Stated Meeting, November 13, 2025

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thursday, November 13, 2025 10:00 a.m. PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT KENYATTA JOHNSON COUNCILWOMAN NINA AHMAD COUNCILWOMAN CINDY BASS COUNCILWOMAN KENDRA BROOKS COUNCILMAN MICHAEL DRISCOLL COUNCILWOMAN JAMIE GAUTHIER COUNCILWOMAN KATHERINE GILMORE RICHARDSON COUNCILMAN JIM HARRITY COUNCILMAN CURTIS J. JONES, JR. COUNCILWOMAN RUE LANDAU COUNCILWOMAN QUETCY M. LOZADA COUNCILMAN NICOLAS O'ROURKE COUNCILMAN ANTHONY PHILLIPS COUNCILMAN MARK SQUILLA COUNCILMAN ISAIAH THOMAS COUNCILMAN JEFFREY YOUNG, JR. ELIZABETH McCOLLUM NAZARIO, CHIEF CLERK

Members, please take your seats. Good morning, everyone. (Good morning.)

Good morning, everyone. (Good morning.)

I note that the hour has come, that a quorum of this Council is present. I'm asking for all visitors to please retire to the seats outside the rails. Please take all conversations outside of the Council chambers, and I'm asking all those present to please put your cell phones on silent and/or vibrate. I've had a chance to work with a variety of different members of the faith-based community and it's truly an honor give our invocation this morning, the Chair recognizes the outstanding, hardworking, inspiring, empowering, committed Bishop Dr. Michelle Simmons of the Church Done Different Worldwide and founded and Executive Director of Why Not Prosper. She is here today as a guest of Deputy Whip Councilmember Cindy Bass. I will ask all members and guests to please rise. (Councilmembers, guests and visitors rise.)

Good morning. Greetings, Council President. Thank you for the invitation, Councilwoman Bass, and to all the other bodies of government and community and community partners. Let us pray. It is written that if my by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then they will hear from heaven and God will heal the land. God, we're coming to you today for our city of Philadelphia. We're standing right now in this moment just appreciating you for your faithfulness to this city, God. And, Father God, as we're asking you to heal the land, we want to just step back and ask you to heal us individually, God. I know every day I wake up with one intention, God, and that is to make the world a better place. And I know my friends and colleagues and this body of government has that same desire. So, God, we're praying even now that you will meet us at that desire, God, and that you will give we need to move our city forward. God, Father God, and while you're supporting us individually, God, please make sure that you are clearing out and releasing stuff from us that's no longer serving us. Releasing wanting to do it for, you know, recognition, releasing wanting to do it for, you know, name and fame, God. But God, you call us to do this work, to take care of your people, God. And so we thank you. We thank you for this body of government, God, and we're praying for the resources to come down to this city from the north to south, the east and the west. God, we thank you that every application that's out amongst federal government, that it God, we thank you for that even now and we thank you, God, that this city is filled with love. O God, we thank you that this city is filled with joy. God, we thank you. God, that this government and this Mayor, God, they care about the people. God, as we are taking care of the homeless and taking care of the people that are hungry and taking care of the formerly incarcerated, God, you be our strength. God, you be our joy. God, you be that wisdom. God, and we love you for it. God, we know that this prayer I'm praying now, we're submitting it to you and we know it's going to find a great place, a special place in your heart. So we claim it done and we thank you in Jesus name. Amen. (Amen.)

Amen. The Chair thanks the Bishop for the invocation. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

The next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 30, 2025. The Chair recognizes Deputy Majority Whip Councilmember Cindy Bass.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 30, 2025 be approved. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 30, 2025 be approved. All those in favor indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the Journal is approved. The next order of business is the request for leave of absence. The Chair recognizes Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore Richardson.

On behalf of the Council, a leave of absence is requested for Councilmember Brian O'Neill.

The Chair thanks the is granted. The Chair now recognizes Councilmember Kendra Brooks.

Thank you, Council President. There are no requests for leave of absence from the Minority.

The Chair thanks the Councilmember. The Chair now recognizes Councilmember Majority Katherine Gilmore Richardson for a motion concerning certain legislative matters that may arise during the course of today's session of Council that were not listed in the Calendar circulated prior to today's Council session.

Thank you, Mr. President. that any of the following matters, if considered today, may be added to the agenda for this session of Council and, as required by law, subsequently published on an amended agenda after the consideration of those matters: resolutions authorizing hearings, amendments to bills on first reading, the reconsideration of a bill vetoed by or re-called from the Mayor, amendments to bills re-called from the Mayor, resolutions taking substantive action to be voted on in this session, a motion to withdraw a bill or resolution that is not on the Calendar, and a motion placing a bill or resolution on or returning a bill or resolution from the Suspension Calendar that is not listed on today's Calendar. The purpose of this to provide the public with notice concerning possible actions by Council that arose too late to be included on the Calendar that was published prior to today's session. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the legislative matters stated by Councilmember Majority Katherine Gilmore Richardson may be added to the agenda for today should those matters arise during the course of this session of Council. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.) COUNCIL PRESIDENT JOHNSON: The ayes have it and the motion carries. The Chair will dispense with the next 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 you taking the time to join us as we attend to the legislative affairs of our great city. We certainly invite you to come again. The Chair recognizes Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr.

Thank you, Mr. President. I have the honor and privilege of welcoming to this chamber award-winning film and TV producer and star Sixx Man, who won the Nelson Mandela Award for filmmaking and TV. Would you welcoming him to our chambers. (Applause.)

His latest film is going to be on Netflix so renew your subscriptions, and the name of that film is Jonesing. Thank you, Mr. President.

Thank you. Very well deserved honor. Thank you for joining us today, Sixx King. Give him another round of applause. (Applause.)

As there are no presentations today, the Chair recognizes Councilmember Isaiah Thomas.

Good morning, Council President. Good morning, colleagues. Good morning to the listening public. Today I'm introduc -

Member Thomas, Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

If anybody has any sidebar conversations, if you're a guest or you're even part of this body, we're going to ask for you to either quiet it down or please step out and have your conversation outside the chambers. It may seem like it's not noisy, but up here you hear everything that drowns out when members are trying to talk. And so, I just want to ask you just to respect the body and take your conversations outside the chambers. Chair recognizes Councilmember Isaiah Thomas.

Thank you again, Council President. Good morning, everybody. Today it's my honor and privilege to introduce a special guest who we're actually honoring in a resolution today. Today I have somebody who I consider a friend, somebody who grew up in the same church as myself and Councilmember Brooks and Councilmember Phillips, which is Triumph Baptist Church, one of my high school teammates, somebody who got a full scholarship, full academic scholarship to Bloomsburg University where he played football from 2002 to 2005. In 2006, he was a fourth round pick by the New Orleans Saints and he went on to play for the Saints, representing the City of Philadelphia still. Wound up champion, fourtime, First Team All Pro; Second Team All Pro; six-time Pro Bowler, NFL 2010's All-Decade Team, and so many more accolades that I'm not going to read them all. In 2010, he signed a contract at that time to be the highest paid offensive lineman in NFL history. And right now, he currently coaches with the New Orleans Saints, and his wife, who we can't forget, is a graduate of Girls High School. So if I didn't say that, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson will probably indict me. Jahri is here today with his agent Jerrold Colton. And last but not least, my personal favorite is that he is the younger brother of my labor liaison Carmella Green. Our special guest in City Council today is none other than Jahri Jerrold, can you stand so we can give you a round of applause please? (Applause.)

Thank you, Council President. Thank you for being here today.

You're welcome. You said Dr. Phillips at one time went to Triumph but now he's at Salem Baptist Church in the County?

You caught that, right, Council President. I didn't want to -- you know, as long as you caught it, Council President.

Unh-unh, the middle neighborhoods. As there are no presentations today, the next order The Chair requests the Sergeant-at-Arm deliver the messages from the Mayor to the Chief Clerk. Will the Chief Clerk please read the messages from the Mayor and any other communication in our possession.

