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Meeting Name: CITY COUNCIL Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/28/2021 10:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: This meeting will be held remotely using Microsoft® Teams. This remote session may be viewed on Xfinity Channel 64, Fios Channel 40 or http://phlcouncil.com/watch-city-council/
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210048 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200366, 200620, 200621, 200622, 200623, and 200661, which were passed by Council on December 10, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on December 15, 2020.    Not available Not available
210049 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200557, 200559, 200563, 200595, 200596, 200597, 200598 and 200619, which were passed by Council on December 10, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on January 7, 2021.    Not available Not available
210050 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200162-A, and 200416, which were passed by Council on December 3, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on January 20, 2021.    Not available Not available
210051 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200085, 200086, 200257, 200389, 200413, 200479, 200541, 200542, 200543, 200571, 200573, 200575, 200576, 200577, 200578, 200592, 200614, 200616, 200624, 200626, 200654, 200657, 200659, 200660, and 200663, which were passed by Council on December 10, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on January 20, 2021.    Not available Not available
210052 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200516, 200556, 200588-A, 200589-A, 200590-A, 200593, 200601, 200602, 200613, and 200653, which were passed by Council on December 10, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on January 27, 2021.    Not available Not available
210053 0  COMMUNICATIONJanuary 27, 2021 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 200425-A, which was passed by Council at its session on December 3, 2020. This bill prohibits the use of synthetic herbicides on any outdoor property owned by the City, with certain exceptions, unless a waiver is obtained after going through a multi-step process. The bill also requires record keeping and reporting of pesticide usage. The Law Department reviewed this bill and determined that the prohibition contained therein is an attempt by Council to exceed its authority under the City’s Home Rule Charter. Council cannot dictate how City properties are managed. Nevertheless, since my administration is committed to providing safe and healthy outdoor green spaces for all residents, we will go above and beyond the measures we already take that currently achieve these goals in order to explore the efficacy of organic vegetation management. Currently, in managing over 12,000 acres of land, Parks & Recreation (PPR) only uses herbic    Not available Not available
210054 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution confirming the appointment of Lisa Salley to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210055 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution confirming the appointment of Reginald L. Streater, Esq., to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210056 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution confirming the appointment of Cecilia Thompson to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210057 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to certain properties located in the First Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.    Not available Not available
210058 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.    Not available Not available
210059 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 833 E. Madison Street located in the Seventh Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code..    Not available Not available
210060 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1736 and 1738 Bodine Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210061 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1907 N Phillip Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210062 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2001 Pemberton Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210063 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2006 N Lawrence Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210064 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2031 Orkney Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210065 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2034 Hope Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210066 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2249 Waterloo Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210067 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2451 N 6th Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210068 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2661 N Orianna Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210069 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2919 N. 23rd Street located in the eighth Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210070 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4257 N Fairhill Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210071 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4338 Tackawanna Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210072 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting an ordinance authorizing and approving the execution and delivery of a Service Agreement between The City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development relating to the refunding of certain bonds previously issued to finance and/or refinance Alternative Funding Mechanisms for a portion of the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of the City of Philadelphia Retirement System implemented pursuant to the Municipal Pension Plan Funding Standard and Recovery Act; approving the issuance by the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development of bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness in one or more series, to refund such bonds; authorizing and approving the City’s obligation to pay in full when due the Service Fee and other amounts payable under the Service Agreement; authorizing certain City officers to take certain actions required to issue bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness; covenanting that the City will make necessary appropriations in each of the City’s fiscal years to provide for the Service Fee and other amounts due unde    Not available Not available
210008 0  ResolutionHonoring the 90th North Atlantic Regional Conference of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and Declaring March 4, 2021 as “Alpha Kappa Alpha Day” in the City of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210009 0  ResolutionHonoring the African American Children’s Book Project on the Occasion of its 29th Annual African American Children’s Book Fair.    Not available Not available
