government has been woeful, arrogant, extraordinary, and egregious in their efforts to not pay me and to cover this matter up. It takes a Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 lot of cooperation to create and allow monumental corruption.
Anthony Gallagher, commenting on 160976. (Witness approached podium.)
Good afternoon, Council President and Council. I'm Anthony Gallagher. I'm the Business Manager of Steamfitters Local 420. We represent 4,500 members in the ten surrounding county area of Philadelphia. I rise in support of this resolution because the RINs are taking away the capital necessary to produce jobs, especially in the refining area. Local 420 produces about 5.3 million man hours. Of that 5.3 million man hours, a million of that is based in oil refineries, which represents approximately $84 million in wages and Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 benefits to my members, which supports the local economies, which supports our local communities. I rise because the jobs are necessary. As many of you do remember, we are at a crossroads and we almost lost that refinery. I can assure you as a member that was working down in the refineries the devastation that I see that my members face and the members that were working in them refineries was incredible. We are not only stewards of jobs, I can assure every member of this Council we are also stewards of the environment. I know the concerns that we have. I can assure you when we are working in them places not only as members of Steamfitters Local 420 but the building trades, we do it safe, we do it right, and we do it with concern of property, equipment, and people. That is our top priority - safety. Nothing, and I mean nothing, comes before the safety Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING of our people and the communities we serve. So I rise. Please, this resolution is very important. These RINs are taking away serious capital that could be used to put our members to work, put the building trades to work and the members of the refineries. Thank you for your time.
There are no other speakers on the public comment list, Mr. President.
Thank you very much. That concludes our public comment session. We will now move to our Calendar. Mr. Decker, please read the title of 160976.
A resolution urging President Obama and the United States Congress to require the United Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING States Department of Environmental Protection to change the "obligated party" mechanism in the Renewable Fuel Standard program, from refiners and importers of gasoline and diesel to the companies who blend renewable fuels in order to avoid adverse economic impacts caused by the Renewable Identification Numbers compliance mechanism.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
Thank you, Mr. President. I do want to say thank you for that public testimony or public comment, and I now move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and Resolution 160976 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160977.
A resolution adding Grace H. Daniels Way to the street signs on the 800 block 46th Street between Parrish and Westminster in honor of Grace Daniels, a mother in the West Philadelphia Community and an advocate for helping others.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes have it, and Resolution 160977 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160978.
A resolution adding Reverend William J. Shaw Way to the street signs on the 100 and 200 blocks of South 53rd Street between Chestnut and Walnut Streets in recognition of Reverend Shaw's 60 remarkable years of ministry and service to the West Philadelphia Community.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING (No response.)
The ayes have it. Resolution 160978 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160979.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Fifth and Thirty-Seventh Wards of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and Resolution 160979 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160980.
A resolution approving the ratification and first amendment to the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Brewerytown Urban Renewal Area, identified by house numbers and street addresses as 1408 through 24 North Thirty-First Street, 1415 through 37 North Thirty-First Street, 1421 through 1427 North Thirty-Second Street (including 3129 through 45 West Master Street).
And one more time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
One more time, I move the adoption of the resolution, Mr. President. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it. Resolution 160980 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160982.
A resolution calling on the Philadelphia Police Department and the Department of Commerce to develop a plan to equip every major commercial corridor within Philadelphia with surveillance cameras within the next three fiscal years.
The Chair recognizes Councilman Jones. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for its adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it. Resolution 160982 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160986.
A resolution also naming South 11th Street, between Pattison Avenue and South Darien Street, "Ed Snider Way" to honor the memory of Ed Snider and to recognize his many contributions to the City of Philadelphia.
I move for Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and Resolution 160986 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160989.
A resolution strongly urging the Department of Commerce's Office of Economic Opportunity to significantly hasten its production of the Annual Participation Report which is required to be provided to City Council and the Mayor on or before November 1st of each year.
Thank you, Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - 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 say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it. Resolution 160989 is adopted. Mr. Decker, 160709-A.
An ordinance amending Chapter 17-100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Procurement Contracts," by further providing with respect to the Local Bidding Preference, including but not limited to provisions concerning penalties, requirements necessary for certification and re-certification, and further providing for the relationship between prime Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING contractors and subcontractors.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Jones. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING passes. Mr. Decker, 160329.
An ordinance renaming and Designating Daisy Field as "David Montgomery Field" in the City of Philadelphia.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilman Henon. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
Council President Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING Clarke.
Aye. The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, 160611.
An ordinance officially naming and designating the park and playground area located on 61st Street and Baltimore Avenue, in the City of Philadelphia as "Robert Wilson III Park."
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Councilwoman Blackwell is voting aye. Councilman Domb. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING
The ayes are 15; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. Mr. Decker, do you have any additional resolutions?
A resolution recognizing and honoring the Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated on its 90th anniversary and celebrating the Omega Omega Chapter's history, accomplishments and ongoing commitment of services to all mankind, Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING introduced by Councilwoman Reynolds Brown on behalf of Council President Clarke.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
For the pink and green ladies, I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Joint Committees on Commerce and Economic Development and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs to hold public hearings to consider and make Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING recommendations on how the City of Philadelphia should prepare to host America's 250th anniversary in 2026, introduced by Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
The Chair one more time 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 say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and recognizing Young Involved Philadelphia and congratulating the Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING organization on the event of its 7th Annual State of Young Philly Week, introduced by Councilman Jones on behalf of Councilman Johnson.
I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing Council's Legislative Oversight Committee and Committee on Public Safety to hold hearings examining costs, fees and penalties incurred by Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING individuals in the juvenile justice system and the impact thereof on families in the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilman Jones on behalf of Councilman Johnson.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution congratulating, honoring and recognizing former LaSalle University and Sacramento Kings forward Lionel "L-Train" Simmons Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING for his induction into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, introduced by Councilman Johnson on behalf of -- Councilman Jones on behalf of Councilman Johnson.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution honoring and recognizing the heart-driven, impactful and life-changing career of Judith Berstein-Baker in Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING service to Philadelphia's vibrant community of immigrants and refugees, introduced by Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for its adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing City Council's Committee on Streets and Services to hold hearings Stated Meeting November 17, 2016 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING regarding the City's growing problem of damage to shared driveways and retaining walls and the need for the City to develop a solution, introduced by Councilwoman Parker.
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 say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and that resolution is adopted.
And a resolution proclaiming January 13, 2017 as Korean American Day in the 11/17/16 - STATED - 2ND READING to celebrate and commemorate the proud heritage of Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhancing the City's culture, economy and the founding ideals of independence and democracy, introduced by Councilman Oh.
Thank you. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)