Kenyatta Johnson
Attendance
Council average: 99.5%
Contested Votes
Of 242 roll calls this session, 91% passed unanimously. These 21 had at least one dissent.
Participated in 21 of 21 contested votes · Voted no 0times · Absent for 0
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 to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter that would allow City officers and employees to run for public office without having to resign from their City job first. If passed, this change would affect City employees who want to become candidates for public office. The bill would put this proposal to a vote by the city's residents.
PassAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by creating the "/UCO, University-Community Overlay District"; and by making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the zoning rules in Philadelphia by creating a new type of zoning district called the University-Community Overlay District. This new district will have its own set of rules and guidelines for development and construction. It will affect areas near universities and the surrounding communities.
PassAmending Chapter 10-2800 of The Philadelphia Code ("Chapter 10-2800 Vehicular Mobile Service Providers") to add new prohibitions on where mobile medical service providers may operate and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for where mobile medical service providers can operate in Philadelphia and sets penalties for breaking these rules. It affects mobile medical service providers and is intended to regulate their activities in the city. The goal is to ensure these services are provided in appropriate locations.
PassAmending Chapter 9-4900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Prohibition on Use of Certain Bags by Retail Establishments," to modify certain definitions, require retail establishments to charge a fee for the provision of a bag to customers, and require signage, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill modifies Philadelphia's rules about the use of certain bags by retail establishments, requiring them to charge customers a fee for bags and to post signs about the policy. The goal is to reduce the use of certain types of bags. Retail establishments and their customers are affected by this change.
PassAmending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Economic Opportunity Plans," to add two additional business community members to the Economic Opportunity Review Committee, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rules for the Economic Opportunity Review Committee by adding two more members from the business community. The committee reviews economic opportunity plans, which affect businesses and development projects in Philadelphia. This change aims to give the business community more representation in the review process.
PassAmending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Wage and Net Profits Tax," by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the tax rates for the Wage and Net Profits Tax in Philadelphia. The new tax rates will affect individuals and businesses that pay this tax. The changes aim to update the tax rates under specific conditions.
PassTo adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget.
The Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget bill sets aside money for big projects in Philadelphia, like building repairs and new equipment. This budget affects all city departments and residents who use city services. It plans how the city will spend its money on these projects over the next year.
PassTo adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive.
The city has adopted a 6-year plan for big projects like building repairs, park upgrades, and other improvements. This plan, called a Capital Program, will guide how the city spends money on these projects from 2026 to 2031. It affects all Philadelphia residents who use city facilities and services.
PassAmending 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.
This bill changes the tax rates for businesses in Philadelphia and removes some exceptions to the tax on receipts. It affects businesses that pay the Business Income and Receipts Tax in the city. The changes aim to update the tax system under specific conditions.
PassAmending 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.
This bill changes the fee for using parking meters in Philadelphia. The new fee will affect anyone who parks at a meter in the city. The change is part of an update to the city's Traffic Code.
PassAmending 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.
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. This change affects homeowners and property owners in Philadelphia. The goal is to shift some of the tax burden from the city to the school district, without increasing the overall tax amount that property owners pay.
PassAmending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to eliminate certain exemptions, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rules about who has to pay the Realty Use and Occupancy Tax in Philadelphia. It removes some exemptions, which means some people or organizations who didn't have to pay the tax before might have to pay it now. This affects property owners and tenants who were previously exempt from paying the tax.
PassAmending Section 10-1001 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fees of Commissioner of Records," to increase the portion of fees for the recording of deeds and mortgages and related documents to be used for Housing Trust Fund purposes, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill increases the fees for recording certain documents, such as deeds and mortgages, and uses the extra money for the city's Housing Trust Fund. The fund helps pay for affordable housing programs and services in Philadelphia. The change affects people who record these documents, like homeowners and businesses.
PassAmending Chapter 19-1400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Realty Transfer Tax," by revising the rate of the tax, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rate of the Realty Transfer Tax, which is a tax paid when properties are sold in Philadelphia. The tax affects people who buy or sell properties in the city. The new rate will apply to certain property transactions under specific conditions.
PassTo amend Chapter 19-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Development Impact Tax," to end imposition of the tax, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill ends the Development Impact Tax in Philadelphia under certain terms and conditions. The tax was previously imposed on certain developments in the city. This change affects developers and potentially residents who may be impacted by new development projects.
PassApproving the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works, including the supplying of funds in connection therewith, and acknowledging receipt of the Revised Forecast of Capital Budgets for Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031, all under certain terms and conditions.
The city has approved a budget for big projects at the Philadelphia Gas Works for the next year. This budget will pay for things like equipment and construction to help the Gas Works run. It also looks ahead to the next few years to plan for future projects.
