City of Philadelphia Thursday, September 18, 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, September 18, 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, September 18, 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. 250730 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Johnson Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1316 and 1318 South Cleveland Street, 2714 and 2716 Oakford Street, 1225 S. 17th Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
250731 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Johnson Resolution renaming the 2300 block of Snyder Ave “James Darrell Robinson Jr. Way” in honor of James “Lil Darrell” Robinson Jr. , recognizing his contributions to Yesha Ministries and his community through his musical genius and artistic talents. 250732 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Johnson Resolution renaming the 1900 block of South Street “Dr. Beverly Wylie Way” in honor of Reverend Dr, Beverly Wylie, in recognition of her steadfast commitment to her church and dedicated service to the South Philadelphia community. 250733 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Johnson Resolution renaming the 2000 Block of Snyder Ave “Anton K.
Moore Way” in honor of Anton K. Moore’s commitment to giving back to his community and empowering the youth of Philadelphia. - 3 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, September 18, 2025 250734 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4200, 4202, 4204 Viola Street and 4205 Leidy Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. 250735 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5417 and 5425 Florence Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. 250736 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1610 S.
56th Street located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. 250741 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution authorizing Councilmember Jones’s appeal, on behalf of and as representative of City Council (“Council”), of the decision of the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) with respect to 5052-56 City Avenue. 250743 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution condemning Congressional Republicans and the Trump Administration for their dramatic, ill-advised, and harmful cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). 250749 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution repealing Resolution No.
250587 (adopted May 29, 2025) which also named Jefferson Street between Broad Street and 13th Street as “Donald ‘Ducky’ Birts Way. ” - 4 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, September 18, 2025 250750 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution also naming Jefferson Street between Broad Street and 13th Street as “Donald ‘Ducky’ Birts Way” 250751 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2002 N. 20th Street, 2007 Norris Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. 250752 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution also naming N. 9th Street between Clearfield Street and Indiana Avenue as “LGP Qua Way”; and also naming the 900 block of W.
Clearfield Street as “Voice of the Youth” 250755 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Driscoll Resolution also naming the 3300 block of Tilton Street as “Czerw Way” to honor the life and legacy of John Czerw. 250756 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill Resolution also naming the 800 block of Rhawn Street "Hugh Joseph McIntyre Way" in recognition of his sacrifice during the 1975 Gulf Oil Refinery Fire. BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE 250373-A INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau An Ordinance amending Chapter 9-3500 of Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards,” to amend definitions, add clarifications, and enhance remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. - 5 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, September 18, 2025 RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS 250778 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas Resolution recognizing Jane Golden, honoring her life’s work, legacy, and contribution as a fundamental pillar in the arts and culture community in the City of Philadelphia. 250781 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones Resolution authorizing the committee on Public Safety to hold hearings to examine the potential establishment of the Office of Freedmen Affairs within the City of Philadelphia.
250782 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution recognizing the week of September 15 through September 21, 2025 as Diaper Need Awareness Week in Philadelphia, and acknowledging the outstanding efforts of community-based organizations working to ensure that all children have the essential items needed to thrive and survive. 250783 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution recognizing and honoring the Education Law Center-PA on its 50th anniversary for its outstanding contributions and lasting impact to ensure access to quality public education for all children in Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania.
250784 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Landau Resolution recognizing the week of September 15 through September 21, 2025 as National Coding Week in the City of Philadelphia, highlighting the essential nature of coding skills in a rapidly evolving digital world. - 6 -City of Philadelphia
CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, September 18, 2025 250786 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution recognizing September 21, 2025 as “Sun Day” in the City of Philadelphia, and recognizing the Philadelphia Solar Energy Association and Third Act PA for their advocacy for a solar-powered Southeastern Pennsylvania 250787 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Young Resolution recognizing September 17th, 2025 as “National Workforce Development Day” in the City of Philadelphia 250789 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Brooks Resolution authorizing the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold a hearing on the Federal attacks and local challenges facing reproductive healthcare in the City of Philadelphia.
250790 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Harrity Resolution recognizing the third week of September 2025 as National Construction Appreciation Week in the City of Philadelphia, honoring the contribution of the construction industry to the vitality of our city 250792 INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass Resolution recognizing Steve Jamison, owner of Blue Sole Shoes, an exceptional minority small business owner, for his creativity, resilience, and uniquely Philadelphian response to adversity - 7 -City of Philadelphia