Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thursday, October 22, 2015 10:45 a.m. PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT DARRELL L. CLARKE COUNCILWOMAN CINDY BASS COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE BLACKWELL COUNCILMAN W. WILSON GOODE, JR. COUNCILMAN WILLIAM K. GREENLEE COUNCILMAN BOBBY HENON COUNCILMAN KENYATTA JOHNSON COUNCILMAN CURTIS JONES, JR. COUNCILMAN DENNIS O'BRIEN COUNCILMAN DAVID OH COUNCILMAN BRIAN J. O'NEILL COUNCILWOMAN MARIA D. QUINONES-SANCHEZ COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS BROWN COUNCILMAN MARK SQUILLA COUNCILWOMAN MARIAN B. TASCO MICHAEL A. DECKER, CHIEF CLERK Stated Meeting October 22, 2015
We're going to start now. We have a quorum. I'd ask the guests and visitors to please retire behind the rail. If the members will take their seat, we'll get started with our invocation. Thank you very much. To give our invocation this morning, the Chair recognizes Jaizelle Hanna Stendardo, a member of the Mother Divine Grace Church in the Syrian American community. She is here today as the guest of Councilman Oh. I would ask all guests and visitors to please rise. (Councilmembers and guests rise.)
Again, my name Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Stendardo, and it is a true honor to have been asked by Councilman David Oh to give today's invocation as a Syrian American. We did try to get a clergy member, a priest, but they were unable to do so at such short notice. So on behalf of the Syrian community, I am here to do so. So today's prayer is for the refugees and for peace for all the world. So we welcome to you, oh God, at a time of great need. Men, women, and children are fleeing for their lives in Syria and many countries in the world. With a desire to reach out to them with your love and care, we come to you. Allow your strength and wisdom to inspire us to provide for them in ways that we may never before imagined were possible. Tug at the hearts of those who enjoy peace and prosperity, to make a way for these suffering people to come to a place of safety and refuge. Inspire us with courage and good planning to make a Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 lives. Allow these refugees to safely travel in peace. Protect them, dear God, in the air, on the seas, and on land, along whatever paths they may take. Grant that all nations dwell together in peace, without the threat of war and terrorism hovering over them. We place our trust in you, oh God. Teach everyone in this room, people of all nations, races and faiths all over the world, to believe that the peace that seems so far off is in fact within our reach. Please guide the hands and minds of our Councilmen and elected officials here today. Let every child, woman, man live in peace, creator of all life and love. Amen. (Amen.)
Thank you very much for those inspiring Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 will be at ease. (Council at ease.)
Thank you. The next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 15, 2015. The Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 15th, 2015 be approved. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, October 15, 2015 stand approved. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
Those opposed? (No response.) Stated Meeting October 22, 2015
The ayes have it, and the Journal is approved. The next order of business is requests for leaves of absence, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.
Thank you, Mr. President. On behalf of the majority, there are no requests for leaves of absence today.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair now recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Mr. President. On behalf of the republicans, there are no requests for leave of absence.
The Chair thanks the gentleman. At this time, I would like to dispense with the regular order of business and I would like to welcome and thank everyone who has come down out of Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 witness their government in action. We really appreciate the fact that you felt enough about democracy in action that you would come down and witness it. I hope you enjoy it so much that you actually come back again and see us at another date. Thank you so much. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Denny O'Brien, who will present a resolution recognizing outgoing President of Local 22, Joseph Schulle, and their Executive Board. Would Mr. Schulle and those accompanying him please join the Councilman at the podium. (Councilmembers and guests approached podium.)
