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 December 19, 2024 meeting.
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Showing 1-13 of 13 actions from December 19, 2024
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting a message advising you that on December 18, 2024, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on December 05, 2024: Bill No. 240242 Bill No. 240613-AA Bill No. 240664 Bill No. 240876 Bill No. 240877 Bill No. 240878 Bill No. 240879 Bill No. 240880 Bill No. 240881 Bill No. 241026 Bill No. 241027 Bill No. 241028 Bill No. 241030
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The adopted resolution authorizes the Committee on People With Disabilities and Special Needs to hold a hearing on accessibility in Philadelphia.
Authorizing the Committee on People With Disabilities and Special Needs to hold a hearing regarding the state of accessibility in the City of Philadelphia, including ensuring the celebratory events that will be held in Philadelphia in 2026 are maximally accessible to every person in the City.
ADOPTED·Pass
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The adopted resolution authorizes the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold a hearing about the recent deaths of people incarcerated in Philadelphia correctional facilities, including Amanda Cahill, Michael McKinnis, and Joseph Gabor.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold a hearing concerning the deaths of individuals incarcerated in Philadelphia correctional facilities in recent weeks, including Amanda Cahill, Michael McKinnis, and Joseph Gabor, and evaluating the changes that are needed to prevent further tragedies.
ADOPTED·Pass
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution celebrating and honoring the life and legacy of Nikki Giovanni, a poet, professor, activist, and revolutionary, following her passing.
Celebrating and honoring the life and legacy of legendary poet, professor, activist and revolutionary Nikki Giovanni on the occasion of her passing.
ADOPTED·Pass
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This adopted resolution authorizes the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings on vaping among Philadelphia children and the effectiveness of current enforcement efforts.
Resolution authorizing the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold a hearing on the prevalence of vaping among children and the effectiveness of current enforcement efforts.
ADOPTED·Pass
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of DJ Gary O, who was known for his work on WDAS FM and contributions to Philadelphia’s music community.
Honoring the life and legacy of iconic DJ Gary O, a beloved Philadelphia music legend who graced the airwaves of the community for decades.
ADOPTED·Pass
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing December 21, 2024, as Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day.
Recognizing December 21st 2024 as Homeless Persons' Memorial Day in the City of Philadelphia, acknowledging the lives of all unhoused people we have lost over the past year, and bringing attention to housing insecurity across the City.
ADOPTED·Pass
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming January 13, 2025, as Korean American Day in Philadelphia.
Proclaiming January 13, 2025 as Korean American Day in Philadelphia to celebrate and commemorate the proud heritage of Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhance the City's culture, economy, and the founding ideals of independence and democracy.
ADOPTED·Pass
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Craig Williams, CEO of American Power Electrical Supply Co., for his contributions to the Philadelphia Streetlight Improvement Project.
Honoring and Recognizing Craig Williams for his invaluable contributions to the Philadelphia Streetlight Improvement Project, championed by the Philadelphia Energy Authority, and his exemplary leadership in advancing both the economic and social well-being of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
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This adopted resolution urges the Federal Aviation Administration to investigate and further regulate drones flying over private property.
Urging the Federal Aviation Administration to investigate and further regulate the use of unmanned aircraft systems, known as drones, over private property after an increase of unidentified drone use in the greater Philadelphia area.
ADOPTED·Pass
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The adopted resolution also names the 3900 block of Haverford Avenue between Lancaster Avenue and 40th Street the “Rev.
Also naming the 3900 block of Haverford Avenue between Lancaster Avenue and 40th Street, "Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Triangle" to commemorate the location of his 1965 Freedom Now Rally.
ADOPTED·Pass
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution renaming the 1500 block of South 17th Street “C.V.
Renaming the1500 block of South 17th Street "C.V. Wilson Sr., Way", in honor of Deacon C.V. Wilson Sr., for his extraordinary leadership, entrepreneurship, and unwavering commitment to his Church and community.
ADOPTED·Pass
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The adopted resolution proposes amending the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a Philadelphia Prison Community Oversight Board and an Office of Prison Oversight, subject to approval by Philadelphia voters.
Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of the Philadelphia Prison Community Oversight Board and the Office of Prison Oversight and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Other recorded action without a published tally.