COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thursday, May 19, 2005, 10:53 a.m. PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANNA C. VERNA COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE L. BLACKWELL COUNCILMAN DARRELL L. CLARKE COUNCILMAN DAVID COHEN COUNCILMAN W. WILSON GOODE, JR. COUNCILMAN JACK KELLY COUNCILMAN JAMES F. KENNEY COUNCILWOMAN JOAN L. KRAJEWSKI COUNCILMAN RICHARD T. MARIANO COUNCILWOMAN DONNA REED MILLER COUNCILMAN MICHAEL A. NUTTER COUNCILMAN BRIAN J. O'NEILL COUNCILMAN JUAN F. RAMOS COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS-BROWN COUNCILMAN FRANK RIZZO COUNCILWOMAN MARIAN B. TASCO V A R A L L O Incorporated Litigation Support Services 1835 Market Street, Suite 600 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103 215.561.2220 215.567.2670 Stated - 5/19/05 P R O C E E D I N G S
We will now go into our session. I note that the hour has come and a quorum of this Council is present. Council will please come to order. Members will take their seats, and visitors will please retire to the seats outside the rails. To give our invocation this morning, the Chair would request that Reverend Mr. Ramos give our invocation this morning. All members and guests will please rise. (All rise.) REV.
Let us pray. By the miracle of God's life in you and with you, you will see fruit of such quantity and size in your life that you will be amazed, and you will know that you had nothing to do with it. Heavenly Father, on this Your day, Stated - 5/19/05 guide us in the deliberations before us, for they will be tough. Pour Your grace and wisdom, patience and tolerance upon us. Only You are Almighty. And for Thee we say, praise the Lord in all of our works. Amen.
Amen. Thank you very much. The next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the Meeting of Thursday, May 12, 2005. And the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the Journal of the Meeting of Thursday, May 12, 2005 stand approved. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the Meeting of Thursday, May 12, 2005, stand approved. Stated - 5/19/05 All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the motion carries, and the Journal of the Meeting of Thursday, May 12, 2005 stands approved. The next order of business is requests for leave of absence, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. There are no requests for leaves of absence on the part of the majority.
The Chair thanks the Councilwoman. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Madam President. On behalf of the Republicans there Stated - 5/19/05 are no requests for leaves of absence.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair will dispense with the regular order of business to recognize the guests and visitors joining us in chambers this morning. On behalf of all members of City Council, I welcome you to our Council session. We appreciate your taking the time to join us as we attend to the legislative affairs of our city. We certainly invite you to come again. Councilwoman Blackwell, is your guest here to receive the proclamation?
I asked them to come over. They'll be here momentarily. They're only right across the street. Sorry, Madam president. I told them about 11:00.
Okay. I think, in order to save time, I would like to continue on with the calendar. Once they arrive, we can recognize them. Stated - 5/19/05
The next order of business is communications. The Chair requests that the sergeant-at-arms deliver the messages from the Mayor to the Chief Clerk. The Chief Clerk will please read the messages from the Mayor.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia: I am pleased to advise you that on May 19, 2005, I signed all the bills that were passed by Council at its session on May 5, 2005. And I am transmitting for the consideration of your honorable body an ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled zoning and planning, by amending Chapter 14-200 entitled residential districts, by adopting a new waterfront redevelopment district, under certain terms and conditions; and an ordinance amending Bill Number 040765 Stated - 5/19/05 entitled, an ordinance approving the fiscal year 2005 capital budget, providing for expenditures for capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works; and an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed bounded generally by 12th Street on the west, Wharton Street on the north, 11th Street on the east and Reed Street on the south; and an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed located on the east side of University Avenue between Guardian Drive and Curie Boulevard; and an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner on behalf of the city to enter into an agreement with the owners of the properties and their successors of 923 rear, units one, two and three South 2nd Street; and an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner on behalf of the city to enter into an agreement with Stated - 5/19/05 the owner of the property and his successors at 8550 Veree Road; and an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner on behalf of the city to enter into an agreement with the owner of the property and his successors at 2401 Walnut Street, under certain terms and conditions; and an ordinance granting permission to Marie Bontigao, owner of Tabula Rasa Cafe, owner of the property 944 North 2nd Street, to operate and maintain an open air sidewalk cafe; and an ordinance granting permission to Longacre Holdings, owner of the property 1509 Mifflin Street, to operate an maintain an open air sidewalk cafe at the northwest corner of Mifflin Street and Hicks Street.
Thank you. The messages will be printed in the Journal. The Chief Clerk will please read any other communications in her possession.
Thank you very much. Stated - 5/19/05 Councilwoman Blackwell, would you please call and find out if your guests are on their way.