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, I'm submitting herewith for the consideration of your honorable body the following proposed: An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Records and the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute a multiyear concession agreement with Ancestry.com in connection with the digitizing, indexing and public access and search of City of vital records, all under provision set forth in the concession agreement substantially as set forth in Exhibit A to this ordinance; and An ordinance authorizing transfers and appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025 from the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Water Residual Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund and the Transportation Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: The General Fund, the Water Fund, the Water Residual Fund, the Aviation Fund and the Transportation Fund all to certain or all city offices, departments, boards and commissions; and An ordinance authorizing and approving the execution and Agreement between The City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and The Philadelphia Energy Authority relating to the financing of the construction, equipping, installation and implementation of energy conservation improvements and other measures designed to reduce energy, water, wastewater, or other consumption or operating costs at specified properties owned or leased, and operated, by the City; approving the issuance by such Authority of bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness in one or more series to finance or refinance the costs of such project and authorizing and approving the obligation of the City to pay in full when due the Service Fee and other amounts payable under the Service Agreement; authorizing take certain actions required to issue such bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness; covenanting that the City will make necessary appropriations in each of the City’s fiscal years to provide for, and will make timely payments of, the Service Fee and other amounts due under the Service Agreement; and authorizing City officials to take other necessary or appropriate actions to effectuate the purposes of this Ordinance; all under certain terms and conditions; and A resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank a deed conveying title to 3830 Wallace Street, located in the 3rd Councilmanic District, pursuant to Commonwealth Land Bank Act. And I am pleased to advise you that on November 12, 2025 I signed the following bill which was passed by Council at its session on October 23, 2025: Bill No. 250654. And that on November 12, 2025, I signed the following bills which were passed by Council at its session on October 30, 2025: Bill Nos. 250572, 250577, 250722, 250800, 250802, 250803, 250808, 250810 and 250811, and that I'm hereby returning unsigned Bill No. 250773. There are no further communications in my possession, Council President.

Thank you very much. The message will be printed in the Journal. to the introductions of bills and resolutions, as I was acknowledging that Dr. Phillips went from Triumph Baptist Church to Salem Baptist Church out in the County I really didn't get a chance to again just thank us for having and acknowledging Jahri Evans as he goes and as we advocate on his behalf to be inducted to the NFL Hall of Fame. Let's give another round of applause, y'all. (Applause.)

I don't want to minimize that feat. And so, we're advocating and we will be fighting on your behalf to make that induction become a reality. Now, for the introduction of bills and resolutions, Councilmember Dr. Anthony Phillips.

Thank you, Council President. I have one bill for introduction today. And for the record, I was truly a Triumph boy. Went there every Sunday all until I was 21. You make me miss it, miss my church.

Thank you, Member Phillips. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the bill.

An ordinance amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated local contact and establishing penalties for noncompliance, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson.

Thank you, Mr. President. Today I offer one bill on your behalf and one privileged resolution.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the bill and resolution.

An ordinance authorizing and approving the execution of a delivery of a Service Agreement between the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia Energy Authority relating to the financing of the construction, equipping, installation and implementation of energy conservation improvements and other measures designed to reduce energy, water, wastewater or other consumption or operating costs that specify properties owned or leased and operated by the City; approving the issuance by such authority of bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness and one or more of a series to finance or refinance the cost of such project, and authorizing and approving the obligation of the City to pay in full when due the service fee and other amounts payable under the service agreement, authorizing certain City offices to take certain actions required to issue such bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness, covenanting that the City will make necessary appropriations in each of the City's fiscal years to provide for and will make timely payments of the service fee and other amounts due under the service agreement, and authorizing City officials to take other necessary or appropriate actions to effectuate the purposes of this ordinance, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a privileged resolution recognizing November 2025 as National Adoption Month in the City of Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Jamie Gauthier.

Good morning, Council President. Today I have one bill on your behalf and one non-privileged resolution.

Thank you very much. Chief Clerk, please read the bill and the resolution.

An ordinance regulating the direction of movement of traffic on certain portions of LeCount and Bambrey Streets, all under certain terms and conditions.

Thank you very much. This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a non-privileged resolution calling on the Pennsylvania State Senate to approve House Bill 504, the Community Energy Act, and the Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass this legislation to allow for the creation of community energy programs in Pennsylvania.

This resolution will be placed on the Final Passage Calendar for consideration at our next session of Council. The Chair recognizes Majority Whip Councilmember Isaiah Thomas.

Good morning again. I have one resolution. Thank you, Council President.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the privileged resolution.

A privileged resolution celebrating this year's homegrown talent, including Jahri Evans, Eddie George and Erik Williams, who have been nominated and are in consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. Chair recognizes Councilmember Curtis Jones, Jr.

Thank you, Mr. President. Today I offer five bills.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the titles of the bills.

An ordinance amending Section 14-503 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/NCA, Neighborhood Commercial Area Overlay District," by amending the East Falls Neighborhood Commercial Review Area, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

This 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 Eva Street, Dearnley Street, Flamingo Street, Hillside Avenue, Shaw Street, Wigard Avenue Extension, Umbria Street, Minerva Street and Shawmont Avenue.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Bryn Mawr Avenue, Wynnfield Avenue, Nevada Street and the SEPTA Railroad Right of Way.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts" by creating Section 14-545, entitled "/WFS, West Fairmount Sports Area Overlay District," all under certain terms and conditions.

This 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 Ridge Avenue, Sunset Avenue, Harner Street, Port Royal Avenue, Hagys Mill Road and Cathedral Road.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. Chair recognizes Councilmember Rue Landau.

Good morning, Council President, colleagues, the public. Today I have three privileged resolutions.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the titles of the resolutions.

A privileged resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of Asian Americans United (AAU) in the City of Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar.

And a privileged resolution honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Pierre Robert, a beloved and legendary Philadelphia WMMR Radio host and champion of Philadelphia's rock music scene.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar.

And a privileged resolution recognizing November 16, 2025 as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the City of Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes the birthday Councilmember Quetcy Lozada. Happy birthday.

Thank you, Council President and everyone. Today I offer one non-privileged resolution with you.

Thank you very much. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of the non-privileged resolution -- just one minute. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

My apologies, Council President. That is a privileged resolution.

It is a privileged resolution. Honoring and recognizing Danny Garcia on his retirement and celebrating his outstanding contributions to the City of Philadelphia and the 7th Councilmanic District.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar.

Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

Chair recognizes Councilmember Jeffrey Jay Young.

Thank you. Good morning, Mr. President. Today I offer one bill for introduction.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the bill.

An ordinance amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Services and Other Businesses" to add business hour restrictions in the 5th Councilmanic District, amending Section 14-529 The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District" to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. Chair recognizes Councilmember Kendra Brooks.

Thank you, Council President. I have one privileged resolution to introduce today.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the privileged resolution.

A privileged resolution recognizing Human Rights Day and celebrating abortion access as a human right.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. Chair recognizes Councilmember Jim Harrity.

Thank you, Council President. I have one privileged resolution co-introduced with me and Councilwoman Quetcy Lozada, the birthday girl.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the privileged resolution.

A privileged resolution recognizing November as National Restorative Justice Month and honoring the power of art, healing and community through the collaborative efforts of The Barnes Foundation, Mural Arts Philadelphia and Creative Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. Outstanding program too. Chair recognizes Councilmember Nicolas O'Rourke.

Thank you, Mr. President. I have one non-privileged resolution to introduce today.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the non-privileged resolution.

A non-privileged resolution urging the City of Philadelphia to make moral investments and weigh the threat that nuclear weapons pose to all of humanity and our environment in light of the Trump Administration's decision to restart testing of nuclear weapons and proposal to build a nuclear submarine right here in Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on the Final Passage Calendar for consideration at the next session of Council. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Mike Driscoll.

Morning, Mr. President. I have one privileged resolution today. COUNCIL PRESIDENT JOHNSON: Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the privileged resolution.

A privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Inspector Frank Bachmayer on the occasion of his retirement from the Philadelphia Police Department after 44 years of dedicated service.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. Chair recognizes Councilmember Bass.

Good morning, Mr. President. I offer one privileged -- two privileged resolutions and one bill. COUNCIL PRESIDENT JOHNSON: Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the privileged resolutions and two bills.

An ordinance amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct Activity" by adding a new section to impose a temporary moratorium on the breeding and transfer of puppies, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Nicole Fisher for her outstanding commitment to empowering Philadelphia's youth, promoting anti-violence initiatives and exemplifying leadership through faith, family and service.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee -- oh, this resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar.

And a privileged resolution honoring the courage and legacy of Ruby Bridges by recognizing November 14 as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in the City of Philadelphia.

This resolution will be placed on today's Final Passage Calendar. Chair recognizes Councilmember Dr. Nina Ahmad.

Thank you, Council President. Today I have one non-privileged resolution and one bill.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the bill and non-privileged resolution.

An ordinance amending Chapter 9-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fair Practices Ordinance Protections Against Unlawful Discrimination," to add protections against employment discriminations on the basis of human trafficking victim status, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to take swift and decisive action to pass House Bill 1286 as an effective measure to combat human trafficking in Pennsylvania.

This resolution will be placed on the Final Passage Calendar for consideration at the next session of Council. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

The next order of business is reports from the committees. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Cindy Bass for a report from the Committee on Rules.

Thank you, Mr. President. reports out six bills with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the report.

