Stated Meeting, November 19, 2009

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA STATED MEETING Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:05 a.m. PRESENT: COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANNA C. VERNA COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE BLACKWELL COUNCILMAN DARRELL L. CLARKE COUNCILMAN FRANK DiCICCO COUNCILMAN W. WILSON GOODE, JR. COUNCILMAN BILL GREEN COUNCILMAN WILLIAM GREENLEE COUNCILMAN CURTIS JONES, JR. COUNCILMAN JACK KELLY COUNCILMAN JAMES F. KENNEY COUNCILWOMAN JOAN L. KRAJEWSKI COUNCILMAN BRIAN J. O'NEILL COUNCILWOMAN MARIA QUINONES-SANCHEZ COUNCILWOMAN DONNA REED MILLER COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS BROWN COUNCILMAN FRANK RIZZO COUNCILWOMAN MARIAN B. TASCO MICHAEL A. DECKER, CHIEF CLERK V A R A L L O Incorporated Litigation Support Services Eleven Penn Center 1835 Market Street, Suite 600 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103 215.561.2220 215.567.2670

Good morning, everyone. I note that the hour has come and that a quorum of this Council is present. Council will come to order. Members will take their seats, and visitors will retire to the seats outside the rails. To give our invocation this morning, the Chair welcomes Reverend Deirdre Whitfield of Holy Apostles and the Mediator. She is here today as the guest of Councilwoman Brown. I would ask all members and guests to please rise. (Members and guests rise.)

Madam President, Anna Verna, and members of the Philadelphia City Council, giving glory and honor to God, creating all that is physical and spiritual, I humbly thank you for the opportunity to serve as Chaplain for City Council of Philadelphia on this day. I also give thanks for the Reynolds Brown by whose gracious invitation I have been called to offer this prayer. Let us pray. It is written that the highest form of service is that which is given to God, and to serve others is service to the most high. For that, we give God thanks for each member of this Council who have graciously accepted this call to serve and be accountable for their communities which although are diverse in many ways, not only by race, culture, creed and according to their needs, but also hold the commonality of humanity which connects us to the presence of the creator of all people who are made in God's image. It is through that connection that we earnestly beseech your presence in each member participating in these proceedings today that your spirit of wisdom and grace move them to break the barriers which divide, save them from all false choices, and guide them with reason of mind so that the work which you have called them to do this day may be accomplished fully and completely to the service, enrichment and peace of the entire and ever-changing communities of Philadelphia. Bless them, and may the peace of God which passes all understanding keep their heart and mind on God's perfect love, which enables them to love in return and impresses upon them the continued desire to serve and respect the dignity of every human being, so at day's end, that they may leave in quiet confidence knowing that through their diligence, constant effort, earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken, God's work is being wonderfully done. This we pray in the name of God the creator, God the redeemer and God the sustainer. Amen. (Amen.)

The Reverend Whitfield for her very inspiring invocation. Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)

The next order of business is the approval -the noise level is much too high. Can we have order, please. The next order of business is the approval of the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, November 5th, 2009, and the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the Journal of the meeting of Thursday, November 5th, 2009 stand approved. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the Journal of the meeting of November 5th, 2009 stand approved. All in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and the Journal is approved. The next order of business is requests for leaves of absence, and, again, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

Thank you, Madam President. On behalf of the majority, there are no requests for leaves of absence today.

Thank you. The Chair now recognizes Councilman O'Neill.

Madam President, on behalf of the republicans, there are no requests for leave of absence.

The The Chair will dispense with the regular order of business to recognize the guests and visitors joining us in Chambers this morning. On behalf of all members of City Council, I welcome you to our session. We appreciate your taking the time to join us as we attend to the legislative affairs of our city. We certainly invite you to come again. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.

Thank you, Madam President. Today I rise to honor some visitors to our city and to our country, who arrived on Sunday and who leave tomorrow. These are government leaders, business leaders, chairmen and other directors of many projects, public works projects and so forth. They are led by our friend, Bilagou (ph), and certainly by the Chairman of the Mayor's Commission on African and Caribbean Affairs, who just this past week was made County, Nigeria and will become an honorary citizen of Brazil next week. And let me say that a member of my staff, Anjali Chainani, joined him last weekend in Osun State. But we are pleased to announce the presence of 19 people, 19 leaders from ALGON, Ogun State, Nigeria. We invited them here today from our meeting last night, and we certainly want to welcome them to our City Council.

Thank you. I see that they're standing. Welcome. (Applause.)

Councilman Jones, you want to be recognized?

Yes, Madam President. With all of the discussion on education in the hearings this week, I'd just like to recognize one of my constituents, Devon Burkhart, who has chosen and his parents have chosen for home-schooled, and he is here today. I'd like him to rise. This is a part of a civics class that his mother, his teacher, has assigned him to do today. Can you rise and join me. (Applause.)

The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I'm pleased to introduce members from the Church of the Holy Apostles and the Mediator, which is led by the minister we heard today, Reverend Deirdre Whitfield. Please let us welcome members of her church, Deputy Mayor Everett Gillison, Stephanie Marsh we know with the Mayor's Office of Legislative Affairs, Marcia Hinton of the American Cities Foundation, Gladys Bell, Youdon Morris, Jeanette Gillison, Alex Morris, Jessica Hill, Lucille Potts and Jeanette Gillison, all members of the Church of the Holy Apostles and the to the Philadelphia City Council.

If they're here, please stand so we can recognize you. Welcome. (Applause.)

