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
Unanimous actions actions from the October 23, 2025 meeting.
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Showing 1-18 of 18 actions from October 23, 2025
This adopted resolution officially renamed the 1300 block of N 52nd Street in West Philadelphia as “Dr.
Renaming the 1300 Block of N 52nd Street as "Dr. Damone B. Jones Way" in recognition of Dr. Damone B. Jones, Sr. for his exceptional service to the West Philadelphia community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution approves Philadelphia’s Fiscal Year 2026 Rebuild Project Statement as required by Bill No.
Approving the Rebuild Project Statement for Fiscal Year 2026 pursuant to Bill No. 170206.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution affirms Philadelphia’s commitment to public health policies based on scientific evidence.
Recognizing and affirming the City of Philadelphia's commitment to public health grounded in scientific evidence; and opposing state proposals that would weaken proven protections, including childhood immunizations, community water fluoridation, and practical steps that limit the spread of disease in schools.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution, which is currently in committee, would authorize the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings about threats to SNAP and SNAP-Ed in Philadelphia.
Authorizing the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings to examine the impacts of the current crisis threatening the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) on food and nutrition security in Philadelphia, including barriers to accessing benefits, disruptions to nutrition education and outreach, consequences for residents, and opportunities for coordinated City and community response.
ADOPTED & REFERRED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This adopted resolution honors Dr.
Recognizing the extraordinary contributions and lifetime achievements of Dr. Molefi Kete Asante, founder of Afrocentricity, and the founder of the Molefi Kete Asante (MKA) Institute for Afrocentric Studies in the Germantown Neighborhood.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and congratulating the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98 on its 125th anniversary.
Recognizing and congratulating the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98 on the momentous occasion of its 125th anniversary, celebrating over a century of exemplary leadership, advocacy, and unwavering dedication to the rights and welfare of electrical workers.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Adopted, this resolution honors and recognizes Reverend Carolyn Clarene Cavaness for the one-year anniversary of her pastoral appointment at the historic Mother Bethel AME Church.
Honoring and recognizing Reverend Carolyn Clarene Cavaness for the one-year Anniversary of her pastoral appointment at the historic Mother Bethel AME Church.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution asks the Mayor to return Bill No.
Requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 250771, entitled "An Ordinance Authorizing 3419 KENSINGTON PARTNERS or a subsequent owner to install, own, and maintain an encroachment at 3423 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions," for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Rabbi Arthur Ocean Waskow.
Honoring the life and legacy Rabbi Arthur Ocean Waskow, a prophetic activist and author grounded in Jewish tradition and faith, who created the foundation on which generations of moral activists stand.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution, which is in committee, would authorize the Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings about the City’s systems for paying municipal taxes and processing tax refunds.
Authorizing the Council Committee on Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings to investigate the City's payment and refund systems for municipal taxes.
ADOPTED & REFERRED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution commemorating and honoring the 2025 Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Commemorating and honoring the 2025 Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer's for mobilizing thousands of Philadelphians in the ongoing fight against Alzheimer's through advocacy, research, and community care.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution, which is currently in committee, would authorize the Committee on Public Safety to hold a hearing about how Philadelphia’s justice system protects victims of abuse and domestic violence.
Authorizing the Committee on Public Safety to hold a hearing to examine the City of Philadelphia's strategies, laws, and policies for protecting victims of abuse and domestic violence within the justice system, including the Courts, the Sheriff's Office, the District Attorney's Office, and the Philadelphia Police Department.
ADOPTED & REFERRED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the Atlantic Center for Capital Representation and its staff for 15 years of work addressing systemic issues related to the death penalty in Pennsylvania and across the country.
Honoring and Recognizing the Atlantic Center for Capital Representation and its staff for 15 years of dedicated service addressing systemic issues with the death penalty in Pennsylvania and across the nation.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This adopted resolution celebrates the Mural Arts Program and recognizes October as Mural Arts Month in Philadelphia.
Celebrating the Mural Arts Program and recognizing the month of October as Mural Arts Month in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Chris Gale, executive director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, for his work advocating for cyclist safety and inclusion.
Recognizing Chris Gale, Executive Director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, for his work exemplary work and advocacy in ensuring the safety and inclusivity of cyclists throughout Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring Power 99’s Rise and Grind Morning Show for its contributions to radio, Philadelphia culture, and community engagement.
Recognizing and honoring Power 99's Rise and Grind Morning Show for its lasting contributions to radio and the cultural fabric of the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Michael I.
Honoring the life and legacy of Michael I. Days for his extensive career as a reporter and editor for the Philadelphia Daily News and later as the Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion at the Philadelphia Inquirer.
ADOPTED BY STANDING VOTE·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Kada Scott, recognizing her faith, kindness, entrepreneurship, creativity, and impact on her family and community.
Honoring the life and legacy of Kada Scott, a beacon of light and love in Philadelphia, remembered for her faith, kindness, and the countless lives she touched.
ADOPTED BY STANDING VOTE·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.