At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell, who will present a resolution proclaiming May 8th through May 14th as Building Safety Week. And Councilwoman Brown will be joining Councilwoman Blackwell. Will Commissioner Robert Zabibli and those accompanying him please join the Councilwoman at the podium. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. Resolution proclaiming May 8 to 14, 2005, as Building Safety Week within the City of Philadelphia, and encouraging all citizens to participate in activities that improve building safety. Whereas, building safety affects Stated - 5/19/05 many aspects of American life. Thanks in large part to the work of building safety and fire prevention officials working together, we enjoy the comfort of structures that safe and sound; And whereas, countless lives have been saved through the adoption and enforcement of building safety codes by local and state agencies. Dedicated members of the International Code Council, including code officials, architects, engineers and other construction professionals, work diligently to develop and enforce codes that safeguard all of us in buildings where we live, work, play and learn. The City of Philadelphia which is an active participant in this Code Council has adopted the international codes, the most widely used building and safety and fire prevention codes in the nation. In addition to the adoption of the international code, the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code became effective April 9, Stated - 5/19/05 2004; and whereas, City Council recognized the Department of Licenses and Inspection -and we thank them for all they do -- for the recent licensing and permitting reforms, it developed in collaboration with the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council, to substantially improve code compliance and enforcement activities, for the purpose of promoting public health and safety in our city's construction industry. And whereas, Building Safety Week, sponsored by the International Code Council Foundation, is a wonderful opportunity to educate the public and increase awareness of the role of safety and fire officials, local building departments and federal officials play in the first line of defense in protecting the public; and...
Whereas, this year's theme, quote, making homes, schools and workplaces safer together, end quote, encourages all Americans to increase their awareness of building safety, and to take appropriate steps to ensure that the places Stated - 5/19/05 where we live, work and play are safe. And whereas, during Building Safety Week and throughout the year, this Council urges all Philadelphians to consider projects to improve building safety at home and in the community, and to recognize the local building safety and fire prevention officials in the important role that they play in public safety. Now, therefore, resolved by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that it has proclaimed May 8 through May 14, 2005, as Building Safety Week within the City of Philadelphia, and encourages all citizens to participate in activities that improve building safety. And further resolved, that an engrossed copy be given to the Department of Licenses and Inspection as evidence of this body's sincere appreciation in promoting building safety. Signed by the President of City Council, our own Anna C. Verna, introduced by colleagues Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell and Stated - 5/19/05 Blondell Reynolds Brown, and sponsored by all members of the Philadelphia City Council. Congratulations. (Applause.)
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Commissioner Zabibli for remarks. COMMISSIONER ZABIBLI: Good morning. I want to thank everyone here for honoring the men and women in the department. And we're there. It's a tough job, but safety is the foremost reason for our existence. And we take it seriously. And we thank you for recognizing that today. Thank you. (Applause.)
Council will be at ease. The next order of business is the introduction of bills and resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for a motion.
Thank you, Madam President. Stated - 5/19/05 Thanks for permitting that resolution to be heard today. Madam President, I move that the rules of Council be suspended in order to permit the immediate consideration of resolutions at their time of introduction. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit immediate consideration of resolutions at the time of introduction. All in favor of the motion will please say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the motion carries. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney. (No response.) Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. Today I introduce eight bills and six resolutions.
Councilwoman, are you adding to what you had said originally? I think I had seven bills and five resolutions.
I'm sorry, Madam President. More came up. So, I have eight bills and six resolutions.
The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, Section 9-602, entitled outdoor advertising, by amending the requirements for obtaining the conditions for issuance of license, including Stated - 5/19/05 the applicable fees imposing safety requirements and increasing penalties.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, finances, taxes and collections, by creating a new Chapter 19-3400 entitled, excise tax on outdoor advertising transactions.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to purchase properties located 1627 to 33 South 49th Street.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance amending Chapter 19-1200 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, parking tax, to provide for a Stated - 5/19/05 tax on valet parking transactions, under certain terms and conditions.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed conveying fee simple title to certain tract of City-owned land located on the east side of University Avenue between Guardian Drive and Curie Boulevard.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance granting permission to Longacre Holdings, owner of the property 1509 Mifflin Street, to operate and maintain an open air sidewalk cafe.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. Stated - 5/19/05
And an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner on behalf of the City of Philadelphia to enter into an agreement with the owner of the property and his successors at 2401 Walnut Street.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And a ordinance to amend the Philadelphia zoning maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded -- generally bounded by Oregon Avenue, 20th Street and the Walt Whitman Bridge.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority deeds located in the 36th ward of the City of Philadelphia.
The Chair Stated - 5/19/05 recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Mantua Urban Renewal Area.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the 44th and Aspen Urban Renewal Area.
The Chair Stated - 5/19/05 recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Mantua Urban Renewal Area.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will please say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution approving the actions of the Board of the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation and the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to sell parcel A-22 located at 70th Street and Halston Avenue, Eastwick Urban Renewal Area.
The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the city deeds located in the 6th and 24th wards of the City of Philadelphia.
