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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February 26, 2015
This adopted resolution approves a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop the property at 4050–4066 Haverford Avenue within the Belmont No.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Belmont No. 2 Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 4050-4066 Haverford avenue; authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with 4050 Apartments, LP and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
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The adopted resolution authorizes a Special Committee on Income Inequality in Philadelphia, made up of at least five City Council members appointed by the Council President.
Authorizing the creation of a "Special Committee on Income Inequality in the City of Philadelphia," to identify trends, impacts and opportunities associated with income inequality in the City of Philadelphia.
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February 25, 2015
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February 19, 2015
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
Transmitting a bill authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2015 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Director of Finance - Provision for Other Grants to the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
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This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
February 18, 2015 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: 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 No. 150003 Recommended for approval Bill No. 150053 Not recommended for approval Respectfully submitted, Michael A. Nutter
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This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
February 18, 2015 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: 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 No. 150003 Recommended for approval Bill No. 150053 Not recommended for approval Respectfully submitted, Michael A. Nutter
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This February 18, 2015 communication discusses Bill No.
February 18, 2015 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: As the sponsor of Bill No. 150001 has pointed out repeatedly and forcefully, it is crucial that the Administration and Council together "ensure that standards are being met and adequate representation will be given to those indigent individuals requiring the services of conflict counsel."1 It is precisely because I believe that the words of the sponsor are correct and should be taken seriously that I am returning this bill to your Honorable Body unsigned. This bill does not really address the issue. I would, however, respectfully propose to work with the sponsor and members on further legislation to clarify standards, and streamline the contracting and approval process. This bill merely singles out for special scrutiny any contracts that include conflict counsel services with Community Legal Services, the Defender Association, and the Support Center for Child Advocates. These are th...
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Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 140904 and 141028, which were passed by Council on February 5, 2015, were signed by the Mayor on February 18, 2015.
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Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill No. 141026, which was passed by Council on February 12, 2015, was signed by the Mayor on February 12, 2015.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing April 30 as Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag Day in honor of the contributions of Philadelphia’s Vietnamese-American community.
Recognizing April 30th as Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag Day as a symbol of the contributions of the Vietnamese-American community in the City of Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring Korean-American veterans of the Vietnam War for their service and sacrifices.
Recognizing and Honoring the Korean-American Veterans of the Vietnam War for their service to the United States.
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The adopted resolution declared March 2015 National Social Work Month in Philadelphia.
Declaring March 2015 as National Social Work Month and recognizing the dedication and commitment of social workers in Philadelphia's Department of Human Services and Community Umbrella Agencies.
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The adopted resolution honors Gerry Lenfest, Greg Montanaro, Congressman Robert Brady, the Greater Philadelphia Traditions Fund, and City Council’s Office of Veterans Affairs for their dedication to Philadelphia veterans.
Honoring and recognizing Gerry Lenfest, Greg Montanaro, Congressman Robert Brady, The Greater Philadelphia Traditions Fund and City Council's Office of Veteran's Affairs for their tireless dedication to our veterans and their unwavering resolve to organize and establish the first citywide Philadelphia Veteran's Day Parade in 2015.
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The adopted resolution recognizes Forman Mills for its $10,000 Give-Back Giveaway, which provided vouchers for winter clothing and gear to people in need through participating Philadelphia stores.
Calling on the City Council of Philadelphia to recognize Forman Mills for their $10,000 Give-Back Giveaway as they exemplify and demonstrate the powerful, positive impact businesses can make in our community.
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This adopted resolution approves a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop 509 Wolf Street in the Whitman Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Whitman Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 509 Wolf street and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with James Close and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
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The adopted resolution names the 2200 block of Winton Street, between Snyder Avenue and Jackson Street, “Wild Bill Way.” It honors Bill Guarnere, a Philadelphia World War II paratrooper, for his dedication, love of Philadelphia, heroism, and sacrifice, and provides an engrossed copy to his friends and family.
Also naming the 2200 block of Winton Street, between the intersections with Snyder Avenue and Jackson Street, as "Wild Bill Way" in recognition of Bill Guarnere's pure dedication to fellow man, love for the City of Philadelphia, and his heroism and willingness to sacrifice all for his Country.
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to transfer conditional ownership of three City-owned properties—2319 Germantown Avenue, 302 Master Street, and 2618 and 2620 West Silver 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 Eighteenth, Twenty-eighth and Thirty-seventh 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.
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Adopted legislation approves a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop 1227 North Leithgow Street in the Model Cities Urban Renewal Area.
Approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Model Cities Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as 1227 North Leithgow street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with Home Solutions Group, LLC and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
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