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 19, 2026 meeting.
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Showing 1-18 of 35 actions from February 19, 2026
The adopted resolution expresses Philadelphia City Council’s support for Temple University student and youth civil-rights advocate Jerome Richardson and for First Amendment rights related to protest.
Expressing support for Jerome Richardson and our First Amendment rights in the face of political persecution against protestors by the Trump Administration.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Saturday, February 21, 2026, as International Mother Language Day.
Recognizing Saturday, February 21, 2026, as International Mother Language Day to honor the brave souls who, on this day in 1952, sacrificed their lives to retain the right to use their mother language Bangla, also known as Bengali.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent Civil Rights leader and public servant.
Recognizing and honoring the life of trailblazing Civil Rights leader, dedicated public servant, and lifelong activist, Reverend Jesse Jackson.
ADOPTED BY STANDING VOTE·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution recognizes the start of the Lenten season, a period of reflection and spiritual growth for Christians in Philadelphia and worldwide.
Recognizing the beginning of the Lenten season, a sacred period of reflection, prayer, fasting, and service observed by millions of Christians in Philadelphia and throughout the world.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The City Council passed a resolution to honor and celebrate Black women leaders in Philadelphia's arts and culture scene, including Vashti DuBois, Val Gay, and Facetta Garrison-Greene, during Black History Month.
Celebrating and honoring Vashti DuBois, Val Gay, Facetta Garrison-Greene, and the Black women who are leaders of culture and arts in the City and devote their lives to improving the arts and culture of Philadelphia, on Black History Month.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution congratulating the Philadelphia Gay News on its 50th anniversary of serving the city's LGBTQ+ community.
Honoring and congratulating Philadelphia Gay News on the distinguished occasion of its 50th anniversary in Philadelphia, serving as Philadelphia's longest-running LGBTQ+ publication, and serving as a vital independent voice that advances equality, visibility, and community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution honors Ukrainian organizations in Philadelphia for their work with Ukrainian Americans, refugees, and the broader community.
Honoring Ukrainian organizations in Philadelphia for their service to Ukrainian Americans, Ukrainian refugees, and the broader Philadelphia community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor Pastor Rob Harrison of New Journey Christian Center for his contributions to the Germantown community.
Honoring Pastor Rob Harrison of New Journey Christian Center and celebrating the vital role of faith leaders in shaping, uplifting, and strengthening the Germantown community and the City of Philadelphia in recognition of Black History Month.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution honors Reverend Tony Pritchette for his contributions to spiritual empowerment, community outreach, and restorative justice in Philadelphia.
Honoring the leadership and service of Reverend Tony Pritchette for his unwavering commitment to spiritual empowerment, community outreach, and restorative justice in the City of Philadelphia in recognition of Black History Month.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution recognizes and celebrates the Philadelphia Heritage and Phila Montco branches of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History.
Recognizing and Celebrating The Philadelphia Heritage and Phila Montco Branches of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution renaming the 3000 block of West Harper Street “Joyce Hill Way” in honor of Joyce Hill’s life and longtime service to the Strawberry Mansion community.
Renaming the 3000 Block of West Harper Street "Joyce Hill Way" to honor the life and legacy of Joyce Hill.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution is recorded with a status of adopted.
Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter providing for the creation of the Office of the Youth Ombudsperson; and providing for the submission of the proposed amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This bill proposes a change to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter that would allow City employees to run for public office without having to quit their City job first.
Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and providing for the submission of the amendment of the electors of Philadelphia.
AMENDED
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This resolution urges the U.S.
Urging the U.S. Senate to oppose the SAVE Act and reject any additional barrier to voter registration.
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 Saturday, February 21, 2026, as International Mother Language Day.
Recognizing Saturday, February 21, 2026, as International Mother Language Day to honor the brave souls who, on this day in 1952, sacrificed their lives to retain the right to use their mother language Bangla, also known as Bengali.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent Civil Rights leader and public servant.
Recognizing and honoring the life of trailblazing Civil Rights leader, dedicated public servant, and lifelong activist, Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This resolution recognizes the start of the Lenten season, a period of reflection and spiritual growth for Christians in Philadelphia and worldwide.
Recognizing the beginning of the Lenten season, a sacred period of reflection, prayer, fasting, and service observed by millions of Christians in Philadelphia and throughout the world.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council has passed a resolution calling on the state government to legalize adult-use cannabis in 2026.
Calling on Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania General Assembly to enact adult-use cannabis legalization in 2026.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.