At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo, who will present a resolution honoring Nancy D. Kolb, President of the Please Touch Museum. Will Ms. Kolb and those accompanying her please join the Councilman at the podium. And I see that Councilman Rizzo is being joined by Councilman Jones and Councilwoman Brown. I am just being told that Ms. Kolb is actually retiring tomorrow after 21 years of service. We certainly want to wish her the very, very best in her future endeavors. God bless you. Councilman Rizzo.

Thank you, morning, everyone. This is a real pleasure, because I think many of us thought that when Nancy came to Council and talked about the development of the Please Touch Museum, I think we looked at each other and said, This is really an impossible task. But, boy, you proved us wrong. Honoring Nancy Kolb, as President Verna said, what a coincidence that tomorrow is the day she's retiring. So honoring Nancy Kolb's 21-year career as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Philadelphia-famed Please Touch Museum. The Council of the City of Philadelphia hereby congratulates, commends and thanks Nancy Kolb on the occasion of her retirement for her commitment, dedication and leadership in the City of Philadelphia, where she managed to develop the Please Touch Museum into an amazing nationally important attraction for young children a must-see venue in the City of Philadelphia.

Whereas, in 1988, Ms. Kolb became the President and CEO of the Philadelphia's Please Touch Museum, where for more than two decades she provided inspiration for children, parents and staff to effectively serve the Museum's mission to, quote, "enrich the lives of children by creating learning opportunities through play, enabling them to lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and cultural awareness"; and

Whereas, Ms. Kolb promoted the concept of the Please Touch Museum as an actual museum with extraordinary collections representing the history of learning through play, providing knowledge to some and pleasant memories to others with such items as the Wanamaker Monorail, the Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel, the Lit Brothers Enchanted Colonial Village, and memorabilia, the Dancing Keyboard made famous by Tom Hanks in the movie "Big" and many other important items; and

Whereas, Ms. Kolb led the successful effort to find better space for the Museum through difficult and challenging times, moving it eventually into the fabulously restored Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park, a historic landmark that was originally built for the 1876 Centennial Exhibition, thus marrying both a love of children and a history in one space; and

Whereas, our city is forever indebted to Nancy Kolb for her remarkable stewardship of the Please Touch Museum, for the beautiful renovations of Memorial Hall and for her visionary leadership that never let strategic planning get in the way of a most exciting opportunity, and it's in the 4th Councilmanic District, I might add.

And maybe we'll have our lunch after 21 years. Now, therefore, be it resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that it hereby congratulates, commends and thanks Nancy Kolb on the occasion of her retirement for her commitment, dedication and leadership in the City of Philadelphia, where she developed the Please Touch Museum into an amazing nationally important attraction for young children and families that is a must-see venue in the City of Philadelphia.

And, Marian, after tomorrow, you can probably schedule that lunch. Further resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Nancy Kolb, further evidencing the sincere admiration and gratitude of this legislative body. Congratulations, Nancy, on your retirement. (Applause.)

Mark Focht from Fairmount Park would like to -- not yet, Nancy. Some people want to say some nice things. Mark, go ahead.

Thank you, Councilman Rizzo, and good morning, everyone. On behalf of Mayor Nutter, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Michael DiBerardinis and then certainly the entire staff of Fairmount Park, I'm very pleased to join you today to acknowledge and celebrate Nancy and her retirement. Nancy, her vision, leadership and tenacity were key in the critical move of Please Touch from 20th Street to the beautifully restored Memorial Hall in the Centennial District in Fairmount Park. Nancy and her entire staff, many of which are behind us today, have been great partners in bringing that dream to reality, and Nancy, in partnership with many others and her staff and many other consultants, brought to reality something that government could not have done alone. So we at Fairmount Park, Nancy, wish you all the best in your retirement. We know we'll see you a lot in the Centennial District, and thank you. (Applause.)

And next is Gary Steuer from the Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy. Gary.

Thank you, Councilman. Well, I add my very sincere thanks, congratulations. I had the pleasure when I came here to Philadelphia last year of arriving right around the time that the new Please Touch was opening, so I felt like it was a really nice welcome party that Nancy threw for me. But now she's retiring, so I want to know what I did wrong that I've driven you away. not going away. One thing I learned here was that Nancy is really a force of nature. She is tenacious, passionate, honest. She would sometimes say blunt. And we need that. And I think she's been an extraordinary leader not just of her institution but a real civic leader, and I know in that regard, we're still going to have her with us. So thank you, Nancy. (Applause.)

And the Chairman of our Board. Talk about timing.

Better late than never. I was working on the soccer bid. I just wanted to add my thanks for this recognition, because true to the Please Touch forum, this is truly an effort that only has come to fruition because of the support of the people of Philadelphia, the leadership within Philadelphia, as well as the forceful brought to this process. So we just want to say thank you very much, and please keep coming. (Applause.)

Nancy.

Good morning, everybody. I'm finding that at this stage of my career, I'm getting way too much credit for something that was a collective effort. City Council, those of you who thought she's never going to pull it off, nah, nah, nah, nah, nah.

We believed you.

