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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Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
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Meeting date
November 3, 2016
This enacted ordinance amends Philadelphia’s eligibility rules for certain non-competitively bid contracts and financial assistance.
Amending Section 17-1404 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Eligibility for Non-Competitively Bid Contracts and Financial Assistance," to provide for requirements relating to contracts awarded pursuant to the proposed best value provisions of the Home Rule Charter, under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted measure placed a proposed amendment to Philadelphia’s Home Rule Charter before voters on May 16, 2017.
Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter providing for the award of certain contracts based on best value to the City, under certain terms and conditions; 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.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted bill authorizes the City’s Board of Surveyors to revise the official lines and grades for certain houselines, curblines, and nearby streets around the intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard, Solly Avenue, Holme Avenue, and Poquessing Avenue, also known as Pennypack Circle.
Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 325 by relocating portions of certain houselines and curblines in the vicinity of the intersection of The Roosevelt Boulevard, Solly Avenue, Holme Avenue, and Poquessing Avenue, in order to conform with the lines and conditions established by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted ordinance changes the Philadelphia Zoning Maps for certain areas bounded by Spring Garden Street, Broad Street, John F.
To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Spring Garden Street, Broad Street, John F. Kennedy Boulevard, and the Schuylkill River.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted ordinance authorizes the Philadelphia Municipal Authority to issue up to $110 million in bonds to refinance bonds used for the New Youth Center Facility and to cover related costs.
Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property of the City of Philadelphia, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia and in cooperation with the Philadelphia Municipal Authority, to undertake a Project to promote the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City of Philadelphia; authorizing and approving (i) a project including the refunding of bonds issued to finance the New Youth Center Facility, (ii) an amendment to an existing Ground Lease between the City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Municipal Authority, (iii) an amendment to an existing Prime Lease between the City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Municipal Authority and the assignment of such amendment to a trustee and (iv) the obligation of the City of Philadelphia to pay rent under the Prime Lease, as amended, when due; approving the issuance by the Philadelphia Municipal Authority of bonds in one or more series to pay the costs of such project; authorizing certain officers of the City of Philadelphia to en...
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This enacted bill authorizes Hospitality 3, L.L.C.
Authorizing Hospitality 3, L.L.C. to construct, own, and maintain certain encroachments at the northwest corner of Chestnut and 33rd Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19104, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted ordinance changes the composition of Philadelphia’s Civic Design Review Committee, adding seats for professionals such as a sustainability specialist and landscape architect, as well as representatives of affected community organizations and, at the district councilperson’s discretion, a designee.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Chapter 14-300, entitled "Administration and Procedures," by changing the composition of the Civic Design Review Committee and adding additional criteria for review, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted ordinance officially names the park and playground area at 61st Street and Baltimore Avenue “Robert Wilson III Park.” The designation honors Officer Robert Wilson III, who was killed while protecting people during a robbery and grew up near the playground.
Officially naming and designating the park and playground area located on 61st Street and Baltimore Avenue, in the City of Philadelphia as "Robert Wilson III Park."
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The enacted bill renames and designates Daisy Field in Philadelphia as “David Montgomery Field.” The name honors David Montgomery, a former Philadelphia Phillies president and minority owner who grew up in Roxborough and played at the field as a child.
Renaming and Designating Daisy Field as "David Montgomery Field" in the City of Philadelphia.
SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Meeting date
October 27, 2016
City Council adopted a resolution recognizing November 2016 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month in Philadelphia.
Recognizing November 2016 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month in Philadelphia in honor of pancreatic cancer patients, care givers, survivors, and those who have succumbed to the disease.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution honoring and congratulating Esperanza on its 30th anniversary.
Honoring and Congratulating Esperanza on the Occasion of its 30th Anniversary.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
City Council adopted a resolution honoring the Community Design Collaborative on the 25th anniversary of its founding.
Honoring the Community Design Collaborative on the 25th Anniversary of its founding.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This lapsed resolution would have authorized the Committee on Commerce & Economic Development to hold hearings about the Philadelphia Capital Consortium.
Authorizing the Committee on Commerce & Economic Development to hold hearings regarding the Philadelphia Capital Consortium.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The lapsed resolution would have authorized Council’s Committees on Legislative Oversight and Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings about economic inclusion and diversity participation in professional services, capital projects, and other contracted work connected to the planned $600 million Rebuild investment.
Authorizing Council's Committees on Legislative Oversight and Commerce and Economic Development to hold hearings examining economic inclusion and diversity participation in professional services, capital projects, and other contracted work related to the planned $600 million investment in Philadelphia's Rebuild initiative.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution recognizing and honoring the National Association of Black Storytellers and Keepers of The Culture, Inc.
Recognizing and honoring the National Association of Black Storytellers and Keepers of The Culture, Inc. for hosting the 34th Annual Black Storytelling Festival and Conference in Philadelphia.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This lapsed resolution would have authorized the City Council Committees on Public Safety and Public Health and Human Services to hold joint public hearings about the death of a juvenile at Wordsworth Academy.
Authorizing the City Council Committee on Public Safety and Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold joint public hearings concerning the recent death of a juvenile at Wordsworth Academy, and future plans for safety at juvenile treatment facilities caring for Philadelphia youth.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution approves Mayor James F.
Approving the appointment of Patrick Eiding as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the Philadelphia Housing Authority.
Introduced and Referred·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The adopted resolution authorizes the Philadelphia Land Bank to transfer ownership of seven specified properties in the Fifth Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.