Again the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Cohen. Stated - 5/19/05
Madam President, on behalf of the city administration, I offer two bills and one resolution.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance amending Title 20 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, officers and employees, by adding a new chapter entitled lobbying, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, creating and empowering a board of ethics, as approved by resolution of City Council.
This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. Stated - 5/19/05
And a resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, creating and empowering a new board of ethics, and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
This resolution will also be referred to the appropriate committee. Does anyone have bills to be introduced for Councilwoman Krajewski? All right. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kelly, for the purpose of introducing bills for Councilwoman Krajewski.
I offer five bills on behalf of Councilwoman Krajewski.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia zoning maps, by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Delaware Avenue, Tacony Bridge, Eldridge Street and Stated - 5/19/05 the New State Road and Huron Avenue.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia maps, by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Thompson Street, Arson Road, Edgemont Street, Juliana Street, Solomon Street, Berkshire Street and Richman Street.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia zoning maps, by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land, located within an area bounded by State Road, former Rhawn Street, the Delaware River and Bleigh Avenue.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance Stated - 5/19/05 amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled zoning and planning, by amending Chapter 14-200 entitled, residential districts, by adopting a new Chapter 14-216 entitled, Waterfront Redevelopment District.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia zoning maps, by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by New State Road, Minor Street, Princeton Avenue, the Delaware River and Huron Avenue.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Mariano.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Stated - 5/19/05 Tasco.
Madam President, I offer one bill and three resolutions.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Bill Number 040765 entitled, an ordinance approving the fiscal year 2005 capital budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And a resolution declaring June 16, 2005 as Tammy Terrell day.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has Stated - 5/19/05 been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution declaring June 3, 2005 as Safe Night Philadelphia Day.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution declaring May 28 to 30, 2005 Cherokee Heritage Weekend, in celebration of the 12th annual Cherokee Indian festival.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will signify by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes Stated - 5/19/05 have it, and the resolution is adopted.
Thank you, Madam President. Today I have no bills or resolutions.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter for introduction of bills and resolutions.
You want me to bypass you. Okay. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.
Thank you, Madam President. I offer no bills or resolutions this morning.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Ramos.
Madam President, I offer one bill on behalf of the administration.
The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the bill.
An ordinance amending Title 22 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled Public Employees Retirement Code, by amending various provisions to prohibit rehiring retirees who had retired out of D.R.O.P., and to allow certain transfer payments for purchase of service to provide certain retroactive effective dates.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Stated - 5/19/05 DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Thank you, Madam President. Earlier I indicated I had two resolutions. It will only be one resolution and four bills.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.
An ordinance granting permission to Marie Bontigao, owner of Tabula Rasa Cafe, tenant of the property located at 944 North 2nd Street, to operate and maintain an open air sidewalk cafe.
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner on behalf of the city to enter into an agreement with the owners of the properties and the successors at 923 rear units one, two and three South 2nd Street.
This bill Stated - 5/19/05 will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development a deed conveying for nominal consideration fee simple title to three adjacent parcels bounded generally by 12th Street on the west, Wharton Street on the north, 11th Street on the east, and Reed Street on the south.
This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.
And an ordinance authorizing The Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to file an application with the Office of the Budget, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, under the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program in an amount not to exceed $1 million to assist in the construction of a new rehearsal facility for the Rock School of Ballet. Stated - 5/19/05
The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia deeds located in the 31st ward of the City of Philadelphia.
The Chair recognizes Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption of the resolution.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke. Is anyone introducing anything for Councilman Clarke? The Chair recognizes Councilman Kelly.
Madam President, I offer one bill on behalf of Councilman Clarke.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the Stated - 5/19/05 title of the relation.
A resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Model Cities Urban Renewal Area.
Move for the adoption. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Councilman Kelly, do you have any bills or resolutions on your behalf?
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo.
Thank you. Again, I'm going to recognize Councilman Nutter for the introduction of any bills or resolutions he may have.
Thank you, Madam President. I offer two privilege resolutions.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first resolution.
A resolution urging Stated - 5/19/05 the Pennsylvania United States Senators and Congressional delegation to oppose the proposed cut in federal funding for adult basic and literacy education and the Everstart Program.
I move the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted.
And a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Stated - 5/19/05 Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority deeds located in the 4th ward of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you, Madam President. I move the adoption of the resolution. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will please say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. The next order of business is reports from committees. Councilman Cohen, would you like Stated - 5/19/05 Councilman Kenney to submit the report from the Committee on Law and Government?
Thank you, Madam President. On behalf of Councilman Cohen, the Chairman, the Committee on Law and Government reports one resolution with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia: The Committee on Law and Government to which was referred Resolution Number 050428 entitled, a resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to city leases, contracts, concessions, and the provision of financial assistance, and providing for the submission Stated - 5/19/05 of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia, respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached resolution to Council with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. Resolution Number 050428 will be placed on our final passage calendar for our next session of Council. The next order of business is the consideration of the calendar. There are no bills on our first reading calendar at this time. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for the purpose of calling up bills on the second reading and final passage calendar.