The Committee on Rules to which were referred the following bills: Bill No. 250831, an ordinance amending Section 14-602, of The Philadelphia code, entitled "Use Tables" by allowing basic utilities and service uses without a special exemption in certain special purpose districts, all under certain terms and conditions. Bill No. 250834, an ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning" to establish 7th District Overlay District, restrict make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions, respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation. Bill No. 250707, an ordinance amending Chapter 19-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Development Impact Tax" to clarify the exemption for rental housing projects, all under certain terms and conditions. Bill No. 250848, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chew Avenue, Church Lane and East Wister Street. Bill No. 250890, an ordinance amending Section 10-503 to prohibit the unlawful trading, theft and trafficking of catalytic converters and motor vehicle parts containing precious metals and to increase penalties, all under certain terms and conditions. Bill No. 250891, an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by North Sydenham Street, Venango Street, North Smedley Street and West Tioga Street, respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation. There are no further bills to report out from the Committee of Rules, Council President.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Cindy Bass for a motion.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended to permit first reading this day of the bills just read into the record by the Clerk. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so that to permit the consideration of these bills just read by the Chief Clerk at today's session of Council. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. These bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The Chair recognizes Councilman Mark Squilla for a report from the Committee on Commerce Economic Development.

Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee on Commerce and Economic Development reports two bills with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you very much. Will the Chief Clerk please read the report.

The Economic Development to which were referred the following bills: Bill No. 250916, an ordinance granting permission to Haverford Business Association to install and maintain encroachments in the nature of decorative lighting fixtures attached to existing facilities owned by the city or other entities, subject to owner's consent, all under certain terms and conditions, respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bill to Council with a favorable recommendation. And Bill No. 250888, an ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions" by adding a new chapter to prohibit third party arranging unauthorized restaurant reservations with food service establishments, and to provide for definitions, prohibited acts, penalties and enforcement, all under certain terms and conditions, respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bill to Council with a favorable recommendation. There are no further bills to report out from the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, Council President.

The Chair recognizes Councilmember Mark Squilla for a motion.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move the rules of to permit first reading this day of the bills just read into the record by the Chief Clerk. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit the consideration of these bills just read by the Chief Clerk at today's session of Council. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. These bills will be placed on our First Reading Chair recognizes Councilmember Dr. Nina Ahmad for a report from the Committee on Public Health and Human Services.

Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee on Public Health and Human Services reports out one bill with a favorable recommendation.

Will the Chief Clerk please read the report.

The Committee on Public Health and Human Services to which were referred the following bill: Bill No. 250849, an ordinance amending Chapter 9-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fair Practices Ordinance Protections Against Unlawful Discrimination" to discrimination on the basis of menstruation, perimenopause and menopause, all under certain terms and conditions, respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bill to Council with a favorable recommendation. There are no further bills to report out from the Committee on Public Health and Human Services, Council President.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Nina Ahmad for a motion.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended to permit first reading this day of the bill just read into the record by the (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit the consideration of this bill just read by the Chief Clerk at today's session of Council. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. These bills will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. Before we go to the consideration of the Calendar, we group of young future leaders who are joining us today from Cassidy Elementary School. I'm going to ask for them to stand and let's give them a real big round of applause. They are watching our government in action under the tutelage of Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr. The next order of business is the consideration of the Calendar. I note that the bills just reported from the committees with the suspension of the rules have been deemed to have had a first reading. These bills will be placed on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars for the next session of Council. As there are no additional bills on the First Reading Calendar, the Chair recognizes Majority Leader Gilmore a motion concerning the bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars.

Thank you, Mr. President. The following bills and resolutions are being called up from the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars today: Nos. 250963, 250967, 240873, 250493-A, 250830 and 250835. The following bills and resolutions on the Calendar are being held: 250303, 250963, 250967, 240873, 250534, 250646, 250648, 250708, 250709, 250721, 250771, 250804 and 250887. 250956 is being withdrawn.

Thank you very much. Before considering these bills and resolutions, we will consider public comment as follows: Your public comment must concern matters on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars for possible action at today's Council session. All speakers must sign up in order to testify. If you have not already signed up for today's session, please do so now by giving your name to Ms. Hasson at the table outside the rails on my left. Once you have signed up, you will be called in the order in which your name appears on the sign-up sheet. Under ideal circumstances, public commenters each will have three minutes to speak. However, this time limit may vary from session to session. Today the time limit will be two minutes. In order to be fair to all those requesting to speak, I intend to hold faithfully to the two-minute limit. When you begin speaking, you will see a green light on the podium. When there are 30 seconds remaining to your time, the light will turn yellow, which is your reminder to conclude your remarks. Once two minutes have passed, the light will turn red and the Sergeant-at-Arms will disconnect the microphone. At that point, please yield the podium to the next speaker if you have not already done so. Also, reserve the right pursuant to our rules of Council to limit repetitious comments on the same subject matter. I will now ask the Chief Clerk to please read the title of our first speaker.

May Kate Perez, Michael Ippoliti, Salimah McNeil, Katia Perez, Hannah Kahler and Jeremy Blatstein make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Come on. Let's rock and roll, y'all. If you heard your name called, please come to the microphone. Jeremy, come on. Excuse me, sir. Come on, Jeremy.

How are we doing, Council President? Good morning. My name is Jeremy Blatstein. I'm here to address Bill No. 250967 and to talk about the Philadelphia Land Bank and everybody's favorite topic and dirty word, councilmanic prerogative. Let's be clear, councilmanic prerogative is a fabricated concept and as such, is not codified anywhere. It is important to remember that nowhere in our laws does it say specific Councilmembers approval is needed before the Land Bank Board can approve a project or even that, it gets the bill put up to Council. Yesterday there was a lot of talk about codifying this and that, but we need to be clear, City Council leans on the public and local government's perception that it is a requirement that does not actually exist to drive policy. Every At-large Councilmember can advocate for affordable housing citywide, and we shouldn't let an unwritten tradition hold back necessary projects. What is stopping the At-large members for fighting to build more affordable housing except councilmanic prerogative. Let's ensure we move forward with the Land Bank's mission without letting something that does not even exist hold back its potential to improve the lives of our city's hard-working and well-deserving residents. Speaking of hard-working residents, there was a lot of AMI talk yesterday and Turn the Key is a phenomenal program that goes up to 100% AMI. And if you have two people who are city workers that make $45,000, that would be above or just below the 60% AMI and would still be below the 80% AMI. So going up to 100% AMI is important, so we should not change that, right. That's the whole thing, that you have two hard-working people, a teacher making 60,000 and a sanitation worker making 40 that would be above the AMI limit, right, and they would not qualify. So let's just keep that in mind. And last but not least, we're talking about SEPTA. Unfortunately, it wasn't funded in the budget yesterday for the third year in a row. SEPTA is crucial to the city of Philadelphia. Fund SEPTA. Ride the ride. And sorry. Last but not least, I need to shout out my guys, John Solomon and Hakeem, who are doing work. Councilman O'Rourke mentioned them last week for SNAP. They have a food giveaway today in North Philadelphia at 4:00 p.m. on Clearfield. That's endangered. Wow, what's his Instagram, I'm blanking right now. But John Solomon. It's great what they're doing. Thank you.

Thank you very much. Next speaker, please take the podium.

Hi. My name is Michael Ippoliti and I'd like to thank Councilmember Landau for recognizing my friend Pierre -

Can you speak into the microphone, Michael?

Okay. On behalf of Pierre's siblings, Renee, Clarice and Susan, I'm deeply honored to accept this resolution in his memory. Though born in the Bay area of California, Pierre spent most of his life and truly found his home here in Philadelphia. He was known for his easy-going, free-spirited nature. But beneath that calm exterior was real grit and conviction. It was this spirit that helped him connect authentically with his fellow Philadelphians, whom he warmly called good citizens over the airwaves. Pierre cared deeply about people, about fairness, about the right of everyone to live a full and meaningful life. He treated everyone he met with kindness, respect and dignity and we are all better people, and Philly is a better city for having known him. Thank you, Councilman.

Thank you.

