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This bill increases the fees for recording certain documents, such as deeds and mortgages, and uses the extra money for the city's Housing Trust Fund. The fund helps pay for affordable housing programs and services in Philadelphia. The change affects people who record these documents, like homeowners and businesses.

Amending Section 10-1001 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fees of Commissioner of Records," to increase the portion of fees for the recording of deeds and mortgages and related documents to be used for Housing Trust Fund purposes, under certain terms and conditions.

SIGNED

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This bill changes the rules about who has to pay the Realty Use and Occupancy Tax in Philadelphia. It removes some exemptions, which means some people or organizations who didn't have to pay the tax before might have to pay it now. This affects property owners and tenants who were previously exempt from paying the tax.

Amending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to eliminate certain exemptions, all under certain terms and conditions.

SIGNED

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This bill allows the School District of Philadelphia to increase the tax on real estate, but it also reduces the city's real estate tax rate by an equal amount. This change affects homeowners and property owners in Philadelphia. The goal is to shift some of the tax burden from the city to the school district, without increasing the overall tax amount that property owners pay.

Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to provide for an increase in the tax that the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia is authorized to impose on real estate; and amending Chapter 19-1300, entitled "Real Estate Taxes," to establish an equivalent reduction in the tax rate for the City real estate tax; all under certain terms and conditions.

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This bill changes the fee for using parking meters in Philadelphia. The new fee will affect anyone who parks at a meter in the city. The change is part of an update to the city's Traffic Code.

Amending Chapter 12-1000 The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to revise the fee for the use of parking meters; all under certain terms and conditions.

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This bill changes the tax rates for businesses in Philadelphia and removes some exceptions to the tax on receipts. It affects businesses that pay the Business Income and Receipts Tax in the city. The changes aim to update the tax system under specific conditions.

Amending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Business Income and Receipts Taxes," to revise tax rates and end certain exclusions from the tax on receipts, all under certain terms and conditions.

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The city has adopted a 6-year plan for big projects like building repairs, park upgrades, and other improvements. This plan, called a Capital Program, will guide how the city spends money on these projects from 2026 to 2031. It affects all Philadelphia residents who use city facilities and services.

To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive.

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The Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget bill sets aside money for big projects in Philadelphia, like building repairs and new equipment. This budget affects all city departments and residents who use city services. It plans how the city will spend its money on these projects over the next year.

To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget.

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The City of Philadelphia has adopted a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which outlines how the city will spend its money. This budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it determines funding for city services and programs. The budget was approved by City Council and will guide the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year.

Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026.

SIGNED

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This bill changes the tax rates for the Wage and Net Profits Tax in Philadelphia. The new tax rates will affect individuals and businesses that pay this tax. The changes aim to update the tax rates under specific conditions.

Amending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Wage and Net Profits Tax," by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.

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This bill extends the deadline for low-income taxpayers in Philadelphia to apply for a refund or forgiveness of their Real Estate Taxes. The change helps low-income residents who may need more time to apply for tax relief. It affects people who are eligible for low-income tax provisions in the city.

Amending Chapter 19-4600 of Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Low-Income Tax Provisions," by extending the deadline for low-income taxpayers to apply for a refund or forgiveness of Real Estate Taxes, under certain terms and conditions.

SIGNED

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The City of Philadelphia is entering into an agreement with the Philadelphia Energy Authority to reduce energy and water consumption at certain city properties. This agreement aims to lower operating costs by implementing energy conservation measures. The agreement will help the city save money on energy, water, and wastewater costs.

Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into an agreement with the Philadelphia Energy Authority for coordination of a guaranteed energy savings contract for implementation and evaluation of energy conservation measures designed to reduce energy, water, wastewater, or other consumption or operating costs at specified City properties, all under certain terms and conditions.

SIGNED

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This bill changes the rules for where the City of Philadelphia can put its money by removing two banks from the list of approved banks. This affects the City Treasurer, who is in charge of managing the city's funds. The change means the city will no longer deposit funds in Citibank, N.A. and Republic First Bank.

Amending Chapter 19-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "City Funds - Deposits, Investments, Disbursements," by amending Section 19-201, entitled "City Depositories," to remove Citibank, N.A. and Republic First Bank as authorized financial institutions in which the City Treasurer may deposit funds, all under certain terms and conditions.

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This bill changes the zoning rules in Philadelphia to allow religious gatherings in certain special purpose areas, under specific conditions. It affects people who want to hold religious gatherings and those who live or work near these areas. The new rule aims to balance the needs of different groups in the city.

Amending Title 14 Zoning Code of The Philadelphia Code, Sections 14-409 entitled "SP-CIV, Civic, Educational, and Medical (Special Purpose) District," and amending Title 14-602 entitled "Use Tables," by allowing Religious Assembly uses in certain Special Purpose districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL

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Transmitting a message advising you pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill Number 250197 Bill Number 250198

READ AND FILED

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Transmitting an Ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Designation of Bicycle Lanes," to authorize a bicycle lane and removal of a travel lane around City Hall, under certain terms and conditions.

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Transmitting a message advising you that on June 11, 2025, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on May 29, 2025: Bill No. 250266 Bill No. 250267 Bill No. 250325 Bill No. 250327 Bill No. 250367 Bill No. 250368 Bill No. 250369 Bill No. 250370 Bill No. 250374 Bill No. 250377 Bill No. 250381 Bill No. 250382

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Transmitting a message advising you that pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the following bills: Bill Number 250293 - Not for approval Bill Number 250334 Bill Number 250493 Bill Number 250494 Bill Number 250523 - Approval with amendments Bill Number 250524 - Approval with amendments Bill Number 250525 Bill Number 250536 - Not for approval Bill Number 250537 - Approval with request for further community engagement Bill Number 250538 - Approval with request for further community engagement Bill Number 250569 Bill Number 250570 Bill Number 250576

READ AND FILED

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This bill sets rules for parking on the 1000 block of Ludlow Street, between 10th and 11th Streets. It affects people who park in this area, including residents, visitors, and businesses. The rules are in place to manage parking in this specific location.

Establishing parking regulations on the 1000 block of Ludlow Street between 10th Street and 11th Street, under certain terms and conditions.

SIGNED

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