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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Council actions
Every non-roll-call council action we currently track from the November 18, 2021 meeting.
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Showing 1-18 of 111 actions from November 18, 2021
This communication reports that the mayor returned without signing Bill No.
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 210742, which was passed by Council at its session on November 4, 2021. This Bill will amend Section 14-502 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/CTR, Center City Overlay District", by amending certain height regulations and creating bulk and massing controls within the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Area. The Philadelphia City Planning Commission (PCPC) reviewed this legislation and recommended against approval. It noted support for the adjustment to the height limit for this parcel, but noted significant concerns for the other provisions that apply very specific standards to only one parcel, and require a significant payment to the Housing Trust Fund (regardless of whether a mixed-income housing bonus is used) for approval condition. The monetization of the code is not good precedent and if permitted, could open the door to further monetization of Council legisla...
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication reports that the Mayor returned without signing Bill 210205, a proposal that would have created a program for the City to make certain urgent repairs—such as restoring heat or fixing damaged plumbing—and bill the property owner.
November 17, 2021 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 210205, which was passed by Council at its session on October 28, 2021. This Bill will amend Chapter 9 of Subcode PM ("The Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code") of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Additional Special Requirements," to establish a program in which the City may perform certain urgent repairs and bill the property owner. The Administration supports the intention of this Bill and understands that the violations targeted in this legislation - lack of heating and damaged plumbing - can be significantly detrimental to residents and near neighbors. It is important to help encourage property owners to maintain their properties in a manner that prevents displacement of residents, wherever possible which is why we already offer programs like the Basic Systems Repair Program, the Small Landlord Working Capital Loans, Res...
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication advised City Council that Bill Nos.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210549, 210632, 210634, 210637, 210638, 210667, 210668 and 210687, which were passed by Council on November 4, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on November 17, 2021.
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication transmitted an ordinance proposing an eastbound bicycle lane on Chestnut Street between South 63rd Street and South 45th Street.
Transmitting an ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Designation of Bicycle Lanes," to authorize a bicycle lane, in the eastbound direction, on Chestnut street from South 63rd street to South 45th street; and to remove a travel lane on Chestnut street within the same limits; all under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting an ordinance authorizing the Commissioner of Procurement and the Chief Executive Officer, Philadelphia International Airport, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a Concession Agreement with Kale Info Solutions, Inc., for the implementation and operation of an Airport Cargo Community System for the Philadelphia International Airport, under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
November 4, 2021 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill No. 210776 - Not for approval Bill No. 210777 Bill No. 210798 Bill No. 210799 Respectfully submitted, JAMES F. KENNEY Mayor
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming November 24, 2021, as Pierre Robert Day in recognition of his 40th anniversary at 93.3 WMMR.
Proclaiming November 24, 2021, as Pierre Robert Day in Philadelphia in commemoration of his 40th Anniversary at 93.3 WMMR.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This adopted resolution recognizes the 88th anniversary of the Ukrainian Genocide of 1932–1933, also known as the Holodomor, and honors its victims, survivors, and affected families.
Recognizing the 88th Anniversary of the Ukrainian Genocide of 1932-1933.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Norm Eavenson for more than 40 years of scouting and recruiting young basketball players across the Middle Atlantic region.
Honoring the legacy of Champion of the week, Norm Eavenson, for an inspiring life and recruiting career of more than 40 years scouting the best young basketball players all across Pennsylvania, New York, D.C., and Baltimore as a Middle Atlantic Recruiter.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The adopted resolution determines that Bill No.
Recognizing and determining that Bill No. 210778-A remains under active consideration by this Council.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This adopted resolution honors 6ABC Action News anchor Jim Gardner upon his planned retirement and recognizes his service delivering news to Philadelphia and the region since 1976.
Honoring 6ABC Action News' Jim Gardner upon his upcoming retirement and recognizing his years of service to the people of Philadelphia and the region to whom he delivered urgent news and information every day since 1976.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The adopted resolution congratulates David L.
Congratulating David L. Cohen on his confirmation as the United States Ambassador to Canada and recognizing his many contributions to public life and service in Philadelphia and beyond.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring attorney and grassroots community activist Leon A.
Recognizing the work and contributions of attorney and grassroots community activist Leon A. Williams Esq., whose political involvement as an independent candidate inspired a reimagining of the criminal justice system and laid the groundwork for future generations of innovative public servants in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring attorney and grassroots community activist Leon A.
Recognizing the work and contributions of attorney and grassroots community activist Leon A. Williams Esq., whose political involvement as an independent candidate inspired a reimagining of the criminal justice system and laid the groundwork for future generations of innovative public servants in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution urging the U.S.
Urging the U.S. Congress to pass House Resolution 5768, the Violent Incident Clearance and Technological Investigative Methods (VICTIM) Act, which would provide $1 Billion in federal funding over the next 10 years to help local and state police raise their clearance rates for both fatal and non-fatal shootings.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Annette John-Hall upon her retirement from journalism after a 41-year career.
Recognizing Annette John-Hall on the occasion of her retirement from journalism after a distinguished and celebrated career.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution naming the 1400 block of N.
Also naming the 1400 block of N. Frazier Street as "Queen Mother Falaka Fattah Way," in honor of Falaka Fattah, to commemorate her legacy as the co-founder of the House of Umoja and her leadership in mentoring over 3,000 African American youth in her lifetime.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
City Council adopted a resolution naming the 5600 block of W.
Also naming the 5600 block of W. Master Street as "David Fattah Way," in honor of David Fattah, to commemorate his legacy as the co-founder of the House of Umoja, as well as his community and youth leadership in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.