We have Selena McNeil, Katia Perez, Hannah Kahler. May Hannah Hedge, Ananya Rocco Palan, Sarah Scully and Marissa Zarnazuski also make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Good morning, everyone. My name is Katia Perez. I serve as the Interim Executive Director at the Abortion Liberation Fund of Pennsylvania. I am here today to speak in support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing abortion access as a human right here in Philadelphia. Funding cuts at the federal and city levels have deepened longstanding gaps in our public health infrastructure. When affordable health care becomes harder to access, low-income mothers are the ones who bear the cost. Mothers like Sarita, a 28-year-old single mom from Philly trying to make ends meet for herself, her son who has autism and her seven-month-old baby, while scraping by with the support of SNAP, was tough enough. Losing access this past month has been catastrophic and she is using her limited funds to try to keep her family fed after discovering an unexpected pregnancy. Sarita reached out to the Abortion Liberation Fund of Pennsylvania and we were able to help cover the cost to help her with $400 she needed to access abortion care. As someone who grew up with a single mother of three, I know all too well the difference that $400, $300 or even $200 can make in a low-income household. Back in September, City Council authorized a hearing on the state of reproductive health care in Philadelphia. Now, more than two months later that hearing still has not been scheduled. We need that hearing, not as a symbolic gesture but to understand the impact of massive funding cuts and to identify concrete ways to protect access to care for Philadelphians. With the federal government's growing overreach and reproductive autonomy, its propaganda and misinformation about abortion care and even its restrictions on funding for birth control, it is urgent that our city government, Mayor Parker's Administration and City Council step up. We need local leadership to safeguard our communities from harm scapegoating and attacks coming from federal policies that target low-income Black, immigrant, Latina and other vulnerable communities. At the Abortion Liberation Fund of PA, we know that the people who reach out to our helpline are the true experts in their own lives. They know what's best for them, their families and their future. Protecting abortion access and reproductive health care is not just a federal issue. It's everyone's issue. I urge the City to hold the hearing on reproductive health care without further delay and to take meaningful action to fund and protect access to basic health care for all Philadelphians. Thank you.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the students from Thomas Mifflin Elementary School from the 4th Councilmanic District. Let's give all these young people a real big round of applause as they watch democracy in action and hopefully look forward to all of you replacing all of us in this body. (Applause.)

The floor is yours.

Good morning, everyone. Thank you to the Council for the opportunity to share a few words. My name is Ananya and I'm here today as a concerned Philadelphia resident. As you know, Planned Parenthood is now no longer part of the Medicaid program and continues to face relentless attacks from the Trump Administration. Despite Planned Parenthood no longer being able to receive Medicaid reimbursements for their care, they are continuing to see Medicaid patients and covering the cost themselves. This is not sustainable, which is why your support in moving forward with the public hearing and allocating funded funding to them is critical. I'm currently a Ph.D. student at the University of Pennsylvania and my research focuses on using biomedical data to improve the prediction and prevention of a variety of women's health conditions. If there's one resounding takeaway from the work that I've done so far, it's that given how historically understudied and underserved these conditions are, every dollar matters. Planned Parenthood has been committed to doing the real on-the-ground work of serving 20,000 patients a year and providing essential health care to them. None of the cutting edge research on better treatments and diagnostic tools matters if there isn't public health infrastructure in place to support communities directly. Philadelphia has a real opportunity to join cities like New York, Atlanta, Baltimore, Columbus and St. Louis in standing up for its residents by directing local funds to Planned Parenthood and ensuring access to essential health care services for the people who need them most. I'd like to emphasize two key asks from the Council. The first being to please move forward with the public hearing initiated two months ago, and the second being to allocate local funding to support Planned Parenthood services. Thank you for your time and consideration.

May we also have Marita Pugh, Iris Olida Hernandez, Catherine Kennedy, Jasmine Hoffman and Nikki Grant make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Good morning. Thank you, Council, for allowing me to share a few words. My name is Sarah Scully. I am a program assistant with Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, Signe Espinoza, our Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy, could not be here today so I am delivering her remarks. As a Philadelphia resident, a Planned Parenthood patient and someone on the front lines of this work for over 12 years, I share her deep concerns. I am here in support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing abortion access as a human right. On September 18, City Council authorized a hearing on the state of sexual and reproductive health care in Philadelphia. More than two months later that hearing has still not been scheduled. As you know, Planned Parenthood was officially defunded. Meaning, we are no longer being reimbursed for the care we provide through the Medicaid program. This is an unsustainable model and we need your help. Despite relentless attacks from the Trump Administration, Planned Parenthood remains steadfast in serving thousands of Philadelphians who have nowhere else to turn. I urge you to stand with Planned Parenthood, the same organization that has stood with the city for decades. Please move forward with holding a public hearing so we can continue this critical conversation and confront the very real public health crisis before us. And if there is an opportunity for a midyear transfer, we ask you to follow the lead of cities like New York, Atlanta, Baltimore, Columbus and St. Louis, cities that have taken bold action to protect their residents by directing local funds to Planned Parenthood and ensuring access to essential health care for those who need it most. This is an urgent moment and we need our leaders to step in and step up. Thank you for your time and consideration.

I think it's still good morning. Good morning, City Council. Thank you. My name is Nereda Jones-Pugh. I'm here as a member of Family for Safe Streets and a Vision Zero ambassador with the City of Philadelphia, just here to appreciate and thank Councilmember Landau for the resolution for World Day of Remembrance for traffic victims here in Philadelphia. My son was killed on his bike in 2022 by a hit-and-run tow truck driver. Clearly, it is very challenging. We just appreciate being able to engage with the community, tell people about slowing down, how it saves lives, how important it is. Though you know all lives matter, it really does. It matters to us. It matters to me and hoping that it matters to everyone, everybody else. So we're just asking you to slow down again be careful, leave early, care about each other. Thank you so much. INTERPRETER: We're going to do this in Spanish and English so be patient. We're going get to it.

(Spanish translation). INTERPRETER: Good morning. My name is (inaudible) Hernandez Bustamante and I am a member of the Restaurant Worker Committee. I am here to stand in support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing Human Rights Day and celebrating abortion access as a human right. I am a Mexican migrant for seven years. I am a mom of two kids, wife, student and worker. When I was 19, life spoke to me through a positive pregnancy test. At that time, I had what many college students had, a head full of dreams and pockets almost empty, as empty as the certainty of what was to come. I was overcome with fear, anguish and uncertainty, but also with a deep intuition that this news will mark the beginning of a transformation, that although I did not know it then, it will make me stronger. (Inaudible) told me, don't say anything. The law told me it's a crime. The community told me you are shameful. So without any access to anything safe, I got some pills to treat stomach ulcers. I followed a YouTube video and locked myself away. It took 12 endless hours, 12 hours of blood, tears and absolute loneliness. I woke up empty. No one saw me. No one held me. No one said you are safe. But I got up. I got up with my hands still shaking my heart in knots. I learned not to punish myself anymore, to turn my grief into a beacon to serve my Latina, Black and migrant sisters who today walk the same desert of fear. The resolution of Councilmember Brooks' confirmed women's rights to access abortion safely now and in the future. It is an affirmation of women's commitment to live their lives at making their own choices, not having the choices imposed on them by their governments. I survive, but I don't want others just to survive. I want everyone to lead. We need you to vote yes on the resolution to continue to allow access to abortion rights now and forever. Thank you.

My name is Reverend Stephanie Evans. I stand here on behalf of the Families for Safer Streets of Philadelphia, also for the Bicycle Coalition and also in reference to Vision Zero. We stand here today in homage and memorandum to also Latonya Bird, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. We thank this Administration for the 25 miles per hour on Broad Street. We thank you for the speed cameras. My son Robert was killed five years ago outside the 35th District. He was mangled and they wanted to close the casket. As some of you know my story, but today we triumph again and again for the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterhood of Affection. I just cannot thank you all enough for those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, the unsung heroes that passed the bill, that did the legislation. So for the World Day of Remembrance, we also pay homage to Landau for just keep thinking of us. We won't stop. We can't stop. But remember, you need to stop at every light. The life you save might be your own. Those speed bumps, those cameras have our loved ones' blood on them, so remember the life you save may be your own.

Hello, everyone. Hello, City Councilmembers. I would like to thank Councilmember Rue Landau. My name is Jasmine Hoffman, and some of you may know I am the founder of Bill No. HB 988. It's called Jay's Alerts. It's a hit-and-run notification system for pedestrians and cyclists in PA in honor of my 8-year old niece Jayanna Powell, who was walking home from school in 2016 when she was struck by a car and hit and killed. We've been working with Senator Williams for nine years and Representative Morgan Cephas to get this bill passed. World Day of Remembrance is worldwide across different states of celebrations of victims' lives that's no longer here due to getting hit by a vehicle. World Day Remembrance let families like myself get together and celebrate and give updates, be around love and others that can relate, giving mental support and encouragement to take it day by day as we advocate to make the streets safer. Thank you and thank you everyone. Have a good one.

