City of Philadelphia Thursday, April 3, 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, April 3, 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.
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CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, April 3, 2025 . BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE 250168 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Driscoll Resolution honoring the Father Judge High School Boys' Basketball Team for winning the 2025 Philadelphia Catholic League Championship and celebrating their remarkable achievement. 250250 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution appointing Malika Rahman to the Citizen’s Police Oversight Commission. 250251 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution appointing Gilberto Gonzalez to the Citizen’s Police Oversight Commission. 250252 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution appointing Michelle Enix-Kenney to the Citizen’s Police Oversight Commission.
250253 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution appointing LaTanya Whitehead to the Citizen’s Police Oversight Commission. 250254 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution reappointing Haakim Peay to the Citizen’s Police Oversight Commission. - 3 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, April 3, 2025 250277 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2942 and 2944 W Wishart St; 3323 W Allegheny Ave; 3212 N 33rd St; and 3216 N Newkirk Street located in the 4th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE 240333 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Lozada An Ordinance amending Section 14-533 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/MIN, Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District,” to update the illustrative maps to reflect recent redistricting changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
240665 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 250294 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips for Council President Johnson Resolution honoring United States Senator Cory Booker for his courageous and historic 25-hour Senate floor speech, standing in defense of America's core democratic principles and Constitutional values. - 4 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, April 3, 2025 250295 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips Resolution recognizing the Active People, Healthy Nation initiative, a national effort led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Heart Association and reaffirming the City of Philadelphia’s commitment to championing policies, programs, and investments that promote physical activity, improve public health, especially for children, and ensure equitable access to recreation for all residents. 250296 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Phillips for Councilmember Johnson Resolution honoring, recognizing, and celebrating the Omicron Delta Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated for 40 years of service and impact in the City of Philadelphia.
250301 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas for Council President Johnson Resolution honoring and Recognizing the All-Star Labor Classic and Philadelphia’s Organized Labor for Thirty-Seven Years of Charitable Service to Students and the Community 250302 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas Resolution authorizing the Committee on Education to hold hearings investigating the current state of higher education as this pillar of the Philadelphia economy and cultural landscape undergoes generational change. 250306 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau for Council President Johnson Resolution recognizing April 2025 as Fair Housing Month in the City of Philadelphia and celebrating the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968.
250307 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Arab Americans in Philadelphia. - 5 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, April 3, 2025 250308 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution declaring April 4, 2025 as Women in Tech Day in the City of Philadelphia, and recognizing the importance of women in technology, emphasizing their contributions, promoting STEM education and careers for women and girls, and expanding gender equity in the technology field. 250309 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution declaring April 2025 as National Poetry Month in the City of Philadelphia and recognizing the profound impact of poetry on Philadelphia’s cultural, educational, and social landscape.
250311 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Lozada Resolution recognizing April as National Donate Life Month in the City of Philadelphia and honoring the life-saving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation, as well as celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Gift of Life Donor Program. 250313 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Rourke for Councilmember Brooks Resolution recognizing April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in the City of Philadelphia, and commending the work of advocates who are people living with autism and who are breaking down barriers to create a truly inclusive society. 250315 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Rourke Resolution celebrating the launch of the Philadelphia Fair Lease on the City of Philadelphia’s Landlord Gateway.
250316 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Driscoll Resolution honoring and congratulating the Father Judge High School Boys' Basketball Team for winning the 2025 PIAA 6A championship - 6 -City of Philadelphia