Council actions
Philadelphia City Council actions
These are actions recorded in Legistar without a published member-by-member vote. They include unanimous decisions, procedural steps such as hearings, notices and amendments, and other entries such as referrals and signatures.
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Every non-roll-call council action we currently track from the April 30, 2015 meeting.
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Showing 19-36 of 79 actions from April 30, 2015
The adopted resolution approves a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop 1346 South Fourth Street in the Jefferson Square Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Jefferson Square Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 1346 South Fourth street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with Timothy P. Lederer and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This adopted resolution honors and celebrates the Philadelphia Chapter of New Leaders Council on its fifth anniversary.
Honoring and celebrating the Philadelphia Chapter of New Leaders Council on the occasion of their 5th anniversary and recognizing May 9th, 2015 as NLC Day in Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution honors and celebrates the Philadelphia Chapter of New Leaders Council on its fifth anniversary.
Honoring and celebrating the Philadelphia Chapter of New Leaders Council on the occasion of their 5th anniversary and recognizing May 9th, 2015 as NLC Day in Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This adopted resolution authorizes the City’s Public Property Commissioner to transfer conditional ownership of the City-owned properties at 407 West Norris Street and 2316 North Mascher Street to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority without payment.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Wards of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to dispose of such properties for rehabilitation and/or improvements in accordance with the terms of Chapter l6-400 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Adopted legislation also names Luzerne Street between Whitaker Avenue and North 5th Street “Edison 64 Memorial Street.” The name honors 64 Edison High School alumni who died while serving during the Vietnam War, with signage to be placed near the Edison High School/John C.
Also naming Luzerne Street between Whitaker Avenue and North 5th Street as "Edison 64 Memorial Street" memorializing the ultimate sacrifice made by sixty-four Edison High School alumni who gave their lives during the Vietnam War.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Adopted legislation also names Point Breeze Avenue between Morris Street and Moore Street “Alfred Milton Brown Way.” The honorary name recognizes Alfred Milton Brown’s life, community service, mentorship of young people, and work with the Point Breeze Performing Arts Center.
Also naming Point Breeze Avenue between Morris Street and Moore Street "Alfred Milton Brown Way" to honor the memory of Alfred Milton Brown and to recognize his life and memorialize his lasting legacy.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution authorizes the City to transfer conditional ownership of five City-owned properties—1319 and 1325 South Dover Street, 2142 Gould Street, and 2702 and 2704 Wharton Street—to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority without payment.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Thirty-sixth and Fortieth Wards of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to dispose of such properties for rehabilitation and/or improvements in accordance with the terms of Chapter l6-400 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Adopted legislation also names Martins Mill Road between Longshore Avenue and Knorr Street “Corporal Michael J.
Also naming Martins Mill Road between Longshore Avenue and Knorr Street "Corporal Michael J. Crescenz, MOH Road" to honor the memory of Corporal Michael J. Crescenz, MOH and to recognize his life and memorialize his lasting legacy.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing June Washikita O’Neill for her leadership and accomplishments as Executive Director of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.
Recognizing and acknowledging June Washikita O'Neill for her leadership and accomplishments as Executive Director of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund, and for her strong advocacy on behalf of Philadelphia's arts and cultural community.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing June Washikita O’Neill for her leadership and accomplishments as Executive Director of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.
Recognizing and acknowledging June Washikita O'Neill for her leadership and accomplishments as Executive Director of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund, and for her strong advocacy on behalf of Philadelphia's arts and cultural community.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution asks the Mayor to return Bill No.
Requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 130656-A: "An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Zoning and Planning,' by further providing for revised sign controls and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions; and amending Chapter 9-600, entitled 'Service and Other Businesses,' by adjusting the licensing fees for commercial outdoor advertising signs and information required in the annual inventory of signs; and amending Chapter 19-3400, entitled 'Excise Tax on Outdoor Advertising Transactions,' by adjusting the excise tax on outdoor advertising signs; all under certain terms and conditions," for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution asks the Mayor to return Bill No.
Requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 130656-A: "An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled 'Zoning and Planning,' by further providing for revised sign controls and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions; and amending Chapter 9-600, entitled 'Service and Other Businesses,' by adjusting the licensing fees for commercial outdoor advertising signs and information required in the annual inventory of signs; and amending Chapter 19-3400, entitled 'Excise Tax on Outdoor Advertising Transactions,' by adjusting the excise tax on outdoor advertising signs; all under certain terms and conditions," for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
City Council adopted a resolution approving a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop and carry out urban renewal on 13 properties on North Marshall Street in the East Poplar Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the East Poplar Urban Renewal Area, identified by house numbers and street addresses as 942 North Marshall street, 948 North Marshall street, 950 North Marshall street, 962 North Marshall street, 981 North Marshall street, 983 North Marshall street, 985 North Marshall street, 987 North Marshall street, 993 North Marshall street, 995 North Marshall street, 996-998 North Marshall street, 1010 North Marshall street and 1012 North Marshall street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with BMK Properties, LLC and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted bill authorizes the City’s Department of Public Property to acquire about 0.80 acres of the elevated rail line known as the Viaduct, including its structures and related easements, between North Broad Street, Noble Street, 11th Street, and Callowhill Street.
Authorizing the Department of Public Property to acquire, on behalf of the City, an approximately 0.80 acre property consisting of a portion of the elevated rail line known as the Viaduct located between North Broad Street, the north side of Noble Street, 11th Street and the south side of Callowhill Street, together with all improvements thereon and associated easements; and to lease a portion of the property to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted ordinance establishes a no-parking area at all times on the south side of Spruce Street, extending west from Columbus Boulevard for about 50 feet, or two parking spaces.
Establishing a no parking regulation on the south side of Spruce Street, from Columbus Boulevard west for approximately 50 feet (2 parking spaces).
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted ordinance authorizes Michael Betancourt for AION Partners to construct, own, and maintain three vestibules extending into the public footways of Broad and Chestnut Streets at One South Broad Street.
Authorizing Michael Betancourt for AION Partners, to construct, own, and maintain structural encroachments at One South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted ordinance establishes two-way traffic on Spruce Street between Front Street and Columbus Boulevard.
Establishing a two-way regulation on Spruce Street, from Front Street to Columbus Boulevard.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted ordinance establishes two-way traffic on Callowhill Street from 2nd Street to Columbus Boulevard.
Establishing a two-way regulation on Callowhill Street, from 2nd Street to Columbus Boulevard.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.