Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thursday, June 6, 2019 11:20 a.m. PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT DARRELL L. CLARKE COUNCILWOMAN CINDY BASS COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE L. BLACKWELL COUNCILMAN ALLAN DOMB COUNCILMAN DEREK S. GREEN COUNCILMAN WILLIAM K. GREENLEE COUNCILWOMAN HELEN GYM COUNCILMAN BOBBY HENON COUNCILMAN KENYATTA JOHNSON COUNCILMAN CURTIS JONES, JR. COUNCILMAN DAVID OH COUNCILMAN BRIAN J. O'NEILL COUNCILWOMAN CHERELLE L. PARKER COUNCILWOMAN MARIA D. QUINONES-SANCHEZ COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS BROWN COUNCILMAN MARK SQUILLA COUNCILMAN AL TAUBENBERGER MICHAEL A. DECKER, CHIEF CLERK Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
There we go. We're going to get started. To give our invocation this morning, the Chair recognizes Pastor Tricia Neale from Feast of Justice. She is here today as the guest of Councilman Henon. I would ask all members, guests, and visitors to please rise. (Councilmembers, guests, and visitors rise.)
Please pray with me. Good and gracious God, we give you thanks. Thanks for waking us up this morning. Thanks for giving us life and Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 you for every person in this room, for all of the gifts that they bring. Thank you for the beautiful weather that you have made, a reminder of the love that you have for all of creation. This morning, Lord, we are asking your blessing upon the people who are called to lead the communities in which we live and work and play. We are also asking your blessing upon all who are here, those working in these offices, those standing in the hallways, and those attending this meeting who serve to support, encourage, and challenge our leaders. Help all of us to remember that no matter what district we live in, no matter the language we speak, no matter the person we love, no matter the land we have come from, or no matter the faith we practice, that we all are neighbors. And while we are all called to work for the common good, help these Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 special responsibilities you have given them in their position. Help them as leaders to not ask how do we fix all these problems, but how can we better open our eyes and ears and hearts to serve you and this city. Grant them wisdom to govern among the conflicting issues of these days. Grant them a sense of the welfare and the needs of our neighbors. Grant them a thirst for justice and for righteousness. Grant them humility, honesty, and trustworthiness. Grant them the ability to work together in harmony, and please grant them joy in their tasks. Bless this Chamber and all who are in it, that your love, your grace, and your promises might shine forth on this day. We ask this in your precious name. Amen. (Amen.) Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
Thank you so much for those inspiring words. We really appreciate it. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)
Thank you and, again, thank you so much. Before we proceed on our Calendar, I would like to recognize a couple of guests. I'd like to recognize our good friend, State Representative Dawkins and State Representative Johnson-Harrell. Thank you for being here today. (Applause.)
We really appreciate you being here. Our next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, May 23rd, 2019, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, May Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 23rd, 2019 be approved. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, May 23rd, 2019 stand approved. All in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and our Journal is approved. Our next order of business is the request for leaves of absence, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Mr. President. On behalf of the majority, there are no requests of leave of absence today.
The Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 The Chair now recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Mr. President. On behalf of the republicans, there are no requests for leave of absence.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. At this time, I would like to dispense with the regular order of business and I would like to thank everyone who has taken time out of their busy day to come down to witness their government in action. We genuinely appreciate you being here. We hope your day is not only a knowledgeable one but a pleasurable one, so much so that you come back again. Again, thank you so much for being here. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell, who will present a resolution recognizing Archbishop Mary Floyd Palmer. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 those accompanying her please join the Councilwoman at the podium. (Councilmembers and guests approached podium.) (Applause.)
We are honored to be here this morning to recognize not only a leader in our city but a person whose father we have loved and who knew Lucien Blackwell very well. The Archbishop is with Archbishop Anthony Floyd, her uncle. She is also with Reverend Michael Faulkner and Dr. John Thompson. And we all know her. We know her father. If you ever want to train a choir or hear good singing, call on her. And I just learned from one of our photographers that her sister sings well too. But this is a family who knows the Lord and who love people and who have done more than their share of helping our Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 place and doing all that they can to help other people. Thank you. Resolution honoring and recognizing Archbishop Mary Floyd Palmer on her appointment as the first female President of the Philadelphia Council of Clergy. How you like that? (Applause.)