Thank you, Mr. President. Today we proudly recognize the work of the outgoing President of Firefighters Local 22, Joe Schulle, and his team. Together with President Joe Schulle today are Ed Marks, Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Kots, Dan Oakes, Karen Boyle, Jack Eltman, and the honorary member of the team, former Councilman and now State Representative, Ed Neilson. Joe became President during a very challenging time for our City firefighters. He established himself as an intelligent, thoughtful, and professional leader right from the outset of his term. Joe and his team were professional advocates and they helped to change the tenor of the conversation, as evidenced by their results and accomplishments. Personally, my staff and I worked hand in hand with Local 22 and Joe to refine the vacant property legislation. Due to the comprehensive nature of the bill, Joe initially had his concerns about some of the bill's provisions, but after months and lots of thoughtful and constructive dialogue, we got the legislation to a really good place. Our conversations were of the Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 fully committed to an open and honest process. His professionalism was beyond reproach. We could not have enacted the vacant property ordinance without Joe. All of this is representative of Joe Schulle's leadership style, and our City is a better and safer place because of his leadership. Joe is a personal friend of mine, and in personal conversations, I related that rarely do you have someone of his professionalism as the head of a local. But Joe brought so much more to that office, as we all experienced the loss of our firefighters and we all grieved for that loss and for the families that experienced that loss. Joe was right there, much like John McNesby is at the FOP. He's a very protective, warm cloak around those families. And when we did the vacant property legislation, we drew on that professionalism, and when we talked to Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 him, we said we think we're maybe 80, 90 percent there, but because he was a battalion chief and because he knew the operations intimately of the Fire Department, his purpose was always to make sure that the firefighters had the necessary resources to protect themselves and protect us as citizens and the public at large, and not only to make sure that the firefighters were protected from injury and death and loss of life, but also that the citizens were protected in every way, whether it was a fire that occurred at their house, a cat up in a tree getting paramedic services that are critical, and fighting for each and every man and woman in the Fire Department and their dignity. So it was an honor to work with Joe, and I think you can see looking at the faces of everyone here in City Council, we were all grateful for his service to the City and to Local 22. Whereas, the International Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Local 22, represents the City of Philadelphia Firefighters and Paramedics. Local 22 traces its origin back to 1915, where Philadelphia firemen formed the City Fire Fighters' Association; and
Whereas, Local 22 is led by a Union president and an Executive Board. In 2013, Battalion Chief Joseph Schulle became president; and Whereas, Joe joined the Fire Department in 1992 and has worked in many companies throughout the City. Through hard work and tenacity, Joe quickly rose through the ranks to the position of Battalion Chief. Throughout his career, Joe has been a staunch supporter of Local 22 and its membership; and Whereas, a Union president needs a good Executive Board to be successful. Joe's Executive Board included Vice President, Tim McShea, who served the union for many years and Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 retired; Vice President, Kelvin Fong, who serves as a Lieutenant and coordinates the activities for the Hero Thrill Show; Treasurer, Thomas McKiernan, who serves as a Battalion Chief's Aide and handles all financial aspects of the union; Recording Secretary, Michael Bresnan, who is soon to be promoted to Battalion Chief and is tasked with managing the office and keeping records; Chairman of the Trustees, Mike Kane, who is a Battalion Chief, served as a union official for ten years and recently retired; Trustee, Edward Marks, currently serving as Vice President and served as a firefighter for 38 years; Trustee, Jerald Kots, who is a retired captain and is currently the longest tenured member of the Executive Board; Sergeant At Arms, Dan Oakes, who is a Fire Lieutenant and is currently serving as the Treasurer of Local 22; Sergeant At Arms, Michael Conroy, who is an active member of Local 22 and is currently serving as a Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 the airport; and the President's assistant Karen Boyle; and
Whereas, Joe and the board worked diligently to convene a professional and respectful image both publicly and privately when discussing even the most difficult issues with the City Administration; and Whereas, they worked to ensure that no matter how difficult and adversarial the issues became, that there were always ways to remain an open line of communication with all City officials; and Whereas, through their leadership, these individuals have seen the City's 2,100 Firefighters and Paramedics through many accomplishments; and Whereas, they convinced the City Administration and the Mayor to honor the 2009 contract after three years Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 battles; and