Thank you, Madam President. Today Bill Number 050166, Resolution Number -
I'm sorry, Councilwoman. What page is that on, please? Did you say 050166? Stated - 5/19/05
Yes. , second from the bottom. That is being called up for second reading and final passage. The resolution at the bottom of the same page, 050429, is being called up for second reading and final passage. And two bills are being amended. The one at the top of , 040772-A, and also the amendment on , 050301 is being amended. All other bills and resolutions are being held.
Councilman Nutter, what was your position, sir, on Bill Number 050071?
They told us they wanted to hold it, but of course it's his choice if he changed his mind.
I think earlier it was okay. Was a later request Stated - 5/19/05 made to hold?
Very well. Bill Number 050071 will be held. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill Number... I was just informed by the sponsor of Bill Number 040771 -that's on -- that he will be offering an amendment to that bill. I would ask the Chief Clerk to please read the title of Bill Number 040772-A.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, contracts and procurement, by adding provisions regulating the process by which the city awards professional services -service contracts and other non-competitive bid contracts, and prohibiting persons from entering into such contracts or from receiving city financial assistance if they or certain related parties have made certain contributions to elected city offices or candidates for city offices, all under Stated - 5/19/05 certain terms and conditions.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter.
Thank you, Madam President. This bill is being called up for amendment purposes. But before speaking on those, I wish to thank my colleagues for their continued interest in this particular issue, for raising questions that needed to be raised, so that we could try to accomplish what we're trying to accomplish, while at the same time not having unintended consequences or negative impact. And specifically, the proposed amendments today, again working with yourself, Madam President, Councilwoman Tasco, Councilman Clarke, and a number of other members and their advice and guidance, the amendments seek to remove any question or any concern with regard to our critically important social service network and the non-profit organizations that contract with Stated - 5/19/05 the city, as well as putting back the provisions with regard to contracting procedures involving city-related agencies. For that I also want to commend the Law Department and our own staff for making sure that in both the Charter resolution, as well as in this Bill 040772-A, the appropriate language is put into place to make sure that those provisions work as they're intended as well. Those are the major features. These amendments have been circulated. And I would ask my colleagues for their support in amending Bill 040772-A, with the circulated amendments. Thank you, Madam President.
I guess that would be nice. I move the adoption of the amendments to Bill 040772-A. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second. Stated - 5/19/05
It has been moved and properly seconded that the amendments proposed by Councilman Nutter be adopted. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the amendment is adopted. The next bill to be called for consideration is Bill Number 040771, on . Councilman Nutter, that's your bill.
Thank you, Madam President. First, I want to apologize to the President and the members. Madam President, can I ask that we come back to this bill? I have to have a discussion with Councilman Clarke. I inadvertently said that this bill was not coming up today. That was a mistake. This bill is the ballot question Stated - 5/19/05 related to the Charter proposal that just came out of the Law and Government Committee. It was originally written such that the question would be on the ballot in May. Of course, that did not happen. Therefore, an amendment needs to be made to this bill in order to enable it to be on the ballot in November, should it be approved. That's an amendment that needs to be made, but I need to have a further consultation with my colleague and also circulate that particular amendment. I apologize for the error.
And you will do that at the completion of the calendar.
I believe the next bill to be called for consideration is Bill Number 050301.
An ordinance amending Stated - 5/19/05 Title 20 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, officers and employees, by amending the provisions relating to campaign contributions and expenditures, relating to, included but not limited to the District Attorney, City Controller, Register of Wills, Sheriff, Clerk of Quarter Sessions, Court and City Commissioners.
Thank you, Madam President. I have an amendment on behalf of myself and Councilman Nutter to Bill Number 050301. It's been circulated. I'd like to explain , which is an amendment I was going to introduce today, but in light of what was done just recently in the Law and Government Committee to the bill that was just discussed, 040772-A, I want to make sure the two bills are consistent, which we tried to do all along. So, let me -- Councilman Nutter will Stated - 5/19/05 explain of the amendments because it involves the other bill. Let me just explain which is my amendment, my part of the amendment. This bill, just to refresh everyone, would place the District Attorney, City Controller and row offices under the same campaign finance regulations which have been enacted for the Mayor and City Council. The dollar limits vary by office. The bill would become effective upon signing by the Mayor. The amendment clarifies the status of funds already raised in the 2005 campaigns for District Attorney and City Controller. Under this amendment, contributions made before the bill becomes law will not be considered in determining compliance with the contribution limits established in the bill. So, it would be going forward in this election.
Excuse me, Councilman. I don't mean to interrupt you. Was the copy of the amendment circulated? Stated - 5/19/05 Because I don't have a copy.