210010 0  ResolutionCalling on the City of Philadelphia Board of Pensions and Retirement to adopt Environmental Social Governance criteria and request and disclose climate risk information from all relevant parties.    Not available Not available
210011 0  ResolutionCalling on Congress to pass HR 6422 to create a National Infrastructure Bank.    Not available Not available
210012 0  ResolutionHonoring the life and legacy of Ted Kirsch for his lifelong commitment to educating children, empowering and supporting teachers, and strengthening the Labor movement.    Not available Not available
210001 0  BillEstablishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Dexter Street and Lyceum Avenue and Green Lane; Baker Street and Leverington Avenue; Apple Street and Shurs Lane; Boone Street and Markle Street and Roxborough Avenue; Conarroe Street and Pechin Street and Mitchell Street.    Not available Not available
210013 0  ResolutionHonoring and celebrating Philadelphia’s Living Legends: Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, Rev. Gregory Holston, Rev. Mark Tyler, Deputy Police Commissioner Melvin Singleton, State Representative Joanna McClinton, and the Doctors of the Black Doctors Consortium, who were the “Guiding Lights” of the year 2020 and are trailblazers and leaders in their respective fields of medicine, research, politics, religion, the justice system and community outreach, as part of the commemoration of Black History Month.    Not available Not available
210014 0  ResolutionHonoring the life and legacy of esteemed Philadelphia entrepreneur and restauranteur, KeVen Parker.    Not available Not available
210015 0  ResolutionHonoring Henry Aaron for a lifetime of pioneering achievements as a professional athlete and civil rights champion.    Not available Not available
210016 0  ResolutionAlso naming the 1300 block of South Street “KeVen Parker Way,” to honor and celebrate the legacy of KeVen Parker.    Not available Not available
210017 0  ResolutionAlso naming the 7000 block of Woodland Avenue “Paul ‘Earthquake’ Moore Way” to honor and celebrate Paul “Earthquake” Moore for a lifetime of devoted service to the Southwest Philadelphia community.    Not available Not available
210018 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2001 Pemberton Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210002 0  BillAmending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 140902) approved March 4, 2015, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan Nos. 224 and 232 by striking from the City Plan and vacating Cayuga Street from Whitaker Avenue to its terminus eastwardly therefrom and reserving and placing on the City Plan a right-of-way for sewer and drainage purposes within the lines of Cayuga Street being stricken and authorizing acceptance of the grant to the City of the said right-of-way, under certain terms and conditions,” by extending the period for compliance with the terms and conditions stated therein.    Not available Not available
210003 0  BillAmending Chapter 9-1004 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contractors,” to amend standards for contractor licenses related to insurance; all under certain terms and conditions.    Not available Not available
210019 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 833 E. Madison Street located in the Seventh Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210020 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1736 and 1738 Bodine Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210021 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1907 N. Phillip Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210022 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2006 N Lawrence Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210023 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2031 Orkney Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210024 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2034 Hope Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210025 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2249 Waterloo Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210026 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2451 N 6th Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210027 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2661 N Orianna Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210028 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4257 N Fairhill Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210029 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4338 Tackawanna Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.    Not available Not available
210030 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee on Appropriations to conduct hearings regarding the Philadelphia Water Department’s equitable approach to workforce development, including employment and procurement strategies that support safe, diverse, and inclusive family-sustaining careers.    Not available Not available
210031 0  ResolutionConfirming the appointment of Cecilia Thompson to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210032 0  ResolutionConfirming the appointment of Lisa Salley to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210033 0  ResolutionConfirming the appointment of Reginald L. Streater, Esq., to the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210004 0  BillAuthorizing and approving the execution and delivery of a Service Agreement between The City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development relating to the refunding of certain bonds previously issued to finance and/or refinance Alternative Funding Mechanisms for a portion of the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of the City of Philadelphia Retirement System implemented pursuant to the Municipal Pension Plan Funding Standard and Recovery Act; approving the issuance by the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development of bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness in one or more series, to refund such bonds; authorizing and approving the City’s obligation to pay in full when due the Service Fee and other amounts payable under the Service Agreement; authorizing certain City officers to take certain actions required to issue bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness; covenanting that the City will make necessary appropriations in each of the City’s fiscal years to provide for the Service Fee and other amounts due under the Service Agreement; c    Not available Not available
210005 0  BillSignifying the intention of the City of Philadelphia to organize the Philadelphia Public Banking Authority pursuant to authority established under state law, under certain terms and conditions.    Not available Not available
210006 0  BillAmending Chapter 19-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “City Funds - Deposits, Investments, Disbursements,” by amending Section 19-201, entitled “City Depositories,” by authorizing the City Treasurer to deposit funds in Santander Bank, National Association, under certain terms and conditions.    Not available Not available
