Council Actions Archive
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Roll-call votes still live on member and vote pages. This archive captures the rest of the meeting record too: unanimous actions, amendments, referrals, withdrawals, and other Council steps that Philadelphia Legistar publishes without a member-by-member tally.
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Every non-roll-call council action we currently track from the March 5, 2026 meeting.
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This bill would allow the city to create bicycle lanes and remove travel lanes on parts of Ridge Avenue. The change aims to make the road safer for people on bikes. It affects people who drive, bike, or walk on Ridge Avenue.
Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Designation of Bicycle Lanes," to authorize bicycle lanes and the removal of travel lanes on portions of Ridge Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to establish rules and restrictions on the sale of certain intoxicating substances in Philadelphia. It would affect businesses that sell these substances, as well as individuals who purchase them. The bill also includes penalties for non-compliance and outlines how the rules would be enforced.
Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions," to establish restrictions and regulations related to the sale of certain intoxicating substances and provide for associated penalties and enforcement, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill requires commercial landlords to take action against tenants who sell tobacco products without a permit. It aims to ensure that businesses follow the rules and get the necessary permits to sell tobacco. The bill affects commercial landlords and tenants who sell tobacco products.
Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code ("Service And Other Businesses") by adding a new Section 9-631.1 to establish requirements for commercial landlords to take certain remedial action against commercial tenants who engage in tobacco retailing without a required tobacco retailer permit and establishing penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the installation, ownership, and maintenance of structures that extend into public spaces, such as sidewalks or streets, under certain conditions. It affects property owners and residents who want to build or maintain these structures, as well as the general public who uses these spaces. The bill sets rules for how these structures can be built and maintained.
Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Mayor has sent a communication to the City Council regarding the City Planning Commission's recommendations on four bills. The bills are related to development and planning in the city, but the specifics of each bill are not provided. The communication is now on file with the Council.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill Number 260022 - Approval with amendments Bill Number 260025 - Approval Bill Number 260055 - Approval Bill Number 260074 - Approval Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor .End
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
A proposed bill aims to regulate tobacco retailers and prevent the sale of tobacco products to minors in Philadelphia. However, the Mayor did not sign the bill due to concerns that it may be preempted by state law. This decision affects tobacco retailers and minors in the city.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning unsigned Bill Number 251097, introduced by Councilmember Anthony Phillips, and passed by City Council on February 19, 2026. This bill would amend the Philadelphia Code to impose new regulations on tobacco retailers and the sale of tobacco products to minors. While this legislation is well intentioned, the Law Department has advised that the bill is preempted by state law. For this reason, I am returning Bill Number 251097 unsigned. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Mayor of Philadelphia signed two bills, Bill No. 250989-A and Bill No. 251098, which were passed by City Council on February 19, 2026. The details of these bills are not provided, so it's unclear what changes they will bring or who they will affect. The bills are now on file.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on March 04, 2026, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on February 19, 2026: Bill No. 250989-A Bill No. 251098 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The proposed ordinance allows for the installation, ownership, and maintenance of structures that extend into public spaces, such as sidewalks, under certain conditions. This affects property owners and residents who may want to install these structures, as well as the general public who uses these spaces. The ordinance sets terms and conditions for these structures to ensure they do not obstruct public use.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules for what can be built in commercial areas of Philadelphia, allowing transit stations to be built in these areas under certain conditions. This change could affect developers, businesses, and residents who live or work near commercial areas. The goal is to make it easier to build transit stations in commercial zones.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Section 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Use Regulations," to allow Transit Station use in Commercial zoning districts, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules for buildings near public transportation in certain areas of Philadelphia, allowing for more flexibility in what can be built on the ground floor. It affects developers, business owners, and residents in areas with Transit-Oriented Development Overlay Districts. The goal is to encourage development while considering the needs of the community.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District" by exempting certain districts from ground floor use requirements, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules for building near public transportation in Philadelphia, making it easier to develop housing and other projects in these areas. The changes affect developers, residents, and businesses near transit stations. The goal is to encourage more development and growth around public transportation hubs.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising certain provisions of Section 14-513, entitled, "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District" to rename it "/TOC, Transit Oriented Communities Overlay District," to expand its applicability radius, and amending various sections to make changes to applicable use, dimensional and parking standards, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the rules for the CMX-1 zoning district in Philadelphia, which affects areas with mixed commercial and residential use. The changes involve what types of businesses can operate in these areas, the size and scale of buildings, and parking requirements. This will impact property owners, developers, and residents in areas zoned as CMX-1.
March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning" by amending certain provisions of the CMX-1, Commercial Mixed Use, zoning district regarding uses, dimensional requirements, and parking, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.