And before the whereas, a point of personal privilege. I want to say congratulations, and what it is to have an honor being in City Council to witness the service that Joe Schulle and the entire board and the administration has done under the trying and troubling and most saddest times that the Department has ever gone through. We couldn't have been more prouder. There are good leaders and there are great leaders, and we have behind me and us and witness here today a great leader and a great, great Executive Board who got through some times that most of us couldn't even think of, couldn't even experience and do not want to experience. And I want to thank them for setting the policies to keep our communities safe moving forward and make sure that the Department has a blueprint for all of us to help finish this work. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 say thank you, a point of personal privilege, for his service. Whereas, in an effort to save the City of Philadelphia several millions of dollars annually and preserve the health benefits of the City Firefighters and Paramedics, a change was made from a fully insured medical insurance model to a self-insured model. This change saved the City of Philadelphia 3 million dollars in just the first year alone in savings that are projected to continue for the foreseeable future; Whereas, they secured meaningful legislation to ensure that the safety of the citizens of Philadelphia as well as the safety of our City's Firefighters and Paramedics by ensuring a public forum to discuss and review reductions in the Fire department before they were instituted; Whereas, they worked closely with the City of Philadelphia City Council to bring to light the Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 of the City's Fire Stations, which led to working closely with the Department of Public Property to identify and prioritize the necessary repairs; and
And whereas, these leaders brought to light the dangerous conditions of much of the Fire Department's fleet; and Whereas, they helped pass legislation to help reduce the risks posed by large vacant properties to both the citizens of our City and the Firefighters tasked with responding to these potentially deadly fires; and Whereas, they addressed serious health and safety concerns related to protecting our first responders and the citizens of Philadelphia during the Ebola scare; and
Whereas, they worked to have the 2013 Act 111 interest arbitration award issued. This marked the first time in over 4 years Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 and Paramedics worked under a current contract. It was also the first interest arbitration award that was not appealed in over 15 years; Whereas, for the first time, the International Association of Firefighters, Local 22, teamed up with Operation Warm and provided over 500 new coats to Philadelphia children most in need over a two year period; and Whereas, with the help of several of our Hispanic Firefighters, the Union participated in multiple benefits and community outreach events directed toward the City's growing Hispanic Community; and
Resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that it honors and recognizes Joe Schulle and the members of the Executive Board on their hard work, accomplishments, and leadership. Mr. President, with your Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 permission, I would like to present President Joe Schulle for remarks.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Mr. Schulle for remarks. Mr. Schulle, please give remarks.
Thank you. Thank you very much. We are honored and humbled that the Philadelphia City Council has elected to recognize the work of our Executive Board. I'd like to first thank all of the members of the Board for their hard work and sacrifice over the past two years. Everything accomplished by this Board was a team effort, and not just by our Board members but by other dedicated members of our local that have put in countless hours to help our firefighters and paramedics. Jack Eltman, Tony Hudgins, Sean Sullivan, Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Marshall, to name a few. As a board, we all know for certain that the glue that binds our union from one president to the next and from one executive board to executive board is the President's Executive Assistant, Karen Boyle. Her knowledge and loyalty and work ethic is beyond reproach, but her best quality is how deeply she truly cares about our members. I can't imagine how much more difficult our task would have been without her assistance. We also received a lot of support and assistance by many local labor leaders. Pat Eiding, Pete Matthews, and John Dougherty, to name a few. I need to point out that the real people that should be recognized aren't me or any of the other Board members. It's our families. They put up with our long hours, our late night phone calls, and sometimes our really poor Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 do get home. Dan's wife, Jill, and two sons sacrificed many hours without dad so that they could help our members. Eddie and Jerry could be retired on the beach, but they stayed for our betterment, keeping their wives by their sides. And I'm sure that I didn't help any of their home life, as I have boundary issues, calling them all hours of the day or night whether they're working or not. Right, Ed? My family was no exception. My wife and kids put up with a lot, always supporting me. All of our families have been supportive and understanding, and for that, I thank them. I'd like to focus for a moment on the critical role our City Council has played in helping us moving forward as a union. There are countless issues that were addressed with your assistance, and please forgive me as I mention just a few: Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Councilman Bob Henon and their committees for helping us address serious life safety concerns, not just for our firefighters and paramedics but for the citizens of Philadelphia. Also working with us to address serious quality-of-life issues affecting our firefighters and paramedics. Councilwoman Cindy Bass for spending two days driving with me to every firehouse in her district to get a firsthand view of the station conditions, taking the time to speak to every single firefighter at these stations. Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell for helping us identify the truly needy children in her district and helping us get the winter coats that they so desperately needed. Councilman Curtis Jones and his committee for addressing the Ebola threat, now ensuring that our paramedics are equipped with the best possible Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 of any highly contagious disease threat, once again reducing the risk of exposure to not just our firefighters and paramedics and their families but to all the citizens of Philadelphia. Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez and Councilman Denny O'Brien for including us in their Land Bank and vacant property legislation that can't help but improve the quality of life for all of Philadelphia and reducing the risk of injury or death to our firefighters. I would be remiss if I didn't recognize Council President Darrell Clarke, Councilman Bill Greenlee, and former Councilman Ed Neilson. When this Board took office, there was about a three foot wall between Local 22 and the City Administration.
Through their persistence and calmness, they were able to help both sides slowly chip away the wall. It's funny, but in the end, I felt Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 down with Mayor Nutter, Everett Gillison, and Mike Resnick and being able to talk honestly about any of the many issues facing us. Of course, not always agreeing, but at least talking and understanding both points of view. We were able to settle an arbitration award that went without appeal for the first time in over 15 years. This greatly improved relationships. It certainly would not have been possible without the help of all of City Council. I really want to stress the point that every single member of Council has helped us over the past two years. Your support, your advice, and your guidance are truly appreciated by all of us as a Board and all of the firefighters and paramedics in Philadelphia. I know this City Council is often criticized, but you have all -- you all have to be one of the most involved, engaged, and caring City Councils that Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 was my great honor and privilege to serve with the Executive Board of the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 22 and to work hand in hand with all of you. Thank you again for this great honor. )
Thank you. Our next order of business is communications. Would the Sergeant-of-Arms please deliver the messages from the Mayor to the Chief Clerk. Thank you. Mr. Decker, would you please read those messages.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Sections 4-604 Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill Nos. 150646, 150648, and 150666. And I am pleased to advise you that on October 20, 2015, I signed all of the bills which were passed by Council at its session on October 8, 2015.
Thank you, Mr. Decker. Do you have any additional communications?
Thank you very much. Our next order of business will be our introduction of bills and resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.
Thank you, Mr. President. Today I have no bills or resolutions.
Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Thank you, Councilwoman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee.
Thank you, Mr. President. On your behalf, I offer one bill and one resolution.
An ordinance amending Chapter 12-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Towing and Immobilizing of Parked or Abandoned Vehicles," and Chapter 12-2700, entitled "Permit Parking Districts," by adding new temporary parking permit provisions, penalties, and violations.
And a non-privileged resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Twenty-Eighth Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
That will be on next week's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Council President. Today I offer and introduce two bills.
An ordinance establishing a no truck parking regulation on both sides of Torresdale Avenue, from Linden Avenue to Rhawn Street.
And an ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 grades on a portion of City Plan No. 197 by striking from the City Plan Russell Street from Casper Street to Balfour Street.
Referred to committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.
A privileged resolution declaring October as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month."
And that will be on this week's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Johnson.
Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Thank you, Councilman.
An ordinance authorizing Nancy Trachtenberg to install, own and maintain an open air sidewalk cafe at 1444 South Broad Street.
