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 April 9, 2026 meeting.
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Showing 1-18 of 70 actions from April 9, 2026
The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as National Earth Month.
Recognizing April 2026 as National Earth Month and celebrating Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet School's commitment to fostering the next generation of environmental stewards.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and celebrating the extraordinary efforts of WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing the week of April 6-12, 2026, as National Public Health Week.
Recognizing the week of April 6 through April 12, 2026, as "National Public Health Week".
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The City Council passed a resolution to honor and recognize Lodge No.
Honoring and recognizing Lodge No. 2 of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Free and Accepted Ancient York Masons, for its historical significance in the founding of the nation, its 268 Years of dedication to leadership and mentorship, and its continued contributions to charitable organizations in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The City Council has designated April 18, 2026, as Lineworker Appreciation Day in Philadelphia to recognize the hard work of lineworkers who maintain the city's power infrastructure.
Designating April 18, 2026, as Lineworker Appreciation Day in the City of Philadelphia, and recognizing and honoring the dedication and resilience of lineworkers who build, maintain, and repair the infrastructure that powers our City.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Glaziers Local No.
Recognizing the 100th Anniversary of Glaziers Local No. 252 of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, chartered on April 12, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution honors Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for his work to improve the lives of young people in Philadelphia.
Honoring Councilmember Isaiah Thomas' dedication towards elevating the lives of young people throughout Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor and recognize Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School for winning the 2026 PIAA Class 1A Boys' Basketball State Championship.
Honoring and Recognizing Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School On Winning the 2026 PIAA Class 1A Boys' Basketball State Championship
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The City Council has adopted a resolution declaring April 2026 as Jazz Appreciation Month in Philadelphia, recognizing the city's rich jazz history.
Declaring April 2026 as Jazz Appreciation Month in the City of Philadelphia and celebrating the City's extraordinary jazz legacy.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor and congratulate Philadelphia's chefs and restaurants that were nominated for the 2026 James Beard Awards.
Honoring and congratulating Philadelphia's iconic chefs and restaurants named as nominees for the 2026 James Beard Awards.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to recognize and honor CASA for Children of Philadelphia County on its 20th anniversary.
Recognizing and honoring CASA for Children of Philadelphia County on its 20th anniversary for its outstanding service, advocacy, and commitment to ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of children in Philadelphia's foster care system.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution to honor Malala Yousafzai for receiving the 2026 WHYY Lifelong Learning Award, recognizing her work to promote education for all.
The Council of the City of Philadelphia recognizes and honors Malala Yousafzai for being the recipient of the 2026 WHYY Lifelong Learning Award for her contributions to the fundamental right to education for all individuals.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution celebrating the selection of 'Our Missing Hearts' by Celeste Ng for the 2026 One Book, One Philadelphia program.
Celebrating the selection of Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng for the 2026 One Book, One Philadelphia program.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution congratulating the members of Ye Olde Philadelphia Club on their 100th anniversary.
Recognizing and congratulating the members of Ye Olde Philadelphia Club of Philadelphia on the occasion of their 100th anniversary.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell six properties in the 2nd Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1212 South 17th Street; 1511 South 20th Street; 1904 South 23rd Street; 1216 South 31st Street; 1911 Gerritt Street; 1932 and 2044 Titan Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
A city council resolution aims to honor Darcenia V.
Also naming the intersection of 40th and Chestnut Street as "Darcenia Burrell Way" to honor the life and legacy of Darcenia V. Burrell and her lasting contributions to the community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
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.
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.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This bill aims to improve property owner accountability by clarifying licensing requirements and creating a proactive inspection program.
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.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.