Council Actions Archive
A fuller log of what Council actually did.
Roll-call votes still live on member and vote pages. This archive captures the rest of the meeting record too: unanimous actions, amendments, referrals, withdrawals, and other Council steps that Philadelphia Legistar publishes without a member-by-member tally.
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Meeting Date
March 19, 2026
4 actions from this meeting
This resolution honors the schools and principals in the Fourth Council District for their commitment to regular Monday morning meetings. These meetings help with coordination and staying informed. The resolution is a way for City Council to show appreciation for their efforts.
Honoring the Schools and Principals of the Fourth Council District for Their Ongoing Commitment to Coordination and Staying Informed Through Monday Morning Roll Call Meetings.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor and recognize the women of the Philadelphia Sheriff's Office during Women's History Month 2026. This resolution acknowledges their service, sacrifice, and contributions to the city's safety and well-being. It affects the women working in the Philadelphia Sheriff's Office by showing appreciation for their work.
Honoring and recognizing the women of the Philadelphia Sheriff's Office during Women's History Month 2026 for their tireless service, sacrifice, and invaluable contributions to the safety and well-being of the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has passed a resolution allowing Councilmember Gauthier to represent them in a zoning appeal case regarding a property at 4283 Viola Street. This means Councilmember Gauthier can participate in the appeal on behalf of City Council. The appeal is related to a decision made by the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Authorizing Councilmember Gauthier to intervene, on behalf of and as representative of City Council, in the appeal against the Zoning Board of Adjustment with respect to 4283 Viola Street.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has passed a resolution to name the 6200 Block of Osage Avenue 'Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way' in honor of Gerald Wayne Renfrow's life and legacy in the community. This change affects the Osage Avenue and Pine Street area, recognizing Renfrow's leadership and impact. The naming of the street is a way to commemorate his contributions to the community.
Also naming the 6200 Block of Osage Avenue "Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way" to honor the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Gerald Wayne Renfrow in the Osage Avenue and Pine Street community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
Meeting Date
March 12, 2026
11 actions from this meeting
This resolution honors and congratulates Max Kent on his retirement from NewCourtland, recognizing his decades of service in the US Army, healthcare administration, and community service, particularly in supporting Philadelphia's seniors and underserved populations. The resolution is a ceremonial gesture to acknowledge Kent's contributions. It does not create new policies or laws, but rather serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the City Council.
Honoring and congratulating Max Kent on the occasion of his retirement from NewCourtland and recognizing his decades of dedicated leadership in the United States Army, healthcare administration, community service, and support of Philadelphia's seniors and those who are underserved.88
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor Mekia Elizabeth, a Block Captain in Southwest Germantown, for being named Block Captain of the Year. This recognition is for her outstanding leadership and dedication to building a stronger community in Philadelphia. The resolution commends her efforts and expresses appreciation for her work.
Honoring and recognizing Mekia Elizabeth, Block Captain of the 4500 block of Fernhill Road in Southwest Germantown, for being named Block Captain of the Year by The Philadelphia Citizen and commending her outstanding leadership and dedication to building a stronger, more connected community in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council passed a resolution to honor Imhotep Institute Charter High School for its excellent STEM program and global educational initiatives. This recognition celebrates the school's efforts to increase access to science, technology, engineering, and math education for Philadelphia students. The resolution acknowledges the hard work of the school's students, educators, and leaders.
Recognizing and honoring the students, educators, and leadership of Imhotep Institute Charter High School for their outstanding STEM Program and global educational initiatives, including Project Kuumba: Japan, and celebrating their commitment to expanding access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education for students in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has designated March 8, 2026, as 'Joe Frazier Day' to honor the 55th anniversary of Joe Frazier's historic boxing win against Muhammad Ali. This day recognizes Frazier's achievement and celebrates his legacy as a Philadelphia icon. The designation affects all Philadelphia residents who want to acknowledge and celebrate Frazier's contribution to the city's sports history.