Yes, it was; just recently. We're waiting for the text of the pay to play amendment.
Does everyone have a copy? Thank you. I'm sorry, Councilman. I didn't mean to interrupt you, but I couldn't follow what you were...
I think the amendment on which is to have consistency between the two bills as they're moving through Council dealing with contribution limits, one on no bid -involving no bid contracts and one just involving elected officials. I would defer to Councilman Nutter to explain it. I believe they're pretty straightforward.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter.
Thank you, Madam Stated - 5/19/05 President. Councilman O'Neill is correct. The amendments that we have made to Bill 040772-A involve a variety of matters, but also for consistency purposes, the dollar amount limitation for individuals would be $2500 per year. We wanted to make sure that there was consistency between for the moment what is now Bill 040772-A and Bill 050301. In addition -- And this, again, working in concert with a variety of members, but specifically Councilwoman Tasco, when you look at federal limits, you will also notice in their legislation there are provisions with regard to what are generally referred to as either adjustments, automatic adjustments. And so, we have mirrored to some extent the federal formula involving the maximum amount that could be contributed either by an individual or by a political action committee or partnership or business, such that there will be an every four-year review based on the C.P.I.U. Stated - 5/19/05 That's a consumers all items index for Philadelphia, as determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That's what this proposed amendment to Bill 050301 does, and it is consistent with the provisions of Bill 040772-A. I could keep talking about some other matters or...
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill, I assume, for a motion.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that proposed amendment to Bill 050301 be approved. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and seconded that the amendment be approved. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the motion carries. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill Number 050166.
An ordinance amending the ordinance of April 22, 1975, Bill Number 1796, establishing the prison industrial revolving fund and providing for the administration thereof, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.
Aye. The ayes are 15. The nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. The next bill to be called for consideration is Bill Number 050429.
A resolution memorializing Council's intent not to authorize the issuance of debt by the city or any other agency unless the sale of bonds and the selection of bond firms and professionals is conducted under a transparent process that seeks the selection of the most qualified firms and professionals at the best possible prices.
This bill having been read on two different days... Stated - 5/19/05 Oh, I'm sorry, it is a resolution. Councilman Clarke, your light is on. Did you want to be recognized?
Yes, Madam President. Madam President, I just wanted to speak briefly on the resolution.
Thank you. Madam President, while I believe I understand the intent of this particular resolution and probably support the intent, I do have some concerns, as it relates to my vote, essentially memorializing Council's intent. Intent is a somewhat catchy word. I do want to say for the record that there could potentially be a bond transaction that needs to happen in a timely matter. So, I'm somewhat concerned about voting for something that, although technically not limiting my ability to vote on any potential bond transaction, but it Stated - 5/19/05 sends a signal that I personally will not in fact vote for that if I vote for this resolution. So I say that with reservation. And I don't know if the sponsor wants to speak of that -- respond to that. I'm just a little concerned about... I don't think I'm -- To my knowledge, I don't think we've ever done anything like this. Sponsor.
The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney for a point of order.
Sorry to interrupt. Please record my vote as being aye on 050166.
The record will so reflect that Councilman Kenney is voting aye on Bill Number 050166. Councilman Nutter, are you going to be responding to Councilman Clarke's concerns?
I, likewise, because generally this comes through the Finance Committee... I likewise would have liked to have more discussion. It didn't come through the Finance Committee as it usually does. It was circulated. And a lot of people just weren't aware. We've had some general airport discussion and bond discussion about what we want to do. But it does... You know, life's a little -- We have enough to do. It just makes it a little easier if we're given more information and issues like this are certainly discussed with us. And I would have liked to have shared it with the Finance Committee as well. Thank you.
Thank you, Madam President. Unfortunately, I did not hear the beginning of Councilman Clarke's comments but I think I have a pretty good idea, and we did have a chance to chat. Stated - 5/19/05 I think what should be made clear here is that this is a resolution that expresses a particular sentiment, if you will, although somewhat specific in the sentiment, about the kind of process that the Council would like to see. I think, if I heard the Councilman correctly, he is going to, as all of us will, he is going to reserve his absolute right to vote for or against a bill if one is presented at that time in either a committee process or certainly when it reaches the full calendar, the Council calendar and the full body, notwithstanding anything in this resolution. But I think it is in the form of, at a minimum, laying out a process, starting a discussion at a very serious level. There is an opportunity, of course, for the Mayor to respond with either an executive order or a piece of legislation. Because of the subject matter, I'm sure my colleagues will remember that is why this resolution was introduced last Thursday, Stated - 5/19/05 in order to give members certainly some decent amount of time to review the matter. Having said that, I mean, I, you know, would call for the adoption of the resolution. And the members will, you know, vote in accordance with how they want to vote.
I'm sorry. Do you want to be recognized, Councilman Clarke? Your light's not on, for some reason.
