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Meeting Name: CITY COUNCIL Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/19/2022 10:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
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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220479 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.READ AND FILED   Action details Not available
220480 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon situate in the Fifth 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
220481 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon situate in the Seventh 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
220482 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting an ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Market Street (Extended), the Delaware River, Dock Street (Extended), and 2nd Street, in order to facilitate development of public open space extending above Christopher Columbus Boulevard and the Delaware Expressway.READ AND FILED   Action details Not available
220483 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting an ordinance Authorizing the Public Property Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute all documents necessary and appropriate, including conveyances of easements, title, and other interests in City-owned real estate, new leases and amendments to existing leases, to facilitate and support the coordinated and comprehensive development of the Delaware River waterfront, Interstate 95, and Christopher Columbus Boulevard (formerly a portion of Delaware Avenue), in the area bounded by Market Street, Pemberton Street, Front Street, and the Delaware River bulkhead line; and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute corresponding conveyances, amendments and agreements; all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND FILED   Action details Not available
220484 0  COMMUNICATIONTransmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210933, 220112, 220113, 220224 and 220298, which were passed by Council on May 5, 2022, were signed by the Mayor on May 18, 2022.READ AND FILED   Action details Not available
220444 0  BillAmending Chapter 20-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Councilmanic Districts,” by revising the approximate population in each of the Councilmanic Districts to include state and county prisoner data, under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220445 0  BillTo amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman Avenue, Oxford Avenue, Tyson Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue, Glenview Street, Bingham Street, Kerper Street, Rising Sun Avenue, Unruh Avenue, Martins Mill Road, City Boundary, and Hasbrook Avenue.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220446 0  BillAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14-520, entitled “/NDO, Ninth District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220460 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2453 N. Carlisle Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220461 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1 Garrison Court, 1221 Ridge Avenue, 1227 Ridge Avenue, 1253 N. 30th Street, 1257 N. 30th Street, 1265 N. Dover Street, 1271 N. Dover Street, 1301 N. Dover Street, 1304 N. 29th Street, 1304 N. Dover Street, 1318 N. Dover Street, 1322 N. Dover Street, 1324 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1332 N. 29th Street, 1339 N. Newkirk Street, 1416 N. Newkirk Street, 1632 N. Newkirk Street, 1634 N. 27th Street, 1648 N. 30th Street, 1652 N. 30th Street, 2712 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, 2714 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, 2810 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, 2838 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, 2922 W. Thompson Street, 607 N. 12th Street, 629 N. Camac Street, and 637 N. Camac Street in the Fifth 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
220462 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1446 N. Dover Street, 1446 N. Newkirk Street, 1629 N. Marston Street and 1631 N. Bailey Street in the Fifth 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
220463 0  ResolutionAdopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended   Action details Not available
220464 0  ResolutionCelebrating Philadelphia’s breakthrough, Grammy-nominated, experimental pop band Japanese Breakfast for its pioneering sound and recent critical acclaim, and recognizing the band’s frontwoman, Michelle Zauner, a powerful voice for AAPI women and Korean Americans, whose best-selling memoir, Crying in H Mart-a tribute to her late mother and the Korean food and culture that bound their love-has moved countless readers across the globe.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220465 0  ResolutionAlso naming the 5700 Block of Wyndale Avenue as “Lady B Way,” in honor of Lady B, to memorialize her legacy as a pioneer of hip hop and an award-winning radio personality.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220466 0  ResolutionAlso naming the 6100 Block of Vine Street as “Mimi Brown Way” in honor of Mimi Brown, a well-known on-air personality and a trailblazer in the radio industry for over 40 years.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220467 0  ResolutionCelebrating June as Reentry Awareness Month in Philadelphia and recognizing the accomplishments of returning citizens across Philadelphia.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220468 0  ResolutionAlso naming 15th Street, between Lombard and South Streets, “Wesley Way” to honor the historic Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220469 0  ResolutionRecognizing the Month of June as Immigrant Heritage Month and Caribbean American Heritage Month in the City of Philadelphia.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220447 0  BillAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by providing for limited expansion of single-room residence, under certain terms and conditions.Introduced   Action details Not available
220448 0  BillAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to provide for a height allowance for certain solar collectors; all under terms and conditions.Introduced   Action details Not available