Not all of you did. To the staff of the Museum, many of whom are behind me, and the next President and CEO, Laura Foster, is back here -- we did the unusual thing. We promoted from within -- I want to say a special thank-you, because without them, I wouldn't be standing here today. And an amazing Board of Directors, headed by think Sally Stetson is here as well, who have been so supportive all the way along. They are probably the best Board any non-profit executive ever had to work with. So the answer to the question that I'm getting all the time, what's next, don't think you've seen the last of me. I am a homer about this city. I have always loved Philadelphia. I'm a lifelong Philadelphian, and I will continue to do what I possibly can to make things better, especially for the children and families. And to Frank, I'm sorry it didn't work out at Penn's Landing, but if we hadn't almost pulled off Penn's Landing, nobody would have ever believed that we had the capacity to take on Memorial Hall, and it is such -- I'm sorry we left your district too, Darrell, but we really do like the 4th District. It's been a remarkable journey, and if you haven't been out there, it's really you that used to play basketball or go swimming there, it's quite a bit different now. And last year we hosted 687,503 visitors, up from 180,000. (Applause.)

So thank you, City Council, for making it possible for us to do this. Thank you to Mark and Gary and to the whole City of Philadelphia, because it truly did take a village, in this case a very large village, to raise that Museum, and I am very grateful. Thank you. (Applause.)

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

The Chair now recognizes Councilman Kenney, who will present a resolution recognizing Judge Annette Rizzo. Will Judge Rizzo and those accompanying her please join the I see that Councilman Kenney is being joined by Councilwoman Tasco. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.

Thank you, Madam President. Can I have your attention, please.

Just a moment, please. I'm sorry. We're still in session. Those leaving, please do so quietly.

Thank you, Madam President. This is a resolution recognizing Judge Annette M. Rizzo for her involvement in the ground-breaking Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program and thanking her for her hard work and tireless dedication to families throughout the City of Philadelphia by preventing thousands of thousands of Philadelphians resolve complications regarding their mortgage payments. Whereas, the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program was initiated in April 2008 by the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas to assist families facing eviction from their homes through foreclosure; Whereas, the three-part program begins with an initial meeting between the homeowner and a housing counselor where they discuss and formulate a loan resolution package. Following this meeting, a conciliation conference is scheduled where proposals to cure the mortgage default are negotiated by the lender's attorney and the homeowner in an attempt to restructure the original mortgage agreement. These courtroom meetings encourage a proactive approach to the problem, as well as a compromise between lenders and homeowners. The to raise homeowner awareness of the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program. Through this program outreach, workers have made more than 3,000 visits to 2,400 properties and increased overall participation in the program by 12 percent. Also, the SaveYourHomePhilly Hotline and counseling service provides legal assistance and additional information about the program to besieged homeowners throughout the City of Philadelphia; and Whereas, with 860,000 property foreclosures in 2008 throughout the United States, the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Program has effectively addressed this crisis and prevented thousands of mortgage foreclosures throughout the City of Philadelphia. This is reinforced by the fact that 78 percent of those who participated in the program's June 2008 conciliation conferences were still in their homes at end, as well as the verity that foreclosure levels were down 20 percent in the second half of 2008, illustrating the effectiveness of the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program in preventing foreclosures and home evictions throughout Philadelphia; and Whereas, the program has been used as a model for other jurisdictions throughout the United States with at least 20 different states having adopted similar versions modeled off of the City's program;

Whereas, many community outreach groups such as the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) have urged for the program to be enacted nationwide. In a report released in April 2009, ACORN stated, quote, "Philadelphia has pioneered an innovative and remarkably effective program that is easy for homeowners to participate in and utilize the expertise of housing counselors," end of quote; and Whereas, in October 2008, Judge Rizzo was presented with the Judge Lisa A. Richette Outstanding Woman in the Law Award, and in March 2009, she received a Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network Excellence Award for her work concerning the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program as well as her tireless dedication to residents throughout the City of Philadelphia; and Whereas, the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program prevents the continuation of exploitive loan agreements that target struggling families, and in just one year, there have been hundreds of success stories throughout the City of Philadelphia regarding citizens overwhelmed by economic hardship that were given an opportunity to catch up on their payments and avoid eviction from their homes through the program; and Whereas, on behalf of these citizens, the City of Philadelphia would like to thank Judge Rizzo -- and I personally want to thank her -- as well as the various outreach groups and volunteer lawyers that continue to work tirelessly to assist homeowners throughout the City of Philadelphia. Now, therefore, be it resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that Council does hereby recognize Judge Annette M. Rizzo for her involvement in the ground-breaking Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program and thanks her for her hard work and tireless dedication to families throughout the City of Philadelphia by preventing thousands of mortgage foreclosures and helping thousands of Philadelphians resolve complications regarding their mortgage payments. Further resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Judge Annette M. Rizzo as sentiments and recognition of this legislative body. We all thank you for what you've done. You saved our citizens from a lot of pain and suffering, and we thank you and congratulate you. (Applause.)