Madam President, for the moment I'll withdraw the motion, if Councilman O'Neill would agree to withdraw it in a second. I didn't realize Councilman Clarke was coming back.
I know. And his name is not being reflected on the screen here.
The Chair Stated - 5/19/05 recognizes Councilman Clarke.
Yeah. Additionally, Madam President, as it relates to any introduction of a potential bond transaction, although understanding that this is, in fact, a resolution that's not binding. Earlier I mentioned the fact that there could be something that was pressing that we may need to do. Introductions of such bonds tend to go through the Council President's office and introduced by the majority leader. And I'm not sure that this particular resolution covers that. If there is something that we would not in fact introduce it, even if it was something that was pressing, something that people feel there's a consensus that we need to act upon. I'm a little concerned about that also. Therefore, not even allow me to have an opportunity to vote on a transaction, a transaction that potentially everyone could -- could agree with. That's another thing I'm a little concerned about. Stated - 5/19/05
Just a moment please. I think Councilman Clarke is speaking and I'd like him to finish.
I'm not sure... You know, traditionally the process on ordinances of this type traditionally go through the Council President's office and more often than not is introduced by the majority leader on her behalf. My concern that... And I'm not -It doesn't clearly spell out the details of that particular process, the introduction. It talks about us not addressing it. And I'm concerned that if there is in fact something that there's a clear consensus that we need to do, that that particular bill wouldn't even get introduced until the Mayor lays out whatever executive order that he so sees fit, because at the end of the day it's his prerogative, that that bill wouldn't even be introduced. I'm a Stated - 5/19/05 little concerned about that, that this executive order that the Mayor, you know, ultimately has a determination as to what it is he would do. I don't want to tie our hands as a Council. And we need to do something in a timely manner.
Councilman Nutter, a Councilwoman wants to be recognized. So, if you don't mind I would like to recognize her, and you would be able to address the concerns of the Council members at one time. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Madam President. If all those who sponsored this are in support of the bill, you already have nine votes. I'm only asking because some of us have not read it, if you could wait until next week. So I mean, it's apparent if those who are listed as co-sponsors this morning, that you have the votes. So that's not the Stated - 5/19/05 issue. We'd just like to review it, which is different from what Councilman Clarke is saying. But that's my concern, if you'd be willing to hold it up for a week and vote on it next week.
The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney. Do you have...
Just a point of information relative to Councilman Clarke's position. Doesn't the power of the Presidency currently have that ability, to hold a bond issue if he or she, whoever the President is, decided that they didn't want to have it introduced? Regardless of whether or not this resolution is acted upon or voted favorably, Council President could refuse to introduce the legislation or the Chairman or Chairperson of the Finance Committee, upon receipt of that ordinance or bond ordinance from the Council President, could refuse to schedule a hearing in a timely fashion. I mean, those prerogatives exist Stated - 5/19/05 today without the resolution. That could be held up for a number of different reasons. Thank you.
I agree. So, I guess I'm -- I would then respond, why do we need the resolution?
Well, Councilman, I'm sure Councilman Nutter could explain the resolution. But I mean, I don't think it does anything to change -materially change what the procedure of this Council is. It just gives in many ways the sentiment of the Council on how we should proceed in the future, as opposed to how we've proceeded the past on doing bond -- on awarding bond contracts.
Thank you, Madam Stated - 5/19/05 President. I appreciate the sincere comments of my colleagues, Councilman Clarke, majority leader Blackwell and Councilman Kenney. Let me try, at least, to articulate that. The sum and substance of this particular resolution, I think, is found very simply in Section 3 which talks about the process. The sole purpose and intent of this resolution is to talk about the process of how the administration conducts the issuance of debt and the selection of the professionals to participate in that process, all of which today takes place away from this body, which is fine. This resolution does not in any way, shape or form change our process and what we do when a bill comes up to the President. It's almost always transmitted to the majority leader, and we go through our normal process, as required by the Home Rule Charter. All this resolution says is, before Stated - 5/19/05 it comes to us, the issuance of debt, the selection of professionals should be conducted in a certain fashion. That is all it says. It does not interfere with the normal transactions between the receipt by the President, going to the majority leader, ultimately, again in most cases, being referred to the Committee on Finance. It is not disruptive of the Council process. It lays out a process for the administration in how they put these deals together. Having said that, based on the majority leader's suggestion, and if members do require additional time, I don't see any harm -- And other members will speak for themselves. I don't see any particular harm in holding for a week. But I think, again, it should be very clear that this only affects the process of how these deals are put together which is a process that generally the members are not involved in in the first place. Stated - 5/19/05 What we do and how we do it is not a subject matter specifically as it relates to this resolution. Thank you, Madam President.