220470 0  ResolutionRecognizing the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on the occasion of its 100th Anniversary.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220471 0  ResolutionRecognizing May 2022 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220472 0  ResolutionRecognizing MenzFit on the occasion of their 15th Anniversary celebration and expressing gratitude for their service to the men of Philadelphia.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220473 0  ResolutionHonoring American sportswriter, author, screenwriter, radio personality, and sports commentator Ray Didinger on the announcement of his retirement from NBC Sports Philadelphia and 94.1 WIP SportsRadio and congratulating him on an exciting and legendary career serving as a Philadelphia sports media icon for fifty-three years.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220449 0  BillTo amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designation of a certain area of land located within an area bounded by 39th Street, Ludlow Street, 40th Street, and Market Street; to amend other rules related to zoning and approving a Master Plan for the site bounded by the forementioned area; and making related changes to various provisions of Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220450 0  BillTo amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Woodland Avenue, 49th Street, Grays Avenue, and 54th Street.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220451 0  BillTo amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Arch Street, 50th Street, Pine Street, and 54th Street.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220452 0  BillAmending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District,” to designate additional Transit-Oriented Development Transit Stations, all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220453 0  BillAmending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane on West Market street from 20th street to 23rd street; and making associated changes to travel lanes and parking regulations within the same limits; all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220454 0  BillAuthorizing the vacating of Krewstown Road from Norwalk Road to its terminus southwestwardly therefrom, under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220455 0  BillAmending Section 19-1301.1 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Homestead Exclusion,” to increase the amount of the homestead exclusion, under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220456 0  BillTo amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Market Street (Extended), the Delaware River, Dock Street (Extended), and 2nd Street, in order to facilitate development of public open space extending above Christopher Columbus Boulevard and the Delaware Expressway.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220457 0  BillAuthorizing the Public Property Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute all documents necessary and appropriate, including conveyances of easements, title, and other interests in City-owned real estate, new leases and amendments to existing leases, to facilitate and support the coordinated and comprehensive development of the Delaware River waterfront, Interstate 95, and Christopher Columbus Boulevard (formerly a portion of Delaware Avenue), in the area bounded by Market Street, Pemberton Street, Front Street, and the Delaware River bulkhead line; and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute corresponding conveyances, amendments and agreements; all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220458 0  BillAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the provisions of Section 14-527, entitled “/SMH, South Philadelphia Municipal Hub Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220459 0  BillAuthorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 284 by relocating the northwesterly houseline and the curblines of Hillcrest Avenue from its current intersection with Germantown Avenue to a point northeastwardly therefrom, thereby widening the said portion of Hillcrest Avenue and modifying its intersection with said Germantown Avenue, under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to the City of the bed of the widened portion of Hillcrest Avenue.Introduced and Referred   Action details Not available
220474 0  ResolutionApproving the Rebuild Project Statement for Fiscal Years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 pursuant to Bill No. 170206.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220475 0  ResolutionAuthorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5026 N. 7th Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220476 0  ResolutionRenaming the 1700 Block of Hunting Park Avenue in front of Simon Gratz High School “Rasheed Wallace Road” to honor Rasheed Wallace, a philanthropist, former NBA player, and entrepreneur.Introduced (By Request) and Ordered Placed on Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220477 0  ResolutionRequesting the National Constitution Center give consideration to awarding the Philadelphia Liberty Medal to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, for his courageous leadership in defense of democracy, freedom, and self-determination.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220478 0  ResolutionRecognizing and celebrating the 2022 Philippine Independence Week Celebration from June 4th to June 18th.Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar   Action details Not available
220478 0  ResolutionRecognizing and celebrating the 2022 Philippine Independence Week Celebration from June 4th to June 18th.    Action details Not available
220168 0  BillAmending Section 2-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Office of Property Assessment; Chief Assessment Officers; Powers and Duties,” by further providing with respect to the manner in which assessments are determined for certain properties that are subject to resale restrictions; and by providing for additional reporting requirements with respect to such properties; all under certain terms and conditions.SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL   Action details Not available
220168 0  BillAmending Section 2-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Office of Property Assessment; Chief Assessment Officers; Powers and Duties,” by further providing with respect to the manner in which assessments are determined for certain properties that are subject to resale restrictions; and by providing for additional reporting requirements with respect to such properties; all under certain terms and conditions.ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220220 1  BillAmending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” by adding a new Chapter 19-4500, entitled “Annual Reporting Relating to Unclaimed Property,” all under certain terms and conditions.SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL   Action details Not available