Another glass ceiling has been broken. Whereas, on March 16th, 2019 Bishop Mary Floyd Palmer made history -young people, listen up -- made history when she was installed as the first female President Prelate of the Philadelphia Council of Clergy; and
Whereas, the Philadelphia Council of Clergy ("the Council") is a non-profit organization that is a multicultural group of faith-based leaders;
The Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 desire to alleviate suffering, overcome oppression, and foster justice and peace in the communities; and
Whereas, Bishop Mary is the eldest daughter of the Philadelphia legend, Reverend Dr. Melvin Floyd, the urban missionary, known as the "Dean of Evangelism";
For 25 years, Bishop Mary served with her father as Minister of Music at Agape Christian Chapel; and
And whereas, Bishop Mary is the founding pastor of The Samaritan Temple. She began her ministry early in life, and has never hesitated in giving of her talents and time to serve her church and God; and
Whereas, Bishop Mary is passionate about prison ministries, and has served as a Volunteer Instructor for male inmates at SCI Chester since 1988. Often, she can be Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 federal, state, and county prisons;
She also serves on the Pennsylvania Reentry Council, where she focuses her attention finding tangible ways to reduce recidivism; and
Whereas, in May 2011, Bishop Mary was chosen by the National Congress of Black Women to receive their Women of the Year in Ministry Award. Additionally, in 2017, she was given the Lucien E. Blackwell Guiding Light Community Award in 2017; and
Whereas, Bishop Mary intends to use her new position at The Council for good. She will continue her legacy and be a voice for those who are the most vulnerable among us;
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Council of the Mary Floyd Palmer on her installment as the first female President of the Philadelphia Council of Clergy.
Further resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Bishop Mary Floyd Palmer as a sincere expression of the Council of the City of Philadelphia's gratitude, admiration, and recognition. (Applause.)
Certainly to President Clarke, the honorable Councilmembers, elected and appointed officials, esteemed clergy, colleagues, gallery attendees, and fellow citizens, I first want to give honor to God, who is my life and to whom I am to obey and serve. Next would be my parents, the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Floyd, who would be hippopotamus happy to be here today, and to my dad in retirement, the Reverend Dr. Melvin Floyd, along with my uncle, his older brother, Archbishop Anthony Floyd. (Applause.)
Let me begin by saying that I am truly humbled by this recognition, and I realize that it was not about me. On March the 16th when I was installed as the first Presiding Prelate of the Philadelphia Council of Clergy, it was historic that it was a woman succeeding a man. But more importantly, I came later to find out that I'm the first female archbishop in the City and the first female archbishop in the state and presently the first female archbishop in the country. (Applause.)
And as an African American sister, I can't begin to tell you how that ceiling has now been Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 tell you something simple as this: The level of hurt and division we are experiencing worldwide demands both our passion, compassion, and one-on-one attention. I believe that when this great City of Brotherly Love reaffirms that we are all our brother and sister's keeper, the world will then take notice. The simple answer to our world's profound disconnect is resident engagement. If I may, Apostle Nick Ashford and Prophet Valerie Simpson wrote a song sung by evangelist Diana Ross that says "reach out and touch somebody's hand, make this world a better place if you can." The simple solution to our nation's profound division is helping our brother up and our sister when he or she falls. The simple key to our city's profound unity is doing unto others as you would want them to do unto you. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 familiar story that some of you may have heard. A mother bought her daughter a giant puzzle and told her to put it together. She thought that it would take weeks and months to create it. However, after a few hours, the little girl came back to her mother and said, Mommy, I'm all done. Her mother said, How did you do that? She said, On the other side of the puzzle was a picture of a man. When I put the man together, the world took care of itself. In order for us to put this city, this state, and this nation back together, we have to begin to do it person by person, neighbor by neighbor, man, woman, boy, and girl, community by community, city by city, and nation by nation. In closing, I am happy that I will not only be carrying the mantel of my uncle for the public service he has Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 done, but my father as well, who has touched many lives and impacted many young people during his tenure in the street. His unique van, the one with the coffin on top, was the family car, and may I say in my formative years, I did not want to embrace it, but I am grateful for the result of it now. And I'm thankful that as many lives as he has touched, I'm only hoping to be able to touch just as many. On June the 27th, I will be launching an initiative entitled "The Community Healing Project" in honor of my father for the work he has done in the community. It will be held at the IBC Atrium from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please accept my personal invitation to all of you today to attend. The tickets are free. You can register on Eventbrite. But, more importantly, when you come, we hope that you will bring some form of donation that will be used specifically for this effort. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 integrity and I was also raised with word is mine. And I promise and pledge to you, to those esteemed members of the Council, to anyone here today, that if needed, just give a sister a holler, I'll be right there. May God ever bless you. Thank you. (Applause.)
Let me note that in addition to Representative Dawkins here on the podium with us is State Representative Movita Johnson-Harrell, and sitting out there is Mr. Omar Sabir. Thank you all for being here. (Applause.)
Thank you. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)
Thank you and, again, congratulations. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Jones, who will present a resolution recognizing the Philadelphia Muslim Community. Would Qasim Rashad and those accompanying him please join the Councilman at the podium. (Councilmembers and guests approached podium.)
And joining the Councilman, we have Councilman Green, Councilwoman Bass, Councilman Greenlee, Councilwoman Blackwell, Parker, and Councilman Domb.