You're welcome. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Madam President. I have no problem if the sponsor holds the bill. But I think it's actually trying to be more fair to the administration, if the bill's going to come here and people are not going to vote for it, that there be a forewarning that the administration be placed on notice that if these deals are not bid -And obviously, there's always arguments for extraordinary circumstances, and we can deal with them when they come up. But I'd rather be in a position where I'm voting for this now rather than later, saying, I don't want to vote for this Stated - 5/19/05 bill in committee or I don't want to vote for it on final passage because of the no-bid or bid issue involved with bond issues. Thank you.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.
Madam, thank you Madam President. Madam President, I just want to thank the sponsor for the explanation.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.
Thank you, Madam President. I believe Councilman Nutter is holding the resolution. If the decision has not been made, I just wanted to clarify for the record that it is a resolution. I'm a sponsor of the resolution. My understanding of the resolution is that it is non-binding. It's the Stated - 5/19/05 beginning of a discussion on a policy matter that we will probably take up in some formal way, but any action we take today may be formal but non-binding.
And I appreciate Councilman Goode's comments, which I think are, you know, again, kind of the critical aspect here. It is merely expressing the sentiment of the body, in terms of what a process should look like. It provides maximum flexibility for the Mayor in this particular regard. But I do think in whatever context we want to view these matters, it is critically important continually that this body express its view on these kinds of matters. We have other legislation moving through this chamber. And because it's non-binding, you know, and it has been sitting for some time, I don't -- I mean, I'm not completely clear Stated - 5/19/05 on what the -- what the issue is. Hopefully he'll tell me if I'm wrong. Hopefully I've sought to address the concerns expressed by Councilman Clarke. I don't know if there are any others. And again, it certainly does not take away anyone in this chamber's right to vote how they want to vote, if there were a matter in front of us. To the best of my knowledge, I don't think there is a matter in front of us, and -- in terms of any debt offering. And if it was not done in accordance with this, there would be no harm to that -- to that piece of legislation. So, I mean, I'm not exactly sure what the -- what the big issue is. I think every opportunity this Council has to take to address many of these concerns, and again, at least lay out a framework and a process for taking action, does not mean -- You know, this is not part of the Ten Commandments. I mean, there are certainly Stated - 5/19/05 opportunities to make change. And what would be better is, at least from my perspective as a legislator, if a bill came in, but the Mayor obviously has the right under the Home Rule Charter to issue an executive order if he wants to use some of these components, not use some of the components, take advice from the 21st Century Review Forum or others who are experts in the area, you know, that should be more than fine. I mean, you know, I am a little hard pressed after the discussion and again with Councilman Goode reminding us for probably the third or fourth time, it is a resolution. And we express our sentiment in many different ways virtually every week here in this chamber.
Thank you, Madam President. Madam President, again, you know, I thank the sponsor for his explanation. And it was not my intent to make a big deal of Stated - 5/19/05 it. I just simply asked for an explanation about the resolution and the intent of the resolution. Thank you.
Okay. Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter. (No response.)
I thank you. I thank the sponsor for being willing to hold it one week. I don't think the world will change so much, but I thank him. And I think that's -- that will be satisfactory, and we can move on. Thank you, Councilman.
Thank you, Madam President. I do appreciate the majority leader's comments. And given that I have made the previous statement about this, with Stated - 5/19/05 reluctance I will hold. But I do want to make sure that given all of this discussion and whatever else might ensue in the course of the week, I want at least some sense of commitment, you know, by the members that, whether it's up or down, that there is at least the opportunity for a vote. Because I don't know what else we could explore or examine or what's going -what is going to change in the course of the week, but I do want a vote on this particular matter. And I'd like to have it next week, notwithstanding whatever other issues may arise. I mean, are we at the end of the calendar?
Yes. Well, we've -- I believe we have one other of your bills to consider. You had asked us to speak at the time. It's Bill Number 040771.
What I would ask, Madam President, is, I know that we're -- when we finish the calendar we're going to recess this session, go into budget. Stated - 5/19/05 I'd at least like to reserve the opportunity to talk with the majority leader. We will, you know, probably be together for a little while today. And we will come back into a Council session. This resolution is still on the calendar. And I'd like to have the opportunity for further discussion, and the prospect of later in the session taking action on this particular matter. But I need to have an opportunity for discussion with the majority leader.
I certainly have no objection. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.
Madam President, this is a non-binding resolution. I think discussion has gone too far. This matter is of greater importance to discuss here today. So, I'm going to withdraw myself as a sponsor of the resolution.
Yes. And you're going to hold 050429 until the conclusion of today's session?
Okay. All right. I would ask the Chief Clerk to once again read Bill Number 040771.
An ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of a proposal set forth and a resolution approved by Council proposing amendment of the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to city leases, contracts, concessions and the provision of Stated - 5/19/05 financial assistance, fixing the date of a special election for such purpose, prescribing the former ballot question to be voted on, and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
Thank you. This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is, shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.