That bill will be referred to committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
An ordinance authorizing the construction of a water main and appurtenant work in a proposed right-of-way, required to alleviate unsanitary conditions in a portion of East Fishers Lane.
Referred to committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 O'Brien.
Thank you, Mr. President. I have three privileged resolutions.
A privileged resolution honoring the accomplishments of Alex Doty during his time as Executive Director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.
That will be on this week's Final Passage Calendar.
And a privileged resolution recognizing the dedication of the "Sister Francesca Onley Education and Technology Center" at Holy Family University.
And a non-privileged resolution authorizing the creation of a "Special Committee on Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Student Loan Debt" to evaluate the social, economic, and legal impact of offering monetary and other incentives to reduce student loan debt of individuals who are residents of the City.
And that will be on next week's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.
An ordinance amending Bill No. 150162 (approved June 18, 2015), entitled "An ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2016 through 2021 inclusive," as amended by Bill No. 150611 (approved October 2015), by adding and revising certain projects, amounts and sources.
That Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 bill will be referred to committee. And the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.
I offer one resolution co-sponsored by members Goode, Johnson, Bass, and Quinones-Sanchez. Thank you.
A non-privileged resolution Calling on Au Bon Pain to Resolve its Ongoing Labor Dispute Quickly and Peacefully with Workers at the Philadelphia International Airport.
And that will be on next week's Final Passage Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.
An ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Businesses, Trades and Professions," to add a Chapter requiring individuals with responsibility for determination or evaluation of means and methods used during construction or demolition to provide notification to the City upon becoming aware of a violation of law or a substandard practice that presents a substantial threat of serious Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 bodily injury or damage to property.
And that bill will be referred to committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.
Thank you, Mr. President. I have no bills or resolutions.
Thank you, Councilman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Squilla.
Thank you, Mr. President. I offer one bill and one non-privileged resolution.
An ordinance renaming and designating Tolentine Community Center located at 1025 through 33 Mifflin Street as the "East Passyunk Community Recreation Center."
That bill will be referred to committee. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015
And a non-privileged resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Twenty-Fifth, Thirty-First and Thirty-Ninth Wards of the City of Philadelphia.
And that will be on next week's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Bass.
Thank you, Mr. President. I offer one privileged and one non-privileged resolution.
A privileged resolution recognizing and honoring Maria Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Pajil Battle on the occasion of her retirement as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and Marketing for Keystone First.
And that will be on this week's Final Passage Calendar.
And a non-privileged resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Forty-Ninth Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
And that will be on next week's Final Passage Calendar. The Chair recognizes Councilman Oh.
Thank you very Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 much, President. I offer two privileged resolutions, the first co-sponsored by Councilwoman Cindy Bass and the other by Councilmembers Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Henon, Quinones-Sanchez, Bass, O'Brien, and Reynolds Brown. Thank you.
A privileged resolution recognizing the Harmony for Peace Foundation for presenting "Celebrate Peace for UN70" to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations.
That will be on this week's Final Passage Calendar.
And a privileged resolution recognizing and honoring Thomas Henry Massaro for his dedicated service in providing a free, in-depth orientation to newly elected Philadelphia City Councilmembers to promote good government. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015
That will also be on this week's Final Passage Calendar. That concludes our introduction of bills and resolutions, and our next order of business is reports from committee. And the Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee for a report from the Committee on Rules.
Thank you, Mr. President. The Committee on Rules reports three bills with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. Mr. Decker, please read that report.
To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Rules, to which was referred Bill No. 150374, entitled "An ordinance establishing a neighborhood improvement district in the Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 by, and including, 11th Street to the West, Filbert Street to the North, 8th Street to the East and Market Street to the South, with the exception of certain condominium units at 801 Market Street Condominium not included in the District, to be known as the Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District; designating Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District Corporation, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District"; and Bill No. 150499, entitled "An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Zoning and Planning,' to provide for notice to be given to the Director of Commerce in connection with certain zoning and planning applications for permits, approvals and variances"; and Bill No. 150645, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 14-300 of The Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 Code, entitled 'Administration and Procedures,' to add requirements related to the recording of survey plans and final plats, all under certain terms and conditions," respectfully reports it has considered the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.
