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Nicolas O'Rourke

Nicolas O'Rourke

At-Large · Working Families

Attendance

67.1%Attended 169 of 252 roll call votes

Council average: 99.3%

Contested Votes

Of 252 roll calls this session, 88% passed unanimously. These 29 had at least one dissent.

Participated in 15 of 29 contested votes · Voted no 4times · Absent for 0

Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," to restrict the use of community spaces for government purposes not expressly authorized by the City or the courts and provide for civil enforcement of violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Chapter 9-3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Property Licenses and Owner Accountability," to clarify licensing requirements, authorize the Department to create a Proactive Inspection program, require public reporting related to Code compliance, and establish remedies, damages, and protections for tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill aims to update Philadelphia's property licensing rules, allowing the city to create a program to inspect properties before problems occur, and requiring the city to publicly report on how well property owners are following the rules. The bill also includes new protections and remedies for tenants. It affects property owners and tenants in Philadelphia.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to modify the requirements related to good cause for ending a tenancy, add protections against retaliation and harassment for tenants and tenant organizations, specify tenants' rights related to the implied warranty of habitability and provide a legal presumption related to breaches of the implied warranty of habitability, create a tenant right to organize, specify deadlines for asserting claims, and establish and enhance enforcement mechanisms, remedies, damages, and protections, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill aims to modify the rules for landlords ending a tenancy, add protections for tenants against retaliation and harassment, and clarify tenants' rights to a safe and habitable living space. It also establishes new enforcement mechanisms and remedies for tenants. The bill affects tenants and landlords in Philadelphia.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code by adding a new Chapter 21-3600 entitled "Non-Intervention with Respect to Immigration Enforcement" to place certain restrictions on the collection and use of information related to citizenship and immigration status, prohibit certain forms of discrimination in City services, and provide for remedies for violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code by adding a new Chapter 21-3600 entitled "Non-Intervention with Respect to Immigration Enforcement" to establish certain limits on how personal information may be handled by the City with regard to immigration enforcement, create reporting requirements, and provide for remedies for violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 17 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled "Procurement Contracts," and Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Miscellaneous," to prohibit the acceptance of bids on City contracts from, or the execution of contracts with, entities that do business with immigration enforcement authorities; bar City participation in, resource expenditures to, and involvement in any agreements or activities in furtherance of immigration enforcement, including through the conduct of its employees, contractors and funding recipients; require annual reporting of City immigration-related activities, and provide for civil enforcement of violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," to prohibit law enforcement officers from concealing their identity, require officers to visibly display their badge and other official identifying information, prohibit the impersonation of law enforcement officers, and provide for civil and criminal enforcement of violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," and amending Title 11 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Streets," to prohibit immigration enforcement on City and City-related property and facilities, to prohibit immigration enforcement in the right-of-way and provide for civil enforcement of violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass
Yes2026-02-26

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.

Pass
No2025-12-11

Amending 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.

Pass
Yes2025-12-11

Amending 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.

Pass
Yes2025-10-30

Amending 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.

Pass
No2025-10-23

Amending 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.

Pass
No2025-05-08

Amending 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.

Pass
No2025-04-24

Amending 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.

Pass
Recent Roll Call Votes (10)
Yes2026-05-28

To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue.

This bill aims to change the zoning designations of certain areas of land in a specific part of Philadelphia, bounded by Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue. The change would affect property owners and developers within this area. The proposed zoning changes could impact how land is used and developed in this part of the city.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

To approve amendments to the University of Pennsylvania Master Plan in the area bounded by Walnut Street, 36th Street, Spruce Street, and 39th Street, related to the Class of 1920 Commons building at 3800 Locust Walk, and the Stuart Weitzman Theatre addition to the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (ACPA) at 3680 Walnut Street.

This bill aims to approve changes to the University of Pennsylvania's Master Plan, specifically for the area around the Class of 1920 Commons building and the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. The changes involve updates to these buildings, including the Stuart Weitzman Theatre addition. This affects the University of Pennsylvania and its surrounding community.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

Renaming and designating the property commonly referred to as Panati Playground, located at 3100 N 22nd Street, to the "Allegheny West Recreation Center" in recognition of the community and neighborhood that it serves.

This bill renames Panati Playground to the Allegheny West Recreation Center, recognizing the community it serves. The playground is located at 3100 N 22nd Street. This change affects people who use the playground and live in the surrounding neighborhood.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by McKinley Street, Leonard Street, Devereaux Avenue, and Bustleton Avenue.

This bill changes the zoning rules for a specific area in Philadelphia, affecting the types of buildings and uses allowed on certain properties. The area impacted is bounded by McKinley Street, Leonard Street, Devereaux Avenue, and Bustleton Avenue. This change could affect residents, businesses, and property owners in the area.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Milnor Street, Cottman Avenue, Cottman Avenue (Extended), the Delaware River, Unruh Avenue (Extended), Unruh Avenue, Wissinoming Street, and New State Road.

This bill aims to change the zoning designations of certain areas of land in Northeast Philadelphia, specifically between Milnor Street, Cottman Avenue, and the Delaware River. The changes would affect property owners and residents in the area by potentially altering what can be built or used on their land. The bill is currently being reviewed by a City Council committee.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

Amending Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts" by amending Section 14-520, entitled "/NDO, Ninth District Overlay District," by making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill makes technical changes to the Ninth District Overlay District, which is a set of zoning rules for a specific area of Philadelphia. The changes affect how properties in this area can be used and developed. The bill is sponsored by Councilmember Phillips and is currently being reviewed by a City Council committee.

Pass
Yes2026-05-28

Authorizing various encroachments in the vicinity of 323 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107, under certain terms and conditions.

This bill allows for certain structures or objects to extend beyond property lines near 323 N. Broad St. in Philadelphia, as long as they meet specific conditions. The bill affects the property owner and possibly nearby residents or businesses. It aims to regulate how these extensions are built and used.

Pass
Yes2026-04-30

Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Special Gasoline Tax Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.

This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments for the 2026 budget year. It affects various city offices, departments, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.

Pass
Yes2026-04-30

To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.

This bill makes changes to the city's six-year capital budget plan, which was approved in 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for certain projects and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plans.

Pass
Yes2026-04-23

Amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code by adding a new Chapter 21-3600 entitled "Non-Intervention with Respect to Immigration Enforcement" to place certain restrictions on the collection and use of information related to citizenship and immigration status, prohibit certain forms of discrimination in City services, and provide for remedies for violations, all under certain terms and conditions.

Pass