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
Other actions actions from the January 27, 2022 meeting.
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Showing 1-18 of 19 actions from January 27, 2022
This communication transmitted a proposed resolution concerning certain City-owned lots and buildings in Philadelphia’s 8th Councilmanic District.
Transmitting an 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 8th 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.
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Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting an a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 3625 Wallace Street located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
READ AND FILED
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This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting an a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1707 Ridge Avenue located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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This communication, which was placed on file, transmitted a proposed resolution concerning certain City-owned lots and buildings in Philadelphia’s Fifth Councilmanic District.
Transmitting an 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
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication transmitted a proposed resolution concerning the transfer of certain City-owned lots, buildings, and other improvements in Philadelphia’s 1st Councilmanic District to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority.
Transmitting an 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 1st 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
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting an a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2046 Martha Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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This resolution, which is currently in committee, would authorize Council’s Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy to hold public hearings on a report from the Philadelphia Fashion and Garment Industry Task Force.
Authorizing Council's Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy to hold public hearings on the findings and recommendations of the Philadelphia Fashion and Garment Industry Task Force.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and congratulating Shen Yun Performing Arts for its 15th year performing in Pennsylvania.
Recognizing and Congratulation Shen Yun on the occasion of their 15th year performing in Pennsylvania as the world's premier classical Chinese dance and music company.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming May 2, 2022, as John Fryer Day in Philadelphia.
Proclaiming May 2, 2022 as John Fryer Day in the City of Philadelphia for his contributions to Philadelphia and the LGBTQ Community.
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The City Council adopted a resolution honoring Jeff Guaracino, the former CEO of Visit Philadelphia, for promoting Philadelphia as a tourism destination.
Honoring the life of Jeff Guaracino Chief Executive Officer of Visit Philly, who brought the City into the national spotlight as a destination for tourism and whose work championed the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals and welcomed all to Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
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City Council adopted a resolution recognizing the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf on the 200th anniversary of its founding.
Recognizing the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf on the 200th Anniversary of its founding.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council confirmed Adara L.
Confirming the appointment of Adara L. Combs as Victim Advocate.
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This adopted resolution calls on the U.S.
Calling on the U.S. Senate to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of James Mtume, a Philadelphia native, music legend, activist, and advocate for Black culture and history.
Honoring the life and legacy of music legend, activist, and Philadelphia native James Mtume, on the occasion of his passing.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend Robert “Bob” Saget.
Honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend Bob Saget, a Philadelphia native and Temple University graduate, on the occasion of his passing.
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City Council adopted a resolution naming the 6300 block of Lancaster Avenue “Absalom Jones Way.” The designation commemorates Reverend Absalom Jones, an abolitionist, clergyman, and founder of the African Episcopal Church of St.
Also naming the 6300 block of Lancaster Avenue as Absalom Jones Way, to commemorate Reverend Absalom Jones and his legacy as an abolitionist, clergyman and the founder of the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, the first African Episcopal Church in The United States.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Leon A.
Honoring and celebrating Philadelphia's Living Legends: Leon A. Williams, Esq., Michael Coard, Esq., Rasheedah Phillips, Esq., George Burrell, Esq., and Keir Bradford-Grey, Esq., who are all respected and distinguished leaders in the field of law, as part of the commemoration of Black History Month.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson for creating Abbott Elementary.
Honoring and celebrating trailblazing writer, actor, and comedian Quinta Brunson for her creation of Abbott Elementary, an innovative, hilarious Black and woman-led sitcom that sheds light on the joy, struggle, dedication, and resilience of Philadelphia teachers and school communities.
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