PassApproving the amendment of the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works (including the supplying of funds in connection therewith) subject to certain constraints and conditions and acknowledging the receipt of the Revised Forecast of Capital Budgets for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2030, as amended.
This bill approves changes to the city's capital budget for 2025, specifically for the Philadelphia Gas Works, and also accepts a revised forecast of capital budgets for the next five years. The bill affects the city's budget and planning for capital projects. It was sponsored by Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
PassAmending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to establish requirements related to security deposits for residential rentals and establishing remedies for violations, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill sets rules for security deposits in residential rentals, including what landlords must do and what happens if they don't follow the rules. It affects renters and landlords in Philadelphia. The goal is to make sure renters are treated fairly when it comes to their security deposits.
PassAdopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026.
The City of Philadelphia has adopted a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which outlines how the city will spend its money. This budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it determines funding for city services and programs. The budget was approved by City Council and will guide the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
PassAmending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," by adding a new chapter concerning vehicular mobile service providers, and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for mobile services that use vehicles, such as food trucks or mobile shops, in Philadelphia. It sets guidelines for these services and includes penalties for those who don't follow the rules. The bill affects people who operate these mobile services in the city.
PassAmending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," by adding a new chapter concerning vehicular mobile service providers, and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for mobile services that use vehicles, such as food trucks or mobile shops, in Philadelphia. It sets guidelines for these services and includes penalties for those who don't follow the rules. The bill affects people who operate these mobile services in the city.
PassRecent Roll Call Votes (10)
Authorizing the installation, ownership, and maintenance of various encroachments along the 300 Block of South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, under certain terms and conditions.
PassRegulating the direction of movement of traffic on Adams Avenue between Wingohocking Street and Frankford Avenue, as well as Leiper Street between Adams Avenue and Ruan Street.
This bill aims to regulate the direction of traffic on certain streets in Philadelphia, specifically Adams Avenue and Leiper Street. The regulation would affect drivers who use these streets, changing the direction they can travel. This change is intended for a specific area of the city, between Wingohocking Street, Frankford Avenue, Adams Avenue, and Ruan Street.
PassRegulating the direction of movement of traffic on Hermit Street between Manor Street and Manayunk Avenue.
This bill changes the direction of traffic on Hermit Street between Manor Street and Manayunk Avenue. It affects people who drive, walk, or bike on this part of Hermit Street. The change is intended to improve traffic flow and safety in the area.
PassAuthorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of an elevator encroachment in the vicinity of 3400 Aramingo Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134, under certain terms and conditions.
PassAuthorizing the installation, ownership and maintenance of right-of-way encroachments in various parts of the City, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill allows the installation, ownership, and maintenance of structures that extend into public spaces, such as sidewalks or streets, under certain conditions. It affects property owners and residents who want to build or maintain these structures, as well as the general public who uses these spaces. The bill sets rules for how these structures can be built and maintained.
PassRegulating the direction of movement of traffic on West Lippincott Street, between 22nd Street and 23rd Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill aims to regulate the direction of traffic on West Lippincott Street between 22nd Street and 23rd Street. It would affect drivers who use this street and nearby residents. The goal is to manage traffic flow under specific terms and conditions.
PassAmending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," by requiring non-resident landlords to provide verifiable contact information and a designated local contact and establishing penalties for non-compliance, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill requires landlords who don't live in Philadelphia to provide the city with a way to contact them, including a local representative. This would help the city hold these landlords accountable for maintaining their properties. The bill would affect non-resident landlords and establish penalties for those who don't comply.
PassAuthorizing the City of Philadelphia to install, own, and maintain right-of-way encroachments on the 7600, 7700, and 7800 blocks of Ogontz Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions.
The City of Philadelphia is considering a bill that would allow the city to install, own, and maintain structures or features on certain blocks of Ogontz Avenue. This would affect people who live, work, or travel on these blocks. The city would have to follow specific terms and conditions to do this.
PassAuthorizing Mukeshkumar Patel, owner and operator of the newsstand at the northwest corner of 34th Street and Convention Avenue and Civic Center Boulevard to construct, use, and maintain conduits in, under, and across the northwest corner of 34th Street and Convention Avenue and Civic Center Boulevard for the purpose of supplying electrical service to said newsstand, under certain terms and conditions.
PassAuthorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk caf? in the vicinity of 1001 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill allows a business at 1001 S 10th St to have a sidewalk cafe, which means they can use some of the sidewalk for outdoor seating. The business must follow certain rules and conditions to get this permission. This affects the business and people who walk or dine in the area.
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