It has been moved and properly seconded. The resolution number 250897 be adopted. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it. The motion carries. The resolution is adopted. Will the clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250493-A.
An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia zoning maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Roosevelt Boulevard, 9th Street, Erie Avenue, and Broad Street.
This bill had been read on two different days. The question now is, shall the bill pass finally? Will the chief clerk please call the roll.
Aye. The ayes are 16, nays are zero. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. Will the clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250654.
An ordinance amending chapter 17-1600 of the Philadelphia Code entitled Economic Opportunity Plans to add two additional business community members to the Economic Opportunity Review Committee, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, shall the bill pass finally? Will the chief clerk please call the roll.
Aye. Ayes are 15, the nays are one. The majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. Will the clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250718-A.
An ordinance amending chapter 12-900 of the Philadelphia Code entitled Parking Regulations and Penalties to confirm regulations adopted by the Department of Streets that establish and revise time-limited and other rules restricting parking, stopping, and standing, including the establishment of time-restricted loading zones in the Center City area bounded by Spring Garden Street, the Schuylkill River, Bainbridge Street, and the Delaware River. And to reauthorize changes and additions to such parking rules in the Center City area by the Department of Streets on an ongoing basis, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill had been read on two different days. The question now is, shall the bill pass finally? Will the chief clerk please call the roll.
Council President, I want to -- I vote aye, but my last vote should have been a nay. My apologies.
So for the record, officially, Bill No. 250654 will be 14 ayes and 2 nays for the record. We'll go back to, Chief Clerk, the title of Bill No. 250718-A. The bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, should the bill pass finally? That's my bill, so let me know. Any objections? Will the chief clerk read the bill, please?
An ordinance amending chapter 12-900 of the Philadelphia Code entitled Parking Regulations and Penalties to confirm regulations adopted by the Department of Streets that establish and revise time-limited and other rules restricting parking, stopping, and standing, including the establishment of time-restricted loading zones in the Center City area bounded by Spring Garden Street, the Schuylkill River, Bainbridge Street, and the Delaware River. And to reauthorize changes and additions to such parking rules in the Center City area by the Department of Streets on an ongoing basis, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, should the bill pass finally? Chief Clerk, please call the roll.
Aye. The ayes are 17, the nays are zero -- sorry. The ayes are 16, the nays are zero. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. Thank you. Will the chief clerk please read any additional resolutions on today's calendar?
A privileged resolution honoring the life and legacy of Kada Scott, a beacon of light and love in Philadelphia, remembered for her faith, kindness, and countless lives she touched, introduced by Councilmember Phillips.
I didn't acknowledge you yet. One second. Excuse me. Council will be at ease. Chair recognizes Member Phillips for a motion on the resolution. And we're going to do a standing moment of silence vote on her behalf.
Yes. Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution on behalf of all the Philadelphians who have been touched by Ms. Kada Scott. We could stand.
Thank you, Dr. Phillips, for your patience. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring the life and legacy of Michael I. Days for his extensive career as a reporter and editor for the Philadelphia Daily News, and later as vice president for Diversity and Inclusion at the Philadelphia Inquirer, introduced by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson on behalf of Council President Johnson.
I'm going to ask for Member Thomas to make a motion on the resolution, and we'll also do a standing silent vote.
Thank you, Council President. On your behalf and listening to the public comment here, I think it's appropriate that we move for the adoption of the resolution and do so by standing vote. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
Chief Clerk, please read the title of the next resolution, please.
A privileged resolution recognizing and honoring Power 99's Rise and Grind Morning Show for its lasting contributions to radio and the cultural fabric of the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. On behalf of our Majority Leader, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson, I move for the adoption of the resolution. Councilmember: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Will the chief clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution recognizing Chris Gale, Executive Director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, for his exemplary work and advocacy in ensuring the safety and inclusivity of cyclists throughout Pennsylvania, introduced by Councilmember Gauthier on behalf of Council President Johnson.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Jamie Gauthier for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. On your behalf, I move for the adoption of the resolution. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Will the chief clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring and recognizing the Atlantic Center for Capital Representation and its staff for 15 years of dedicated service addressing systemic issues with the death penalty in Pennsylvania and across the nation, introduced by Councilmember Thomas on behalf of Council President Johnson.
Thank you very much, Chief Clerk. Chair recognizes Councilmember Thomas for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. On your behalf, and thank you for your leadership. I move for the adoption of the resolution.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Would the chief clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution celebrating the Mural Arts Program and recognizing the month of October as Mural Arts Month in the City of Philadelphia, introduced by Councilmember Thomas.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. In continuing the tradition, I move for the adoption of the resolution as we celebrate Mural Arts. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the chief clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution authorizing the Committee on Public Safety to hold a hearing to examine the City of Philadelphia's strategies, laws, and policies for protecting victims of abuse and domestic violence within the justice system, including courts, the Sheriff's Office, the District Attorney's Office, and the Philadelphia Police Department, introduced by Councilmember Jones on behalf of Council President Johnson.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Mr. President. On your behalf, I move for the adoption. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Member Jones, threw me off for a little bit because you've been working on this topic way before today. So I want to continue doing the good work together as we move forward, protecting those who are victims of domestic violence and those who are victims of abuse. So thank you for your work. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution commemorating and honoring the 2025 Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer's for mobilizing thousands of Philadelphians in the ongoing fight against Alzheimer's through advocacy, research, and community care, introduced by Councilmember Landau.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Rue Landau for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution authorizing the Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings to investigate the city's payment and refund systems for municipal taxes, introduced by Councilmember Young.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Jeffrey J. Young for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. COUNCILMEMBERS: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Kendra Brooks.
Thank you, Council President. I want to ask for suspension of the rules to re-record my vote on Bill No. 250654.
All those in favor will signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the rules of Council have been suspended to receive your vote.
Will the Chief Clerk please read the title -- the Chair recognizes Councilmember -
I'm a nay. She said I have to say that I'm voting nay. I want to re-record my vote as nay on Bill No. 250654.
It is duly noted. Thank you very much. But it's still two no's, correct?
Thank you, my Majority Leader, making sure we're doing things, as my nana says, in decency and in order. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring the life and legacy of Rabbi Arthur Ocean Waskow, a prophetic activist and author grounded in Jewish tradition and faith who created the foundation on which generations of moral activists stand, introduced by Councilmember O'Rourke.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Nicholas O'Rourke for a motion on the resolution.
In honor of a great prophet and mystic, I do stand for the -- what am I saying?
I move for the adoption of the resolution in his honor. Thank you.
See, that's what happens. You a new dad. I get it, bro. It's okay. Ain't sleep.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. COUNCILMEMBERS: Aye.
Those opposed? The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Reverend Carolyn Clarene Cavaness for the one-year anniversary of her pastoral appointment at the historic Mother Bethel AME Church, introduced by Councilmember Squilla on behalf of Council President Johnson.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Mark Squilla for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for adoption of the resolution on your behalf.