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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Other actions actions from the June 8, 2017 meeting.
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This adopted resolution recognizes and honors the Chestnut Hill Conservancy, formerly the Chestnut Hill Historical Society, on its 50th anniversary.
Recognizing and Honoring the Chestnut Hill Conservancy/Chestnut Hill Historical Society on the Occasion of its 50th Anniversary.
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The adopted resolution recognizes and honors June 14, 2017, as Flag Day in Philadelphia and reflects on the importance and history of the United States flag.
Recognizing and Honoring June 14, 2017 as Flag Day in Philadelphia to Celebrate and Reflect on the Importance of the Flag of the United States.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring the Johnson House Historic Site’s annual Juneteenth Festival.
Recognizing and honoring the Johnson House Historic Site's annual Juneteenth Festival, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the emancipation of African-American slaves throughout the Confederate South.
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City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring Andrea Canepari, Italy’s Consul General in Philadelphia, for his accomplishments and work strengthening ties between Italy and the United States.
Recognizing and honoring Consul General of Italy, Andrea Canepari, for his many accomplishments on behalf of Italy in the City of Philadelphia and his commitment to the relationship between Italy and the United States, on the occasion of his appointment as Italy's Ambassador to the Dominican Republic.
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This adopted resolution recognizes, honors, and celebrates the life and legacy of Ahmeenah Young, a Philadelphia activist and former president and CEO of the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Recognizing, honoring, and celebrating the life and legacy of Ahmeenah Young for her dedication to women, minorities, and the disadvantaged, as well as her overall commitment to the City of Philadelphia
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the Pennsylvania Innocence Project for advocating for Pennsylvanians who were wrongfully convicted and promoting reforms to improve the integrity of criminal convictions.
Recognizing and honoring the Pennsylvania Innocence Project for its advocacy on behalf of wrongfully convicted Pennsylvanians and promotion of criminal justice system reforms to enhance conviction integrity.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Brent “Rudy” Edwards for rescuing his 1-year-old nephew from a May 27, 2017, house fire in Overbrook.
Recognizing the heroism of Brent "Rudy" Edwards that occurred on the morning of Saturday, May 27, 2017, when he rescued his 1-year-old nephew from a fire in the Overbrook section of Philadelphia.
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The Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring the young men of Boys Latin Charter Middle School for their academic achievements on the National Latin Exam.
Recognizing and honoring the young men of Boys Latin Charter Middle School for their outstanding academic achievements on the National Latin Exam.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Kevin Upshur and the Strawberry Mansion Learning Center for their work in the Strawberry Mansion community.
Honoring and recognizing Kevin Upshur and the Strawberry Mansion Learning Center for their outstanding work throughout the Strawberry Mansion Community.
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City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring the Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its service to Philadelphia’s community.
Recognizing and Honoring the Award-Winning Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated(r) For Its Ongoing Commitment of Service to the City of Philadelphia's Community.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring and recognizing Rachel Steinig for her forthcoming book, “Math Renaissance: Growing Math Circles, Changing Classrooms, and Creating Sustainable Math Education.” The resolution highlights her work promoting inquiry-based math education, youth engagement, and educational access, and provides that an engrossed copy be presented to her.
Honoring and Recognizing Rachel Steinig on Her Forthcoming Book "Math Renaissance: Growing Math Circles, Changing Classrooms, and Creating Sustainable Math Education."
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This adopted resolution recognizes and congratulates SEPTA for authorizing its largest solar initiative: installing photovoltaic systems at four bus and rail shops in Philadelphia.
Recognizing and Congratulating SEPTA for Authorizing Their Largest Solar Initiative with the Installation of Photovoltaic ("PV") Systems at Four Bus and Rail Shops Across the City of Philadelphia.
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This adopted resolution urges the U.S.
Urging the President of the United States and the United States Congress to enact legislation securing the citizenship of internationally adopted adult individuals.
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The adopted resolution also names 13th Street between Mifflin and McKean Streets "Tommy Coletti Way." It honors Tommy Coletti, a lifelong South Philadelphia resident, U.S.
Also naming 13th Street between Mifflin and McKean Streets as "Tommy Coletti Way".
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This adopted resolution approved Lee Huang’s reappointment as a member of the Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Storm Water Rate Board.
Approving the reappointment of Lee Huang to the Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Storm Water Rate Board.
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City Council adopted Philadelphia’s 2017 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the city’s official plan for identifying natural and other hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities.
Adopting the 2017 Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official hazard mitigation plan of the City of Philadelphia.
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The adopted resolution authorizes the Philadelphia Land Bank to transfer ownership of two properties at 1938 and 1942 N.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution naming the 5200 and 5300 blocks of Vine Street “Crystal Bird Fauset Way.” The designation honors Crystal Bird Fauset, the first African American woman elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, for her leadership in advancing African American rights; an engrossed copy will be presented to her family.
Also naming the 5200 through the 5300 blocks of Vine Street as "Crystal Bird Fauset Way" in recognition of her many accomplishments and for tireless leadership in advancing the rights of black people everywhere.
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