Designating March 8, 2026, as "Joe Frazier Day" in the City of Philadelphia in celebration and recognition of the 55th anniversary of the "Fight of the Century", in which Philadelphia icon "Smokin'" Joe Frazier defeated Muhammad Ali to win the world heavyweight championship title.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council passed a resolution to hold hearings about the Port of Philadelphia, also known as PhilaPort, to review its operations and economic impact. The goal is to help the port grow and make Philadelphia a major hub for 21st-century commerce. This affects the city's economy and businesses related to the port.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the status, operations, and economic impact at the Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) to ensure its growth and operations position the City of Philadelphia as a 21st century commerce hub.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution honors Major Benjamin F. Brooks for his career in the Pennsylvania State Police and his efforts to expand opportunities in law enforcement. It recognizes his historic achievements and contributions to the field. The resolution affects Major Brooks and serves as a formal recognition of his work.
Honoring and recognizing Major Benjamin F. Brooks for his historic career in the Pennsylvania State Police and his role in expanding opportunity in law enforcement.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing March 2026 as 'Creative and Nighttime Economy Month' in Philadelphia. This resolution aims to acknowledge and celebrate the city's creative and nighttime economy, which includes businesses and activities that take place during evening and nighttime hours. It affects the city's arts, culture, and entertainment sectors.
Recognizing the month of March 2026 as "Creative and Nighttime Economy Month" in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution renames a portion of Buttonwood Street to 'Dr. Constance E. Clayton Way' in honor of Dr. Constance E. Clayton. The renamed street is located between Broad Street and N. 15th Street. This change affects residents, businesses, and visitors who use or refer to this street.
Also naming Buttonwood Street between Broad Street and N. 15th Street as "Dr. Constance E. Clayton Way."
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The city has renamed the 700 block of North 63rd Street to 'Madaline Dunn Way' in honor of Madaline Dunn's community leadership and civic engagement in West Philadelphia. This change affects residents and visitors who live in or travel through this area. The renaming is a way to recognize Madaline Dunn's contributions to the community.
Renaming the 700 Block of North 63rd Street "Madaline Dunn Way" in recognition of her lifetime of community leadership and civic engagement in West Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The city has passed a resolution to rename the 5100 Block of Delancey Street as 'Rasheen Hall Way' in honor of Rasheen Hall. This change aims to recognize his positive influence on his family, neighbors, and the West Philadelphia community. The renaming affects the 5100 Block of Delancey Street in West Philadelphia.
Also naming the 5100 Block of Delancey Street as "Rasheen Hall Way" to honor the life and memory of Rasheen Hall and his lasting impact on his family, neighbors, and the West Philadelphia community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution urges the US Congress to pass a law that would prevent the federal government from altering Philadelphia's historical record and require the restoration of the President's House Memorial. The resolution aims to preserve the city's complex history, particularly in regards to the President's House, a historic site that acknowledges the country's past with slavery. It affects Philadelphia residents by promoting a more accurate representation of the city's history.
Urging the United States Congress to pass the "Protecting American History Act", which would prevent any further attempt by the federal government to whitewash Philadelphia's complex history and require the restoration of the President's House Memorial.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
Meeting Date
March 5, 2026
3 actions from this meeting
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor Henrietta Lacks, a woman whose cells were used in medical research without her consent, and to recognize her legacy during Women's History Month. The resolution also commends the Lacks family for their advocacy work on medical ethics, racial equity, and patients' rights. This resolution affects the public by acknowledging the importance of Henrietta Lacks' story and its impact on the city and the nation.
Honoring and recognizing the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks during Women's History Month and further commending the Lacks family for their advocacy in reaching historic settlements with pharmaceutical companies and helping to advance national conversations about medical ethics, racial equity, and patients' rights.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has proclaimed March 2026 as Irish Heritage Month in Philadelphia, recognizing the city's Irish American community. This proclamation also honors Daniel J. Hilferty for his service as Grand Marshal of the 254th Saint Patrick's Day Parade. The proclamation affects the city's Irish American community and residents who participate in or celebrate Irish heritage events.
Proclaiming the Month of March 2026 as Irish Heritage Month in the City of Philadelphia and honoring Daniel J. Hilferty for his commitment to advancing the Irish American community and service as the Grand Marshal leading the 254th Saint Patrick's Day Parade on March 15, 2026.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution honors several Black women in Philadelphia who have fought for disability justice and accessibility. It recognizes their contributions during Women's History Month. The resolution affects these individuals and the broader community by acknowledging their work and dedication.
Celebrating Cecelia Thompson, Delores Brown-Waters, Yvonne Hughes, Icylee Lavern Basketbill, and Black women fighting for Disability Justice and accessibility for all across Philadelphia, on the occasion of Women's History Month.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.