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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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Actions recorded in Legistar without a published member-by-member vote.
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September 17, 2026
This resolution honors and recognizes Ukee Washington for nearly 40 years of service as a CBS 3 (KYW-TV) anchor and for his contributions to the people of Philadelphia.
Honoring and recognizing Ukee Washington for nearly forty years of dedicated service to CBS 3 (KYW-TV) and to the people of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution, currently in Council at final passage, would authorize the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the net income portion of Philadelphia’s Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT).
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the competitive challenges created by the net income portion of the Business Income and Receipts Tax, its history, the affordability crisis and routes to take to ensure a thriving business community in Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution is before City Council for final passage and would honor and congratulate Team Final, a Philadelphia-based youth basketball organization, for winning the Amateur Athletic Union 14U and 16U national championships.
Honoring and congratulating Team Final, on the occasion of winning the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) 14U and 16U National Championship.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution honors and congratulates Dr.
Honoring and congratulating Dr. Alycia Marshall, PhD, as the Community College of Philadelphia celebrates her investiture as the College’s seventh President
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
The resolution is in Council for final passage and would recognize September 23 as John Coltrane Day in Philadelphia in connection with his 100th birthday.
Honoring September 23rd as John Coltrane Day in the City of Philadelphia, on the event of John Coltrane’s 100th birthday, celebrating his life and Philadelphia’s central role in shaping his artistic and cultural legacy.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution, listed as being in Council for final passage, would authorize the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings about the structure of the Philadelphia Law Department.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on the structure of the Philadelphia Law Department and to consider the separation of the department’s functions between the Administration and City Council.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution honors and congratulates Reverend Joshua Goodin on becoming a bishop and recognizes his years of ministry and leadership in South Philadelphia.
Honoring and congratulating Reverend Joshua Goodin on his elevation to the status of Bishop and recognizing his years of ministry and leadership to the South Philadelphia community.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution would welcome LeBron James to Philadelphia as he begins playing for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Welcoming NBA Superstar and Forward LeBron James, better known as King James, to Philadelphia as he begins his tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution would authorize the Committees on Legislative Oversight and Streets and Services to hold hearings about Philadelphia’s “ticket-to-tow” requirement for unauthorized vehicles on private property.
Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight and the Committee on Streets and Services to hold hearings examining the City of Philadelphia’s “ticket-to-tow” requirement under Section 9-605(11) of The Philadelphia Code, including its effectiveness, fairness, transparency, enforcement, and impact on private property owners, vehicle owners, towing companies, and City agencies.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution would name the portion of S.
Also naming S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard from Washington Avenue to Race Street as "Veteran's Memorial Highway" to honor the contributions of veterans to our country.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution would authorize the Philadelphia Land Bank to transfer 10 properties on Viola Street, Leidy Avenue, and North 41st Street in the 3rd Councilmanic District.
Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 4152, 4154, and 4220 Viola Street; 4153 and 4157 Leidy Ave; 1703 and 1711 North 42nd Street; and 1129, 1135, and 1137 North 41st Street located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This proposal would place a question before Philadelphia voters on November 3, 2026, asking whether to amend the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission.
Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK`S SECOND READING CALENDAR
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This proposal would place a question before Philadelphia voters on November 3, 2026, asking whether to amend the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission.
Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
RECONSIDERED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This communication is recorded with a status of placed on file.
September 17, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am returning herewith, as requested by your Resolution adopted today, Bill No. 260076, entitled “Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election,” for the purpose of reconsideration by Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Other recorded action without a published tally.
This resolution asks the Mayor to return Bill No.
Requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 260076, entitled “Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election,” for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council.
ADOPTED·Pass
Marked unanimous; no member-by-member tally published.
This resolution asks the Mayor to return Bill No.
Requesting the Mayor to return to Council Bill No. 260076, entitled “Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election,” for the purpose of reconsideration by the Council of the vote by which said bill passed Council.
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 Council for final passage, would authorize the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold public hearings about composting in Philadelphia.
Authorizing the Committee on Public Health and Human Services to hold hearings on composting in Philadelphia, including current best practices, gaps in the City's composting programs and infrastructure, and ways to encourage residents and businesses to compost.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.
This resolution recognizes September as National Sickle Cell Awareness Month in Philadelphia and highlights the effects of sickle cell disease on people living with the condition.
Recognizing September as National Sickle Cell Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia and honoring the life of Dr. Roy Neil Gay and his dedication to treating patients with sickle cell disease.
Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
Steps such as hearings, notices or amendments; no separate tally published.