The Chair recognizes Judge Rizzo for remarks. JUDGE RIZZO: All right. Settle back, 45 minutes live presentation coming up on the program. Good morning. (Good morning.) JUDGE RIZZO: No. Good morning. (Good morning.) JUDGE RIZZO: I am so thrilled to be here for a variety of reasons. First of all, thank you, Councilman Kenney, and thank you, Councilwoman Tasco, and all the members of City Council, because I've reached out to you in some way or you've reached out to us in your various districts or have partnered with us on significant programs which have made a difference in this city. I was so touched to hear about the Please Touch Museum, a wonderful hallmark of the City. I could sit here all day and listen to all the wonderful stories of people who have stepped up as Philadelphians to make a difference. You do it every day in your work. It's all mission work. This program brings together a lot of components that really have gotten national attention. Media-wise, just yesterday we were on the front page of the New York Times, and in the past, we've been on national news, but I have to tell you, the radar this Chambers, this City Council, has put to the program really means so very much to me personally and to members of the group who really fuel it, and I'd like to recognize Donna Lytle, Rachel Gallegos my group, my chambers, who really fuel this program, and I really want to thank them, because they really keep it all together. So thank you. (Applause.) JUDGE RIZZO: And they're just the tip of the iceberg, because as we speak in this Chamber, right up in Courtroom 676 history is being made, but hopefully, more importantly, significant success is being made. We are in session every Thursday morning and afternoon session to really have this program fueled. So I invite any of you here present as members of City Council as well as those visiting the Chambers to come and see what we do in Philadelphia to care for our own, to tend to our garden. And this all happens because of one very important reason. Yeah, we have the caring and the heart, but we have absolute complete cooperation and collaboration among all three members of in this city, under this very roof, with our wonderful City Council and with Mayor Nutter and his wonderful Office of Housing and Community Development, the whole network of housing counselors, the outreach groups, the volunteer lawyers from our Bar. It all just doesn't happen. It works together. And I even see Donald Haskin in the audience from Citigroup, because our lenders are stepping up as well to work with us. So thank you, Don. I don't know if you're here for something else, but I saw him and I thought I'd say hi. But all that said, I can go on and on, but seeing is believing. If you do want to visit, please do so. If you have questions, help us help ourselves with outreach, with getting people in the chute, to call the Philly Hotline. I never lose an opportunity to thank those who help to fuel it, but also the outreach. We need to help each other. We are here, in full partnership with you, to continue to make this program, and unfortunately the need is there. Boy, I wish I could say we're going out of business in 2010, but even new stats in the Wall Street Journal today say otherwise. We are here to do the mission. Thank you for your partnership in completing it. We appreciate it. Thank you. (Applause.)

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

The Chair now recognizes Councilman Jones, who will present a resolution recognizing the Philadelphia Tribune, which happens to be located in the 2nd Councilmanic District, on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. I see that Mr. Bogle is here, and I would ask that those accompanying at the podium. I also see that Councilman Jones is being accompanied by Councilwoman Brown, Councilman Goode, Councilwoman Tasco, Councilman Kenney and Councilwoman Blackwell. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.

Please let the record reflect that this resolution was sponsored by Council President Verna, who would be reading it now but has the responsibility of presiding over this body.

Thank you very much, Mr. Jones.

Yes, ma'am. I'll put on the record. Standing the test of time is an adage that applies to the Philadelphia Tribune on its 125th anniversary. No institution in Philadelphia is always right, but it is comforting to know that the Philadelphia Tribune is always there. business, most businesses last three to five years. A hundred twenty-five years is an accomplishment, and we'd like to recognize that this morning. One of the things you need to note is that I didn't have enough whereas's and therefore's to include all of my colleagues, who are angry with me because they are not up here right now, and I'd like to recognize that they all asked to be up here. Recognizing and celebrating the Philadelphia Tribune on the occasion of its 125th anniversary serving the African American community in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Whereas, the Philadelphia Tribune was founded in 1884 by Christopher J. Perry, when the City had only 108,000 African Americans; and

Whereas, the Philadelphia Tribune is the nation's oldest continually printed Philadelphia area's largest newspaper serving the African American community; and COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Whereas, Robert W. Bogle, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Philadelphia Tribune, has successfully led the newspaper since attaining his position in July of 1989; and

Whereas, under the leadership of Robert W. Bogle, the National Newspaper Publisher's Association, a trade association which represents 205 African American-owned newspapers, has recognized the Philadelphia Tribune as the "best newspaper in America," underscored, in bold print, with exclamation points, seven out of the last 11 years; and

Whereas, the Philadelphia Tribune has celebrated the accomplishments of African American leaders in the Philadelphia area by honoring the top 10 influential African year; and

Whereas, the Philadelphia Tribune has consistently advocated on behalf of African American rights, African American causes and recognition for African American issues in the City of Philadelphia in an effort to further the stance of African Americans in this great city. Now, therefore

Resolved, by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that it hereby recognizes and celebrates the Philadelphia Tribune on the occasion of its 125th anniversary serving the African American community in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Further be it resolved that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to the Robert W. Bogle, publisher of the Philadelphia Tribune, as evidence of our sincere sentiments of this legislative body. (Applause.)

The Chair recognizes Mr. Bogle for remarks.

Good morning. Madam President, members of Council, on behalf of all the members of the Philadelphia Tribune, its Board and staff but, more importantly, the men and women that we have served for 125 years, for those of you as members of Council who are not here, standing here, I want you to know that we do appreciate the fact that you're with us, and your absence standing here does not in any way indicate your lack of interest and the people that we serve. So on those who are not standing here, we also would like to recognize you. For 125 years, the Philadelphia Tribune has articulated and spoken for those who have been voiceless. This is a challenge that we have faced for 125 years, and the reward of that commitment is demonstrated by this citation this that you have taken the time to do this to recognize these men and women. Let me share with you some of those who are standing here with me. Not only do we have the members of our Council, we have members of the senior staff of the Philadelphia Tribune, our managing editor, senior members of our editorial department. We have members of our Board, Mr. Green and Mr. Black. Who else do we have here? We have America, marketing, ads. Can you help me here? I won't take up all of your time. I want you to know that we are extremely, if not extraordinarily, grateful for this recognition and those who made it possible. I certainly would like a member of our Board to say something, which would be an expression of their participation and service in helping us celebrate this 125 years. Mr. Green.