Ladies and gentlemen, you may have noticed over the last month and in particular the last several days, that tens of thousands of practicing Muslims celebrated the month and the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan and, in doing so, brought introspection to themselves but also awareness to others about Muslims in the City of Philadelphia and around the world. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Brother Qasim Rashad; Zakarriyah Rahman, who is the founder of the Muslim Business Association; State Representative Movita Johnson-Harrell; State Representative Jason Dawkins, who is no stranger to these Chambers. Also joining us from the Father's Day Rally Committee, Bilal Qayyum and newly minted democratic nominee for the Office of City Commissioner, Omar Sabir. Give them all a round of applause, please. (Applause.)
So Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year in Islamic culture. Muslims observe the month of Ramadan to mark the revelation from Allah, God, that first gave the Qur'an to Prophet Muhammad. Peace be upon him. During Ramadan, Muslims fast, abstain from pleasures, and pray to become closer to their Lord. In so Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 -- and I'll skip some of this and just say that in some of this, what you can find is a sense of peace that comes over the entire city and state and hopefully the world and, in so doing, creating for the next nine months an opportunity, an opportunity for that blessing to be bestowed upon everyone. And with that, we recognize the Philadelphia Muslim Community and acknowledge May 5th, 2019 through June 4th, 2019 as the holy month of Ramadan. Whereas, Ramadan is considered the holiest month of the year for Muslims, as it is an opportunity for self-reflection and spiritual improvement;
And whereas, Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar, which is based on a 12-month lunar year of 354 days. Since the lunar year is 11 days shorter than a solar year, Ramadan can occur during different dates each year; and Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
Whereas, the observation of Ramadan usually lasts 29 to 30 days. In 2019, Ramadan is to be observed from the evening of May 5th through the evening of June 4th; and
Whereas, those observing Ramadan must abstain from eating or drinking from pre-dawn to sunset. Fasting is a way for Muslims to gain "taqwa," which means being in a state of constant awareness of God. Fasting during Ramadan is used to teach self-control, gratitude and compassion for those less fortunate; and
Whereas, during Ramadan it is common for members of the Muslim Community to gather together at the end of the day for an "iftar," which means "breaking the fast." Those observing Ramadan will break their fast after performing a sunset prayer; and
Whereas, prayer and meditation are also two major Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Ramadan, extra time is to be spent reading the Qur'an and performing special prayers throughout the day; and
Whereas, at the end of the Ramadan is Eid al-Fitr, which means the "festival of breaking the fast." On this holiday, a special prayer is held in the morning, followed by a community celebration with food, games, and presents for children; and
Whereas, for over 200,000 Muslims calling Philadelphia their home, it is important that the religious significance of Ramadan to members of our community is recognized; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that it hereby recognizes the Philadelphia Muslim Community and acknowledges May the 5th of 2019 through June the 4th of 2019 as the holy month of Ramadan. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to the esteemed leaders of Philadelphia's Muslim Community as evidence of the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body. And we want to say congratulations. (Applause.)
As-salamu alaykum, Ramadan Mubarak, humde la (ph). And as we say now, which marks the conclusion of Ramadan, we say Eid Mubarak. And both mean that Ramadan or Eid is a blessing. And Ramadan or the Qur'an -- Ramadan marks the month in which the Qur'an was revealed to our beloved Prophet Muhammad. It came down to him as a revelation. And there were many things that revealed to him, but one of the things that he came to understand as a good community leader is that the best of you are those who are Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 the people, and that is what our illustrious City Council provides for us. They are our chosen and elected City officials by people of many faiths and understanding. And so we accept this honor on behalf of all of those peoples the faith and understanding, on behalf of all of the Muslims in Philadelphia, which is somewhere around 250,000 Muslims or what the Pew Foundation has recognized as about 15 percent of the City population, with over 60 masjids in this great city. I wouldn't want to put this to the test, but you can't throw a rock in Philadelphia without hitting a Muslim. That's how they recognize the plurality and the fabric that is so vast and special to all of us. So on behalf of the City, behalf of those people who say they believe, and on behalf of all of the Muslims in Philadelphia and on behalf of our elected Muslim officials, Councilman Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Jones, State Rep Movita Johnson-Harrell, Commissioner-elect Omar Sabir, State Representative Jason Dawkins, and all of the Muslims, we really thank you for this proclamation. We really thank you for recognizing and seeing us as we see you, as human beings and as part of the fabric of this great city. As-salamu alaykum.
Thank you. Council shall be at ease. (Council at ease.)
Thank you. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Bass, who will present a resolution recognizing Chestnut Hill College. Would Carol Jean Vale and those accompanying her please join the Councilwoman at the podium. (Councilmembers and guests approached podium.) Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
And joining the Councilwoman, we also have Councilwoman Blackwell, Councilman Johnson, Councilman Taubenberger, Councilman Oh, and Councilman Squilla.
