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The city has renamed the Wynnefield Branch Library to the Reverend Louise Williams Bishop Library in honor of former Pennsylvania State Representative Louise Williams Bishop. This change affects the library located at 5325 Overbrook Avenue in Philadelphia. The new name recognizes Bishop's dedication and service to the community.

Formally renaming the Wynnefield Branch Library, located at 5325 Overbrook Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131, as the "Reverend Louise Williams Bishop Library" to honor the dedication and service of former Pennsylvania State Representative Louise Williams Bishop.

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Bill details

Status: ENACTED
Bill type: Bill
Introduced: October 9, 2025
Sponsors: Councilmember Jones, Council President Johnson, Councilmember Phillips, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson, Councilmember Gauthier, Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Young, Councilmember Brooks, Councilmember Harrity, Councilmember O'Rourke, Councilmember Driscoll, Councilmember O'Neill, Councilmember Bass

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Dec 11, 2025 · roll_call

17 Yes · 0 No · 0 Absent

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