I told him not to certainly appreciate Council taking a moment to recognize the efforts of the Philadelphia Tribune over the last 125 years, and in case you may have missed it, we're celebrating again on Saturday at a fine gala. So we invite you to attend that. Thank you. (Applause.)

Once again, Councilman Jones and all the members of Council and the citizens of Philadelphia, thank you so much. (Applause.)

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

The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Miller, who is also being accompanied by Councilwoman Tasco, who will present a resolution recognizing the Business Center for Entrepreneurship and Social Rich-Wheeler and those accompanying her please join the Councilwomen at the podium. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Miller.

Good morning. Thank you, Council President Verna. It's my honor to be a part of recognizing this group that's really been growing up in the Northwest. Resolution honoring the Business Center for Entrepreneurship and Social Enterprise for ten years of success and achievement. Whereas, in 1999, the Business Center for Entrepreneurship and Social Enterprise (The Business Center) was established as a non-profit business incubation organization to serve the businesses in neighborhoods of Northwest Philadelphia and beyond; and

Whereas, Business Center is to stimulate the genesis and growth of small businesses in Germantown, Mount Airy, West Oak Lane and Olney, and its efforts have been helped to energize neighborhood development and economics in Northwest Philadelphia; and Whereas, The Business Center offers programs that foster business success, including the annual Enterprising Woman Business Plan Competition where 66 female entrepreneurs receive monetary awards to assist them in growing their businesses, the Small Business Communiversity program where over 1,000 participants have been educated on writing and implementing business plans, the Youth Entrepreneurship program where many participants have gone to colleges and trade schools and have become entrepreneurs, the Youth and Money camp where children ages 7 to 14 are educated about entrepreneurship and the importance literacy; and Whereas, from a national and global perspective, The Business Center has launched an online business plan and workshop that has trained participants from Virginia to Tennessee, submitted a proposal to the University of Nigeria to offer business planning workshops, and participated in national conferences by demonstrating how business plan competitions can be a catalyst for regional economic development; and

Whereas, The Business Center has built collaborative partnership relationships with over 50 community development agencies, businesses and associations and city, state and federal organizations in order to promote small businesses and community entrepreneurship. Therefore, be it, resolved by the Council of the City of Philadelphia, that we hereby honor The Business Center for Entrepreneurship and Social of success and achievement in promoting entrepreneurship in our communities. Further resolved, that an engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to representatives of The Business Center for Entrepreneurship and Social Enterprise as evidence of the sincere sentiments of this legislative body. Certified that this is a true and correct copy of the original resolution, adopted by the Council of the City of Philadelphia on the 8th day of October 2009. Signed by Anna C. Verna, President of City Council. Introduced by Donna Reed Miller, Marian B. Tasco and Bill Green and sponsored by all members of City Council. Thank you. (Applause.)

The Chair recognizes Ms. Wheeler for remarks.

Good morning, everyone. Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity to come before City Council. We'd like to personally thank Councilwomen Donna Reed Miller and Marian Tasco, and as it was stated, we've accomplished a lot in the ten-year period following our own business plan. We teach people how to write their business plans, and as my mother always told me, write it down, it's more likely to happen. With the business plan, you can have a roadmap for success, and we believe in our mission, which is to help businesses start, sustain and expand their operations, and through the programs that were mentioned, we've been able to not only help individuals start their businesses, but maintain a presence in the City of Philadelphia, which ultimately helps this economy. And our slogan this year is "Entrepreneurship is Hot Even Though the Economy is Not." And at this time, I would like to recognize individuals who are here today, because without the support and without the advice of many that work with us, we would not be celebrating our ten-year anniversary. We have with us our past Board President, Bill Parshall of Temple University's Center City campus. We also have our Director of Educational Programs, Terry Rivera. We have our Director of Client Services and Communications, Melissa Stewart. We have one of our advisors and past instructors, Phoebe Coles, and one of our consultants and also presently our accountant, Anthony Davis. (Applause.)

And I would just like to close by saying this would not be a celebration without dancing and festive times. So please join us tomorrow evening as we celebrate. Our theme is "Dancing With the Stars of the Northwest," and we will be celebrating at Temptations on 220 West Chelten Avenue at 6:30 p.m. (Applause.)

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

The next order of business is communications. The Chair requests that the Sergeant-At-Arms deliver the messages to the Chief Clerk. The Chief Clerk will please read the messages from the Mayor.

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, I am pleased to advise you that on November 18, 2009, I signed the following bill that was passed by Council at its session on November 5, 2009: Bill No. 090390; and I am transmitting for the consideration of your honorable body a resolution approving the redevelopment contract and disposition supplement of the Redevelopment Authority of the City redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Eastwick Urban Renewal Area; and An ordinance amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by adopting the 2009 Pennsylvania Uniformed Construction Code; and An ordinance amending Subcode "A" of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Administrative Code," to revise various fee provisions; and An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver deeds conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of residential property located in the First Councilmanic District; and An ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2010 from the Grants Revenue Fund to the General Fund; and Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver a deed conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of land, located at 745 through 47 North 19th Street; 801 through 35 North 19th Street; 1825 through 45 Wylie Street; and 1851 Wylie Street; and An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority a deed conveying fee simple title to 928 South 17th Street; 1009 South 17th Street; 1011 South 17th Street; and 1035 South 17th Street; and An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver a deed conveying fee simple title to 917 South 18th Street; 1023 South 18th Street; 1030 South Bouvier Street; 1633 Carpenter Street; 1635 Carpenter Street; 1542 Christian Street; 1833 Christian Street; and 1834 Christian Street; and An ordinance authorizing Joseph Vento to own and maintain various sidewalk encroachments, all under certain terms and conditions.