Well, first of all, let me just start out by saying, I don't pick favorites in my district, but I have to say that Chestnut Hill College is my favorite college in Chestnut Hill. I'm just going to put it out there. They are my absolute favorite, and we're going to recognize them today on their 95th anniversary. And I'm just so pleased and proud that they were able to join us today, because we want to recognize them for all the outstanding work that they do, not just in Chestnut Hill but throughout the entire Eighth District and really in the entire City of Philadelphia throughout Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 just wanted to celebrate them and thank them for all of the wonderful things that they have done for our communities. And our resolution reads: Recognizing and honoring Chestnut Hill College on its 95th Anniversary and continued commitment to providing students with a holistic education in an inclusive community marked by academic excellence, personal and professional growth, service to one another and to the global community. Whereas, Chestnut Hill College was founded in 1924 as Mount Saint Joseph's College, a Catholic, four-year, liberal arts college for women by the sisters of Saint Joseph's, and was later renamed in 1938 as Chestnut Hill College; and
Whereas, the College recognizes and honors current President Carol Jean Vale of the sisters Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 her 30 years of consistent service, which includes 27 years leading the College as President; and Whereas, in 2003, the College fully transitioned to a co-educational institution, expanding their mission of academic excellence to a wider audience, and today approximately 30 percent of the College's full-time undergraduate students are first generation college students; and
Whereas, in the 2017-2018 academic year, minorities accounted for nearly 41 percent of all degree-seeking, first-time, first-year students, and in 2018 the College was recognized by College Magazine as one of the top colleges in Philadelphia. Additionally, the College was inducted into Chestnut Hill Conservancy's Architectural Hall of Fame in 2018; and Whereas, the College is one of Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 educational institutions recognized as a, quote, "College of Distinction," end of quote, for its, quote, "engaged students, great teaching, vibrant communities, and successful outcomes," end of quote; and
Whereas, the College provides a rigorous Liberal Arts Program that continues to be updated and modified to meet the ever-changing needs and demands of society and higher education, even as recently as this year where the College added three new undergraduate majors: Law and Legal Studies, Health Sciences, Cyber Security, which is one of the first programs of its kind in Philadelphia; and
Whereas, since its founding, the College has produced more than 15,000 alumni and continues to grow this network with individuals that are daring, bold, innovative and informed thinkers who embody the spirit of the College: Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 excellence, inclusivity, global awareness, faith, charity, integrity, justice, and knowledge; therefore, be it
Resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that we hereby recognize and honor the Chestnut Hill College on its 95th Anniversary and continued commitment to providing students with a holistic education in an inclusive community, marked with academic excellence, personal and professional growth, service to one another and to the global community. Further resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution shall be presented to Carol Jean Vale, SSJ, President of the College, as evidence of the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body. Congratulations. (Applause.)
Thank you, Council President Clarke and Councilwoman Cindy Bass, our Councilwoman, for honoring Chestnut Hill College on the occasion of its 95th anniversary. We have always treasured our connection to Philadelphia. It is our home as the college. It is the home of our founders, the sisters of Saint Joseph, and it is the home of numerous alumni. Change has been a hallmark of Chestnut Hill from its inception. Founded in 1924 as Mount Saint Joseph College, it changed its name to distinguish itself from Saint Joseph College. As usual, a woman changed its name. Established as an undergraduate college for 17- to 23-year-old women, the College over time opened its doors to adult undergraduate students, graduate students, doctoral students and, finally Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 2003, undergraduate men. Traditional semesters for adult learners gave way to accelerated programs. The long-established college lecture is now complemented by online programs, both hybrid and fully online. From its founding, the College has stressed educating the whole person mind, body, heart, and spirit, in an inclusive Catholic community. We have witnessed a century of remarkable progress, and we have been committed to embracing change on our campus, particularly those that expanded opportunities for women and minorities. All are welcome on our campus, which has been recognized as a College of Distinction and one of the top ten colleges in Philadelphia. We're proud to serve a diverse student body, 41 percent of whom are minority and nearly 30 percent of whom are first-generation students. Welcoming students from around the globe, the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 of the global community where we provide the opportunity for students to encounter and learn from young people from across the world and from states across the nation. Our students are engaged in numerous outreach programs to assist those in need with a helping hand. They tutor younger students in local schools, serve meals to the homeless, help with special community projects in Philadelphia and Camden, grow fresh produce for food banks, provide assistance to older neighbors in Chestnut Hill, participate in fundraising projects for worthy causes, join in annual service trips to Africa, work among the less fortunate in Appalachia, and serve willingly wherever a need arises. In the spirit of the sisters of Saint Joseph, our students are ready for any and every good work. Ladies and gentlemen of City Council, thank you for this immense honor Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 you also for the service that you give to the people of our beloved City of Philadelphia. May God bless each of you with whatever you most need at this time in your lives. Thank you. (Applause.)
