City of Philadelphia Thursday, May 1, 2025 City Council Calendar PUBLIC COMMENT Please note that this is an in-person meeting, and it is open to the public. This meeting may also be viewed on Xfinity Channel 64, Fios Channel 40 or http://phlcouncil. com/watch-city-council/ Public comment will be received in-person regarding those matters printed on the agenda on the following pages. Speakers interested in participating in public comment at this meeting may call 215-686-3406 by no later than 3 p. m.
the day before the meeting and they must submit the following information: • Full name (including proper pronunciation and spelling) • Identify the bill number or resolution number that will be addressed • State whether you support or oppose that particular bill or resolution • Telephone number where you can be reached Speakers may also sign-up to participate in public comment on the day of the meeting in Room 400, City Hall. Speakers who submitted the above information within the required time frame will be added to the list. Speakers will have up to three minutes to speak; the Council President, however, reserves the right based on circumstances to establish a different time limit. The Council President may also limit testimony where repetitious comments are offered on an agenda item.
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CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 ORDER OF BUSINESS IN A COUNCIL SESSION Note: Some items do not occur at every session: Invocation. Approval of the journal of the preceding meeting. Requests by Councilmembers for permission to be absent from the session. Reading of communications from the Mayor. Introduction of bills and resolutions (to be referred to appropriate Committees of Council). Reports from Committees of Council. Special business. Bills on first reading. Public comment on bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars - titles are printed below. Bills that Council passed but that need to be returned by the Mayor for reconsideration. Consideration of bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars.
Bills and resolutions on the Suspension Calendar. Speeches by Councilmembers. . - 2 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE 250303 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas Resolution honoring The Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Service Center School celebrating its 20th bi-annual “Carpe Diem” honoring all the judges and students who participate in this remarkable and beneficial event. 250385 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips for Council President Johnson Resolution condemning the act of arson committed against Governor Shapiro at the historic Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, and expressing gratitude to first responders for their heroic efforts responding to the fire, and denouncing all forms of political violence.
250392 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 3101 N. 8th Street in the Fifth Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code. 250393 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1412, 1416, 1421, 1429, 1435 N. 17th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
250396 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Harrity for Council President Johnson Resolution urging the General Assembly to pass legislation allowing cities of the first class to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour, an essential step toward ensuring that all Philadelphians are able to keep up with the rising cost of living and have the opportunity to build a better future. - 3 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250401 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 2045 E. Auburn Street, 2054 E. Auburn Street, 2051 E. Rush Street, 518 Pierce Street, 2315 S. Marshall Street in the First Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code. 250402 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 100 Emily Street, 2315 S. Marshall Street, 518 Pierce Street, 2549 S.
3rd Street, 2117 S. 6th Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. 250408 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass Resolution a Resolution directing the City Pension Funds to review and act on investments in El Salvador, ensuring transparency, accountability and fiscal responsibility in light of recent developments. BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE 250207 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Federal Street, 13th Street, Wharton Street, and Broad Street.
250242 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance repealing in its entirety Bill No. 240972 (approved December 23, 2024), entitled “An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of section 14-906, entitled “Market Street East Sign Regulations,” all under certain terms and conditions. ” - 4 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250243 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance repealing in its entirety Bill No. 240971 (approved December 23, 2024), entitled “An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled Zoning and Planning, by amending certain definitions relating to signs; creating an “Arena Area” within the “/CTR, Center City Overlay District” overlay; and making related changes, including a master plan requirement and changes to accessory sign controls; all in connection with zoning rules for a proposed arena in Center City; and approving a master plan for the Arena Area; all under certain terms and conditions.
” 250244 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance repealing in their entirety the following Ordinances, all approved December 23, 2024: Bill No. 240966 (granting the necessary authorizations for the City to help facilitate development of a new arena for the Philadelphia 76ers); Bill No. 240967 (authorizing the execution of a Service Agreement between the City and PAID); Bill No. 240968 (authorizing striking Filbert Street from 10th Street to 11th Street from the City Plan; Bill No. 240969 (authorizing striking certain aerial portions of Tenth Street between Market Street and Filbert Street from the City Plan); Bill No.
