City of Philadelphia Thursday, October 23, 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, October 23, 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, October 23, 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. 250892 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips for Council President Johnson Resolution approving the Rebuild Project Statement for Fiscal Year 2026 pursuant to Bill No. 170206. 250897 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution renaming the 1300 Block of N 52nd Street as “Dr. Damone B. Jones Way” in recognition of Dr. Damone B. Jones, Sr. for his exceptional service to the West Philadelphia community.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE 250493-A INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young 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. 250646 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas An Ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Profession,” by adding a new chapter entitled “Minimum Training For Security Officers. ” - 3 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, October 23, 2025 250654 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Ahmad 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.
250718-A INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young for Council President Johnson 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.
250721 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill An Ordinance amending Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending Section 14-515, entitled “Northeast Overlay District,” and making related changes all under certain terms and conditions. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS 250921 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Kada Scott, a beacon of light and love in Philadelphia, remembered for her faith, kindness, and the countless lives she touched. - 4 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, October 23, 2025 250922 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Michael Days for his extensive career serving Philadelphians as a reporter and editor for the Philadelphia Daily News and later as the Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion at the Philadelphia Inquirer.
250923 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson 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 250924 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson Resolution recognizing Chris Gale, Executive Director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, for his work exemplary work and advocacy in ensuring the safety and inclusivity of cyclists throughout Philadelphia. 250925 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas Resolution celebrating the Mural Arts Program and Recognizing the Month of October as Mural Arts Month in the City of Philadelphia.
250926 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson 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. 250927 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson 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 the Courts, the Sheriff’s Office, the District Attorney’s Office, and the Philadelphia Police Department. - 5 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, October 23, 2025 250928 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau 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. 250929 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young 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 250931 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Rourke Resolution honoring the life and legacy 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.
250932 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Driscoll Resolution requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 250771, entitled “An Ordinance Authorizing 3419 KENSINGTON PARTNERS or a subsequent owner to install, own, and maintain an encroachment at 3423 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions,” for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council. 250933 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson Resolution honoring and recognizing Reverend Carolyn Clarene Cavaness for the one-year anniversary of her pastoral appointment at the historic Mother Bethel AME Church.
250934 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson Resolution recognizing and congratulating the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98 on the momentous occasion of its 125th anniversary, celebrating over a century of exemplary leadership, advocacy, and unwavering dedication to the rights and welfare of electrical workers. - 6 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, October 23, 2025 250935 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass Resolution recognizing the extraordinary contributions and lifetime achievements of Dr.
Molefi Kete Asante, founder of Afrocentricity, and the founder of the Molefi Kete Asante (MKA) Institute for Afrocentric Studies in the Germantown Neighborhood 250936 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Council President Johnson Resolution authorizing the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings to examine the impacts of the current crisis threatening the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) on food and nutrition security in Philadelphia, including barriers to accessing benefits, disruptions to nutrition education and outreach, consequences for residents, and opportunities for coordinated City and community response.
250937 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Ahmad Resolution recognizing and affirming the City of Philadelphia’s commitment to public health grounded in scientific evidence; and opposing state proposals that would weaken proven protections, including childhood immunizations, community water fluoridation, and practical steps that limit the spread of disease in schools. - 7 -City of Philadelphia