Thank you and, again, congratulations to all of our honorees. Our next order of business is communications, and the Chair requests that the Sergeant-of-Arms delivers the messages from the Mayor to the Chief Clerk. And, Mr. Decker, please read those messages.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Sections 4-604 Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill Nos. 190152, 190153, 190250, 190304, 190305, 190306, 190307, 190308, 190311, 190312, 190313, 190354, 190356, 190357, 190359, 190360, 190361, 190362, 190379, 190380, and 190382. And I am pleased to advise you that on May 29, 2019, I signed the following bill which was passed by Council at its session on May 16, 2019: Bill No. 190353; and that on June 5, 2019, I signed the remaining bills which were passed by Council at its session on May 16, 2019; and that on June 15, 2019, I signed the following bill which was passed by Council at its session on May 23, 2019: Bill No. 180937-A. And I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your honorable body a resolution appointing Howard Treatman to the Board of Directors of the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 of Philadelphia; and A resolution appointing Rebecca Segers to the Board of Directors of the Germantown Special Services District of Philadelphia; and A resolution appointing Gabrielle Santiati to the Board of Directors of the Germantown Special Services District of Philadelphia; and A resolution appointing Jeffrey Hill to the Board of Directors of the Germantown Special Services District of Philadelphia; and A resolution appointing Tuomi Forrest to the Board of Directors of the Germantown Special Services District of Philadelphia; and A resolution appointing Rex Barr to the Board of Directors of the Germantown Special Services District of Philadelphia; and A resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Kensington North of Lehigh Redevelopment Area, identified by house number and street address as 2559 East Monmouth Street; and A resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 2515 Salmon Street; and A resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to dispose of certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District, which will be transferred by the City to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, by conveyance of such properties to the Philadelphia Land Bank; and A resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2020 Rebuild Project Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 to Bill No. M. M. of all or a portion of the premises located at 144 Moore Street; and An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into an amendment to a lease agreement with RedGap Limited Partnership, for use by the City of all or a portion of the premises located at 4000 North American Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
Thank you, Mr. Decker. Do you have any additional communications?
Thank you very much. And our next order of business will be our introduction of bills and Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
Thank you, Mr. President, and good morning. I'd like to mention that on the first resolution, I want to say thank you to Councilman Derek Green, who is a wise colleague in that he's surrounded by Girls' High girls who are also Deltas. And in that spirit, we want to salute the president of -- principal of Girls' High School, also a Girls' High girl. Thank you, Mr. President. And I have one bill.
An ordinance amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Health Code," by adding a new Chapter 6-311, entitled "Children's Meals at Food Service Establishments."
And a privileged resolution recognizing Parthenia A. Moore Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 for her lifetime of service to Philadelphia students and her leadership of the Philadelphia High School for Girls.
This week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman -- Councilman Greenlee.
Thank you, Mr. President. On your behalf, I offer one bill and two resolutions.
An ordinance amending Section 14-303 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Common Procedures and Requirements," by allowing certain letters submitted to the Zoning Board to serve as an entry of appearance.
And a non-privileged resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1901 Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 through 09 North 33rd Street and 1911 through 15 North 33rd Street located in the Fifth Councilmanic District.
And a non-privileged 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 Sixteenth Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
Also next week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Mr. President. I have no bills or resolutions today.
Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Thank you, Councilman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.
Thank you, Mr. President. Three privileged resolutions today.
A privileged resolution recognizing and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Father's Day Rally Committee, and their efforts and initiatives that have positively impacted the quality of life of African American communities and men of color in the City of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley region.
And a privileged resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, and declaring June 19, 2019 as Sickle Cell Awareness Day in the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 City of Philadelphia.
And a privileged resolution recognizing and honoring West Philly's own, Julian Williams, the new International Super Welterweight boxing champion.
This week's Calendar. Thank you, Councilman. And the Chair recognizes Councilman Johnson -- Councilman Johnson is not here. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Philadelphia, to enter into an amendment to a lease agreement with RedGap Limited Partnership, for use by the City of Philadelphia of all or a portion of the premises located at 4000 North American Street.
Referred to committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Green.
Good morning, Council President. I have one privileged resolution today.
A privileged resolution recognizing June 10 through 15, 2019 as Disability Pride Week in the City of Philadelphia.
This week's Calendar. The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Parker.
Thank Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 you, Mr. President. I offer one privileged resolution.
A privileged resolution recognizing and honoring Steven Scott Bradley upon receiving Maternity Care Coalition's 2019 Driving Fatherhood Community Leader Award for his commitment to community engagement, philanthropy, and mentorship.
This week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Domb.
Thank you, Council President. I offer two privileged resolutions today.
A privileged resolution honoring and congratulating Dave Davies on his retirement from WHYY's news desk and recognizing his excellence Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 in journalism.
And a privileged resolution expressing support for the new American Airlines Philadelphia to Dubrovnik non-stop flight and naming June 6, 2019 as Philadelphia Dubrovnik Friendship Day.
Also this week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Gym.
Thank you very much, Council President. I have one privileged resolution co-sponsored by Councilmembers Blackwell, Green, Bass, Taubenberger, and Parker.
A privileged resolution honoring and congratulating members of Drexel University's 2019 Philadelphia Teacher Residency Program Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 cohort for their steadfast commitment to the teaching profession and Philadelphia's public school students.
