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Procedural actions from the March 12, 2026 meeting.
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Showing 19-36 of 41 actions from March 12, 2026
This resolution honors Major Benjamin F. Brooks for his career in the Pennsylvania State Police and his efforts to expand opportunities in law enforcement. It recognizes his historic achievements and contributions to the field. The resolution affects Major Brooks and serves as a formal recognition of his work.
Honoring and recognizing Major Benjamin F. Brooks for his historic career in the Pennsylvania State Police and his role in expanding opportunity in law enforcement.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing March 2026 as 'Creative and Nighttime Economy Month' in Philadelphia. This resolution aims to acknowledge and celebrate the city's creative and nighttime economy, which includes businesses and activities that take place during evening and nighttime hours. It affects the city's arts, culture, and entertainment sectors.
Recognizing the month of March 2026 as "Creative and Nighttime Economy Month" 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 passed a resolution allowing Councilmember Gauthier to represent them in a zoning appeal case regarding a property at 4283 Viola Street. This means Councilmember Gauthier can participate in the appeal on behalf of City Council. The appeal is related to a decision made by the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Authorizing Councilmember Gauthier to intervene, on behalf of and as representative of City Council, in the appeal against the Zoning Board of Adjustment with respect to 4283 Viola Street.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council has passed a resolution to name the 6200 Block of Osage Avenue 'Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way' in honor of Gerald Wayne Renfrow's life and legacy in the community. This change affects the Osage Avenue and Pine Street area, recognizing Renfrow's leadership and impact. The naming of the street is a way to commemorate his contributions to the community.
Also naming the 6200 Block of Osage Avenue "Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way" to honor the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Gerald Wayne Renfrow in the Osage Avenue and Pine Street community.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill allows for certain structures or objects to be built or placed on or over city streets and sidewalks near 2655 S Juniper St, as long as they meet specific requirements. The bill affects residents and businesses in the area, as well as the city's management of public spaces. It sets terms and conditions for these encroachments to ensure they do not interfere with public use of the streets and sidewalks.
Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 2655 S Juniper St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill allows for the installation of a dumpster in a specific location on Vine Street in Philadelphia, under certain conditions. The dumpster will be owned and maintained by the responsible party, and the bill outlines the terms of its use. This affects residents and businesses near 509-19 Vine Street.
Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of a dumpster encroachment in the vicinity of 509-19 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments in the 2026 budget. It affects various city offices, departments, boards, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Special Gasoline Tax Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
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 makes changes to the city's six-year capital budget plan, which was approved in 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for certain projects and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plans.
To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the zoning rules for a specific area in Philadelphia, affecting the types of buildings and uses allowed on certain properties. The area impacted is bounded by McKinley Street, Leonard Street, Devereaux Avenue, and Bustleton Avenue. This change could affect residents, businesses, and property owners in the area.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by McKinley Street, Leonard Street, Devereaux Avenue, and Bustleton Avenue.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the zoning designations of certain areas of land in a specific part of Philadelphia, bounded by Erie Avenue, Front Street, Lippincott Street, and 2nd Street. The zoning changes could affect how land is used in this area, such as what types of buildings can be constructed or what businesses can operate. This change could impact residents, business owners, and developers in the area.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Erie Avenue, Front Street, Lippincott Street, and 2nd Street.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would allow certain residential parking permits in District 38 under specific terms and conditions. It affects residents living in District 38 who may need parking permits. The bill aims to provide parking solutions for residents in this area.
Amending Section 12-2705 of The Philadelphia Code ("Issuance of Resident Parking Permits") to allow for certain residential parking permits in District 38, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would create a new tax on orders for delivery of retail goods in Philadelphia, affecting businesses and residents who order items for delivery. The tax would apply to deliveries of tangible goods, such as products bought online or through a store. The goal is to establish a new source of revenue for the city.
Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Finance, Taxes and Collections," to add a new Chapter 19-4800, entitled "Retail Delivery Tax," to establish a tax on orders for the delivery in Philadelphia of retail consumer and other tangible goods, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would allow the School District of Philadelphia to collect a tax on rideshare services, like Uber or Lyft, that start in the city. The tax would be paid by the passenger and would be used to fund the school district. The bill is currently being reviewed by a city council committee.
Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to a add a new Section 19-1808, entitled "Authorization of Rideshare Use Tax," to authorize the Board of the School District of Philadelphia to levy a tax upon the use by a passenger of a transportation network company for a prearranged ride that originates in Philadelphia; all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the zoning designations of certain areas of land in a specific part of the city, which could affect how land is used and developed in that area. The affected area is bounded by I-76, the Schuylkill Expressway Ramp, Hartranft Street, and the Conrail Right-of-Way. This change could impact residents, businesses, and developers in the area.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by I-76, the Schuylkill Expressway Ramp, Hartranft Street, and the Conrail Right-of-Way.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to update the city's asbestos regulations by changing the fees related to asbestos handling and removal. The changes will affect businesses and individuals who work with asbestos, as well as city agencies that oversee asbestos removal. The goal is to ensure safer handling and removal of asbestos in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 6-600 of The Philadelphia Code ("Asbestos"), by adding and revising provisions related to various fees, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to clarify how the city's Realty Use and Occupancy Tax applies to cell towers. It would affect companies that own or operate cell towers in Philadelphia. The change would help ensure that these companies pay the correct amount of tax on their use of real estate.
Amending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to clarify the imposition of the tax on the use or occupancy of real estate with respect to cell towers; all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the fees for licenses and permits related to air management in Philadelphia. The changes would affect businesses and individuals who need these licenses and permits. The goal is to update the current fee structure under specific terms and conditions.
Amending Title 3 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Air Management Code," to modify the amounts of license and permit fees, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.