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Meeting Date
April 30, 2026
This bill creates temporary parking rules and permits for a specific area in North Philadelphia, bounded by several streets. The rules and permits would apply to residents and guests in this area. The goal is to manage parking in this neighborhood.
Establishing temporary parking regulations, and enforcement thereof, and temporary residential and guest parking permits for the vicinity of: the area bounded by the intersection of North 21st street and North College avenue, North 21st street, Master street, North 25th street, Cecil B. Moore avenue, North 33rd street, West Oxford street, West Glenwood avenue, North 32nd street and continuing along the railroad boundary south from North 32nd street at West Thompson street to the intersection of Aspen Street, Pennsylvania avenue, Hamilton street, North 21st street, Fairmount avenue, Corinthian avenue, Brown street, North 21st street, Poplar street, Corinthian avenue, South College avenue, Poplar street, West College avenue, North College avenue to the intersection of North College avenue and North 21st street, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules for how the city sells or trades its surplus properties. It adds a new way for the city to exchange properties with other owners, and makes some other technical changes to the process. This affects the city's management of its properties and potentially the residents and businesses nearby.
Amending Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Surplus Properties," by adding methodology for disposition by property exchange, and making other technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules for a specific area in the Fourth District Overlay District, allowing certain basic systems and utilities in a particular zoning district. The affected area is bounded by Ridge Avenue, Calumet Street, the Schuylkill River, and the Wissahickon Creek. This change would apply to properties within this area under certain terms and conditions.
Amending Section 14-524 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/FDO, Fourth District Overlay District" by authorizing Basic Systems and Utilities in the SP-PO-A zoning district in an area bounded by Ridge Avenue, Calumet Street, the Schuylkill River, and the Wissahickon Creek all under certain terms and conditions.
Introduced and Referred
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Mayor signed Bill No. 260295, which was passed by City Council on April 16, 2026. This bill is now on file, but its details and effects are not specified in the given information. It is a communication from the Mayor to City Council.
April 27, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on April 27, 2026, I signed the following bill, which was passed by Council at its session on April 16, 2026: Bill No. 260295 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Mayor is asking City Council to approve the reappointment of Abby Pozefsky to the Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Storm Water Rate Board. This board helps set rates for water, sewer, and storm water services in Philadelphia. The reappointment affects the board's composition and the city's water services.
April 29, 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 Approving the reappointment of Abby Pozefsky to the Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Storm Water Rate Board. 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 of Philadelphia is considering an ordinance to allow companies to install and operate public electric vehicle charging stations at curbside locations and parking lots. This program would be managed by the Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems. The ordinance would affect residents who own electric vehicles and those who live near the proposed charging station locations.
April 29, 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 Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems and the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to execute separate multi-year concession agreements with It's Electric Inc. and Positive Energy Inc. in connection with a City electric vehicle charging program to site, design, install, own, operate and maintain a network of publicly available electric vehicle charging stations throughout the City at curbside locations and surface parking lots; amending Chapter 11-604 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Encroachments Upon and Obstructions of the Street" to provide for discontinued approval of Electric Vehicle Charger encroachments; and amending Title 12 , entitled "Traffic Code," to authorize the installation, use, administration and enforcement of e...
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The city is considering a lease agreement with the Fairmount Park Conservancy to manage and maintain parts of Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park. This agreement would allow the Conservancy to use, operate, and maintain certain areas of the park. The lease would be for multiple years and would have specific terms and conditions.
April 28, 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 Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a multi-year lease agreement with the Fairmount Park Conservancy, under which the City would lease to the Conservancy portions of the City-owned premises known as Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park for the Conservancy's use, operation, management, maintenance, and repair, 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.
The city is considering an agreement with Positive Energy Inc. to install and operate fast chargers for electric vehicles in the cell phone lot at Philadelphia International Airport. This agreement would allow for the construction, installation, and maintenance of the chargers. The agreement affects travelers and airport visitors who own electric vehicles.
April 28, 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, on behalf of the City, to enter into a concession agreement with Positive Energy Inc. for the procurement, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of Direct Current Fast Chargers in the cell phone lot at Philadelphia International Airport, 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.
The city is considering buying a piece of land at 8800 Tinicum Boulevard, which could be used for various purposes. This purchase would be made by the Department of Aviation on behalf of the city. The land acquisition could affect nearby residents and businesses.