210034 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee on Children and Youth to conduct hearings examining the relationship between the property tax exemption for wealthy nonprofits on the School District’s budget and the resulting environmental hazards in School District facilities on the health and safety of Philadelphia’s most vulnerable children.    Not available Not available
210035 0  ResolutionRecognizing the outstanding work of Deborah Diamond as President of Campus Philly upon her departure from the organization.    Not available Not available
210036 0  ResolutionHonoring and congratulating Dr. Rachel Levine upon her appointment to Assistant Health Secretary in the administration of President Joseph Biden and recognizing her outstanding contributions to the safety and health of Pennsylvanians during the Covid-19 pandemic.    Not available Not available
210037 0  ResolutionRecognizing AJC Philadelphia for its work with We Are Here! and ORT in the 2021 commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and further acknowledging January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the City of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210038 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the creation of a Zoning Code Review Commission to evaluate and recommend improvements to Philadelphia’s Zoning Code.    Not available Not available
210039 0  ResolutionRecognizing and honoring Paul Deegan on his retirement, after more than 30 years of service to PIDC and more than 45 total years of service to the City of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210040 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to certain properties located in the First Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.    Not available Not available
210041 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee of Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings to investigate the City’s vaccine contracting process, including an examination of Philly Fighting COVID’s contract with the City.    Not available Not available
210042 0  ResolutionSupporting House Resolution 25, which would initiate investigations and call for the sanction, including removal from the House of Representatives, of members who have sought to overturn the 2020 Presidential election.    Not available Not available
210043 0  ResolutionHonoring and recognizing Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett for her leadership and achievement on the National Institutes of Health’s COVID-19 vaccine research.    Not available Not available
210044 0  ResolutionHonoring and recognizing Stacey Abrams for her leadership as the founder of Fair Fight Action and The New Georgia Project, and her achievement in fighting voter suppression.    Not available Not available
210007 0  BillAmending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes And Collections,” by adding three new definitions to Section 19-1501 and adding a new Section 19-1507, entitled “Student Debt Tax Credit,” all under certain terms and conditions.    Not available Not available
210045 0  ResolutionAuthorizing hearings in Council’s Committee on Public Health and Human Services to assess citywide compliance of Bill No. 200306, which mandates healthcare workers receive paid leave should they become infected with the novel coronavirus.    Not available Not available
210046 0  ResolutionCalling for a public hearing to examine the City of Philadelphia’s compliance with the Pennsylvania Firefighter Cancer Presumption Act.    Not available Not available
210047 0  ResolutionHonoring and celebrating the legendary record label, Philadelphia International Records, on the occasion of their 50th Anniversary.    Not available Not available
200719 0  ResolutionCongratulating and honoring Joseph A. Lukaitis, Sr. on the occasion of his retirement from the Philadelphia Police Department after 24 years of dedicated service to the residents of Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
200720 0  ResolutionCelebrating the 50th Birthday of PBS.    Not available Not available
200722 0  ResolutionRecognizing and honoring the West Philly Panthers for their success in competing in the 2020 American Youth Football National Championship in Kissimmee, Florida.    Not available Not available
200723 0  ResolutionCalling upon the United States Congress, including members of its Pennsylvania delegation, to support the passage of HR 8113, which recognizes the inherent authority of the people of Puerto Rico to call for a Constitutional Assembly on Status.    Not available Not available
200724 0  ResolutionRecognizing and Honoring Drew Weissman, MD, PhD, and Katalin Kariko, PhD, for their visionary discoveries at the University of Pennsylvania leading to development of the messenger ribonucleic acid technology which is the foundation of leading COVID-19 vaccine candidates.    Not available Not available
200725 0  ResolutionHonoring and congratulating the Academy at Palumbo Boys Volleyball team, on their successful 2019 season and overall 15-6 record in the Philadelphia Public League.    Not available Not available
200726 0  ResolutionHonoring the life and legacy of Philadelphia Police Captain Frank Milillo.    Not available Not available
200728 0  ResolutionRecognizing and honoring legendary jazz host Bob Perkins for his accomplishments and contributions to radio and print media in Philadelphia.    Not available Not available
210030 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee on Appropriations to conduct hearings regarding the Philadelphia Water Department’s equitable approach to workforce development, including employment and procurement strategies that support safe, diverse, and inclusive family-sustaining careers.    Not available Not available
210034 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee on Children and Youth to conduct hearings examining the relationship between the property tax exemption for wealthy nonprofits on the School District’s budget and the resulting environmental hazards in School District facilities on the health and safety of Philadelphia’s most vulnerable children.    Not available Not available
210041 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Committee of Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings to investigate the City’s vaccine contracting process, including an examination of Philly Fighting COVID’s contract with the City.    Not available Not available
210045 0  ResolutionAuthorizing hearings in Council’s Committee on Public Health and Human Services to assess citywide compliance of Bill No. 200306, which mandates healthcare workers receive paid leave should they become infected with the novel coronavirus.    Not available Not available
210046 0  ResolutionCalling for a public hearing to examine the City of Philadelphia’s compliance with the Pennsylvania Firefighter Cancer Presumption Act.    Not available Not available