This week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Taubenberger.
Thank you, Council President. I have three privileged resolutions that are co-sponsored by all members of Council and I have a third resolution honoring Ted Kirsch on the event of his retirement and the service he's done for the City of Philadelphia, which is co-introduced by myself, Councilwoman Parker, and Councilman Bobby Henon.
A privileged resolution honoring and recognizing the Potamkin Family, and the "Potamkin Prize" for funding research into Pick's, Alzheimer's, and other Related Diseases. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
And a privileged resolution recognizing June 6th, 2019 as the 75th anniversary of the Normandy Landings in World War II, and honoring and recognizing the incredible bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who risked their lives.
And a privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Ted Kirsch on the event of his retirement, and his incredible service to the teachers of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania.
Also this week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Mr. President. I offer one non-privileged resolution. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
Mr. President, it's co-sponsored by all Councilmembers.
A privileged resolution calling on City Council's Committee on Technology and Information Services to hold hearings to determine whether the City and its Office of Innovation and Technology have implemented sufficient security and are fully prepared to prevent cyber-attacks and network outages that other cities and governments have recently experienced.
This week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Squilla.
Thank you, Mr. President. I offer three bills and two non-privileged resolutions. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into a lease agreement with E.O.M. Athletic Association, Incorporated, for use by E.O.M. of all or a portion of the premises located at 144 Moore Street.
And an ordinance amending Chapter 19-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "City Funds Deposits, Investments, Disbursements," by revising the list of City depositories.
And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to convey to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development all or a portion of a parcel or parcels of land in and about the area bounded by Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Frankford Avenue, East Butler Street, Buckius Street and Haverford Avenue, for further conveyance.
And a non-privileged resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Kensington North of Lehigh Redevelopment Area, identified by house number and street address as 2559 East Monmouth Street.
And a non-privileged resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 2515 Salmon Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Street.
Next week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Bass.
Thank you, Mr. President. I offer one privileged resolution, one non-privileged resolution on your behalf, and one bill on your behalf.
An ordinance authorizing the City of Philadelphia to enter into lease agreements with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development under which the City would lease to PAID on a project-by-project basis certain land and facilities in the Fairmount Park system, recreation centers, playgrounds, and branches in the Free Library of Philadelphia system.
Referred to committee. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
And a privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Dr. Arlene Bennett, Reverend Frank Crangle, Oliver Adams, Nate "Mister" Miller, Bishop Leonard Goins, and Reverend Joseph Williams on their legacies of achievement in medicine, sports, the arts, and community service in the City of Philadelphia.
And a non-privileged resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2020 Rebuild Project Statement pursuant to Bill No. 170206.
And that will be on next week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Oh.
Thank you, Councilman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Johnson.
I have one privileged resolution and one non-privileged resolution, Council President.
One of my resolutions is also prime co-sponsored by Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown regarding Patti LaBelle Way.
A privileged resolution recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month in the City of Philadelphia.
And a Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Broad Street, between Spruce and Locust Streets "Patti LaBelle Way."
And that will be on next week's Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Mr. President. I have no bills or resolutions today. Thank you.
Thank you, Councilwoman. That concludes our introduction of bills and resolutions. We will now move to our reports from committee, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Henon for a report from the Committee of the Whole.
Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee of the Whole reports five bills with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. Mr. Decker, please read that Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
The Committee of the Whole, to which was referred Bill No. 190152, entitled "An ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2020 through 2025 inclusive"; and Bill No. 190153, entitled "An ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2020 Capital Budget"; and Bill No. 190154, entitled "An ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2020"; and Bill No. 190155, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Wage and Net Profits Tax,' by revising certain tax rates"; and Bill No. 190317, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 19-1301 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Homestead Exclusion,' to increase the amount of the homestead exclusion," respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bills to Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 recommendation.
Thank you. The Chair again recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended as to permit the first reading of this day Bill Nos. 190152, 190153, 190154, 190155, as well as 190317. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills No. 190152, 190153, 190154, 190155, and 190317. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
The ayes have it. These bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar today. The Chair now recognizes Councilman Greenlee for a report from the Committee of Law and Government.
Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee on Law and Government reports two bills and one resolution with a favorable recommendation.
The Committee on Law and Government, to which was referred Bill No. 190182, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,' and Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Finance, Taxes and Collections,' to impose liability and provide for the revocation Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 persons who permit human trafficking, involuntary servitude, or related unlawful activity to occur on a property or in connection with a business"; and Bill No. 190290, 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 to revise City procurement procedures, as approved by Resolution of the City Council"; and Resolution No. 190299, entitled a "Resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to revise City procurement procedures," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills and resolution to Council with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chair again recognizes Councilman Greenlee. Stated Meeting June 6, 2019
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 190182 and 190290. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills No. 190182 and 190290. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and these bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar today. Resolution No. 190299 will be placed on our Final Passage Calendar at our next session of Council. The Chair now recognizes Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 report from the Committee of Public Property and Public Works.
Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee of Public Property and Public Works reports four bills with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. Mr. Decker, please read that report.
The Committee on Public Property and Public Works, to which was referred Bill No. 190206, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into an agreement between the City and the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the PRA to act as the City's agent for the marketing, competitive bidding, sale and development, as applicable, of certain City-owned properties"; and Bill No. 190207, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, all or a portion of a parcel or parcels of land in and about the area bounded by Tacony Street, Levick Street, Milnor Street and Barnett Street"; and Bill No. 190208, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to acquire fee simple title, or a lesser interest in real estate, by purchase, dedication, donation, condemnation, agreement in lieu of condemnation, or otherwise, to parcels of land along the Delaware River and in the bed of the former Kensington & Tacony Railroad"; and Bill No. 190310, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to enter into a sublease agreement with The Philadelphia Municipal Authority, for use by the City of a portion of the premises located at 804 North Broad Street," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Council with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chair again recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended as to permit the first reading of this day Bill Nos. 190206, 190207, 190208, and 190310. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills No. 190206, 190207, 190208, and 190310. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar today. The Chair now recognizes Councilman Squilla for a report from the Committee on Streets and Services.
Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee on Streets and Services reports 40 bills with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you, sir. Are you ready, Mr. Decker? Mr. Decker, I wish I could ask you to abbreviate it, but you have to read every last one, so please read the report.
The Committee on Streets and Services, to which was referred Bill No. 181004, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Regulation of Business, Trades and Professions,' by amending Chapter 9-200, entitled 'Commercial Activities on Streets,' by revising certain provisions related to Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 sales to prohibit the sale of fireworks by such vendors"; and Bill No. 190098, entitled "An ordinance establishing a parking regulation on 13th Street, west side, Master Street to Jefferson Street"; and Bill No. 190119, entitled "An ordinance establishing a parking regulation on 22nd Street, west side, Aspen Street to Brown Street"; and Bill No. 190185, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Bicycle Lanes,' by authorizing the Department of Streets to designate a bicycle lane and to remove a travel lane on Market Street and on John F. Kennedy Boulevard, all between North 15th Street and North 20th Street"; and Bill No. 190211, entitled "An ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: South 13th Street and Dickinson Street; Federal Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 7th Street; Federal Street and South 10th Street; Annin Street and South 9th Street; Iseminger Street and Morris Street; Cross Street and Marshall Street; South 13th Street and Reed Street"; and Bill No. 190252, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Pennsylvania Commonwealth System of Higher Education, doing business as Temple University, Kenneth Kaiser & Thomas McCreesh, to install, own, and maintain non-standard lights in the Public Right-of-Way at 1901 through 47 North Park Avenue, along the Temple University Library property frontage"; and Bill No. 190287, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Noel Karasanyi, doing business as The Barn, to install, own, and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe at 4901 Catherine Street"; and Bill No. 190288, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Matthew Hopkins, AIMCO Development, to install, own, and Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 3900 Chestnut Street"; and Bill No. 190289, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Yishai Kedar to own and maintain an existing exterior stairway in the public Right-of-Way at 1501 North Front Street"; and Bill No. 190304, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 106 by establishing a curved corner at the intersection of the westerly side of Thirty-Fourth Street and the northeasterly side of Mantua Avenue and establishing a curb bump-out extending along the northeasterly curbline of said Mantua Avenue from Thirty-Fourth Street to a point northwestwardly therefrom"; and Bill No. 190307, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 271 by placing on the City Plan a cut-back area at the northwest corner Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Germantown Avenue"; and Bill No. 190309, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-203 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Street Vendors,' by prohibiting vending along certain portions of Spring Garden Street"; and Bill No. 190320, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Farmers' Markets,' by adding a permissible location"; and Bill No. 1, entitled 'Parking for Flexible-Park Auto Sharing Organizations,' to provide for exemption from certain parking regulations for flexible-park auto sharing organizations"; and Bill No. 190354, entitled "An Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
180285) approved on June 6, 2019, entitled 'An ordinance authorizing the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania to install, own and maintain various encroachments at 1 Convention Avenue,' by extending the period of compliance with the terms and conditions stated therein"; and Bill No. 190355, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Designation of Bicycle Lanes,' to authorize bicycle lanes on Richmond Street, from Lewis Street to Berkshire Street"; and Bill No. 190363, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Designation of Bicycle Lanes,' to authorize bicycle lanes in the First Councilmanic District on North 10th Street, from Buttonwood Street to Callowhill Street, and on Columbus Boulevard from Dilworth Street to Swanson Street"; and Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 190364, entitled "An ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Camac Street and Moyamensing Avenue; McKean Street and South 10th Street; Snyder Avenue to South 10th Street; Sartain Street and Mifflin Street; South Juniper Street and Jackson Street; Hoffman Street and South 7th Street; Wolf Street and South 11th Street"; and Bill No. 