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April 9, 2026
18 actions from this meeting
This bill aims to protect tenants in Philadelphia by adding rules against landlord retaliation and harassment, and by making it clearer what rights tenants have to a safe and livable home. It also creates ways for tenants to organize and gives them more time to take action if their rights are violated. The bill affects renters and landlords in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to modify the requirements related to good cause for ending a tenancy, add protections against retaliation and harassment for tenants and tenant organizations, specify tenants' rights related to the implied warranty of habitability and provide a legal presumption related to breaches of the implied warranty of habitability, create a tenant right to organize, specify deadlines for asserting claims, and establish and enhance enforcement mechanisms, remedies, damages, and protections, all under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
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This bill aims to improve property owner accountability by clarifying licensing requirements and creating a proactive inspection program. It also requires public reporting on code compliance and establishes protections for tenants. The bill affects property owners and tenants in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," to clarify licensing requirements, authorize the Department to create a Proactive Inspection program, require public reporting related to Code compliance, and establish remedies, damages, and protections for tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
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This bill repeals a previous bill that proposed an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, which would have allowed City officers and employees to run for public office without resigning from their City position. The repealed bill had directed City officers to prepare for a special election on this proposed charter amendment. This new bill affects City officers and employees who might consider running for public office.
To repeal in its entirety Bill No. 241056 (approved March 10, 2026), entitled "An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election;" and to rescind the direction provided to various City officers set forth therein.
READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to protect tenants in Philadelphia by adding rules against landlord retaliation and harassment, and by making it clearer what rights tenants have to a safe and livable home. It also creates ways for tenants to organize and gives them more time to take action if their rights are violated. The bill affects renters and landlords in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to modify the requirements related to good cause for ending a tenancy, add protections against retaliation and harassment for tenants and tenant organizations, specify tenants' rights related to the implied warranty of habitability and provide a legal presumption related to breaches of the implied warranty of habitability, create a tenant right to organize, specify deadlines for asserting claims, and establish and enhance enforcement mechanisms, remedies, damages, and protections, all under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to improve property owner accountability by clarifying licensing requirements and creating a proactive inspection program. It also requires public reporting on code compliance and establishes protections for tenants. The bill affects property owners and tenants in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," to clarify licensing requirements, authorize the Department to create a Proactive Inspection program, require public reporting related to Code compliance, and establish remedies, damages, and protections for tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
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This bill repeals a previous bill that proposed an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, which would have allowed City officers and employees to run for public office without resigning from their City position. The repealed bill had directed City officers to prepare for a special election on this proposed charter amendment. This new bill affects City officers and employees who might consider running for public office.
To repeal in its entirety Bill No. 241056 (approved March 10, 2026), entitled "An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election;" and to rescind the direction provided to various City officers set forth therein.
ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR
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The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as National Earth Month. This resolution celebrates Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet School's efforts to teach environmental awareness and promote the next generation of environmental leaders. It affects the school community and the city by promoting environmental awareness.
Recognizing April 2026 as National Earth Month and celebrating Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet School's commitment to fostering the next generation of environmental stewards.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This resolution celebrates the work of WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence and aims to raise awareness about sexual assault. It affects the community by promoting awareness and support for survivors of sexual violence.
Recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and celebrating the extraordinary efforts of WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The Philadelphia City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing the week of April 6-12, 2026, as National Public Health Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the importance of public health and its impact on the community. It affects all Philadelphia residents by promoting a week of awareness and action for public health.
Recognizing the week of April 6 through April 12, 2026, as "National Public Health Week".
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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A resolution has been introduced to name a portion of South Street between 8th and 9th Streets as 'Octavius Catto Way' in honor of the civil rights leader. This name change aims to recognize and celebrate the life and legacy of Octavius Catto. The resolution affects the city's street naming and will serve as a tribute to Catto's contributions to the city.
Also naming South Street between 8th and 9th Streets as "Octavius Catto Way" to honor the life and legacy of the civil rights warrior.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The city is transferring ownership of two properties, 45 and 75 E. Ashmead Street, to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which will then give them to the Philadelphia Land Bank. This affects the properties' ownership and use in the 8th Councilmanic District. The goal is to allow for potential redevelopment of these properties.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 45 and 75 E. Ashmead Street in the 8th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The City Council passed a resolution to honor and recognize Lodge No. 2 of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Free and Accepted Ancient York Masons, for its historical significance and contributions to the city. This resolution affects the lodge and its members, as well as the city's recognition of their charitable work. The resolution is a formal expression of appreciation for the lodge's 268 years of dedication to leadership, mentorship, and charitable giving.
Honoring and recognizing Lodge No. 2 of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Free and Accepted Ancient York Masons, for its historical significance in the founding of the nation, its 268 Years of dedication to leadership and mentorship, and its continued contributions to charitable organizations in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The City Council has designated April 18, 2026, as Lineworker Appreciation Day in Philadelphia to recognize the hard work of lineworkers who maintain the city's power infrastructure. This day honors the dedication and resilience of these workers who help keep the city running. The resolution affects lineworkers and the community they serve.
Designating April 18, 2026, as Lineworker Appreciation Day in the City of Philadelphia, and recognizing and honoring the dedication and resilience of lineworkers who build, maintain, and repair the infrastructure that powers our City.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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This resolution calls on the US Congress to pass and the President to sign the Living Wage for Musicians Act, which would affect musicians across the country. The resolution is a statement of support from the Philadelphia City Council, but it does not create any new laws or policies in Philadelphia. It aims to show support for fair pay for musicians.
Calling on the United States Congress to pass, and the President to sign, the Living Wage for Musicians Act.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
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This resolution recognizes a Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision that found the state's felony murder law to be outdated and unconstitutional. It calls on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to pass a bill that would reform this law. The resolution affects people who have been or may be impacted by the current felony murder law in Pennsylvania.
Recognizing Commonwealth v. Derek Lee (2026), the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's landmark decision striking down Pennsylvania's outdated felony murder law; and calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to pass SB387 reforming Pennsylvania's unconstitutional felony murder law.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Glaziers Local No. 252, a union of painters and allied trades. This resolution affects the members of Glaziers Local No. 252 and acknowledges their union's history in Philadelphia. The resolution is a ceremonial recognition of the union's milestone anniversary.
Recognizing the 100th Anniversary of Glaziers Local No. 252 of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, chartered on April 12, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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The City Council is considering a resolution to recognize April 2026 as School Library Month in Philadelphia. This resolution aims to promote the importance of school libraries and the role they play in supporting students' education. It affects students, teachers, and the community by highlighting the value of school libraries.
Recognizing April 2026 as School Library Month in the City of Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
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This resolution honors Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for his work to improve the lives of young people in Philadelphia. It does not create new laws or policies, but rather serves as a formal recognition of his dedication. The resolution affects Councilmember Thomas and the community he has served.
Honoring Councilmember Isaiah Thomas' dedication towards elevating the lives of young people throughout Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
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