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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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Council actions

Actions recorded in Legistar without a published member-by-member vote.

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Meeting date

March 5, 2026

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260158

The Mayor of Philadelphia signed two bills, Bill No.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on March 04, 2026, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on February 19, 2026: Bill No. 250989-A Bill No. 251098 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260157

The proposed ordinance allows for the installation, ownership, and maintenance of structures that extend into public spaces, such as sidewalks, under certain conditions.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Authorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260156

This bill changes the rules for what can be built in commercial areas of Philadelphia, allowing transit stations to be built in these areas under certain conditions.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Section 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Use Regulations," to allow Transit Station use in Commercial zoning districts, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260155

This bill changes the rules for buildings near public transportation in certain areas of Philadelphia, allowing for more flexibility in what can be built on the ground floor.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District" by exempting certain districts from ground floor use requirements, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260154

This bill changes the rules for building near public transportation in Philadelphia, making it easier to develop housing and other projects in these areas.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising certain provisions of Section 14-513, entitled, "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District" to rename it "/TOC, Transit Oriented Communities Overlay District," to expand its applicability radius, and amending various sections to make changes to applicable use, dimensional and parking standards, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Council Action2026-03-05
COMMUNICATION 260153

This bill aims to change the rules for the CMX-1 zoning district in Philadelphia, which affects areas with mixed commercial and residential use.

March 04, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning" by amending certain provisions of the CMX-1, Commercial Mixed Use, zoning district regarding uses, dimensional requirements, and parking, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

READ AND FILED

Other recorded action without a published tally.

Meeting date

March 4, 2026

Meeting date

February 26, 2026

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260152

The City Council passed a resolution to honor Angelo Perryman and Perryman Building and Construction for their 70 years of contributions to Philadelphia.

Honoring Angelo Perryman and Perryman Building and Construction for seventy years of excellence, leadership, and lasting impact on the City of Philadelphia.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260151

The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor The Philadelphia Orchestra on its 125th anniversary, recognizing its role in making Philadelphia a global center of culture and art.

Recognizing and honoring The Philadelphia Orchestra on the occasion of its 125th Anniversary, celebrating its founding in 1900 and its enduring role in establishing Philadelphia as a global center of culture, creativity, and artistic excellence.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260150

The City Council has passed a resolution to hold hearings about how social media and online gaming platforms can be used to exploit and traffic minors.

Authorizing the Joint Committees on Public Health and Human Services and the Children and Youth to hold hearings to raise awareness regarding the role of gaming platforms and social platforms and their use in the grooming, recruitment, and exploitation of minors, including conduct that may lead to human trafficking.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260149

The City Council passed a resolution to honor Pastor Clement M.

Honoring Pastor Clement M. Lupton, III for his outstanding leadership, faithful service, and transformative impact upon the spiritual and civic life of the City of Philadelphia in recognition of Black History Month.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260148

The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to recognize and honor the Imhotep Charter High School boys' basketball team for winning its sixth consecutive Public League Championship.

Recognizing and honoring the Imhotep Charter High School boys' basketball team for winning its sixth consecutive Public League Championship and celebrating its historic achievement in Philadelphia high school basketball.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260147

This resolution recognizes and celebrates several Black women in Philadelphia who have made significant contributions to their communities, particularly in the area of nourishment and support for their neighbors.

Recognizing and celebrating Dr. Carol Simmons, Nyoca Carr, Estelle Vaughn, Pela McFee, Carolyn Booker, Winnie Harris, and the Black women who devote their lives to nourishing their neighbors and communities across Philadelphia, on the occasion of Black History Month.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260146

The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing February 23-27, 2026, as Public Schools Week in Philadelphia.

Recognizing February 23 to February 27, 2026, as Public Schools Week and celebrating the essential role of Public Schools, educators, students, and families in strengthening the City of Philadelphia.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260145

The City Council has adopted a resolution recognizing March as National Reading Month and March 2nd as Read Across America Day in Philadelphia.

Recognizing March as "National Reading Month" and March 2nd as "Read Across America Day" in the City of Philadelphia, and further honoring the critical work of community organizations working to expand literacy skills of youth and adults across the City of Philadelphia.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260144

The City Council passed a resolution welcoming the 58th Mid-Atlantic Black Law Students Association Regional Convention to Philadelphia.

Welcoming the 58th Mid-Atlantic Black Law Students Association Regional Convention to the City of Philadelphia.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.

Unanimous2026-02-26
Resolution 260143

The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to recognize and honor the Smedley Bulldog Blitz Cheerleaders for being the first Philadelphia public elementary school to compete at the UCA Nationals.

Recognizing and honoring the Smedley Bulldog Blitz Cheerleaders as the first Philadelphia Public Elementary School to compete at the UCA Nationals.

ADOPTED·Pass

Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.