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Minutes

Stated Meeting, November 13, 2025

Philadelphia City CouncilNov 13, 2025

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Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Lozada

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

Council President Johnson

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.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilman Young

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

Council President Johnson

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.)

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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.

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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.

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Councilmember Phillips.

Councilman Phillips

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

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Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Councilwoman Gilmore Richardson

Aye.

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Councilmember Gauthier.

Councilwoman Gauthier

Aye.

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Councilmember Thomas.

Councilman Thomas

Aye.

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Councilmember Jones.

Councilman Jones

Aye.

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Councilmember Landau.

Councilwoman Landau

Aye.

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Councilmember Lozada.

Councilwoman Lozada

Aye.

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

Councilman Young

Aye.

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Councilmember Brooks.

Councilwoman Brooks

Aye.

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Councilmember Harrity.

Councilman Harrity

Aye.

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Councilmember O'Rourke.

Councilman O'Rourke

Aye.

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Councilmember Driscoll.

Councilman Driscoll

Aye.

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Councilmember Squilla.

Councilman Squilla

Aye.

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

Councilwoman Bass

Aye.

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Councilmember Ahmad.

Councilwoman Ahmad

Aye.

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And, Council President Johnson.

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.

Chief Clerk

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

Council President Johnson

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.

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Councilmember Phillips.

Councilman Phillips

Aye.

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Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Councilwoman Gilmore Richardson

Aye.

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Councilmember Gauthier.

Councilwoman Gauthier

Aye.

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Councilmember Thomas.

Councilman Thomas

Aye.

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

Councilman Jones

Aye.

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Councilmember Landau.

Councilwoman Landau

Aye.

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Councilmember Lozada.

Councilwoman Lozada

Aye.

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Councilmember Young.

Councilman Young

Aye.

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Councilmember Brooks.

Councilwoman Brooks

Aye.

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Councilmember Harrity.

Councilman Harrity

Aye.

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

Councilman O'Rourke

Aye.

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Councilmember Driscoll.

Councilman Driscoll

Aye.

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Councilmember Squilla.

Councilman Squilla

Aye.

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Councilmember Bass.

Councilwoman Bass

Aye.

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Councilmember Ahmad.

Councilwoman Ahmad

Aye.

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And, Council President Johnson.

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.

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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.

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Councilmember Phillips.

Councilman Phillips

Aye.

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

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Councilmember Gauthier.

Councilwoman Gauthier

Aye.

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Councilmember Thomas.

Councilman Thomas

Aye.

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Councilmember Jones.

Councilman Jones

Aye.

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Councilmember Landau.

Councilwoman Landau

Aye.

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Councilmember Lozada.

Councilwoman Lozada

Aye.

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Councilmember Young.

Councilman Young

Aye.

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

Councilwoman Brooks

Aye.

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Councilmember Harrity.

Councilman Harrity

Aye.

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Councilmember O'Rourke.

Councilman O'Rourke

Aye.

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Councilmember Driscoll.

Councilman Driscoll

Aye.

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Councilmember Squilla.

Councilman Squilla

Aye.

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Councilmember Bass.

Councilwoman Bass

Aye.

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

Councilwoman Ahmad

Aye.

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And, Council President Johnson.

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.

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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.

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Councilmember Phillips.

Councilman Phillips

Aye.

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Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

Councilwoman Gilmore Richardson

Aye.

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Councilmember Gauthier.

Councilwoman Gauthier

Aye.

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Councilmember Thomas.

Councilman Thomas

Aye.

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Councilmember Jones.

Councilman Jones

Aye.

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

Councilwoman Landau

Aye.

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Councilmember Lozada.

Councilwoman Lozada

Aye.

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Councilmember Young.

Councilman Young

Aye.

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Councilmember Brooks.

Councilwoman Brooks

Aye.

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Councilmember Harrity.

Councilman Harrity

Aye.

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Councilmember O'Rourke.

Councilman O'Rourke

Aye.

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

Councilman Driscoll

Aye.

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Councilmember Squilla.

Councilman Squilla

Aye.

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Councilmember Bass.

Councilwoman Bass

Aye.

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Councilmember Ahmad.

Councilwoman Ahmad

Aye.

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And, Council President Johnson.

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.

Chief Clerk

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

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Gilmore Richardson

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

Council President Johnson

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.)

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilman Thomas

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

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Landau

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

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

Chair recognizes Councilmember Landau for a motion on the resolution.

Councilwoman Landau

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

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Landau

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

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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.

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Lozada

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

Council President Johnson

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.)

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Lozada

It is an exciting birthday.

Council President Johnson

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

Councilwoman Lozada

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

Council President Johnson

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.)

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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

Council President Johnson

Chair recognizes Councilmember Brooks for a motion on the resolution.

Councilwoman Brooks

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.)

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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.

Council President Johnson

Chair recognizes Member Harrity for a motion on the resolution. It's a very, very powerful exhibit that I've been a part of and participated in with Councilmember Thomas at the Barnes museum, but most importantly with the prisoners at Phoenix, SCI Phoenix. So I recognize you for a motion on the resolution.

Councilman Harrity

On behalf of me and the birthday girl Councilwoman Lozada, I move for the immediate adoption. (Duly seconded.) 11/13/25 - STATED - 2ND READING

Council President Johnson

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

Council President Johnson

Those opposed? (No response.)

Council President Johnson

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

Chief Clerk

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