Thank you. The messages will be printed in the Journal. The Chief Clerk will please read any other communications in his possession.

I have none, Madam President.

I thank you. The next order of business is the introduction of bills and resolutions, and the Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.

Thank you, Madam President. I offer three bills and two resolutions.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance amending Section 9-605 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Towing," to provide a private right of action for persons aggrieved by certain violations of that Section.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Chapter 12-800, entitled "Bicycle Regulations and Penalties," by increasing the fines for certain violations of that Chapter and by providing for forfeiture of bicycles not equipped with brakes in violation of that Chapter.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Chapter 12-800, entitled "Bicycle Regulations and Penalties," by increasing the fines for certain violations of that Chapter.

This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a resolution recognizing and thanking Representative Bob Brady for his involvement in mediating the 2009 SEPTA strike.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.

I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.

And a resolution recognizing and thanking Governor Edward Rendell for his involvement in mediating the 2009 SEPTA strike.

The Chair again recognizes Councilman Kenney.

I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.

Thank you, Madam President. Today I introduce one resolution.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title.

A resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground situate in the Fifty-First Ward of the City of Philadelphia.

The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Blackwell.

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

All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman Greenlee.

Thank you, Madam President. I offer one bill, which is co-sponsored by Councilman Clarke.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the bill.

An ordinance amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," by amending Section 12-102 by adding definitions; adding a new Section, providing for certain requirements for block parties and festivals.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

Madam President, I offer one bill and one resolution. I offer two bills for you and one resolution.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "A," entitled "The Philadelphia Administrative Code," by amending Chapter 5, entitled "Violations," and by amending Subcode "PM," entitled, "The Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code."

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority a deed conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of land, with the improvements thereon, located at 928 South 17th Street; 1009 South 17th Street; 1011 South 17th Street; and 1035 South 17th Street.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver a deed conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of land, with any improvements thereon, located at 917 South 18th Street; 1023 South 18th Street; 1030 South Bouvier Street; 1633 Carpenter Street; 1635 Carpenter Street; and 1542 Christian Street.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Eastwick Urban Renewal Area, designated as Parcel No. 55.

The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.

And a resolution supporting the Philadelphia Department of Public Health's proposal to U.S. Centers for Disease for grant funding of Tobacco Prevention and Control Programs.

The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Miller.

Thank you, Madam President. Today I offer four bills.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wayne Avenue, Walnut Lane and Penn Central Rail Road Right of Way.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance establishing a one way regulation on Old York Road, from 66th Avenue to North 67th Avenue, southbound.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 242 by striking from the City Plan and vacating portions of the beds of Old York Road and a certain cut-back area at the southerly side of Sixty-Sixth Avenue between Old York Road and Broad Street.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance granting permission to ABEER, Limited Partnership, owner of the property Oak Lane Diner, 6528 North Broad Street, to legalize a one-story concrete masonry construction.

This bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Sanchez.

Thank you, Madam President. I have two privileged bills for the Administration.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by adopting the 2009 Pennsylvania Uniformed Construction Code.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Subcode "A" of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Administrative Code," to revise various fee provisions and provide an exception to certain permitting requirements for public utilities.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Green.

Thank you, Madam President. I have no bills or resolutions.

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.

Thank you, Madam President. I have one bill, two resolutions, one co-sponsored by Councilwoman Blackwell.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the bill.

An ordinance authorizing Charles E. Jackson, his successors and assigns, to legalize, construct, own, operate and maintain an existing building extension at 5801 Master Street.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a resolution authorizing Council's Committee on Licenses and Inspections and Committee on Housing, Neighborhood Development and the Homeless to conduct an investigation of the best practices for demolition, cleaning, maintenance and resale of vacant properties in a timely manner.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.

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

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and the resolution will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a resolution recognizing the contributions Native Americans have made to Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia area and the country on the occasion of Native American Heritage Day.

Again, the Chair recognizes Councilman Jones.

Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.

Thank you, Madam President. I offer one resolution.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title.

A resolution authorizing the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings to review the strategic plan of the Office of Economic Opportunity.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Goode.

I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. The resolution will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I offer three resolutions, one of which is co-sponsored by my colleagues Jones, DiCicco and Kenney, Madam President.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title.

A resolution calling on all Philadelphia retail stores to implement plastic bag recycling.

The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.

And a resolution supporting the Philadelphia Department of Public Health's application to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control for grant funding of Obesity, Physical Activity and Nutrition Programs.

Again, the Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.

And a resolution congratulating Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, Beta Delta Zeta Chapter on sixty-five years of continuous service to the Philadelphia community.

The Chair again recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Thank you, Madam President. I offer four bills.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance authorizing Joseph Vento, owner of Geno's Steaks, Inc., to legalize various existing sidewalk encroachments.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Chapter 12-800 of The Philadelphia code, entitled "Bicycle Regulations and Penalties," by requiring the registration of a bicycle that is operated on any public right of way, and providing penalties for violations.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance establishing a police parking only regulation on Race Street, between North 7th Street and North 9th Street.

This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to execute and deliver deeds conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of vacant residential property located in the First Councilmanic District.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Krajewski.