The Chair recognizes Councilman Nutter. Stated - 5/19/05
Thank you, Madam President. Madam President, this is the bill that was called up earlier. I had inadvertently asked that it be held. This is connected to the contract reform, Bill 040772 and the Charter resolution that came through the Law and Government Committee this morning. This resolution -- This bill needs an amendment to the dates involving the ballot question. The bill originally was written such that the ballot question would be on the May 17, 2005 ballot. The amendments are to change the date to November 8, 2005, and change the resolution that goes with it to 050428. Those are the only amendments to this bill. And I'd move the adoption of the amendments. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PESON: Second.
It has been moved and seconded that the amendments as submitted by Councilman Nutter be adopted. All in favor will indicate by saying Stated - 5/19/05 aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the amendments have been adopted. That concludes our calendar for today. This Council will stand in recess until the completion of the meeting of the Committee of the Whole which will resume immediately. I would ask all Council members to please remain in chambers so that we may complete the meeting of the Committee of the Whole. And if anyone wants to suggest a ten-minute recess, I'd be more than happy to engage it. So, we will reconvene in ten minutes. Thank you. (Recessed at 12:00 noon.) (Reconvened at 5:15 p.m.)
This was a Stated - 5/19/05 continued Council session that was recessed earlier today and is now being reconvened. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for a motion.
Is this regarding my Committee of the Whole report? No? Or is this regarding hearing -
This is a motion to spend the rules for additional reports from committees.
Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit additional reports to be received at this time.
Okay. It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended, as to permit additional reports from committees and to allow first reading at this time. All in favor will signify by saying aye. (Chorus of "ayes.") Stated - 5/19/05
The ayes have it, and the motion carries. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell for a report from the Committee of the Whole.
Thank you, Madam President. The Committee of the Whole reports out two bills with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia: The Committee of the Whole to which was referred Bill Number 050190, entitled: An ordinance dissolving the Networks Tax Increment Financing District, being the area generally bounded by 16th Street on the west, Stated - 5/19/05 Spring Garden Street on the north, Hamilton Street on the south and 15th Street on the east; and Bill Number 050236, entitled: An ordinance dissolving the 1600 North Broad Tax Increment Financing District, and creating the Avenue North Tax Increment Financing District, being the approximately three acre site at 1600 to 36 North Broad Street, generally bounded by Cecil B. Moore Avenue on the north, Broad Street on the east, Oxford Street on the south, and Carlisle Street on the west, respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same, and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The bills just read will be placed on the first reading calendar for our next session of Council. The Chair now recognizes Councilman Clarke for a report from the Committee on Rules.
Madam President, the Committee on Rules reports two bills with Stated - 5/19/05 a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia: The Committee on Rules, to which was referred Bill Number 050215, entitled: An ordinance approving the second amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the 44th and Aspen Urban Renewal Area, being the area generally bounded by Lancaster Avenue, Bellmont Avenue, Pennsgrove Street, 42nd Street, Haverford Avenue, 44th Street, Fairmount Avenue and 47th Street; and Bill Number 050229, entitled: An ordinance approving the 12th amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Mantua Urban Renewal Area, being the area beginning at the intersection of 40th Street and Spring Garden Street, including the Ninth Amendment to the urban renewal plan, respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable Stated - 5/19/05 recommendation.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.
Madam President, I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills Number 050215, 050229. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second.
It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Numbers 050215 and 050229. All in favor will please say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
The ayes have it, and the motion carries. I would ask the Chief Clerk to please read the bills on the first reading Stated - 5/19/05 calendar.
Bill Number 050215, an ordinance approving the second amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the 44th and Aspen Urban Renewal Area, being the area generally bounded by Lancaster Avenue, Bellmont Avenue, Pennsgrove Street, 42nd Street, Haverford Avenue, 44th Street, Fairmount Avenue and 47th Street, including the second amendment to the urban renewal plan and the relocation plan.
And Bill Number 050229, an ordinance approving the 12th amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Mantua Urban Renewal Area, being the area beginning at the intersection of 40th Street and Spring Garden Street, including the ninth amendment to the urban renewal plan and the relocation plan as amended.
The Chair agrees. The bills just read by the clerk Stated - 5/19/05 will be placed on the second reading and final passage calendar for our next Council session. That completes our first reading calendar, and concludes our business for the day. I would hope nobody has any speeches. (Laughter.)
Would anybody care to be recognized? (No response.)
Thank you. The Chair is delighted to recognize Councilwoman Tasco for a motion, motion to adjourn.
Motion to adjourn. I move that Council stand adjourned until Thursday...
At 10:00 a.m. UNIDENTIFIED COUNCIL PERSON: Second. Stated - 5/19/05
It has been moved and properly seconded that Council stand adjourned until Thursday, May 26th at 10:00 a.m. All in favor will say aye. (Chorus of "ayes.")
Just a minute. When is the Committee of the Whole coming back?
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