We have Catherine Kennedy, Nikki Grant. May David Alexander Jenkins, Daniel Mosher, Maritza Padua, Joelle Scoffield and Vivian Chang also make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Good morning, Councilmembers. My name is Nikki Grant and I am the Co-chair of the Abortion Liberation Fund of Pennsylvania, whose board I have been proud to be a member of for the past five years. As we all know, we are living in a dark timeline where we are increasingly under threat from our own federal government. We are facing disastrous cuts that will impact access to education, food and health care. In particular, reproductive health care is under constant threat, with as recently as this weekend, Senate Republicans attempting to hold the ACA hostage in order to implement more abortion restrictions. I'm here today because I believe the City of Philadelphia can and should be the first line of defense for its residents in the face of these federal threats. An attack on affordable reproductive health care is an attack on the most vulnerable Philadelphians, including low-income mothers, people who are housing insecure, people who are food insecure and justice-impacted people. It is the responsibility of this city to protect its vulnerable residents. We can start by holding a hearing on the state of reproductive health care in Philadelphia as soon as possible so that we can better understand the impact of the cuts and prepare for this impending public health crisis in the city that we love. I also urge Council to direct funding to the Abortion Liberation Fund so that we can continue to assist low-income residents in accessing abortion care. Thank you to Councilmember Brooks for introducing the resolution to recognizing abortion access as a human right and thank you all for your time.

Catherine Kennedy. Good morning. Thank you. Thank you, Council, for allowing me to share my perspective as a provider of sexual and reproductive health care in Philadelphia. My name is Catherine Kennedy and I'm a lead clinician with Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania. I've worked at Planned Parenthood for over six years across two affiliates and I'm so honored to be able to provide this care for our Philadelphia community. Every day I choose to work at Planned Parenthood because our health care model is both evidence-based and patientcentered, which results in high quality and safe care and because I've seen the impact and difference Planned Parenthood care makes for the city and community of Philadelphia. I recently cared for a patient who had an abnormal Pap smear during a routine annual exam. She came to us for a colposcopy, a procedure used to diagnose precancerous and cancerous cervical cells, because all other providers were prohibitively costly. Without Planned Parenthood, she wouldn't have been able to afford a colposcopy and her cervical cancer would have gone undiagnosed. Our affordable and timely care allowed her to start her treatment as early as possible. Unfortunately, this patient's story is not unique. I've cared for many patients who receive life-altering diagnoses and they choose Planned Parenthood because they can get an appointment much sooner than other providers, even same-day appointments. Planned Parenthood's dedication to our patients extends beyond our provision of health care. As many of you know, in September Planned Parenthood was defunded, blocking Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood, but we've been shielding patients from harm by covering the cost of Medicaid to ensure our community has access to lifesaving care. But this is unsustainable and the consequences for patients will worsen over time across the country. This means covering an estimated $45 million and care at no cost to patients. These options are frankly unacceptable and Philadelphians deserve better. Philadelphia has an opportunity to join cities in standing up for its residents by directing local funds to Planned Parenthood and ensuring access to essential health care services for all that need them most. I urge you to move forward with holding a political hearing so we can continue this critical conversation and confront the very real public health crisis we're facing and to support Planned Parenthood so that we can continue to provide essential care for thousands of Philadelphians who rely on us. Thank you for your time.

Good morning Madam Chair, members and guests. David Alexander Jenkins. And I rise to address Resolution 250967. We say that we are committed to a vision of Philadelphia where home is not just a roof over one's head but a foundation for dignity, possibility and belonging. Yet every week we convey fee (inaudible) here to the Philadelphia Land Bank. Of the roughly 8000 properties placed under the Land Bank's purview when it was created in 2013 as of April this year, only one thousand of those has been redeveloped. This is unacceptable and the time is now to convert idle public assets into public goods now to direct the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to unlock those lots which are shells of potential, creating real affordability, sustainable homes for the 5191 souls counted on your rosters amongst us who are homeless and in aid of the shortage of over 64,500 housing units. Today, beloved, I stand in a kind of ponderance weighing not only the numbers aforementioned, but the lives represented in each one of them. I remind you this is a city not marked by the skyline, but by whom it shelters and whom it leaves trembling at the edge of the night, in a city with a name that requires us to enter into a covenant of love as a command we have so to do. I beg you to prove it, brothers and sisters. It is said, if you love me, feed my people. That is not poetry. Breathing breathes into the obligations of man. By scripture, you know this. It means feed my people. Feed them with opportunity, feed them with sustainability, feed them with housing that they can afford. Feed them with a dignity that comes from knowing that they will not be priced out of their own lives. And feed them now. Members, I pray the affordability must go to those most in need, houses and households at the bottom of the income ladder, families who are not just one maintenance emergency or one hike away from being homeless. Pray, preserve existing houses, first, repairing, adapting, safeguarding homes where folks already live. Pray public land and public investment must serve public purpose. No more idle lots left as wasted potentials for families. Wait for a place to call home. If we accomplish this, brothers and sisters, we will not merely have adopted units to the housing stock currently held in the Land Bank, but we will have reaffirmed at a time most dire in need, that in Philadelphia belonging and affordability go hand in hand. Thank you.

Good morning, everyone. My name is Daniel Mosher. I'm the Deputy Director of State Strategies. Above all, we are an abortionforward reproductive justice organization that envisions a world where all people, regardless of their socioeconomic status, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or geographic location have complete autonomy over their reproductive health. It is to that end that I'm here today to loudly voice our support for Councilmember Brooks' resolution commemorating Human Rights Day and stating unequivocally that abortion rights are human rights. The United States is party to several international treaties that call for the protection of access to abortion care services. These include the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, the Convention Against Torture and other cruel inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. These treaties are considered the supreme law of the land under Article VI of the United States Constitution, and it's the responsibility of each level of government to ensure that they are adhered to. However, in an attempt to avoid international accountability, the federal government is withdrawing from the United Nations Universal Periodic Review process to avoid scrutiny over the long string of human rights violations they're forcing onto this country, whether that is through cruel abortion bans that exacerbate maternal morbidity or the inhumane treatment of our immigrant neighbors who are being snatched off the streets without due process. Above all, I applaud the leadership of this Council, including Councilmember Brooks as well as the work of Philly attorney District Attorney Larry Krasner, who's been vocal about the human rights violations being brought on our immigration system and traveled to Geneva last week to speak out on the U.S.'s non-participation in the UPR process. As we commemorate World Human Rights Day, let me say once again that every single level of government has the obligation in this moment to stand up and speak loudly in defense of our human rights. I appreciate the bold leaders in this room today, both elected and advocates, stepping up to do just that. Thank you.

Maritza Padua, Joelle Scoffield, Vivian Chang. May Nicole Fisher, Sixx King and Juanita Metzger also make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Good morning. My name is Maritza Padua. I am the Vice-President of Policy and Strategic Initiatives at Women Against Abuse, and today I am speaking in support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing abortion access as a human right. As Philadelphia's comprehensive domestic violence service provider, Women Against Abuse serves people whose rights to make decisions about their own bodies has been stripped away by an abusive partner. Some are compelled to carry pregnancies resulting from rape or birth control sabotage. Others remain trapped in dangerous relationships because pregnancy deepens financial dependency on their abuser. When reproductive health care becomes harder to access, it strengthens an abuser's control and leaves survivors with fewer choices and greater risk. For our clients, abortion access is not an abstract policy issue. It's a matter of safety and autonomy and survival. That's why we stand in strong support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing abortion access as a human right. Because for survivors of domestic violence, control over one's body is the first step toward freedom from abuse. Unfortunately, recent federal and local funding cuts have left major gaps in Philadelphia's public health infrastructure. Affordable reproductive health services are disappearing, especially in low-income communities and communities of color. When care becomes scarce, it is survivors of domestic violence, predominantly women isolated from their support networks who pay the highest price. City Council authorized a hearing on the state of reproductive health care back in September. Two months later it still hasn't been scheduled. I urge this body to move forward quickly to protect some of Philadelphia's most vulnerable members. Abortion access is a human right and for many survivors of domestic violence, it is a lifeline. Thank you so much.

Hi. My name is Joelle Scoffield. I'm an access counselor and I'm representing the Abortion Liberation Fund of PA. Today I'm speaking on Councilmember Brooks' resolution to recognize abortion as a human access, as a human right. As an access counselor, it is my job to assess someone's circumstances and to help them access funds to get the abortion that they need. We also found working-class mothers who don't qualify for assistance struggling to make ends meet with the rising cost of living. Most recently, federal funding for programs like SNAP have been withheld. The very program designated to feed families and millions of children is being used as a political weapon. This is forced starvation and should be considered a human rights violation. One of the core values of reproductive justice is that parents have the right to raise children in a safe and healthy environment. It's a country where forced starvation can occur safe. Surely abortion should be considered a human right when the very food meant to keep a child alive can be taken. It is why now more than ever we should declare abortion access as a human right. Let Philadelphia be a safe haven for people seeking lifesaving care. Please consider funding the Abortion Liberation Fund in our city budget every year. I'm asking City Councilmembers to stand with conviction and to recognize access to abortion as a human right because it is a matter of life and death. Thank you.