220220 1  BillAmending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” by adding a new Chapter 19-4500, entitled “Annual Reporting Relating to Unclaimed Property,” all under certain terms and conditions.ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220359 0  BillAuthorizing the City of Philadelphia to enter into a guaranteed energy savings contract for the evaluation and implementation of energy conservation and efficiency measures designed to reduce energy, or other measurable consumption or operating costs of the City’s municipal street lighting system, all under certain terms and conditions.SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL   Action details Not available
220359 0  BillAuthorizing the City of Philadelphia to enter into a guaranteed energy savings contract for the evaluation and implementation of energy conservation and efficiency measures designed to reduce energy, or other measurable consumption or operating costs of the City’s municipal street lighting system, all under certain terms and conditions.ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220168 0  BillAmending Section 2-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Office of Property Assessment; Chief Assessment Officers; Powers and Duties,” by further providing with respect to the manner in which assessments are determined for certain properties that are subject to resale restrictions; and by providing for additional reporting requirements with respect to such properties; all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220220 1  BillAmending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” by adding a new Chapter 19-4500, entitled “Annual Reporting Relating to Unclaimed Property,” all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220359 0  BillAuthorizing the City of Philadelphia to enter into a guaranteed energy savings contract for the evaluation and implementation of energy conservation and efficiency measures designed to reduce energy, or other measurable consumption or operating costs of the City’s municipal street lighting system, all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR   Action details Not available
220422 0  ResolutionUrging the School District of Philadelphia to enhance its maternity leave program.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220426 0  ResolutionHonoring twelve of Philadelphia’s emerging Asian American leaders: Lan Dinh, Chi-Ser Tran, Neil Makhija, Dr. Esther Hio-Tong Castillo, Stephanie Sun, Anne Ishii, Jennie Nam, Sreymum Sok, Sinta Storms, Thi Lam, Sheila Maddali, and Maia Weintraub for their deep commitment to empowering their communities, and their work in fighting for food sovereignty, dismantling barriers in social services, expanding economic opportunity and justice, investing in community-based arts, advancing representation in sports, and protecting civil rights on the occasion of Asian American and Pacific Islander History Month.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220427-A 0  ResolutionHonoring Philadelphia-born author, podcaster, cultural critic, media trailblazer, and Peabody award winner Phil Yu, founder of “Angry Asian Man,” a destination website on Asian American pop culture, politics, sports, and more, and co-author of the New York Times best seller Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the 90s to Now.READ   Action details Not available
220427-A 1  ResolutionHonoring Philadelphia-born author, podcaster, cultural critic, media trailblazer, and Peabody award winner Phil Yu, founder of “Angry Asian Man,” a destination website on Asian American pop culture, politics, sports, and more, and co-author of the New York Times best seller Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the 90s to Now.AMENDED   Action details Not available
220427-A 1  ResolutionHonoring Philadelphia-born author, podcaster, cultural critic, media trailblazer, and Peabody award winner Phil Yu, founder of “Angry Asian Man,” a destination website on Asian American pop culture, politics, sports, and more, and co-author of the New York Times best seller Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the 90s to Now.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220428 0  ResolutionCelebrating Joel Embiid as MVP: “Most Valuable Philadelphian.”ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220429 0  ResolutionAlso naming the 1500 block of Lombard Avenue as Wesley Way, to commemorate the historic Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church and/or one of the most influential Pastors in the church’s history- Rev. Alfred G. Dunston.WITHDRAWN   Action details Not available
220430 0  ResolutionUrging the United States Congress to pass the Judiciary Act of 2021, to restore the integrity of the United States Supreme Court by adding four new seats.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220431 0  ResolutionCalling upon the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to pass HB140, the Parking Protected Bike Lane and Plaza bill, to empower municipalities to buffer bike lanes with parking on state roads.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220432 0  ResolutionRecognizing May 15-20, 2022 as the inaugural Multicultural Media Professionals Week in the City of Philadelphia.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220433 0  ResolutionApplauding Philadelphia’s selection as a participant city in the Municipalities Reimagining Community Safety Initiative.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220434 0  ResolutionHonoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Norman Y. Mineta, who passed away on May 3, 2022, during Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
220435 0  ResolutionDesignating May 15, 2022 the Inaugural Day of Serenity in the City of Philadelphia, providing communities disproportionately impacted by gun violence the opportunity to gather in peace and healing.ADOPTED   Action details Not available
210685-AA 2  BillAmending Subcode “A” (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 (The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code) of The Philadelphia Code, by amending Section A-703, entitled “Special Certificate of Inspection,” to enhance building safety requirements for educational occupancies, all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND PASSEDPass16:0 Action details Not available
210802 0  BillAmending Section 12-1120 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Abandoned Vehicles,” to authorize Public Safety Officers to authorize the removal of abandoned vehicles, all under certain terms and conditions.READ AND PASSEDPass16:0 Action details Not available
220463 0  ResolutionAdopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.ADOPTED   Action details Not available