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
September 24, 2020
This adopted resolution authorizes the Philadelphia Land Bank to enter into a lease of more than one year with Avenue North Renaissance for eight properties in the Fifth Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to enter into a lease with Avenue North Renaissance, as tenant, for certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of the Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia’s building and zoning rules.
Amending Title 4, Subcode "A" of the Philadelphia Building Code, to revise certain provisions of Chapter 3, Permits, and amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14-300, entitled "Administration and Procedures," by amending the terms and conditions of Administrative Review; all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The enacted ordinance changes the Philadelphia Zoning Maps for certain land within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, Wissahickon Creek, the Schuylkill River, and extended Osborn Street.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, Wissahickon Creek, the Schuylkill River, and Osborn Street (extended).
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted law defines “site clearing” and requires a building permit for site clearing, grubbing, or earth disturbance covering more than 5,000 square feet, with an approved erosion-control plan.
Amending Section 14-203 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Definitions," by adding a definition for "Site Clearing," further amending Section 14-704, entitled "Open Space and Natural Resources," by making technical changes to regulations regarding development on steep slopes, and amending Title 4 Subcode "A" of the Philadelphia Building Code, all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted bill amends Philadelphia’s zoning maps for an area bounded by Jefferson Street, 24th Street, Thompson Street, and 25th Street.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain portions of land located within an area bounded by Oxford Street, 19th Street, Poplar Street and 27th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The enacted ordinance changes the Philadelphia Zoning Maps for certain properties in the area bounded by Walnut Street, Front Street, South Street, and 8th Street.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, Front Street, South Street, and 8th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia zoning rules for the Society Hill Area within the Center City Overlay District.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to revise certain provisions of Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by modifying the /CTR, Center City Overlay District, Society Hill Area to create additional standards concerning height, parking, signs, and special reviews, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The enacted ordinance establishes uniform procedures for property owners to object to the formation of Business Improvement Districts and Special Services Districts.
Amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Miscellaneous," by adding a new Chapter 21-3200, entitled "Business Improvement Districts and Special Services Districts," to establish uniform procedures for the filing of objections by affected property owners against the formation of Business Improvement Districts and Special Services Districts, all under certain terms and conditions.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
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Meeting date
September 17, 2020
This communication advised City Council that Bill No.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill No. 200345, which was passed by Council on September 10, 2020, was signed by the Mayor on September 14, 2020.
READ AND FILED
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This adopted resolution authorizes the Committee on Rules to hold hearings about Philadelphia’s citywide historic preservation survey.
Authorizing the Committee on Rules to hold hearings examining the City of Philadelphia's citywide historic preservation survey and the impacts of historic designation on the development of new buildings, repairing properties to meet Historical Commission guidelines, and all other development specifically in underserved and/or low-income neighborhoods.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution authorizes the City Council’s Committee on Streets and Services to hold hearings about the current condition of Philadelphia’s trash and recycling pickups.
Authorizing the Committee on Streets and Services to conduct hearings to examine the current status of trash and recycling pickups, and examine ways to improve how this vital service is performed, and how to ensure the job is seen as the community-minded career path it should be.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution authorizes the City Council Committee on Public Safety to hold hearings about vehicular hit-and-run incidents in Philadelphia.
Authorizing the Committee on Public Safety to hold hearings on the scourge of vehicular hit and run incidents in Philadelphia, to give voice to victims and their families, and seek solutions to reduce and then eliminate this problem from our City.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution authorizes City Council’s Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings about reported racism, nepotism, and mistrust within the First Judicial District.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to conduct hearings to examine findings of racism, nepotism and mistrust within the First Judicial District, as set forth in a recently revealed report by The Center for Urban and Racial Equality.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution appoints 15 individuals to serve on the Philadelphia Fashion and Garment Industry Task Force.
Appointing 15 Individuals to the Philadelphia Fashion and Garment Industry Task Force.
ADOPTED
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This adopted resolution recognizes September 2020 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Philadelphia, honoring children with cancer, survivors, caregivers, and children who died from the disease.
Recognizing September 2020 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Philadelphia in honor of childhood cancer patients, care givers, survivors, and those children who have succumbed to the disease.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing September as National Recovery Month in Philadelphia and celebrating the 19th annual PRO-ACT Recovery Walks.
Recognizing September as National Recovery Month in Philadelphia and celebrating the 19th Annual PRO-ACT Recovery Walks! to promote recovery and work to end the stigma surrounding drug and alcohol addiction.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
City Council adopted a resolution approving a redevelopment contract for 2514 Coral Street in the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 2514 Coral street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with Coral Reef LLC and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
ADOPTED
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This adopted resolution approves a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop 2451-2453 Frankford Avenue in the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the New Kensington-Fishtown Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 2451-2453 Frankford avenue; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with BMK Properties, LLC and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.