Thank you, Madam President. I have three bills.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance authorizing transfers in Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2010 from the Grants Revenue Fund, the Director of Finance Provision for Other Grants to the General Fund.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing John Byrne, owner of Pasiano's, 7100 Tulip Street, to legalize the construction, operation and maintenance of an existing enclosed set of stairs located on the Princeton Avenue side of that property.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Chapter 19-3100, entitled "Attorney Fees in Collection Matters; Retention of Private Attorneys," by providing for imposition of attorney and collection agency fees in connection with certain collection activity.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman O'Neill.

Madam President, I offer one bill.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title.

An ordinance establishing the installation of all-way stop signs at the intersection of Lawndale Avenue and Bleigh Avenue.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.

Thank you, Madam President. I have three bills and one resolution.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the first bill.

An ordinance amending Section 10-1001 of Title 10 (Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity) of The Philadelphia Code relating to fees charged by the Commissioner of Records.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance amending Section 10-1001 of Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code relating to fees charged by the Commissioner of Records.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.

And an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver a deed conveying fee simple title to certain parcels of land, located at 745 through 47 North 19th Street; 801 through 35 North 19th Street; 1825 through 45 Wylie Street; and 1851 Wylie Street.

This bill will also be referred to the appropriate committee.

And a resolution recognizing Community College of Philadelphia student athletes and coaches for superior achievements in intercollegiate sports.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Clarke.

I move for the adoption. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kelly.

Madam President, I have no bills or resolutions.

The Chair thanks the gentleman. The Chair recognizes Councilman Rizzo.

Madam President, one bill.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of the bill.

An ordinance amending Chapter 14-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning Board of Adjustment," to provide that the Zoning Board of Adjustment shall require any person seeking a variance from the 14 to be current in payments of all taxes imposed under Title 19.

The bill will be referred to the appropriate committee. The next order of business is reports from committees. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney for a report from the Committee on Rules.

Thank you, Madam President. The Committee on Rules reports four bills out with favorable recommendations.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.

To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Rules, to which was referred Bill No. 090471, entitled "An ordinance to amend the changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ridge Avenue, Sedgley Avenue, Diamond Street and Glennwood Avenue"; and Bill No. 090472, entitled "An ordinance amending Bill No. 080588, entitled, 'An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Arch Street, 18th Street, Cuthbert Street and 19th Street'"; and Bill No. 090517, entitled "An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, 42nd Street, Locust Street and 43rd Street"; and Bill No. 090571, entitled "An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land bounded by Market Street, Farragut Street, Chestnut Street and 49th Street," respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.

Madam President, I move the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bills No. 090471, 472, 517 and 571. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from committee. All those in favor will indicate by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco for a report from the Committee on Finance.

Thank you, Madam President. The Committee on Finance reports out four bills with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please read the report.

The Committee on Finance, to which was referred Bill No. 090119, entitled "An ordinance amending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Business Privilege Taxes,' by adding the definition of certified excluding from the definition of receipts, any receipts from the specific business conducted by certain certified sustainable businesses"; and Bill No. 090687, entitled "An ordinance amending Bill No. 090212, entitled 'An ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2010 through 2015 inclusive,' by revising and adding certain projects, amounts and sources"; and Bill No. 080746, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 17-104 of The Philadelphia Code, relating to the prerequisites to the execution of City contracts, by adding a new subsection prohibiting the acceptance of bids on City contracts from, or the execution of original or renewal contracts with, corporations or other business entities that do business in Iran or Sudan"; and Bill No. 090688, entitled "An ordinance amending Bill No. 090213, 'An ordinance to adopt the Fiscal 2010 Capital Budget,' by revising and adding certain projects, amounts and sources," respectfully reports it has considered and amended the same and returns the attached bills to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco.

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from committee, with the exception of Bill 090687 and Bill 090688. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from committee. All those in favor will say (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and the bills just read will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. Bill Nos. 090687 and 090688 will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for our next session of Council. The Chair now recognizes Councilwoman Brown for a report from the Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

Thank you, Madam President. The Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs reports two bills with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you. The Chief Clerk will please

The Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, to which was referred Bill No. 090776, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of the Department of Parks and Recreation to enter into a license agreement between the City of Philadelphia and Juniata Golf Foundation under which Juniata Golf Foundation would operate, manage and maintain Juniata Golf Course as a public golf course"; and And Bill No. 090778, entitled "An ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of the Department of Parks and Recreation to enter into a license agreement between the City of Philadelphia and Impact Services Corporation under which Impact Services Corporation would operate, manage and maintain Walnut Lane Golf Course as a public golf course, all under certain terms and conditions," respectfully reports it has considered the same and to Council with a favorable recommendation.

Thank you. The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Brown.

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill Nos. 090776 and 090778. (Duly seconded.)

It has been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of the bills just reported from committee. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and the bills just read 11/19/09 - STATED - 1ST READING will be placed on our First Reading Calendar for today. The next order of business is the consideration of the Calendar. I note that the bills just reported from committee with a suspension of the rules have been deemed to have had a first reading. The bills will be placed on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar for the next session of Council. The Chair recognizes the Chief Clerk. We have three others. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 090667.

An ordinance amending Chapter 14-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Miscellaneous," by repealing Section 14-1626, entitled "Demolition Moratorium in Old City," and Section 14-1628, entitled "Demolition Moratorium in Queen Village," and enacting a new Section 14-1626, entitled "Demolition Moratorium Districts," and designating Waverly Walk 11/19/09 - STATED - 1ST READING between 12th Street and 13th Street and Addison Street between 12th Street and 13th Street as Demolition Moratorium Districts.

The chair agrees.

