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Philadelphia City Council actions
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September 15, 2022
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August 10, 2022 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 220527, which was passed by Council at its session on June 23, 2022. Bill No. 220527 amends Section 9-212 of the Philadelphia Code by adding provisions related to the removal and relocation of Newsstands. This Bill conflicts with existing authorizations regarding the removal and relocation of Newsstands. Additionally, it could open the City up to the significant costs associated with a lawful removal and relocation of a Newsstand, without the ability to recoup the costs through a posted bond or agreed upon payment. For these reasons, I am returning without my signature Bill No. 220527. Respectfully, JAMES F. KENNEY Mayor
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August 10, 2022 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 220417, which was passed by Council at its session on June 23, 2022. Bill No. 220417, would establish a fund to be used by Registered Community Organizations (RCO) to obtain legal representation for hearings and appeals before the Zoning Board of Adjustments (ZBA). While supportive of the intention of this legislation, until there is meaningful reform for RCOs, we cannot fund legal representation for RCOs before the ZBA. There are many incredible, professional, and well run RCOs throughout the City of Philadelphia, but there are a number of RCOs that are not. We believe that only through extensive reforms and professionalization can we ensure that every neighborhood, regardless of economic stability, has a well-functioning RCO. Until such time, resources might be better directed towards general improvements to the zoning process and other...
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September 12, 2022 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 220413, which was passed by Council at its session on June 23, 2022. Bill No. 220413 amends Section 19-1303 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Discounts and Additions to Tax," by tolling additions, interest and penalties on real estate tax when the assessed value of property is under appeal and limiting tax payments due based on certain assessments under appeal. While supportive of the intent of this legislation, my Administration has concerns that this bill is bad fiscal policy. This Bill incentivizes anyone who sees an increase from 2022 to 2023 to appeal to delay an increased tax bill, even if their underlying assessment value is accurate. Additionally, delaying receipt of certain Real Estate Tax revenue until the Board of Revision of Taxes appeals come through can have negative budget implications, depending on when appeals get deci...
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August 10, 2022 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 220110, which was passed by Council at its session on June 23, 2022. Bill No. 220110 would add additional requirements for demolition permits for structures that were ever used as religious facilities and that were built 50 or more years ago. This bill is problematic for several reasons. Apart from the practical considerations, the bill is not legally effective or enforceable, according to the Philadelphia Law Department. The passage of this bill did not follow the legal process prescribed by State law. Additionally, enforcing the bill would require the Department of License and Inspection (L&I) to exceed is legal authority in order to consider community opposition when processing permit applications. Furthermore, my Administration believes that this Bill creates a significant safety concern as it relates to structures that are designat...
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Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210870, 220293, 220414 and 220526, which were passed by Council on June 23, 2022, were signed by the Mayor on September 13, 2022.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing an increase in the non-electoral indebtedness of the City within the Pennsylvania constitutional limit; authorizing the Bond Committee to sell bonds at public or private negotiated sale, to provide funds toward various capital municipal purposes; providing for appropriations to the Sinking Fund Commission for the payment of such bonds; and authorizing agreements to provide credit or payment or liquidity sources for the bonds in connection with issuance of the bonds, and certain other actions.
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Transmitting a resolution appointing Jeffrey Brown to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
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Transmitting a resolution appointing Miquon Brinkley to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
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This communication transmitted a proposed resolution concerning the Philadelphia Land Bank’s possible disposal of several properties on Fairmount Avenue, Melon Street, Wallace Street, and North 10th and 11th Streets in the 5th Councilmanic District.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1000 and 1026-36 Fairmount Avenue (including the former 671 and 681-87 N. 11th Street and 1015-29 Melon Street); 1005, 1007 and 1013 Melon Street; 1019 and 1021 Wallace Street; 647-67, 662-68 and 670-72 N. 10th Street; and 667 and 677 N. 11th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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This communication transmitted a proposed resolution concerning the Philadelphia Land Bank’s possible disposal of numerous properties on listed streets in the 5th Councilmanic District.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1402, 1403, 1405, 1407, 1408, 1409, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1414, 1417, 1418, 1421, 1422, 1423, 1424, 1425, 1426, 1427, 1429, 1431, 1432, 1433, 1435, 1436, 1438, 1441, 1443, 1445, 1446, 1447, 1449, 1457, 1462, 1513, 1514, 1532, 1536, 1547, 1559, 1561, 1611, 1613, 1629, 1631, 1633, 1635 and 1641 N. Marston Street; 2712, 2714, 2810, 2836 and 2838 Cecil B. Moore Avenue; 1316, 1318, 1400, 1406, 1408, 1414, 1418, 1422, 1426-32, 1434, 1436, 1438, 1444, 1448, 1450 and 1634 N. 27th Street; 1544 and 1546 N. 26th Street; 1602, 1608, 1614, 1632, 1637 and 1639-41 N. Bailey Street; 1420, 1444, 1450 and 1453 N. Etting Street; and 2704, 2705, 2710 and 2720 Jefferson Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of {2609-27 Sears Street (including 1308-14 S. 26th Street)} located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 6131 Baynton Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5112 Ludlow Street located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2151 Fairhill Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1600-40 N. 9th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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This communication transmits a proposed resolution concerning the Philadelphia Land Bank’s potential disposition of properties at listed addresses on Wharton Street, S.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2809, 2822, 2824, 2825, 2826, 2827 and 2828 Wharton Street, 1308-26, 1323, 1327 and 1355 S Dover Street and 1351 S. 29th Street (including 1354 S. Dover Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
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This communication transmitted a proposed resolution concerning the transfer of ownership of 19 listed properties on North 15th, 16th, and 17th Streets in the Eighth Councilmanic District.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 3217, 3241, 3248, 3253, and 3257 N. 15th Street, 3305, 3333, 3340, 3342, and 3346 N. 16th Street, 3314, 3316, 3320, 3327, 3331, 3342, 3344, 3346, 3412 and 3414 N. 17th Street in the Eighth 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.
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This communication, now placed on file, transmitted a proposed resolution concerning the transfer of full ownership titles for 15 listed properties in Philadelphia’s Fifth Councilmanic District.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 911, 913, 915, 919, 921, 923, and 925 W. Auburn Street, 3812, 3826, 3834, 3846, 3850, and 3861 N. Camac Street, 2317 Ridge Avenue, and 1436 N. 17th Street in the Fifth 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.
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