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Procedural actions from the March 12, 2026 meeting.
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This bill makes changes to Philadelphia's Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget, which was approved in June 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for different purposes and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plan.
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill requires locking dumpsters in Philadelphia under certain conditions. The goal is to reduce litter and trash scattered from dumpsters. This change would affect businesses and property owners who use dumpsters for waste disposal.
Amending Chapter 10-700 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Refuse and Littering," to require locking dumpsters; all under certain terms and conditions.
AMENDED
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to protect tenants in Philadelphia by adding rules against landlord retaliation and harassment, and by making it clearer what rights tenants have to a safe and livable home. It also creates ways for tenants to organize and gives them more time to take action if their rights are violated. The bill affects renters and landlords in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to modify the requirements related to good cause for ending a tenancy, add protections against retaliation and harassment for tenants and tenant organizations, specify tenants' rights related to the implied warranty of habitability and provide a legal presumption related to breaches of the implied warranty of habitability, create a tenant right to organize, specify deadlines for asserting claims, and establish and enhance enforcement mechanisms, remedies, damages, and protections, all under certain terms and conditions.
AMENDED
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to improve property owner accountability by clarifying licensing requirements and creating a proactive inspection program. It also requires public reporting on code compliance and establishes protections for tenants. The bill affects property owners and tenants in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," to clarify licensing requirements, authorize the Department to create a Proactive Inspection program, require public reporting related to Code compliance, and establish remedies, damages, and protections for tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.
AMENDED
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To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-546 entitled /SIX, Sixth District Overlay District, revise Section 14-515, the /NE, Northeast Overlay District, remove Section 14-523, the /IMA, Industrial and Manufacturing Area Overlay District, and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
Amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Caf?s," and Section A-301.1.5 of Title 4, Subcode "A" ("The Philadelphia Administrative Code") of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Use Registration Permits," by removing expired provisions related to outdoor entertainment at sidewalk caf?s, under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning" by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes to text that has expired, all under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, the Wissahickon Creek, Kelly Drive, Falls Road, the Schuylkill River, and Dawson Street extended.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-546 entitled /SIX, Sixth District Overlay District, revise Section 14-515, the /NE, Northeast Overlay District, remove Section 14-523, the /IMA, Industrial and Manufacturing Area Overlay District, and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
Amending Section 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sidewalk Caf?s," and Section A-301.1.5 of Title 4, Subcode "A" ("The Philadelphia Administrative Code") of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Use Registration Permits," by removing expired provisions related to outdoor entertainment at sidewalk caf?s, under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning" by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes to text that has expired, all under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, the Wissahickon Creek, Kelly Drive, Falls Road, the Schuylkill River, and Dawson Street extended.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill is about approving a revised 5-year financial plan for Philadelphia, covering the years 2027-2031, with some changes for 2026. The plan will be submitted to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority by the Mayor. This plan affects the city's budget and financial planning.
Providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031, and incorporating revisions with respect to Fiscal Year 2026, which is to be submitted by the Mayor to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority pursuant to an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement by and between the City and the Authority.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This resolution honors and congratulates Max Kent on his retirement from NewCourtland, recognizing his decades of service in the US Army, healthcare administration, and community service, particularly in supporting Philadelphia's seniors and underserved populations. The resolution is a ceremonial gesture to acknowledge Kent's contributions. It does not create new policies or laws, but rather serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the City Council.
Honoring and congratulating Max Kent on the occasion of his retirement from NewCourtland and recognizing his decades of dedicated leadership in the United States Army, healthcare administration, community service, and support of Philadelphia's seniors and those who are underserved.88
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor Mekia Elizabeth, a Block Captain in Southwest Germantown, for being named Block Captain of the Year. This recognition is for her outstanding leadership and dedication to building a stronger community in Philadelphia. The resolution commends her efforts and expresses appreciation for her work.
Honoring and recognizing Mekia Elizabeth, Block Captain of the 4500 block of Fernhill Road in Southwest Germantown, for being named Block Captain of the Year by The Philadelphia Citizen and commending her outstanding leadership and dedication to building a stronger, more connected community in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council passed a resolution to honor Imhotep Institute Charter High School for its excellent STEM program and global educational initiatives. This recognition celebrates the school's efforts to increase access to science, technology, engineering, and math education for Philadelphia students. The resolution acknowledges the hard work of the school's students, educators, and leaders.
Recognizing and honoring the students, educators, and leadership of Imhotep Institute Charter High School for their outstanding STEM Program and global educational initiatives, including Project Kuumba: Japan, and celebrating their commitment to expanding access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education for students in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council has designated March 8, 2026, as 'Joe Frazier Day' to honor the 55th anniversary of Joe Frazier's historic boxing win against Muhammad Ali. This day recognizes Frazier's achievement and celebrates his legacy as a Philadelphia icon. The designation affects all Philadelphia residents who want to acknowledge and celebrate Frazier's contribution to the city's sports history.
Designating March 8, 2026, as "Joe Frazier Day" in the City of Philadelphia in celebration and recognition of the 55th anniversary of the "Fight of the Century", in which Philadelphia icon "Smokin'" Joe Frazier defeated Muhammad Ali to win the world heavyweight championship title.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council passed a resolution to hold hearings about the Port of Philadelphia, also known as PhilaPort, to review its operations and economic impact. The goal is to help the port grow and make Philadelphia a major hub for 21st-century commerce. This affects the city's economy and businesses related to the port.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the status, operations, and economic impact at the Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) to ensure its growth and operations position the City of Philadelphia as a 21st century commerce hub.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.