Details Meeting Name: CITY COUNCIL Agenda status: Final Meeting date/time: 2/29/2024 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final   Meeting location: Room 400 Published agenda: Agenda Published minutes: Minutes   Attachments: Meeting Items (80) 80 records Group Clear sorting Clear grouping Group by Type Group by Result Export Export to Excel Export to PDF Export to Word Show: Legislation only Legislation only All agenda items File # Ver. Agenda # Name Type Title Action Result Tally Action Details Video 240147 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 2147 N. 5th Street in the 7th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240148 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution reappointing James Aros, Jr., to the position of Chief Assessment Officer of the Office of Property Assessment. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240149 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting an Ordinance amending Title 9 (“Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions”) of The Philadelphia Code to add a new chapter concerning protections for consumers against unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices, and providing remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240150 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 2903 Cecil B Moore Avenue, 2907 Cecil B Moore Avenue, and 2925 Cecil B Moore Avenue in the 5th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240151 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 5307 Market Street and 723 N. Shedwick Street in the Third Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240152 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 61 E. Ashmead Street, 65 E. Ashmead Street, 77 E. Ashmead Street, 23 E. Ashmead Street,24 E. Ashmead Street, 44 E. Ashmead Street, 49 E. Ashmead Street, 51 E. Ashmead Street, 53 E. Ashmead Street, 55 E. Ashmead Street, 57 E. Ashmead Street, 67 E. Ashmead Street, 73 E. Ashmead Street, 78 E. Ashmead Street, 89 E. Ashmead Street, 93 E. Ashmead Street, 106 E. Ashmead Street, 18 Collom Street, 34 Collom Street, 61 Collom Street, 87 Collom Street, 69 E. Wister Street, 71 E. Wister Street, 89 E. Wister Street, 91 E. Wister Street, 93 E. Wister Street, and 95 E. Wister Street in the 8th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240153 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting a resolution approving the fifth amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Tioga Urban Renewal Area, being the area generally bounded by Hunting Park avenue on the north, Broad street, Germantown avenue, Venango street, Fifteenth street, Allegheny avenue and Germantown avenue on the east, Glenwood avenue and Lehigh avenue on the south and Twenty-third street, Allegheny avenue and Twenty-second street on the west, including the fifth amendment to the urban renewal plan, which provides, inter alia, for changes that would make it consistent with the Tioga Redevelopment Area Plan and generally consistent with the most recent Comprehensive Plan approved by the City Planning Commission of the City of Philadelphia. READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240154 0     COMMUNICATION Transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: · 240012 · 240020 - 45 Days · 240063 - 45 Days · 240064 · 240065 · 240066 · 240086 READ AND FILED     Action details Not available 240125-A 0     Resolution Authorizing the creation of the Philadelphia Task Force on Food Insecurity to study and develop proposals, strategies, and recommendations to alleviate hunger and increase access to high quality food in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240126 0     Resolution Honoring Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. on his appointment as Board Chair at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority and recognizing Mr. Lawrence for his dedication to improving transit service across the SEPTA network. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240127 0     Resolution Congratulating the Audenried High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2024 Public League Championship. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240128 0     Resolution Honoring the Defender Association of Philadelphia on the 90th anniversary of the Association’s founding and recognizing the contributions of the Association and its attorneys to Philadelphia’s criminal justice system. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240129 0     Resolution Reappointing James Aros, Jr., to the position of Chief Assessment Officer of the Office of Property Assessment. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240130 0     Resolution Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 5307 Market Street and 723 N. Shedwick Street in the Third Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240131 0     Resolution Honoring Mr. Abdul-Rahim Muhammad, on the occasion of Black History Month, for his contributions to West Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240132 0     Resolution Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, Elaine Estes, a Spanish teacher at Furness High School who recently shined at the U.S. Olympic Trials as a long distance runner. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240133 0     Resolution Recognizing the life and legacy of Baba Joe Foster, a community leader in the movement for African-centered education in Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240134 0     Resolution Recognizing and Honoring Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman for her leadership as the first female and first Black Chief Executive Officer and President of the Philadelphia Zoo. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240118 0     Bill Amending Title 9 (“Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions”) of The Philadelphia Code to add a new chapter concerning protections for consumers against unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices, and providing remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240135 0     Resolution Recognizing and honoring Joy Parham-Thomas for her impactful contributions to a thriving Black food culture in Philadelphia as a chef, culinary educator, and advocate for food justice. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240136 0     Resolution Authorizing Philadelphia City Council to conduct hearings to investigate the efficiency, implementation, and enhancement of the outdoor dining program and improve opportunities for restaurants to operate streeteries and sidewalk cafes. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240119 0     Bill Authorizing encroachments in the nature of two new light poles and three existing light poles in the vicinity of the Southeast and Northwest corners of John F. Kennedy Boulevard and North Broad Streets and the Northeast corner of John F. Kennedy Boulevard and N. Juniper Street, all under certain terms and conditions. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240143 0     Resolution Authorizing and ratifying the designation of Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr., as Council’s representative in connection with an appeal of the decision of the Zoning Board of Adjustment with respect to 1451 North Broad Street and all litigation related thereto. Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240137 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the work and accomplishments of Denise Ripley, whose dedication to the city, to community service, and to the housing rights of all, have invigorated and supported civic life in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240138 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing Prudence Powell for her for her powerful advocacy, love for her community and her inspiring work to keep families in Philadelphia whole and to provide sanctuary and stability to all. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240139 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the life, work, and accomplishments of Rochelle Nichols-Solomon, whose dedication to serving, teaching, and advocating for students and marginalized peoples has improved the lives of people across the City of Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240140 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the work and accomplishments of the Stadium Stompers, whose dedication to advocating for the North Philadelphia community and for housing rights for all people have helped secure neighborhood stability for communities in the City of Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240120 0     Bill Amending Chapters 11-203 and 11-204 of The Philadelphia Code to impose penalties on applicants for failure to comply with the terms of their permit for the complete and satisfactory replacement of the permanent paving. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240141 0     Resolution Proclaiming the Month of March in 2024 as Irish Heritage Month in the City of Philadelphia and Honoring the St. Patrick’s Day Observance Association of Philadelphia. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240142 0     Resolution Honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of former Chief Clerk Michael Andrew Decker, our friend, colleague, and dedicated public servant. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240121 0     Bill Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 2401 E. Norris Street, all under certain terms and conditions. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240122 0     Bill Authorizing Norris Street Holdings, LLC to install, own, and maintain a Streetery in the Right-of-Way adjacent to 2401 E. Norris Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125-2913, under certain terms and conditions. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240123 0     Bill Authorizing Pat Olivieri, d/b/a Pat’s King of Steaks, to vend from a location in the right of way adjacent to the Pat’s Steaks location in the vicinity of 9th and Wharton Streets, under certain terms and conditions. Introduced and Referred     Action details Not available 240144 0     Resolution Also naming Federal Street, between 6th and 7th Streets, as “Bob Pantano Way”. Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240145 0     Resolution Also naming Chestnut Street between 12th and 13th Streets in the “Gayborhood” as “Michael Hinson Way” to honor the life and legacy of Philadelphia’s first appointed liaison with the city LGBTQ+ communities by Mayor John F. Street. Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240146 0     Resolution Celebrating the Life and Honoring the Memory of Trailblazing Physician, Researcher, and Humanitarian, Dr. Edith Peterson Mitchell. Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar     Action details Not available 240020-A 1     Bill Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” all under certain terms and conditions. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240020-A 1     Bill Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” all under certain terms and conditions. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240064 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Salmon Street, Ontario Street, Richmond Street, and Westmoreland Street. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240064 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Salmon Street, Ontario Street, Richmond Street, and Westmoreland Street. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240065 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Holme Avenue, Academy Road, and Willits Road. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240065 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Holme Avenue, Academy Road, and Willits Road. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240066 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wood Street, 4th Street, Vine Street, and Lawrence Street. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240066 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wood Street, 4th Street, Vine Street, and Lawrence Street. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240013-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Service and Other Businesses”, by adding a new section regulating the hours of operation of certain establishments and providing for penalties within an area bounded by East Lehigh Avenue, Kensington Avenue, D Street, E Tioga Street and Frankford Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240013-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Service and Other Businesses”, by adding a new section regulating the hours of operation of certain establishments and providing for penalties within an area bounded by East Lehigh Avenue, Kensington Avenue, D Street, E Tioga Street and Frankford Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240010-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-5900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Prohibition on Certain Gambling Machines and Skills Games,” to add additional prohibitions and provide for remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240010-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-5900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Prohibition on Certain Gambling Machines and Skills Games,” to add additional prohibitions and provide for remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240007 0     Bill Amending The Philadelphia Code to add a new Chapter 21-3400, entitled “Youth Name, Image, and Likeness Protection,” to establish provisions related to education and counseling for certain Philadelphia youth and their families who are considering licensing publicity rights, all under certain terms and conditions. SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL     Action details Not available 240007 0     Bill Amending The Philadelphia Code to add a new Chapter 21-3400, entitled “Youth Name, Image, and Likeness Protection,” to establish provisions related to education and counseling for certain Philadelphia youth and their families who are considering licensing publicity rights, all under certain terms and conditions. ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240020-A 1     Bill Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” all under certain terms and conditions. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240064 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Salmon Street, Ontario Street, Richmond Street, and Westmoreland Street. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240065 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Holme Avenue, Academy Road, and Willits Road. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240066 0     Bill To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wood Street, 4th Street, Vine Street, and Lawrence Street. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240013-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Service and Other Businesses”, by adding a new section regulating the hours of operation of certain establishments and providing for penalties within an area bounded by East Lehigh Avenue, Kensington Avenue, D Street, E Tioga Street and Frankford Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240010-A 1     Bill Amending Chapter 9-5900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Prohibition on Certain Gambling Machines and Skills Games,” to add additional prohibitions and provide for remedies, all under certain terms and conditions. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240007 0     Bill Amending The Philadelphia Code to add a new Chapter 21-3400, entitled “Youth Name, Image, and Likeness Protection,” to establish provisions related to education and counseling for certain Philadelphia youth and their families who are considering licensing publicity rights, all under certain terms and conditions. READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR     Action details Not available 240103 0     Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 18-20, 24-30, and 34-36 South 44th Street and 4422 and 4426-30 Ludlow Street located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240107 0     Resolution Authorizing the creation of a Special Committee on City and Private Sector Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policies to examine the impact of such policies and to provide practical, evidence-based recommendations to enhance policy effectiveness in the promotion of minority, women and disabled-owned businesses in the City of Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240108 0     Resolution Authorizing the reconvening of the Philadelphia Tax Reform Commission and its Advisory Committee to conduct an updated comprehensive analysis of all taxes imposed in the City of Philadelphia, and to make recommendations concerning tax reforms that support the City’s economic growth and competitiveness. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240109 0     Resolution Calling on the United States Congress to pass the bipartisan Violent Incident Clearance and Technological Investigative Methods (VICTIM) Act which will give law enforcement the support they need to investigate violent crime and increase the closure rate of homicide cases. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240111 0     Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2428 N. Orianna Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240112 0     Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2464 N. Natrona Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240124 0     Resolution Recognizing March 2024 as “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month,” and promoting the public awareness of the risk of colon cancer. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240126 0     Resolution Honoring Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. on his appointment as Board Chair at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority and recognizing Mr. Lawrence for his dedication to improving transit service across the SEPTA network. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240127 0     Resolution Congratulating the Audenried High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2024 Public League Championship. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240128 0     Resolution Honoring the Defender Association of Philadelphia on the 90th anniversary of the Association’s founding and recognizing the contributions of the Association and its attorneys to Philadelphia’s criminal justice system. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240131 0     Resolution Honoring Mr. Abdul-Rahim Muhammad, on the occasion of Black History Month, for his contributions to West Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240132 0     Resolution Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, Elaine Estes, a Spanish teacher at Furness High School who recently shined at the U.S. Olympic Trials as a long distance runner. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240133 0     Resolution Recognizing the life and legacy of Baba Joe Foster, a community leader in the movement for African-centered education in Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240134 0     Resolution Recognizing and Honoring Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman for her leadership as the first female and first Black Chief Executive Officer and President of the Philadelphia Zoo. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240135 0     Resolution Recognizing and honoring Joy Parham-Thomas for her impactful contributions to a thriving Black food culture in Philadelphia as a chef, culinary educator, and advocate for food justice. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240136 0     Resolution Authorizing Philadelphia City Council to conduct hearings to investigate the efficiency, implementation, and enhancement of the outdoor dining program and improve opportunities for restaurants to operate streeteries and sidewalk cafes. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240137 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the work and accomplishments of Denise Ripley, whose dedication to the city, to community service, and to the housing rights of all, have invigorated and supported civic life in the City of Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240138 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing Prudence Powell for her for her powerful advocacy, love for her community and her inspiring work to keep families in Philadelphia whole and to provide sanctuary and stability to all. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240139 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the life, work, and accomplishments of Rochelle Nichols-Solomon, whose dedication to serving, teaching, and advocating for students and marginalized peoples has improved the lives of people across the City of Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240140 0     Resolution Honoring and recognizing the work and accomplishments of the Stadium Stompers, whose dedication to advocating for the North Philadelphia community and for housing rights for all people have helped secure neighborhood stability for communities in the City of Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240141 0     Resolution Proclaiming the Month of March in 2024 as Irish Heritage Month in the City of Philadelphia and Honoring the St. Patrick’s Day Observance Association of Philadelphia. ADOPTED     Action details Not available 240142 0     Resolution Honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of former Chief Clerk Michael Andrew Decker, our friend, colleague, and dedicated public servant. ADOPTED BY STANDING VOTE     Action details Not available 240146 0     Resolution Celebrating the Life and Honoring the Memory of Trailblazing Physician, Researcher, and Humanitarian, Dr. Edith Peterson Mitchell. ADOPTED     Action details Not available