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| 0 | | | COMMUNICATION | February 02, 2026
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA:
I am pleased to advise you that on February 02, 2026, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on January 22, 2026:
Bill No. 250986
Bill No. 250990
Respectfully,
Cherelle L. Parker
Mayor | READ AND FILED | | |
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260073
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Sidewalk Cafés,” and Section A-301.1.5 of Title 4, Subcode “A” (“The Philadelphia Administrative Code”) of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Use Registration Permits,” by removing expired provisions related to outdoor entertainment at sidewalk cafés, under certain terms and conditions. | Introduced and Referred | | |
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260074
| 0 | | | Bill | To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-546 entitled /SIX, Sixth District Overlay District, revise Section 14-515, the /NE, Northeast Overlay District, remove Section 14-523, the /IMA, Industrial and Manufacturing Area Overlay District, and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions. | Introduced and Referred | | |
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260075
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-600 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled, Service and Other Businesses, to add a definition of fitness centers and provide a limited exception to the curfew permitting earlier hours of operation in the Seventh and Eighth Councilmanic Districts, all under certain terms and conditions. | Introduced and Referred | | |
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260076
| 0 | | | Bill | Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election. | Introduced and Referred | | |
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260077
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Black Girls Love Math for its work in eliminating racial and gender inequality in mathematics by cultivating a positive math identity for Black girls through culturally responsive enrichment, mentoring, and community in Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260078
| 0 | | | Resolution | Declaring February 5, 2026, as Citywide Student Government Day in the City of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260079
| 0 | | | Resolution | Declaring February 2026 as ‘Black History Month’ in the City of Philadelphia and recognizing the 100th anniversary of its observance. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260080
| 0 | | | Resolution | Congratulating Donna Cooper on her retirement and recognizing her transformational leadership and lifelong advocacy for children in Philadelphia and across the state of Pennsylvania. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260081
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing February 2026 as Career and Technical Education Month® in the City of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260082
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and congratulating Nicole Cashman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cashman & Associates, on the occasion of the firm’s 25th anniversary, and recognizing her remarkable contributions to the business community and cultural vitality of the City of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260083
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and Recognizing the Legacy and Contributions of Prince Hall Freemasonry During Black History Month. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260084
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Rick Williams, Sharrie Williams, Ukee Washington, Thera Martin, and Solomon Jones for their service to Philadelphia as trusted journalists and stewards of truth during Black History Month. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260085
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing and honoring HughE Dillon aka PhillyChitChat for his remarkable contributions to the cultural and social life of the City and celebrating his work chronicling the spirit of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260086
| 0 | | | Resolution | Commending the Pennsylvania General Assembly for including the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit in the 2025-2026 budget, a crucial new tool to provide essential resources and lift families out of poverty across the Commonwealth. | Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260087
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing Bad Bunny’s cultural impact, advocacy for historically underrepresented voices, and congratulating him on his 2026 grammy award for album of the year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260088
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing and celebrating the women of All Of Us Or None Philadelphia, Why Not Prosper and SWAG for their efforts to address and fix laws that permit enslavement as a punishment for a crime, on the occasion of Black History Month. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260089
| 0 | | | Resolution | Calling on the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework and conduct a formal safety and labor impact review of driverless rideshare vehicles operating in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania. | Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260090
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as one of the world’s leading causes of death and disability and recognizing February 2026 as “American Heart Month.” | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260091
| 0 | | | Resolution | Authorizing the Committee on Labor and Civil Service and the Committee on Transportation to hold joint hearings regarding the arrival of driverless rideshare vehicles in the City of Philadelphia and its impact on labor, the local economy, and public safety. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260092
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring the legacy of William Thaddeus Coleman Jr. and recognizing March 10, 2026, as “William Thaddeus Coleman Jr. Day” in the City of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260093
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Mercy-Douglass Hospital as the first Black hospital in Philadelphia and commemorating the enduring legacy of its founder, Dr. Nathan Francis Mossell and his commitment to advancing health equity and medical excellence. | Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar | | |
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260094
| 0 | | | Resolution | Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter providing for the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and providing for the submission of the proposed amendment to the electors of Philadelphia. | Introduced and Referred | | |
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250917
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to provide for building requirements to prevent vacant lots, all under certain terms and conditions. | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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250917
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to provide for building requirements to prevent vacant lots, all under certain terms and conditions. | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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250988
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled “Service and Other Businesses”) to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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250988
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled “Service and Other Businesses”) to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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250989-A
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,” by adding a new Section to impose a temporary moratorium on the breeding and transfer of puppies, all under certain terms and conditions. | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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250989-A
| 1 | 00 | | Bill | Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,” by adding a new Section to impose a temporary moratorium on the breeding and transfer of puppies, all under certain terms and conditions. | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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251031
| 0 | | | Bill | Repealing in its entirety Bill No. 241055 (approved December 23, 2024), 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 Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-541 entitled “/PAK, Packer Avenue Overlay District and making other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.” | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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251031
| 0 | | | Bill | Repealing in its entirety Bill No. 241055 (approved December 23, 2024), 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 Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-541 entitled “/PAK, Packer Avenue Overlay District and making other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.” | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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250980
