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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Council actions
Actions recorded in Legistar without a published member-by-member vote.
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Meeting date
June 13, 2025
This bill allows the School District of Philadelphia to increase the tax on real estate, but it also reduces the city's real estate tax rate by an equal amount.
Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to provide for an increase in the tax that the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia is authorized to impose on real estate; and amending Chapter 19-1300, entitled "Real Estate Taxes," to establish an equivalent reduction in the tax rate for the City real estate tax; all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This bill changes the fee for using parking meters in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 12-1000 The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to revise the fee for the use of parking meters; all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This bill changes the tax rates for businesses in Philadelphia and removes some exceptions to the tax on receipts.
Amending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Business Income and Receipts Taxes," to revise tax rates and end certain exclusions from the tax on receipts, all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The city has adopted a 6-year plan for big projects like building repairs, park upgrades, and other improvements.
To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget bill sets aside money for big projects in Philadelphia, like building repairs and new equipment.
To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The City of Philadelphia has adopted a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which outlines how the city will spend its money.
Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This bill changes the tax rates for the Wage and Net Profits Tax in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Wage and Net Profits Tax," by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This bill extends the deadline for low-income taxpayers in Philadelphia to apply for a refund or forgiveness of their Real Estate Taxes.
Amending Chapter 19-4600 of Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Low-Income Tax Provisions," by extending the deadline for low-income taxpayers to apply for a refund or forgiveness of Real Estate Taxes, under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The City of Philadelphia is entering into an agreement with the Philadelphia Energy Authority to reduce energy and water consumption at certain city properties.
Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into an agreement with the Philadelphia Energy Authority for coordination of a guaranteed energy savings contract for implementation and evaluation of energy conservation measures designed to reduce energy, water, wastewater, or other consumption or operating costs at specified City properties, all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This bill changes the rules for where the City of Philadelphia can put its money by removing two banks from the list of approved banks.
Amending Chapter 19-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "City Funds - Deposits, Investments, Disbursements," by amending Section 19-201, entitled "City Depositories," to remove Citibank, N.A. and Republic First Bank as authorized financial institutions in which the City Treasurer may deposit funds, all under certain terms and conditions.
SIGNED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
Meeting date
June 12, 2025
Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution thanking Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and his family for donating $50 million to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine.
Thanking Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and his family for their generous $50 million donation to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to establish the Lurie Autism Institute, an organization centered on accelerating autism research.
ADOPTED
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Philadelphia City Council adopted a resolution thanking Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and his family for donating $50 million to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine.
Thanking Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and his family for their generous $50 million donation to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to establish the Lurie Autism Institute, an organization centered on accelerating autism research.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This adopted resolution honors the life and legacy of Traci Noel Powell, recognizing her work in Philadelphia real estate, support for homeownership and financial empowerment, and service to community organizations and young people.
Honoring the life and legacy of Traci Noel Powell and celebrating her boundless spirit, tireless work, and profound impact on the lives of countless others
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This adopted resolution honors the life and legacy of Traci Noel Powell, recognizing her work in Philadelphia real estate, support for homeownership and financial empowerment, and service to community organizations and young people.
Honoring the life and legacy of Traci Noel Powell and celebrating her boundless spirit, tireless work, and profound impact on the lives of countless others
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The adopted resolution calls on the United States Congress to immediately release Fiscal Year 2025 funding for the federal Historic Preservation Fund.
Calling on the United States Congress to facilitate the immediate release of FY25 Historic Preservation Fund funding.
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
The adopted resolution calls on the United States Congress to immediately release Fiscal Year 2025 funding for the federal Historic Preservation Fund.
Calling on the United States Congress to facilitate the immediate release of FY25 Historic Preservation Fund funding.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This resolution, currently in committee, proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter asking the Pennsylvania General Assembly to provide sustainable and consistent funding for mass transit across the state, including SEPTA.
Proposing an amendment to Article VIII, Chapter 5 of the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, entitled "Referenda Approved by the Voters," by adding a new section providing that the citizens of Philadelphia call upon the Pennsylvania General Assembly to provide sustainable and consistent funding to mass transit throughout the Commonwealth, including to SEPTA.
Introduced and Referred
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
The adopted resolution repeals Resolution No.
Repealing Resolution No. 250586 (adopted May 29, 2025) which also named the 1500 block of Girard Avenue as "Alphonso Deal Way."
ADOPTED
Other recorded action without a published tally.