Good morning, everyone. My name is Vivian Chang, Executive Director of Asian Americans United, and I rise in support of Councilmember Landau's resolution celebrating Asian Americans United's 40th anniversary. I just want to share a little bit about our history and talk about what's facing us today. So when we were founded in 1985, some of the first issues as an organization we fought for quality public education and now unfortunately the district is planning to close schools again. So we see that even as we rise above and we are able to uplift children and families out of these issues, that doesn't mean they end so we keep going. Another issue that we faced in our early years was fighting against substandard housing. A lot of folks, especially Southeast Asian refugees, were being resettled into housing that was not livable, and today we see that renters are being crushed by an affordability crisis. And so, many people in our city are forced to live in dirty, brokendown housing. We cannot live this way. Throughout our years we've also worked, fought against fare hikes for SEPTA youth cards. SEPTA is in crisis. We've supported Southeast Asian refugees coming to Philadelphia and seeking safety and now these same folks are being kidnapped and disappeared by ICE. I don't mean to be a bit of a downer, but as I was reflecting on our history today I realized there's a lot to celebrate and there's a lot more to go. So we appreciate the celebration and we want to revel in it, and we know that these are unfortunately historic times. I hate living historic times. And history does repeat itself, but we can also break the cycle. So many of the issues we talked about in these chambers and in our communities are things that people just like us every day are fighting for. So it is beautiful to be here. Some of the youth, we are just reflecting on our history. We've interviewed some of the kids from our very first summer camp 40 years ago who are now creating schools in Cambodia and becoming principals and teachers. And it's just really, really lovely. So I want to thank Councilmember Landau and the chambers for celebrating. Thank you.

I'm Kate Perez. Our legal system is built on the premise of due process. The Juvenile Justice Center is trying alternative ways to rehabilitate children who have been accused of crimes and awaiting trial. This is a completely different tactic than what our sister city Tel Aviv implements. Like most apartheid states, there are two different legal systems where settlers are subject to civil law and the native Palestinians are subject to military law in courts that are ran by IOF soldiers, who practice administrative detention, a system where our sister city allows armed militants to arrest and indefinitely detain any Palestinian on the possibility that they might possibly one day maybe commit a crime, holding them without charge, evidence or trial in torture camps with recently released hostages sharing stories of being hung from the ceiling electric torture, the release of dogs into their cells, being forced to watch videos of Gaza's destruction, some being lied to that their families were killed and some being released to find that their entire families actually were slaughtered during their wrongful imprisonment. The same apartheid court system has now passed the first reading of a bill to allow for the execution of Palestinian hostages, making any one of the more than 9000 hostages targets for execution, creating formalized concentration camps. If we want to keep our children out of prison, how can we normalize and facilitate the exchanges of politicians, PPD and class trips with the only state in the world putting children through military court holding at least 900 children that would be up for execution. If this bill passes, getting used to a genocide is the quickest way to ensure its completion and Philadelphia's partnerships only help to normalize and facilitate colonization. The Juvenile Justice Center is connected to our school district because the right to education is a universal right of a child, something our sister city has stripped away as they bombed every school left in Palestine. And now instead of going to classes, children wait in line at soup kitchens and have been blown up by explosives disguised as food. Today the Occupation is still impeding aid flow and we have Philadelphians leaving as soon as next week to active protective presence in the West Bank, a place where settler violence is increasing. How will we ensure that the bombs we send don't kill our citizens? We need an arms embargo now. Free Palestine.

We have Nicole Fisher. Nicole Fisher, Sixx King, Juanita Metzker. May Kelly Flanney, Marco Gorini and Cole Appleman also make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

My name is Juanita Metzker. I'm here today to ask for a hearing on sexual and reproductive health and to ask that the City help to fill the gap in our funding left by the extreme cuts to Medicaid that passed this year. I first came to Philly Planned Parenthood after my barrier protection failed. I wanted a prescription for the medications that prevent HIV and syphilis after possible exposure. They got me in on an emergency basis because they understood that those medications have a 72-hour window for efficacy. I encountered protesters, but escort volunteers got me safely past them. The doctor didn't judge or belittle me. She simply listened and discussed my options. Planned Parenthood is on the front lines of helping to prevent people from contracting potentially lifelong illnesses which weaken society by reducing the productivity and health of the population. Cities that don't budget for prevention will pay several times over when its citizens become ill. I continue to return to that location for my STI testing now. I volunteer as a clinic escort so many different kinds of people walk through our doors, men, women, couples, mothers with their teenage daughters. Maybe they've come for cancer screening, for testing, for protection or for prescription for necessary medication. For a few, they're making an incredibly difficult decision, one which only those individuals are qualified to make for themselves. Most people who pass by nod, some thank us for being there and a few ask how they can help. Many tell us that our services are vital to the community. Occasionally, someone will come up and tentatively ask if we treat everyone, if we offer testing, if we do more than abortions. The answer to all three questions is yes. A surprising number of people don't realize we offer cancer screening and STI testing as well as birth control and abortions. Many men in particular ask this of us and they're always thankful to hear they're welcome at Planned Parenthood. Many go straight in to make appointments. Everyone I've met who works at Planned Parenthood in any capacity has been kind, compassionate, passionate and committed to the principle that human beings have a basic right to make our own decisions about our health care and to expect to be given the information necessary to do that. We are grateful that we can provide that service to our fellow Philadelphians.

Good morning, everyone. My name is Sixx King and I am CEO of Six Degrees of Media. And I'm here today this morning to honor the resolution of Councilman Isaiah Thomas, the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Service Center School on the celebration of its 20th anniversary of carpe diem. The resolution highlights and commemorates all judges, students and participants who contribute to the longstanding, impactful education and rehabilitative program within the juvenile justice system. Carpe diem is fundamentally about the changing of the trajectory of court-involved youth through education, mentorship, structure and positive adult engagement. In the words of my grandmother, when you're born, you look like your parents, but when you die, you look like your decision. And whether it was my decision to bring some of the biggest Hollywood productions here so that young people can see a different trajectory or whether it was my decision to spark the reform movement to free rapper Meek Mill so that we move forward and how probation is wielded among people across the nation of America or whether it was my decision to open a safe space and Manny Young where in the '60s, my grandmother was assaulted for civil rights, I was able, along with my brother Angelo Parker, to open up an establishment where we were not wanted during the Civil Rights Movement, so that young people that we work with have a safe space to come to work, to have the American Dream that we all dream of. This is our decisions as people. Thank you, Councilmember Thomas. And remember when you're born, you look like your parents. But when you die, you look like your decisions. It is up to all of us to make those decisions that will grant our youth a brighter future and make sure you come to best kept secret down in Manayunk.

Sixx King, I want to thank Member Jones for taking the moment to acknowledge you, to give you your flowers because often times we know the leaders are out there actually doing the work and not looking for praise. And so, congratulations on receiving the Nelson Mandela Award, but also just commend you for all the work that you're doing on behalf of inspiring our young people to be great here in the city of Philadelphia. You keep up the good work as well.

Thank you. Thank you so much. (Applause.)

But could you talk about how you was on a jet ski with a tuxedo on? But keep up the good work though, young man.

Listen, I just want to take this moment to thank you, Council President. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. Thank you, Councilman Jones. Thank you to a lot of you who I've seen during my time sparking the Reform Movement that freed rapper Meek Mill and that whole trajectory. A lot of times when we are doing the work, we're not coming up front to participate in the accolades. And so, I'm one of those people that we're doing the work to make sure that we have a better future for our youth. So thank you for encouraging me to come forward.

Thank you. Okay, Nicole.

