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Meeting Date
April 29, 2026
This bill aims to clarify how the city's Realty Use and Occupancy Tax applies to cell towers. It would affect companies that own or operate cell towers in Philadelphia. The change would help ensure that these companies pay the correct amount of tax on their use of real estate.
Amending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to clarify the imposition of the tax on the use or occupancy of real estate with respect to cell towers; all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to clarify how the city's Realty Use and Occupancy Tax applies to cell towers. It would affect companies that own or operate cell towers in Philadelphia. The change would help ensure that these companies pay the correct amount of tax on their use of real estate.
Amending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to clarify the imposition of the tax on the use or occupancy of real estate with respect to cell towers; all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the fees for licenses and permits related to air management in Philadelphia. The changes would affect businesses and individuals who need these licenses and permits. The goal is to update the current fee structure under specific terms and conditions.
Amending Title 3 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Air Management Code," to modify the amounts of license and permit fees, under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill aims to change the fees for licenses and permits related to air management in Philadelphia. The changes would affect businesses and individuals who need these licenses and permits. The goal is to update the current fee structure under specific terms and conditions.
Amending Title 3 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Air Management Code," to modify the amounts of license and permit fees, under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules and fees for the Zoning Board of Adjustment, which affects people who need to go in front of the board for zoning issues. The changes include new fees and rules for scheduling hearings. This bill affects residents and businesses who need to interact with the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Amending Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code (The Building, Construction and Occupancy Code), by adding and revising Zoning Board of Adjustment fees and provisions regarding hearing scheduling, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill changes the rules and fees for the Zoning Board of Adjustment, which affects people who need to go in front of the board for zoning issues. The changes include new fees and rules for scheduling hearings. This bill affects residents and businesses who need to interact with the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Amending Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code (The Building, Construction and Occupancy Code), by adding and revising Zoning Board of Adjustment fees and provisions regarding hearing scheduling, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill proposes an additional tax on hotel room rentals in Philadelphia. The tax would apply to people who rent hotel rooms in the city. The money collected from this tax would go to the city, but the bill does not specify how it would be used.
Amending Chapter 19-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Hotel Room Rental Tax," by providing for an additional excise tax on hotel room rentals, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill proposes an additional tax on hotel room rentals in Philadelphia. The tax would apply to people who rent hotel rooms in the city. The money collected from this tax would go to the city, but the bill does not specify how it would be used.
Amending Chapter 19-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Hotel Room Rental Tax," by providing for an additional excise tax on hotel room rentals, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill creates a 6-year plan for Philadelphia's capital projects from 2027 to 2032. The plan outlines how the city will spend money on big projects like buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. It affects all Philadelphia residents who use city facilities and services.
To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2027-2032 inclusive.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill creates a 6-year plan for Philadelphia's capital projects from 2027 to 2032. The plan outlines how the city will spend money on big projects like buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. It affects all Philadelphia residents who use city facilities and services.
To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2027-2032 inclusive.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill sets the city's capital budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which determines how much money will be spent on large projects and investments. The budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it guides spending on city infrastructure and services. The bill is sponsored by Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
To adopt a Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill sets the city's capital budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which determines how much money will be spent on large projects and investments. The budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it guides spending on city infrastructure and services. The bill is sponsored by Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
To adopt a Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
The proposed bill sets the city's operating budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which determines how the city will spend its money on various services and programs. This budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it impacts the funding for city services such as trash collection, police and fire departments, and parks maintenance. The budget outlines the city's financial plan for the upcoming fiscal year.
Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The proposed bill sets the city's operating budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which determines how the city will spend its money on various services and programs. This budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it impacts the funding for city services such as trash collection, police and fire departments, and parks maintenance. The budget outlines the city's financial plan for the upcoming fiscal year.
Adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
Meeting Date
April 27, 2026
Meeting Date
April 23, 2026
This resolution supports Philadelphia's participation in Bird Town Pennsylvania, a program that promotes conservation and protection of birds, wildlife, and the environment. It commits the city to community-based conservation initiatives, which may involve local residents and organizations. The resolution aims to promote sustainable conservation practices in the city.
Supporting the City of Philadelphia's participation in Bird Town Pennsylvania and promoting sustainable conservation initiatives in the City and committing to community-based conservation initiatives to protect birds, wildlife, and the environment.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution honors Chestnut Hill College and its Political Science Department for their commitment to academic excellence and civic engagement. It also recognizes Dr. Jeffrey Carroll for his leadership in the field of political science. The resolution affects Chestnut Hill College and Dr. Carroll, acknowledging their contributions to the community.
Honoring and recognizing Chestnut Hill College and its Political Science Department for their commitment to academic excellence, diversity, civic engagement, and the advancement of future leaders, and further recognizing Dr. Jeffrey Carroll for his historic leadership in the field of political science.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council passed a resolution to honor and congratulate Sam Rhoads on his retirement after 31 years of service at PIDC, a public-private economic development corporation. This resolution recognizes Rhoads' significant contributions to Philadelphia's economic development. It affects Sam Rhoads and acknowledges his impact on the city.
Honoring and congratulating Sam Rhoads on his retirement after 31 years of distinguished service at PIDC, Philadelphia's public-private economic development corporation, and recognizing his transformative impact on the City's economic landscape.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.