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability,” by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated local contact and establishing penalties for non-compliance, all under certain terms and conditions. | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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250980
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability,” by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated local contact and establishing penalties for non-compliance, all under certain terms and conditions. | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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251097
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Responsible Business Operations,” to add illegal sales of tobacco products to minors and unlicensed tobacco retailing as nuisance behaviors, and require completion of a Department-approved Tobacco Retailer Education and Compliance Training as a condition of lifting a Cease Operations Order, all under certain terms and conditions. | SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL | | |
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251097
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Responsible Business Operations,” to add illegal sales of tobacco products to minors and unlicensed tobacco retailing as nuisance behaviors, and require completion of a Department-approved Tobacco Retailer Education and Compliance Training as a condition of lifting a Cease Operations Order, all under certain terms and conditions. | ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR | | |
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260050
| 0 | | | Resolution | Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Community Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election. | WITHDRAWN | | |
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260027
| 0 | | | Bill | Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter providing for the creation of the Community Child Welfare Commission; and providing for the submission of the proposed amendment to the electors of Philadelphia. | WITHDRAWN | | |
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250917
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to provide for building requirements to prevent vacant lots, all under certain terms and conditions. | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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250988
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled “Service and Other Businesses”) to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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250989-A
| 1 | | | Bill | Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity,” by adding a new Section to impose a temporary moratorium on the breeding and transfer of puppies, all under certain terms and conditions. | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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251031
| 0 | | | Bill | Repealing in its entirety Bill No. 241055 (approved December 23, 2024), 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 Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-541 entitled “/PAK, Packer Avenue Overlay District and making other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.” | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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250980
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability,” by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated local contact and establishing penalties for non-compliance, all under certain terms and conditions. | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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251097
| 0 | | | Bill | Amending Chapter 9-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Responsible Business Operations,” to add illegal sales of tobacco products to minors and unlicensed tobacco retailing as nuisance behaviors, and require completion of a Department-approved Tobacco Retailer Education and Compliance Training as a condition of lifting a Cease Operations Order, all under certain terms and conditions. | READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR | | |
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260044
| 0 | | | Resolution | Expressing the City Council’s priorities for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s 95 Revive Project from Center City to South Philadelphia | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260066
| 0 | | | Resolution | Urging U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick, as well as all United States Senators committed to upholding the Constitution of the United States and the Rule of Law, to vote "No" on H.R. 7147, and to reject increased funding for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260077
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Black Girls Love Math for its work in eliminating racial and gender inequality in mathematics by cultivating a positive math identity for Black girls through culturally responsive enrichment, mentoring, and community in Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260078
| 0 | | | Resolution | Declaring February 5, 2026, as Citywide Student Government Day in the City of Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260079
| 0 | | | Resolution | Declaring February 2026 as ‘Black History Month’ in the City of Philadelphia and recognizing the 100th anniversary of its observance. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260080
| 0 | | | Resolution | Congratulating Donna Cooper on her retirement and recognizing her transformational leadership and lifelong advocacy for children in Philadelphia and across the state of Pennsylvania. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260081
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing February 2026 as Career and Technical Education Month® in the City of Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260082
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and congratulating Nicole Cashman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cashman & Associates, on the occasion of the firm’s 25th anniversary, and recognizing her remarkable contributions to the business community and cultural vitality of the City of Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260083
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and Recognizing the Legacy and Contributions of Prince Hall Freemasonry During Black History Month. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260084
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Rick Williams, Sharrie Williams, Ukee Washington, Thera Martin, and Solomon Jones for their service to Philadelphia as trusted journalists and stewards of truth during Black History Month. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260085
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing and honoring HughE Dillon aka PhillyChitChat for his remarkable contributions to the cultural and social life of the City and celebrating his work chronicling the spirit of Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260087
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing Bad Bunny’s cultural impact, advocacy for historically underrepresented voices, and congratulating him on his 2026 grammy award for album of the year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260088
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing and celebrating the women of All Of Us Or None Philadelphia, Why Not Prosper and SWAG for their efforts to address and fix laws that permit enslavement as a punishment for a crime, on the occasion of Black History Month. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260090
| 0 | | | Resolution | Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as one of the world’s leading causes of death and disability and recognizing February 2026 as “American Heart Month.” | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260091
| 0 | | | Resolution | Authorizing the Committee on Labor and Civil Service and the Committee on Transportation to hold joint hearings regarding the arrival of driverless rideshare vehicles in the City of Philadelphia and its impact on labor, the local economy, and public safety. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260092
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring the legacy of William Thaddeus Coleman Jr. and recognizing March 10, 2026, as “William Thaddeus Coleman Jr. Day” in the City of Philadelphia. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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260093
| 0 | | | Resolution | Honoring and recognizing Mercy-Douglass Hospital as the first Black hospital in Philadelphia and commemorating the enduring legacy of its founder, Dr. Nathan Francis Mossell and his commitment to advancing health equity and medical excellence. | ADOPTED | Pass | |
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