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
March 25, 2014
The enacted measure adopts a Capital Program covering Fiscal Years 2015 through 2020.
To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2015-2020 inclusive.
RECESSED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance adopts Philadelphia’s Fiscal 2015 Capital Budget, totaling $3,039,387,000.
To adopt a Fiscal 2015 Capital Budget.
RECESSED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance adopts Philadelphia’s operating budget for Fiscal Year 2015 and authorizes spending from the General Fund and multiple special funds.
Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2015.
RECESSED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This lapsed resolution would have approved a revised five-year financial plan for Philadelphia covering fiscal years 2015 through 2019, along with proposed changes for fiscal year 2014.
Providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2015 through 2019, and incorporating proposed changes with respect to Fiscal Year 2014, which is to be submitted by the Mayor to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority (the "Authority") pursuant to the Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement, authorized by an Ordinance of this Council approved by the Mayor on January 3, 1992 (Bill No. 1563-A), by and between the City and the Authority.
RECESSED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Meeting date
March 24, 2014
Meeting date
March 21, 2014
This enacted bill changes the Living Wage and Benefits Review Committee from five members to seven.
Amending Chapter 17-1300 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Philadelphia 21st Century Minimum Wage and Benefits Standard," by further providing with respect to the membership of the Living Wage and Benefits Review Committee; all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance authorized the transfer of $32.5 million in Fiscal Year 2014 appropriations among the General Fund, Water Fund, and Grants Revenue Fund.
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2014 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Water Fund, the Department of Revenue and 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, the Water Fund, the Department of Revenue and the Grants Revenue Fund, the Department of Parks and Recreation.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia’s rules for farmers’ markets.
Amending Section 9-213 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Farmers' Markets," to remove the requirement that operators of farmers' markets obtain a license from the Department of Licenses and Inspections, to provide for registration by market operators with the Department of Public Health, and to adjust various requirements for the operation of farmers' markets, all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This enacted ordinance authorizes the City to remove and vacate a portion of Croskey Street, from its terminus north of Cherry Street to about five feet south of that point, from the official City Plan.
Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 307 by striking from the City Plan and vacating Croskey Street from its terminus north of Cherry Street to a point approximately five feet southwardly therefrom, under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
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The enacted bill authorizes the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (PAID) to purchase about 2.7 acres at 5210 Lindbergh Boulevard for up to $350,000, plus settlement and other incidental costs.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (PAID) to purchase approximately Two and Seven-Tenths (2.7) acres of land situate at 5210 Lindbergh Boulevard, under and subject to the terms and conditions of the Philadelphia Industrial and Commercial Development Agreement between the City, PAID, and the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC).
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Meeting date
March 20, 2014
This withdrawn bill would have revised Philadelphia’s zoning rules for driveways in residential front yards.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising parking requirements for driveways located in residential front yards, all under certain terms and conditions.
READ
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Audrey Johnson Thornton and the American Women's Heritage Society for restoring Historic Belmont Mansion and the Underground Railroad Museum.
In recognition of Women's History Month, honoring the outstanding contributions of Ms. Audrey Johnson Thornton on behalf of the American Women's Heritage Society for her tireless efforts to restore the Historic Belmont Mansion and Underground Railroad Museum located in the Fourth Council District in Philadelphia and proclaiming the banquet facility as the Cornelia Wells Banquet Hall and Conference Center.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution commending and honoring Reverend Tameka Bates for protecting a mother and child during a violent incident on a SEPTA train at Fairmount Station.
Commending and honoring Reverend Tameka Bates for her heroic acts of bravery and Good Samaritan efforts to prevent harm to a mother and child during a violent disruption on the SEPTA train incited by a man threatening to shoot passengers on the train at the Fairmount Station and attempting to kidnap the mother's baby.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution proclaiming April 4–12, 2014, as the fourth annual Philly Tech Week presented by AT&T.
Proclaiming the week of April 4, 2014 to April 12, 2014 as the Fourth Annual Philly Tech Week presented by AT&T, and honoring the broad and vibrant Philadelphia technology community.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution commends and honors SEPTA Police Officer Ronald P.
Commending and honoring SEPTA Police Officer Ronald P. Jones for his heroic acts of duty and bravery in the apprehension of a violent assailant threatening to shoot innocent passengers on the train at the Fairmount Station.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring Sheinelle Jones of Fox29 News for her service, commitment, and contributions to the Philadelphia community during her time as a broadcast journalist.
Recognizing and honoring Sheinelle Jones of Fox29 News for her outstanding service, commitment, and contributions to the community during her time as a broadcast journalist in Philadelphia.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
City Council adopted a resolution also naming 3rd Street between Market Street and Girard Avenue “N3RD Street.” The name recognizes the area’s technology, creative, and entrepreneurial community and its related businesses and community activities.
Also naming 3rd Street between Market Street and Girard Avenue to "N3RD Street".
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
City Council adopted a resolution approving a Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority contract to redevelop the property at 2455 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 2455 Coral street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with Lynsey Graeff and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.