190365, entitled "An ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: South 12th Street and Passyunk Avenue; Emily Street and South 8th Street; Dudley Street and South 7th Street through South 9th Street; Winton Street and South 11th Street; South 9th Street and McKean Street; South 13th Street and Morris Street"; and Bill No. 190379, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 170086) approved May 22, 2017, entitled "An ordinance Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 269 by relocating portions of the houselines and curblines of Convention Avenue, from Thirty-Fourth Street to Health Sciences Drive, and placing on the City Plan two rights of way for drainage purposes within the vicinity of the intersection of Convention Avenue and Health Sciences Drive,' by revising the terms and conditions stated therein and extending the period for compliance therewith"; and Bill No. 190381, entitled "An ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: North 17th Street and Francis Street; Willington Street and Jefferson Street; Thompson Street and North 16th Street; Parrish Street and Taney Street; North 23rd Street and Aspen Street; North 23rd Street and Brown Street"; and Bill No. 190405, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Rene Woodlin to own and maintain an existing over-sized Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Right-of-Way at 1438 North 29th Street"; and Bill No. 190410, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Farmers' Markets,' by adding a permissible location on South Broad Street"; and Bill No. 190411, entitled "An ordinance regulating the direction of movement of traffic on certain portions of 85th and 86th Streets, Eastwick Avenue, and Harley and Luther Places"; and Bill No. 190413, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Streets Commissioner and Procurement Commissioner to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Philadelphia Municipal Authority through which the City will assume certain rights and obligations under an agreement the Authority will enter into with Waste Management of Pennsylvania, Incorporated for the processing and marketing of recyclable Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 materials"; and Bill No. 190434, entitled "An ordinance establishing a no truck parking regulation on Whitby Avenue between 52nd and 53rd Streets, both sides"; and Bill No.
190445, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Designation of Bicycle Lanes,' to authorize bicycle lanes on Germantown Avenue, from North 2nd Street to Master Street"; and Bill No. 190449, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 11 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Streets,' to prohibit the construction of bay windows and balconies in and around the Point Breeze and Grays Ferry areas of the City"; and Bill No. 190450, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 15-S by placing on the City Plan Alter Street from Seventeenth Street to Eighteenth Street in order to conform Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 conditions"; and Bill No. 190453, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-901 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Stopping, Standing or Parking Prohibited at Certain Places,' to permit overnight truck parking on South 11th Street between Catherine Street and Webster Street and establishing parking regulations on the same portion of South 11th Street"; and Bill No. 190456, entitled "An ordinance granting permission to Esteban Ginez, owner and operator of Los Potrillos Food Truck located in the right-of-way on the west side of the 4200 block of G Street between East Hunting Park Avenue and East Bristol Street, to install, use and maintain certain electrical wires, conduits and appurtenances in, under and over the right-of-way on the 4200 block of G Street"; and Bill No. 190457, entitled "An Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 1201 North Franklin, doing business as The International Bar, to install, own and maintain an open-air sidewalk cafe at 1624 North Front Street"; and Bill No. 190458, entitled "An ordinance authorizing Antonio Perez to construct, own and maintain a proposed exterior stairway at 1801 North Hancock Street"; and Bill No. 190462, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 11 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Streets,' to authorize placement of wayfinding signs in the right-of-way"; and Bill No. 190463, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Traffic Code,' to revise various provisions related to the on-street parking system"; and Bill No. 190464, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 11-203(3) of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Sewer Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Other Underground Service,' to authorize the revision of the length of time during which a permit to maintain a plumber's ditch remains valid"; and Bill No. 190465, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Designation of Bicycle Lanes,' to authorize a bicycle lane on North 2nd Street, from Wood Street to Race Street"; and Bill No. 190467, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 12-2809 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Civil Penalties and Costs,' by amending penalties for certain parking, standing or stopping violations"; and Bill No. 190468, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Streets Commissioner and Procurement Commissioner to enter into an Agreement with Covanta Sustainable Solutions pursuant to which Covanta will receive municipal solid waste to be collected by or on behalf of Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 City, and transfer and dispose that municipal solid waste"; and Bill No. 190469, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Streets Commissioner and Procurement Commissioner to enter into an Agreement with Waste Management of Pennsylvania, Incorporated pursuant to which Waste Management will receive municipal solid waste to be collected by or on behalf of the City, and transfer and dispose that municipal solid waste," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.
All right. Thank you. Let's give Mr. Decker a hand. (Applause.)
Thank you. The Chair again recognizes Councilman Squilla.
Thank you, Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 that the rules of Council be suspended as to permit the first reading this day of those 40 bills that the Clerk, Mr. Decker, just read into the record. Thank you. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. 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 that were just read in the record by the Clerk. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and these bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar today. The Chair now recognizes Councilman Jones for a report from the Stated Meeting June 6, 2019 Economic Development.