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Every non-roll-call council action we currently track from the April 23, 2026 meeting.
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The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as Second Chance Month in Philadelphia, which honors the efforts of people and organizations that help former prisoners reintegrate into society. This recognition aims to support successful reentry and strengthen the community. It affects returning citizens, reentry professionals, and community organizations that work with them.
Recognizing April 2026 as Second Chance Month in the City of Philadelphia and honoring the work of reentry professionals, community organizations, employers, advocates, families, and returning citizens who strengthen the City by supporting successful reentry.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell a property at 1707 Ridge Avenue. This property is located in the 5th Councilmanic District and the sale will follow the rules set by The Philadelphia Code. The resolution affects the Philadelphia Land Bank and the owner of the property.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1707 Ridge Avenue located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell several properties in the 5th Councilmanic District. The properties are located on North 23rd Street, North 24th Street, North Bucknell Street, Judson Street, and West Montgomery Avenue. This resolution affects the owners or potential buyers of these properties, as well as the surrounding community.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1800, 1818, 1862 N. 23rd Street, 1802, 1806, 1808, 1810, 1820, 1828, 1845, 1848, 1852 N. 24th Street, 1801, 1813, 1837, 1855, 1868 N. Bucknell Street, 1800, 1814, 1858 Judson Street, 2318, 2326, 2330, 2332, 2334, 2336 W. Montgomery Avenue located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell two properties, 3001 and 3003 N. 10th Street, following the city's rules for land disposal. This decision affects the owners or potential buyers of these properties, as well as the surrounding community. The properties are located in the 5th Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 3001 and 3003 N. 10th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as Arab American Heritage Month in Philadelphia. This resolution celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans living in the city. It aims to acknowledge and appreciate the diverse community of Arab Americans in Philadelphia.
Recognizing April 2026 as Arab American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans in the City of Philadelphia.
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 Earl D. Fowlkes, Jr. for his leadership and service to the Black LGBTQ+ community during Philadelphia Black Pride week. This resolution recognizes his contributions and dedication to the movement. It is a ceremonial gesture to acknowledge his work.
Honoring and congratulating Earl D. Fowlkes, Jr. during the week of Philadelphia Black Pride for his incredible and visionary leadership and dedicated service to the Black LGBTQ+ movement.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council is considering a resolution to confirm the appointment of Idee C. Fox to the Board of Ethics, a group that oversees ethical conduct in city government. If approved, Fox would serve on the board until November 16, 2030. This appointment affects the city's government oversight and accountability.
Confirming the appointment of the Hon. Idee C. Fox as a member of the Board of Ethics, to serve in the term ending November 16, 2030.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The city is transferring ownership of a property at 214 Hermit Street to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which will then give the property to the Philadelphia Land Bank. This change in ownership is intended to help with redevelopment efforts in the area. The property is located in the 4th Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 214 Hermit Street in the 4th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This resolution urges the US Congress and the Trump Administration to include comprehensive fertility care, such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), in the health insurance coverage provided to military families under TRICARE. The resolution aims to support military families who may be struggling with infertility. It affects military families who rely on TRICARE for their health insurance needs.
Urging the United States Congress and the Trump Administration to provide comprehensive fertility care, including In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), under TRICARE in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell a property at 5103 Chester Avenue. This property is located in the 3rd Councilmanic District and the sale will follow the rules set by The Philadelphia Code. The sale affects the property owner and the community in the 3rd Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5103 Chester Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution that would allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell four properties on Baltimore Avenue. These properties are currently vacant and the sale would be done according to city rules. The properties are located in the 3rd Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5123, 5125, 5127 and 5129 Baltimore Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The City Council is considering a resolution that would allow the city to transfer ownership of a property at 1425 S. Paxon Street to the Philadelphia Land Bank. This transfer would involve the city giving the property to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which would then give it to the Land Bank. The property is located in the 3rd Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1425 S. Paxon Street in the 3rd Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This resolution recognizes Rev. Dr. Lorina Marshall-Blake for her contributions to the City of Philadelphia as she retires. It acknowledges the positive impact she has had on the city and its residents. The resolution is a gesture of appreciation from the City Council.
Recognizing Rev. Dr. Lorina Marshall-Blake on her retirement and the lasting impact she has made on the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would stop stores from rounding up the total when you pay with cash and don't have exact change. Instead, they would have to round down to the nearest nickel. This change would affect anyone who shops at retail stores in Philadelphia and pays with cash.
Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions," by adding provisions prohibiting retail establishments from rounding transaction totals upward when a customer tenders cash without exact coinage, and requiring rounding downward to the nearest five-cent increment; all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill updates Philadelphia's building codes for residential construction by adopting the 2021 International Residential Code with some amendments. The changes will affect builders, developers, and homeowners in Philadelphia. The goal is to ensure that new homes and renovations meet modern safety and construction standards.
Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "R" (The Philadelphia Residential Code) and adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Residential Code," as published by the International Code Council, with amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction and occupancy code by adopting the 2021 International Building Code with some changes. The updated code will affect builders, developers, and property owners in Philadelphia. It aims to ensure that new buildings and renovations meet modern safety and construction standards.
Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "B" (The Philadelphia Building Code) and adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Building Code," as published by the International Code Council, with various amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to update and clarify parts of the Philadelphia Building Code to comply with state law and make technical changes. It affects people who work with or are impacted by building construction and occupancy rules in the city. The changes are intended to improve compliance and clarity in the code.
Amending Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code (The Building, Construction and Occupancy Code), by revising and clarifying certain provisions; making corrections for compliance with the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act; and making technical changes; all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction and occupancy code by adopting new international codes for fuel gas, building performance, and existing buildings. The changes will affect building owners, contractors, and residents by setting new standards for safety and construction. The updates are based on 2021 editions of international codes and are authorized by state law.
Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "G" (The Philadelphia Fuel Gas Code), Subcode "PC" (The Philadelphia Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities), and Subcode "EB" (The Philadelphia Existing Building Code), and adopting the 2021 editions of the "International Fuel Gas Code," "Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities," and "International Existing Building Code," as published by the International Code Council, with amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.