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.
Action types
Council actions
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Meeting dates
Page 589 of 1897
Showing 10585-10602 of 34143 actions
Meeting date
December 15, 2015
The enacted bill authorizes the City to acquire, by purchase, condemnation, donation, or other means, land or easements in an approximately half-acre area along the Delaware River and Delaware River Trail for incorporation into the trail and public recreation use.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property, on behalf of the City, to acquire title or a lesser interest such as an easement, by purchase, condemnation or otherwise, in parcels of land along the Delaware River and the Delaware River Trail, and authorizing an agreement between the City and the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the PRA to act as the City's condemnation agent, under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia’s rules for how City agencies and private employers screen job and license applicants for criminal history.
Amending Chapter 9-3500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fair Criminal Records Screening Standards," by amending certain definitions and adding certain additional requirements with respect to screening job applicants and license applicants for criminal history; all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance authorized the Procurement Commissioner to arrange fixed-price purchases of electricity and natural gas for City facilities and motor fuel for the City fleet for fiscal years 2018 and 2019.
Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obligate payment for delivery of such energy supplies in future fiscal years, all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted bill provided for a special election question on April 26, 2016, asking Philadelphia voters whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to create an independent Commission on African-American Males.
Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter establishing and defining the responsibilities of an independent Commission on African-American Males; fixing the date of a special election for such purpose; prescribing the form of ballot questions to be voted on; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The enacted ordinance establishes the Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District generally bounded by 11th Street, Filbert Street, 8th Street, and Market Street, excluding certain condominium units at 801 Market Street.
Establishing a neighborhood improvement district in the area generally bounded by, and including, 11th Street to the West, Filbert Street to the North, 8th Street to the East and Market Street to the South, with the exception of certain condominium units at 801 Market Street Condominium not included in the District, to be known as the Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District; designating Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District Corporation, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District Corporation, relating to the District; and authorizing Gallery Neighborhood Improvement District Corporation to...
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Meeting date
December 10, 2015
This adopted resolution supports Philadelphia’s Muslim community and condemns the December 6, 2015, incident in which a severed pig’s head was thrown from a vehicle outside the Al Aqsa Islamic Society mosque in North Philadelphia.
Supporting the Philadelphia Muslim Community and condemning the heinous act of cultural intimidation and institutional vandalism that occurred at the Al Aqsa Islamic Society.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming January 13, 2016, as Korean American Day in Philadelphia.
Proclaiming January 13, 2016 as Korean American Day in the City of Philadelphia to celebrate and commemorate the proud heritage of Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhancing the City's culture, economy and the founding ideals of independence and democracy.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming January 13, 2016, as Korean American Day in Philadelphia.
Proclaiming January 13, 2016 as Korean American Day in the City of Philadelphia to celebrate and commemorate the proud heritage of Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhancing the City's culture, economy and the founding ideals of independence and democracy.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution honors Nancy J.
Recognizing and honoring Nancy J. Gilboy on her dedication and important contributions to establishing vital international exchanges and programs for the City of Philadelphia as President and Chief Executive Officer of Citizens Diplomacy International of Philadelphia for 25 years.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution honors service members who are missing, unaccounted for, or died while serving in the U.S.
Honoring, recognizing and always remembering the men and women who have served in our armed forces and have never returned and those that paid the ultimate price for the freedoms and security that we as a nation enjoy; and authorizing the placing of "One Empty Seat" the POW/MIA National Chair of honor in Philadelphia City Hall as a solemn reminder of all of those that serve.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution honors service members who are missing, unaccounted for, or died while serving in the U.S.
Honoring, recognizing and always remembering the men and women who have served in our armed forces and have never returned and those that paid the ultimate price for the freedoms and security that we as a nation enjoy; and authorizing the placing of "One Empty Seat" the POW/MIA National Chair of honor in Philadelphia City Hall as a solemn reminder of all of those that serve.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution honors, recognizes, and congratulates Patrick Cain, Sr.
Honoring, recognizing and congratulating Patrick Cain, Sr. for over 40 years of service to the Fishtown Athletic Club and the greater Fishtown and Riverward communities.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution authorizes a City Council Special Committee on Criminal Justice Reform.
Authorizing the creation of a "Special Committee on Criminal Justice Reform," to conduct public hearings to explore the Philadelphia criminal justice system, convene a wide range of stakeholders within the criminal justice community, examine the impact of current policies, and recommend strategies for reform that are in the best interest of public safety and the public good.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution declaring January 2016 as National Mentoring Month in Philadelphia.
Declaring January 2016 as National Mentoring Month in the City of Philadelphia
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution condemns Donald Trump’s remarks calling for a ban on Muslims entering the United States.
Condemning Donald Trump's remarks regarding the banning of Muslims from entering the United States and calling on Mr. Trump to refrain from making such hateful comments in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution authorizes the City’s Commissioner of Public Property to transfer, without payment, conditional ownership of the City-owned property at 6013 Cedarhurst Street to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvement thereon, situate in the Third Ward of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to dispose of such properties for rehabilitation and/or improvements in accordance with the terms of Chapter l6-400 of The Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution recognizes and honors Veronica J.
Recognizing and honoring Veronica J. Joyner, for her commitment and dedication to educating all children in matters of intellect and civic duty in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution authorizes the City to transfer conditional ownership of two City-owned properties—3234 North 17th Street and 4561 North 18th Street—to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority without payment.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, without consideration, deeds conveying conditional fee simple title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate in the Eleventh and Thirteenth Wards of the City of Philadelphia, pursuant to Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to dispose of such properties for rehabilitation and/or improvements in accordance with the terms of Chapter l6-400 of The Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.