READ AND PASSED

This enacted legislation provided for a November 3, 2015 ballot question asking Philadelphia voters whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to establish and define the functions of the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Affairs, headed by a director. It also authorized city officials to certify the measure, publish notices, and make arrangements for the election.

Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter establishing and defining the responsibilities of the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Affairs; fixing the date of a special election for such purpose; prescribing the form of ballot questions to be voted on; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.