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 February 24, 2022 meeting.
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Showing 19-36 of 36 actions from February 24, 2022
The enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia’s property-assessment rules for properties with resale restrictions under federal, state, or local programs.
Amending 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.
Introduced and Referred
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring Louis Scaglione, president, CEO, and music director of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute, for his 25th anniversary with the organization.
Recognizing and honoring Louis Scaglione - President, CEO, and Music Director of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute - on the occasion of his 25th Anniversary with the organization.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution recognizes and honors Philadelphia creative entrepreneur and activist Ant Brown for using art, entertainment, and youth engagement to help reduce violence among at-risk youth.
Recognizing and honoring creative entrepreneur and activist Ant Brown for his work in combatting violence among at-risk youth.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing February 2022 as American Heart Month and encouraging Philadelphians to pay attention to their heart health.
Recognizing February 2022 as American Heart Month, encouraging Philadelphians to be mindful of their heart health, and honoring the American Heart Association for their advocacy on the issue of heart health.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Adopted legislation authorizes the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer ownership, without payment, of 2614–18 Frankford Avenue to the Philadelphia Land Bank.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to certain properties located in the First Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Black Kidz Can Cook and Kidz Meals on Wheels for helping feed children across Philadelphia and teaching young people culinary skills.
Honoring and congratulating Champion of the Week and Black Business Crawl organization, Black Kidz Can Cook and Kidz Meals on Wheels, on their dedication to helping feed children across the city of Philadelphia and showing them the importance of culinary skills.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution honors the life and legacy of Elsie Wise for more than 60 years of civic leadership and community service in West Philadelphia.
Honoring the life and legacy of civic leader Elsie Wise for her dedication to community empowerment and mentorship through the founding of the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Team, and leadership in West Philadelphia civic organizations for more than 60 years.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution congratulates Dr.
Congratulating Dr. Amy Gutmann on her confirmation to the Administration of President Joe Biden as the Ambassador to Germany and recognizing her many contributions to public life and service in Philadelphia and beyond.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Adopted resolution recognizing Dr.
Recognizing the strength, determination, and contributions of renowned physician, Philadelphia City Councilmember, and Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Dr. Ethel Allen, whose medical expertise and dedicated public service prioritized the City's most vulnerable residents and paved the way for future generations of independent Black women in Philadelphia politics.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution naming 24th Street between Wharton and Reed Streets “Dorothy D.
Also naming 24th Street, between Wharton and Reed Streets, "Dorothy D. Allen Way," to honor the life and legacy of Dorothy D. Allen.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution names the 6300 block of Lancaster Avenue “Absalom Jones Way” to commemorate 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 the Reverend Absalom Jones and his legacy as an abolitionist, clergyman and the founder of the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, the first African American Episcopal Church in The United States.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution congratulating Eric Pryor on becoming president of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) in January 2022.
Congratulating Eric Pryor on his appointment as President of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA), making him the first Black President of PAFA.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution congratulates Carol G.
Congratulating Carol G. Stukes-Baylor on being elected Vice Chair for the City of Philadelphia Board of Pensions and Retirement, making her the first woman and woman of color to hold this position.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution authorizes Germantown Liberty Acquisitions LLC to transfer the residential unit associated with 3252 Germantown Avenue to 3200 Germantown Associates LP and assign the related redevelopment agreement.
Authorizing the conveyance of an interest in and the assignment of the redevelopment agreement for 3252 Germantown Avenue located in the Fifth Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-600 of The Philadelphia Code as it pertains to dispositions of surplus property under Chapter 16-400 and 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution encourages the Philadelphia Board of Education to adopt and implement a year-round civic participation and voter registration program for students, based on a proposal from PA Youth Vote.
Encouraging the Philadelphia Board of Education to adopt and implement a civic participation and voter registration program, as proposed by PA Youth Vote.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The enacted measure amended Philadelphia’s COVID-19 leave rules, requiring covered employers to provide paid leave for employees dealing with COVID-19 illness or exposure, caring for family members or children affected by COVID-19 precautions, getting vaccinated, or recovering from vaccination side effects.
Amending Section 9-4116 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "2021 Public Health Emergency Leave," to establish additional leave time under certain circumstance, modify existing provisions concerning the paid sick leave, and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON FINAL PASSAGE CALENDAR FOR NEXT MEETING.
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The enacted measure amended Philadelphia’s COVID-19 leave rules, requiring covered employers to provide paid leave for employees dealing with COVID-19 illness or exposure, caring for family members or children affected by COVID-19 precautions, getting vaccinated, or recovering from vaccination side effects.
Amending Section 9-4116 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "2021 Public Health Emergency Leave," to establish additional leave time under certain circumstance, modify existing provisions concerning the paid sick leave, and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
AMENDED
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The enacted measure amended Philadelphia’s COVID-19 leave rules, requiring covered employers to provide paid leave for employees dealing with COVID-19 illness or exposure, caring for family members or children affected by COVID-19 precautions, getting vaccinated, or recovering from vaccination side effects.
Amending Section 9-4116 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "2021 Public Health Emergency Leave," to establish additional leave time under certain circumstance, modify existing provisions concerning the paid sick leave, and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
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Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.