240970 (authorizing the construction and maintenance of various right of way encroachments in the vicinity of the proposed arena); Bill No. 240963 (amending the existing Gallery at Market East Tax Increment Financing District in the area of the proposed arena); and Bill No. 240973 (approving the amendment of a neighborhood improvement district in the area of the proposed arena). 250204 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance to amend Bill No. 240182 (approved June 14, 2024), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2025-2030 inclusive,” by revising various appropriation amounts and totals to conform to amendments to the FY2025 Capital Budget Ordinance, all under certain terms and conditions.
250205 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance to amend Bill No. 240181 (approved June 14, 2024), entitled “An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2025 Capital Budget,” by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions. - 5 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250206 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson An Ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Water Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Grants Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, to the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Aviation Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Transportation Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
250266 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier An Ordinance regulating the direction of movement of traffic on 47th Street between Chestnut Street and Kingsessing, all under certain terms and conditions. 250267 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier An Ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane and removal of a travel lane on 47th Street, under certain terms and conditions. 240665-AA INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Lozada An Ordinance amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,” by adding a new chapter concerning vehicular mobile service providers, and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS 250442 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips Resolution honoring and celebrating summer search Philadelphia for their dedication to empowering Philadelphia’s youth through mentorship, education, and career exploration - 6 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250443 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips Resolution honoring and celebrating Feliz Filadelphia for its dedication to empowering youth through recreation, education, and community development 250445 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Johnson Resolution congratulating the School District of Philadelphia, the Developer of the Bellwether District HRP Group, ARCO Design-Build, Clayco Corporation and the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA), for their collaboration to fund driver education courses for School District Career and Technical Education Students.
250446 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Resolution recognizing April 29 - May 2, 2025, as National Apprenticeship Week in the City of Philadelphia 250449 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution honoring and commending the Philadelphia City Council team participating in the 2025 Broad Street Run on May 4th, 2025. 250450 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution honoring and recognizing Wills Eye Institute in Philadelphia for their work in supporting victims of violence and championing the courage of Iranian women, who were shot during protests in their home country, through the Eyes on Humanity Fund.
250452 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Councilmember Landau Resolution declaring May 2025 as Affordable Housing Month in City of Philadelphia, and recognizing the need for stable, safe, accessible, and affordable housing for all residents. - 7 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250453 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Councilmember Landau Resolution honoring, recognizing, and congratulating Reinvestment Fund, a mission-driven community development financial institution committed to making communities work for all people, on the occasion of its 40th anniversary. 250454 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Councilmember Landau Resolution recognizing May 5-10, 2025 as Philly Tech Week in the City of Philadelphia and celebrating the vibrant and thriving tech ecosystem in Philadelphia.
250455 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution authorizing the Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings to investigate the Administration’s progress on the establishment of the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority. 250456 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution recognizing and designating May 1, 2025 as International Workers Day to honor and celebrate the manifold achievements of workers, and the historical and continuing struggle of labor movements for justice and fair working conditions.
250457 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Brooks Resolution recognizing May 2025 as Hepatitis Awareness Month in Philadelphia in support of the joint efforts of Hep B United Philadelphia and Hepatitis C Allies of Philadelphia aimed at promoting testing for all Philadelphians and raising the profile of viral hepatitis and its connection to liver cancer as urgent health priorities. 250458 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Rourke Resolution honoring the students of the PhillyBOLT academic year fellowship program for their dedication to community-led change and leadership development. - 8 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, May 1, 2025 250459 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Driscoll Resolution recognizing May 2025 as “Building Safety Month” in the City of Philadelphia 250460 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Johnson Resolution celebrating Chubby Checker - legendary singer, dancer, and South Philadelphia native - on the occasion of his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 250462 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass Resolution recognizing Fiesta Schoolyards and their vision for continuing to enhance the learning and play environments for future generations of Philadelphia's school-aged children 250463 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Ahmad Resolution resolution Proclaiming May 2025 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Philadelphia.
250464 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Ahmad Resolution resolution recognizing Kosuke and Tomomi Chujo of Nihonbashi Philly for their extraordinary efforts to represent and preserve Philadelphia’s culinary identity on the world stage - 9 -City of Philadelphia