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Meeting Date
March 19, 2026
9 actions from this meeting
The Mayor has sent a resolution to City Council to appoint Ken Weller to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This appointment affects the Old City Special Services District, which provides services to the Old City area of Philadelphia. The resolution is currently being considered by City Council.
March 18, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Appointing Ken Weller to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Mayor of Philadelphia is asking City Council to appoint Felicia Wilson to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This appointment affects the Old City Special Services District, which provides services to the Old City area of Philadelphia. The appointment is subject to City Council approval.
March 18, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Appointing Felicia Wilson to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Mayor has sent a resolution to City Council to appoint Bekir Gunaydin to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This appointment affects the Old City Special Services District, which serves a specific area in Philadelphia. The resolution is currently being considered by City Council.
March 18, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Appointing Bekir Gunaydin to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution that allows the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell a property at 2726 N. 15th Street. This property is located in the 8th Councilmanic District. The sale will follow the rules outlined in The Philadelphia Code.
March 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2726 N.15th Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell several properties in the 7th Councilmanic District. These properties are located on various streets, including Diamond Street, W. Susquehanna Avenue, and N. 5th Street. The sale of these properties will be done according to the city's rules and regulations.
March 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 310, 313, 503, 505 Diamond Street; 304, 309, 311, 323, 512 W. Susquehanna Avenue; 509, 511, 534, 536 W. Dauphin Street; 447 W. Norris Street; 516, 518 Edgley Street; 2054, 2151 N. 5th Street; 2049, 2138, 2236, 2252, 2254 N. Reese Street; 2210, 2212, 2233, 2306, 2308, 2310, 2312 N. Leithgow Street; 2202, 2204 N. Orkney Street; 2206 N. Orianna Street; 2305, 2307, 2309 N. Lawrence Street located in the 7th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The city is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell several properties on North 16th Street. This would affect the owners or potential buyers of these properties, as well as the surrounding community. The sale would be done according to existing city rules.
March 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1601, 1605, 1616, 1618, 1620 N. 16th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The city is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell several properties in the 2nd Councilmanic District. These properties are located on various streets, including South 17th, South 20th, and Titan Streets. The sale would follow the rules outlined in The Philadelphia Code.
March 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1212 South 17th Street; 1511 South 20th Street; 1904 South 23rd Street; 1216 South 31st Street; 1911 Gerritt Street; 1932 and 2044 Titan Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell 20 individual parcels of land on Martha Street in the 1st Councilmanic District. This resolution affects the owners or potential buyers of these parcels, as well as the surrounding community. The sale would be carried out according to the city's existing rules and regulations.
March 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 3001 Martha Street, now subdivided resulting in the creation of twenty (20) individual parcels known as 3011, 3013, 3015, 3017, 3019, 3021, 3023, 3025, 3027, 3029, 3031, 3033, 3035, 3037, 3039, 3041, 3043, 3045, 3047 and 3049 Martha Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the City of Philadelphia to make long-term agreements to buy energy, such as electricity and natural gas, for its buildings and vehicles. The goal is to provide a stable supply of energy for city facilities and vehicles. This affects the city's operations and management of its facilities and fleet.
March 18, 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 Procurement Commissioner to enter into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obligate payment for delivery of such energy supplies in future fiscal years, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
Meeting Date
March 12, 2026
9 actions from this meeting
This bill makes changes to Philadelphia's Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget, which was approved in June 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for different purposes and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plan.
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
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 bill requires locking dumpsters in Philadelphia under certain conditions. The goal is to reduce litter and trash scattered from dumpsters. This change would affect businesses and property owners who use dumpsters for waste disposal.
Amending Chapter 10-700 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Refuse and Littering," to require locking dumpsters; all under certain terms and conditions.
AMENDED
Procedural action without a posted tally.