Thank you. The Chair again recognizes Councilman Greenlee.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 150374, 150499, and 150645. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills No. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 2ND READING 150374, 150499, and 150645. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and these bills will be on our First Reading Calendar today. We will now have consideration of the Calendar. I note that the bills just reported from committee have been deemed to have had a first reading. They will be on our Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar at our next session of Council. As there are no additional bills on the First Reading Calendar, the Chair recognizes Councilman Jones for the purpose of calling up bills and resolutions on the Final Passage Calendar.
Thank you, Mr. President. The following resolutions Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 and bills are being called up from Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars today: Nos. 150756, 150776, 150407, 150646, 140056, 150612, and 150009. All other resolutions and bills are being held.
Thank you, Councilman. Before considering the bills and resolutions on our Final Passage Calendar, we will have our public comment session. The public comment session will go as follows: If you are interested in testifying on a bill or resolution that is on the Final Passage Calendar today, if you have not already done so, I would ask that you sign up at the table to my left. When your name is called, you will go to the podium in the middle of the Council Chambers. There's a device, and that device has a green light. When that light turns green, it is your time Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING to speak. When the light turns yellow, you have 30 seconds to conclude your remarks, and when the light turns red, we'd ask that you please adhere to the guidelines and conclude your remarks. You will be given three minutes to testify. Mr. Decker, will you please call the first name.
There are no speakers on the public comment list, Mr. President.
Thank you very much. It's good to always stay in practice. And we will now consider the resolutions and bills on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar. And I ask, Mr. Decker, if you will please read the title of 150756.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Fourth Ward of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it, and Resolution 150756 has been adopted. Mr. Decker, please read the Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING title of 150776.
A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Seventh, Nineteenth, Thirty-Seventh and Forty-Second Wards of the City of Philadelphia.
Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Quinones-Sanchez.
Thank you. I move for its adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It's been moved and properly seconded. All those in favor? (Aye.)
Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Those opposed? (No response.)
The ayes have it, and Resolution 150776 is adopted. Mr. Decker, please read the title of 150407.
An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 253 by striking from the City Plan and vacating Kerper Place from Kerper Street to its terminus as a cul-de-sac turnaround northeastwardly therefrom.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move that Bill No. 150407 be placed on the Suspension Calendar. (Duly seconded.)
Thank you. It has been moved and properly seconded that Bill No. 150407 be Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING placed on the Suspension Calendar. All those in favor? (Aye.)
The ayes have it. Bill No. 150407 will be placed on the Suspension Calendar. Mr. Decker, 150646.
An ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan Nos. 120 and 121, within an area bounded by Jefferson Street, Twenty-Fourth Street, Oxford Street, and Twenty-Second Street by placing on the City Plan Bucknell Street from Oxford Street to Jefferson Street.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Aye. The ayes are 14; the nays are zero. A majority of members present voting in the affirmative, the bill passes. The Chair recognizes Councilman Henon.
Thank you, Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Council President. I just want to go on the record, as I momentarily stepped away from my desk, being recorded as aye on the votes prior to my return. Thank you.
Thank you, Councilman. The record shall reflect that Councilman Henon has voted aye on all bills and resolutions during his absence. Mr. Decker, 140056.
An ordinance amending Chapter 20-300 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Compensation and Benefits," by providing for the salary of the Majority Deputy Whip of Council.
This bill has been heard on two separate days. The question is shall the bill pass finally. Mr. Decker, call the roll.
Aye. Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING
Councilwoman Stated Meeting October 22, 2015 10/22/15 - STATED - 2ND READING Quinones-Sanchez.