Good morning, everyone. My name is Nicole Fisher. Good morning, Councilwoman Cindy Bass, the 8th District and all the members of the City Council, community partners and every supporter who is here today. First and foremost, I want to thank God, because once without God's guidance, strength, protection and alignment, we wouldn't be standing here receiving this incredible honor. We want to thank our family, our children who are our motivation every single day, and especially my husband, my coach, my number one supporter and my partner in every mission we take on. You stood here with me every high, every low, every training session, every setback and every breakthrough. Your belief in us helped carry us through, through this moment to our entire community. The people who watched us grow supported the dream and are here today to witness this honor. Thank you. Everything we do is for you and because of you. Knockout Gun Violence was created with one purpose, to give our youth a fighting chance at life. Our program uses boxing as a vehicle, not just to build champions in the rain but champions in their own lives. Through discipline, mentorship, structure and love, we opened our doors to youth who are at risk of slipping through the cracks, youth who needed a safe place and youth who needed someone to believe in them at Happy Hollow Recreation Center. Knockout Gun Violence became more than just a boxing program. It became a family. It became an outlet. It became hope, and not just for the boys but for the young ladies too, who stepped into that gym ready to work, ready to learn and ready to prove that strength comes in many forms. They showed us with courage and we gave them a place to grow, to feel seen and to feel powerful. This mission means everything to us. It's not just about punching bags and gloves. It's about showing our youth that they can fight for their future and win. If life has taught us anything is that the journey is bigger than boxing. This is about giving back, pouring into our children, creating a safe, positive environment where dreams are protected, not destroyed. It's about teaching discipline, confidence, leadership and hard work. It's about reminding our kids that no matter what and where they are, where they come from, they deserve a future filled with possibilities. We always tell our kids you don't have to fight in the streets, you can fight for a better life. This resolution today is not just honoring our work. It's honoring their courage, their effort and their hope. When I won my first Women's championship, most people didn't know the truth behind the scenes. While training for that title, while preparing mentally, spiritually and physically, I was still showing up for the community. I was still running sessions with the kids. I was still mentoring, still training them, still pouring into them, even when I was tired, even when the pressure was high. There was days I could go from work to training to the gym to the youth and then home to make sure my family and I had what they needed. It was a lot to carry but love carried me through the process. Purpose carried me through it all. We also coached other fighters, including our twin boys, and their very first ones through Knockout Gun Violence at the Happy Hollow Recreation Center, watching those kids, especially our sons, step into that ring and courage come through. Victories showed us exactly why this work matters. Their victories were proof that when you pour into the youth, they rise, they win, they transform.

Because we knew if we wanted to let them, if we wanted them to keep fighting for their future, we had to keep fighting for ours. We believed that everything would work out for their good, and it did. That championship wasn't just a win, it was our win, the community win and the kids win and the cities win. This honor doesn't just belong to us. It belongs to every child who walked into our program and all those who volunteered and stepped in, every parent who trusted us and every supporter who believed change was possible. Thank you for seeing the value of what we do. Thank you for acknowledging the impact and thank you for standing with us and we will continue this mission to build safer, stronger and more empowered communities. We don't just fight in the rain. We fight for our city, our youth and our future. Thank you.

Can I see them belts? Can you raise them belts?

Good morning, Councilmembers and everyone else. My name is Darrell Wilson. I'm one of the coaches at the Happy Hollow Boxing Gym. I'm here to bring forth comments about Nicole Fisher. You see, I was blessed with five brothers and no sisters. And so, the real blessing out of that is that I come from a strong mother. She not only showed me, but taught me how to look for the attributes of a strong woman in leadership. And as I observed during my time at the gym, I really do see the strength and the patience and the persistent, not to mention her drive is impeccable. The one most important thing that really concerns me is how she cared for the children. Care means so much. If I can be perfectly honest, parents really don't care how much you know until they know how much you really care about their children. Thank you.

Good morning, Council. Thank you for inviting me down. My name is Nate. Good morning, Council. Thank you for inviting me down. My name is Nate Miller, former WBA Cruiserweight champ for the world, 95 the 18th greatest of all time. You can put my name in and pictures and everything pop up. But basically, I'm here to tell you never give up on your dream. If you set out to achieve something, if you believe you can achieve, never give up. Never stay around them, negative people. A lot of people told me, oh man, you wouldn't be a world champion, but I fooled them. You can do it too. Thank you, Council. Thank you for the building that is that they are putting up in the spring. Thank you very much.

We have Darryl Schuler, Kelly Flannery, Marco Gorini, Cole Appleman and Ogbonna Hagins also make their way to the podium. (Witnesses approached witness table.)

Good morning, City Council. I'm here today speaking on behalf of Nicole Fisher and our program at the Happy Hollow Gym. I'm 100% in support of that. Me, myself, a former fighter myself, boxer, coming from a boxing family, we had the honor of having a boxing gym out in West Philly, James Memorial Boxing Gym named after my brother. And today I just wanted to stand here to tell you all that the young lady's program, these programs mean so much in our city in terms of even with intervention. It teaches you discipline. It's a home away from home. And so, I encourage City Council, this program that she has there, to please support this program for her. And I want to salute everybody out here, especially my president, City Council President, because I know he's something funny. But nevertheless, thank you everybody here. Thank you, my sister Cindy Bass. I love you, sis and everybody else too.

Thank you to Nicole Fisher. We just want to say keep up the good work keeping our young people off the streets and using your profession of boxing to make sure our young people are encouraged. And a lot of times it's an alternative for them picking up guns. And so, we want to thank you for your hard work. And also, just let Clarissa Shields know if she's watching that we have our own boxer, female boxer, who could take her to task. And so, let's give her a round of applause. And good job, Cindy Bass. I got to talk to Sergeant-at-Arms on how Darryl Schuler was allowed to come and speak today, but we'll have a conversation about that offline. But again, thank you for your hard work, all of you for your dedication and keeping our young people safe because that's what it's all about.

Hi. My name is Kelly Flannery. And first, I want to thank the Council for the opportunity to share my thoughts. I'm the Policy Director at Positive Women's Network, a national network of cis and trans women and genderdiverse people living with HIV. Our Pennsylvania Chapter has been organizing in Philadelphia for reproductive justice and harm reduction for over 15 years. I am here in support of Councilmember Brooks' resolution recognizing abortion access as a human right. On September 18, City Council authorized a hearing on the state of reproductive health care in Philadelphia. Over two months later, this hearing still has not been scheduled. When affordable reproductive health services become scarce, poor and working-class families are the ones who pay the price. We need to hold this hearing in order to understand the impact of massive funding cuts and identify ways to protect access to care for Philadelphians under the Trump regime. Our public health infrastructure has been decimated, pushing basic health care further out of reach for many Philadelphians. In the spring, Trump signed the largest Medicaid cuts in U.S. history into law, which will kick about 300,000 Pennsylvanians off the program. The bill also included vicious attacks on abortion providers. Since Trump took office, over 40 Planned Parenthood clinics have closed nationwide, which will lead to higher rates of HIV as well as pregnancy-related deaths. Moreover, Republicans in the U.S. House are trying to add anti-abortion (inaudible), defund the Title 10 program and zero out HIV prevention and ongoing budget negotiations, further demonstrating the ongoing force of their antiabortion and anti-health vitriol. When we fail to fund comprehensive, affordable sexual and reproductive health care, we leave pregnant people vulnerable to predatory tactics of fake clinics staffed by anti-abortion activists. These fake clinics often share false or misleading information and don't follow national medical standards. It's essential that we are all able to access comprehensive, affirming sexual and reproductive health care and medically accurate information to make informed choices about our health, abortion. Health care is a human right. The public health crisis is not coming. It is not looming. It is here. We applaud Councilmember Brooks' leadership and urge the Chair of the Committee on Public Health to schedule a hearing so we can begin to understand how to address the crisis and protect reproductive health care access. Thank you.

Good morning. My name is Marco Gorini. I'm the Vision Zero Program Manager for the Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems. I'm here today to thank Councilmember Bass for sponsoring the resolution for Ruby Bridges Day Safe Routes Philly, the City's safe routes to school program. We know that students that walk to school have better attendance, that they arrive better prepared to learn, and tomorrow students at Edmonds School will complete a peace walk as part of Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day to commemorate Ruby Bridges and her bravery integrating her New Orleans school. I want to thank Council for honoring this event and supporting our efforts to teach Philadelphia students about the value of walking and rolling to school. This work is part of the Mayor's Vision Zero goals, specifically the ones around teaching all students in Philadelphia about traffic safety. I also want to take a moment to thank Councilmember Landau for recognizing World Day of Remembrance on Sunday. It is an incredibly important and powerful event that reminds us why zero is the only acceptable number of traffic deaths. Thank you.

Good morning, everybody. My name is Cole Appleman. I'm also here from the Office of Transportation Infrastructure Systems to thank Councilmember Bass for sponsoring this resolution acknowledging Ruby Bridges Day. For those of you who are not familiar, Ruby Bridges Day marks the anniversary of Ruby's first day at her new elementary school in New Orleans in 1960. She was the only Black student enrolled after her school recently integrated. Every single day she had to be escorted in and out of school by law enforcement, subject to hateful jeers, taunts and threats, but nevertheless she kept showing up every single day. Today schools mark the day by walking by having their students gather and walk to school, not just here in Philadelphia but across the country. Ruby Bridges Day sits at the intersection of the ongoing fight for civil rights, the protection of our youth and gathering in community to learn and rejoice. Safe Routes Philadelphia, as my coworker Marco acknowledged, is Vision Zero's youth and student outreach branch. They keep our students safe through education and events like Ruby Bridges Day. Safe Routes also organizes events like Walk and Bike to School Day, which happens every year, as well as organizing walking and riding school buses for our students on a regular basis. Not only does this program keep our students safe, it improves their mental health, physical health, and very importantly, their grades. This program is one of many hard-working folks -represents a lot of many hardworking folks behind the scenes for our children's well-being. And I'd like to stand here today and give them their flowers as well as thank Councilmember Bass once again for introducing this legislation or, excuse me, resolution. Thank you very much.