April 28, 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 Director of the Department of Aviation to acquire, on behalf of the City, fee simple title or a lesser interest by purchase, amicable negotiation, dedication, donation, condemnation, agreement in lieu of condemnation or otherwise, in and to all or portions of a certain parcel of land known as 8800 Tinicum Boulevard in Philadelphia County, 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.
The City of Philadelphia is considering an ordinance to modify and acquire easement interests in a parcel of land at 8350 Executive Avenue, which affects the property owner and potentially the city's aviation operations. This change is intended to facilitate certain activities or developments related to the property. The ordinance is currently under consideration by the City Council.
April 28, 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 Director of Aviation, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to modify a certain easement and acquire additional easement interests in connection with a portion of the parcel or parcels of land commonly known as 8350 Executive Avenue, 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
April 29, 2026
This bill is about approving a revised 5-year financial plan for Philadelphia, covering the years 2027-2031, with some changes for 2026. The plan will be submitted to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority by the Mayor. This plan affects the city's budget and financial planning.
Providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031, and incorporating revisions with respect to Fiscal Year 2026, which is to be submitted by the Mayor to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority pursuant to an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement by and between the City and the Authority.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill is about approving a revised 5-year financial plan for Philadelphia, covering the years 2027-2031, with some changes for 2026. The plan will be submitted to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority by the Mayor. This plan affects the city's budget and financial planning.
Providing for the approval by the Council of the City of Philadelphia of a Revised Five Year Financial Plan for the City of Philadelphia covering Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031, and incorporating revisions with respect to Fiscal Year 2026, which is to be submitted by the Mayor to the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority pursuant to an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement by and between the City and the Authority.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill would create a new tax on orders for delivery of retail goods in Philadelphia, affecting businesses and residents who order items for delivery. The tax would apply to deliveries of tangible goods, such as products bought online or through a store. The goal is to establish a new source of revenue for the city.
Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Finance, Taxes and Collections," to add a new Chapter 19-4800, entitled "Retail Delivery Tax," to establish a tax on orders for the delivery in Philadelphia of retail consumer and other tangible goods, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would create a new tax on orders for delivery of retail goods in Philadelphia, affecting businesses and residents who order items for delivery. The tax would apply to deliveries of tangible goods, such as products bought online or through a store. The goal is to establish a new source of revenue for the city.
Amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Finance, Taxes and Collections," to add a new Chapter 19-4800, entitled "Retail Delivery Tax," to establish a tax on orders for the delivery in Philadelphia of retail consumer and other tangible goods, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill would allow the School District of Philadelphia to collect a tax on rideshare services, like Uber or Lyft, that start in the city. The tax would be paid by the passenger and would be used to fund the school district. The bill is currently being reviewed by a city council committee.
Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to a add a new Section 19-1808, entitled "Authorization of Rideshare Use Tax," to authorize the Board of the School District of Philadelphia to levy a tax upon the use by a passenger of a transportation network company for a prearranged ride that originates in Philadelphia; all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill would allow the School District of Philadelphia to collect a tax on rideshare services, like Uber or Lyft, that start in the city. The tax would be paid by the passenger and would be used to fund the school district. The bill is currently being reviewed by a city council committee.
Amending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to a add a new Section 19-1808, entitled "Authorization of Rideshare Use Tax," to authorize the Board of the School District of Philadelphia to levy a tax upon the use by a passenger of a transportation network company for a prearranged ride that originates in Philadelphia; all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to update the city's asbestos regulations by changing the fees related to asbestos handling and removal. The changes will affect businesses and individuals who work with asbestos, as well as city agencies that oversee asbestos removal. The goal is to ensure safer handling and removal of asbestos in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 6-600 of The Philadelphia Code ("Asbestos"), by adding and revising provisions related to various fees, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to update the city's asbestos regulations by changing the fees related to asbestos handling and removal. The changes will affect businesses and individuals who work with asbestos, as well as city agencies that oversee asbestos removal. The goal is to ensure safer handling and removal of asbestos in Philadelphia.
Amending Chapter 6-600 of The Philadelphia Code ("Asbestos"), by adding and revising provisions related to various fees, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.