And Bill No. 090691, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-605 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Towing,' and Section 12-2405, entitled 'Removal or Immobilization of Parked Vehicles; Notice,' to prohibit the towing of vehicles identified as reported stolen unless an attempt has been made by the Police to give the vehicle owner an opportunity to recover the vehicle before the vehicle is towed."

The Chair agrees.

And Bill No. 090671, entitled "An ordinance amending Section 17-109 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Local Bidding Preferences,' by providing for a local bidding preference 11/19/09 - STATED - 1ST READING for contracts funded by certain federal stimulus moneys, all under certain terms and conditions."

The Chair agrees. At this time, the Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney regarding a motion concerning Bill No. 090119.

Thank you, Madam President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit an amendment to be offered to Bill No. 090119. (Duly seconded.)

All in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it. Again, the Chair recognizes 11/19/09 - STATED - 1ST READING Councilman Kenney.

Madam President, I would like to offer an amendment to Bill No. 090119. A copy of the amendment has been circulated to all members of Council. I move for the adoption of the amendment. (Duly seconded.)

All in favor of the motion will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it, and Bill No. 090119 is amended. Bill No. 090119 and all other bills read by the Clerk on the First Reading Calendar will be placed on our Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar for next week -- or our next session of Council. I forgot next week is Thanksgiving. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING The Chair recognizes Councilwoman Tasco for the purpose of calling up the bills to be considered on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar.

Thank you, Madam President. Bill No. 090660-A, 090581-A, 080130, 090071, 090578, 090582, 090584, 090585, 090573, 090574, 090575, 090668, 090702, 090703, 090709, 090710, 090711, 090712 and 090672 are being called up for Second Reading and Final Passage Calendar today. Bill No. 090568 is being amended. All other bills are being held.

Thank you very much. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 090660-A.

An ordinance amending Bill No. 080468-A (approved November 5, 2008), entitled "An ordinance amending Section 9-1103 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Unlawful 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING Employment Practices,' and enacting a new Chapter 9-3200, entitled 'Entitlement to Leave Due to Domestic or Sexual Violence,' to provide that certain employees may take unpaid leave from work to address domestic or sexual violence."

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

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Aye.

Councilman Clarke.

Aye.

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Councilman Goode.

Aye.

Councilman Green. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Aye.

Councilman Greenlee.

Aye.

Councilman Jones.

Aye.

Councilman Kelly.

Aye.

Councilman Kenney.

Aye.

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Aye.

Councilwoman Miller.

Aye.

Councilman O'Neill.

Aye.

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Aye.

Councilman Rizzo. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Aye.

Councilwoman Sanchez.

Aye.

Councilwoman Tasco.

Aye.

Council President Verna.

Aye. The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. The Chief Clerk will please read and call No. 090581-A.

An ordinance amending Chapter 9-400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Carriers," by adding a new Section 9-410, entitled "Pedicabs," to provide for the licensing and regulation of businesses operating Pedicabs for hire.

This 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please call the roll.

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Aye.

Councilman Clarke.

Aye.

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Councilman Goode.

Aye.

Councilman Green.

Aye.

Councilman Greenlee.

Aye.

Councilman Jones.

Aye.

Councilman Kelly. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Aye.

Councilman Kenney.

Aye.

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Aye.

Councilwoman Miller.

Aye.

Councilman O'Neill.

Aye.

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Aye.

Councilman Rizzo.

Aye.

Councilwoman Sanchez.

Aye.

Councilwoman Tasco.

Aye. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Council President Verna.

Aye. The ayes are 17; the nays are zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, this bill passes. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 090568.

An ordinance amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "PM," by requiring the periodic inspection of the exterior walls and appurtenances of certain buildings.

The Chair recognizes Councilman Kenney.

Thank you, Madam President. I would like to offer an amendment to Bill No. 090568. The amendment has been circulated to all members of Council. I move its adoption. (Duly seconded.) 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

It has been moved and seconded that the amendment be adopted. All in favor will say aye. (Aye.)

Those opposed? (No response.)

The ayes have it and the motion carries. The Chief Clerk will please read the title of Bill No. 080130.

An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Chapter 14-300, entitled "Commercial Districts," by adopting a new section, entitled "Transit-Oriented Development District."

This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. The Chief Clerk will please 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING call the roll.

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Aye.

Councilman Clarke.

Aye.

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Councilman Goode.

Aye.

Councilman Green.

Aye.

Councilman Greenlee.

Aye.

Councilman Jones.

Aye.

Councilman Kelly.

Aye.

Councilman Kenney.

Aye. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Councilwoman Krajewski.

Aye.

Councilwoman Miller.

Aye.

Councilman O'Neill.

Aye.

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown.

Aye.

Councilman Rizzo.

Aye.

Councilwoman Sanchez.

Aye.

Councilwoman Tasco.

Aye.

Council President Verna.

Aye. The ayes are 17; the nays are 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING zero. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. We will now consider Bill 090071.

An ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Chapter 14-1600, entitled "Miscellaneous," by adopting a new Section, entitled "Overbrook Farms Transit-Oriented Center Special District Controls."

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

Councilwoman Blackwell.

Aye.

Councilman Clarke. 11/19/09 - STATED - 2ND READING

Aye.

Councilman DiCicco. COUNCILMAN DiCICCO: Aye.

Councilman Goode.

Aye.

Councilman Green.

Aye.

Councilman Greenlee.

Aye.

Councilman Jones.

Aye.

Councilman Kelly.

Aye.

Councilman Kenney.

Aye.

Councilwoman Krajewski.