Good morning. My name is Ogbonna Hagins. I'm a fourth generation chattel slavery survivor and I'm the President of the Philadelphia Reparations Coalition for American Freedmen. I want to first acknowledge the resolution introduced by Councilmembers Quetcy Lozada and Jim Harrity in support of restorative justice through arts and community programs. We appreciate that vision, but restorative justice must go beyond art and education. It must also reach policy and government structure. That's why I want to highlight what our Mayor Cherelle Parker, her Administration has done rolling back race and gender-based diversity targets in city contracting, citing legal risk and shifting national sentiment around DEI. This isn't regression. It's a constitutional correction. It proves why the Philadelphia Office of Freedmen Affairs, Resolution 250781, is a necessity. This office must not be framed as DEI. It's a constitutional remedy rooted in the 13th Amendment mandate to abolish the badges, vestiges and incidents of slavery. I want this legislative body -- I warned this legislative body two years ago that this shift was coming and I was labeled a xenophobe. I guess maybe now the Mayor is a xenophobe and to our local Black businesses and business owners and advocates this Saturday, if you're concerned about DEI, you're concerned about what everybody's talking about Donald Trump about. Guess what? We have the political wellness checkup at 7301 Germantown Avenue. You want to learn what the Freedmen rights are, the progeny of the emancipated, come to that hearing. It's free parking. If y'all want to get in contact with me, get my number or something or you can call me, 267-257-9119. It's okay. Listen, we need help in this city. The descendants of slavery are suffering and we don't have an office in this building. That's all we need. So look, who's going to take this to schedule the hearing because it's been seven weeks. It's been seven weeks. Who do I give this to? Is it Christmas that schedules it, John Christmas? Who gets it, seriously because it's been seven 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING weeks and this office is a necessity and what the Mayor has done proves it. Who do I give it to?

(Inaudible).

Thank you.

Council President, there are no further names for public comment.

We will now consider the bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars. Will the Clerk please read the title of Resolution No. 250956.

A resolution calling on the Pennsylvania State Senate to approve House Bill 304, the Community Energy Act and the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass this legislation to allow for the creation of community energy programs in Pennsylvania.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Jamie Gauthier for a motion regarding Resolution No. 250956.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution.

Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.) The Chair recognizes Councilmember Jamie Gauthier for a motion to withdraw regarding Resolution No. 250956.

Thank you, Council President. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING I move that Resolution No. 250956 be withdrawn. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that Resolution No. 250956 be withdrawn. All those in favor of the motion with signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. Resolution No. 250956 has been withdrawn. Will the Clerk please read the title of Resolution No. 250963.

A resolution calling on the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Pennsylvania General Assembly to add meditomidine to the list of controlled substances in Pennsylvania.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Quetcy Lozada for a motion regarding Resolution No. 250963.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that Resolution No. 250963 be adopted. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.) COUNCIL PRESIDENT 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING JOHNSON: Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. The resolution is adopted. Will the Clerk please read the title of Resolution No. 250967.

A resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to 1807, 1809, 1811, 1813, 1817, 1819, 1821, 1823 and 1825 North 8th Street, located in the 5th Councilmanic District, pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Jeffrey Jay Young for 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING a motion regarding Resolution No. 250967.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that Resolution No. 250967 be adopted. All those in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The motion carries. The resolution is adopted. Would the Clerk please 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING read the title of Bill No. 240873.

An ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of North 2nd Street between Roosevelt Boulevard and Ashdale Street; Champlost Street between North 3rd Street and North 4th Street; North 6th Street between Grange Avenue and Chew Avenue; Fairhill Street between Grange Avenue and Chew Avenue.

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Will the Chief Clerk please call the roll.

Councilmember Phillips.

Aye. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING

Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Aye.

Councilmember Gauthier.

Aye.

Councilmember Thomas.

Aye.

Councilmember Jones.

Aye.

Councilmember Landau.

Aye.

Councilmember Lozada.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Young.

Aye.

Councilmember Brooks.

Aye.

Councilmember Harrity.

Aye.

Councilmember O'Rourke.

Aye.

Councilmember Driscoll.

Aye.

Councilmember Squilla.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Bass.

Aye.

Councilmember Ahmad.

Aye.

And, Council President Johnson.

Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250493-A.

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. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Will the Chief Clerk please call the roll.

Councilmember Phillips.

Aye.

Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Aye.

Councilmember Gauthier.

Aye.

Councilmember Thomas.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Jones.

Aye.

Councilmember Landau.

Aye.

Councilmember Lozada.

Aye.

Councilmember Young.

Aye.

Councilmember Brooks.

Aye.

Councilmember Harrity.

Aye.

Councilmember O'Rourke. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING

Aye.

Councilmember Driscoll.

Aye.

Councilmember Squilla.

Aye.

Councilmember Bass.

Aye.

Councilmember Ahmad.

Aye.

And, Council President Johnson.

Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING affirmative the bill passes. Would the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250830.

An ordinance authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk cafe in the vicinity of 5015 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143, under certain terms and conditions.

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Will the Chief Clerk please call the roll.

Councilmember Phillips.

Aye.

Councilmember Gilmore Richardson. COUNCILWOMAN GILMORE 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING RICHARDSON: Aye.

Councilmember Gauthier.

Aye.

Councilmember Thomas.

Aye.

Councilmember Jones.

Aye.

Councilmember Landau.

Aye.

Councilmember Lozada.

Aye.

Councilmember Young.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Brooks.

Aye.

Councilmember Harrity.

Aye.

Councilmember O'Rourke.

Aye.

Councilmember Driscoll.

Aye.

Councilmember Squilla.

Aye.

Councilmember Bass.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Ahmad.

Aye.

And, Council President Johnson.

Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250835.

An ordinance authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk cafe in the vicinity of 1526-32 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122, under certain terms and conditions.

This bill having been read on two different days, the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING question now is shall the bill pass finally. Will the Chief Clerk please call the roll.

Councilmember Phillips.

Aye.

Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Aye.

Councilmember Gauthier.

Aye.

Councilmember Thomas.

Aye.

Councilmember Jones.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Landau.

Aye.

Councilmember Lozada.

Aye.

Councilmember Young.

Aye.

Councilmember Brooks.

Aye.

Councilmember Harrity.

Aye.

Councilmember O'Rourke.

Aye.

11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Driscoll.

Aye.

Councilmember Squilla.

Aye.

Councilmember Bass.

Aye.

Councilmember Ahmad.

Aye.

And, Council President Johnson.

Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Would the Clerk please read any additional resolutions on 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING today's Calendar.

A privileged resolution recognizing November 2025 as National Adoption Month in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution celebrating this year's homegrown talent, including Jahri Evans, Eddie George and Erik Williams, who have been nominated and are in consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Introduced by Councilmember Thomas.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for a 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING privileged resolution celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Asian Americans United (AAU) in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced by Councilmember Landau.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Rue Landau for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Pierre Robert, a beloved and legendary Philadelphia WMMR Radio host and champion of Philadelphia's rock music scene. Introduced by Councilmember Landau.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Landau for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution recognizing November 16, 2025 as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced by 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Landau.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Rue Landau for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution honoring and recognizing Danny Garcia on his retirement and celebrating his outstanding contributions to the City of Philadelphia and the 7th Councilmanic District. Introduced by Councilmember Lozada.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Quetcy Lozada for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING resolution be adopted. All those -- Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

Chair recognizes Councilmember Quetcy Lozada for a motion on the resolution.

It is an exciting birthday.

It's all right. Happy birthday. It's all good.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution recognizing Human Rights Day and celebrating abortion access as a human right. Introduced by Councilmember Brooks.

Chair recognizes Councilmember Brooks for a motion on the resolution.

Thank you, Council President. I move for the 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING introduction of the resolution -I'm sorry, adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Would the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.

A privileged resolution recognizing November as National Restorative 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Justice Month and honoring the power of art, healing and community through the collaborative efforts of the Barnes Foundation, Mural Arts Philadelphia and creative Philadelphia. Introduced by Councilmember Harrity.