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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Meeting date
January 27, 2022
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and congratulating Shen Yun Performing Arts for its 15th year performing in Pennsylvania.
Recognizing and Congratulation Shen Yun on the occasion of their 15th year performing in Pennsylvania as the world's premier classical Chinese dance and music company.
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Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming May 2, 2022, as John Fryer Day in Philadelphia.
Proclaiming May 2, 2022 as John Fryer Day in the City of Philadelphia for his contributions to Philadelphia and the LGBTQ Community.
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Other recorded action without a published tally.
The City Council adopted a resolution honoring Jeff Guaracino, the former CEO of Visit Philadelphia, for promoting Philadelphia as a tourism destination.
Honoring the life of Jeff Guaracino Chief Executive Officer of Visit Philly, who brought the City into the national spotlight as a destination for tourism and whose work championed the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals and welcomed all to Philadelphia.
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City Council adopted a resolution recognizing the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf on the 200th anniversary of its founding.
Recognizing the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf on the 200th Anniversary of its founding.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council confirmed Adara L.
Confirming the appointment of Adara L. Combs as Victim Advocate.
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This adopted resolution calls on the U.S.
Calling on the U.S. Senate to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of James Mtume, a Philadelphia native, music legend, activist, and advocate for Black culture and history.
Honoring the life and legacy of music legend, activist, and Philadelphia native James Mtume, on the occasion of his passing.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend Robert “Bob” Saget.
Honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend Bob Saget, a Philadelphia native and Temple University graduate, on the occasion of his passing.
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City Council adopted a resolution naming the 6300 block of Lancaster Avenue “Absalom Jones Way.” The designation commemorates Reverend Absalom Jones, an abolitionist, clergyman, and founder of the African Episcopal Church of St.
Also naming the 6300 block of Lancaster Avenue as Absalom Jones Way, to commemorate Reverend Absalom Jones and his legacy as an abolitionist, clergyman and the founder of the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, the first African Episcopal Church in The United States.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Leon A.
Honoring and celebrating Philadelphia's Living Legends: Leon A. Williams, Esq., Michael Coard, Esq., Rasheedah Phillips, Esq., George Burrell, Esq., and Keir Bradford-Grey, Esq., who are all respected and distinguished leaders in the field of law, as part of the commemoration of Black History Month.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson for creating Abbott Elementary.
Honoring and celebrating trailblazing writer, actor, and comedian Quinta Brunson for her creation of Abbott Elementary, an innovative, hilarious Black and woman-led sitcom that sheds light on the joy, struggle, dedication, and resilience of Philadelphia teachers and school communities.
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This adopted resolution recognizes January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in Philadelphia.
Recognizing January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and commending the Pennsylvania National Cervical Cancer Coalition - NW Philadelphia Chapter Leader and The Survivor Diva Angela Reese for her work promoting awareness about cervical cancer.
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Meeting date
January 26, 2022
Meeting date
January 20, 2022
The enacted ordinance establishes a temporary restriction on permits for completely demolishing buildings and other structures on designated properties in the Victorian Roxborough area, generally bounded by Henry Avenue, Roxborough Avenue, Silverwood Street, and Fountain Street.
Amending Chapter 14-1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Historic Preservation," to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area bounded by Henry Avenue, Roxborough Avenue, Silverwood Street, and Fountain Street; all under certain terms and conditions.
NO ACTION TAKEN
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This enacted ordinance changes zoning rules in Philadelphia’s Far Northeast Overlay District.
Amending Section 14-514 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District," to prohibit eligibility for floor area, height, and dwelling unit bonuses and to increase minimum parking requirements, all under certain terms and conditions.
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This enacted ordinance changes the Philadelphia Zoning Maps for certain land within the area bounded by Germania Street, Arendell Avenue, Delaware Avenue, and Linden Avenue.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Germania Street, Arendell Avenue, Delaware Avenue, and Linden Avenue.
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This enacted ordinance changes the Philadelphia Zoning Maps for certain areas within the boundaries of Old York Road, Broad Street, and 65th Avenue.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Old York Road, Broad Street, and 65th Avenue.
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The enacted bill provided for Philadelphia voters to vote on a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter changing the composition of the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to revise the composition of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, by increasing the number of appointees, providing for confirmation by Council of appointees, and specifying qualifications that appointees must possess; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
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