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The enacted ordinance requires the City to hold a public hearing at least 30 days before sending the Fraternal Order of Police a proposal to enter into or amend a labor agreement covering Philadelphia police employees’ general employment terms and conditions. City officials must explain the proposal and allow public comment, and the Administration must submit a written report to City Council within 30 days after the hearing; Council approval is not required for the agreement to take effect.

Amending Title 17 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Contracts and Procurement," by adding a new Chapter 17-2300, entitled "Public Hearing Required Prior to Execution of a Labor Agreement with City Workers Represented by the Fraternal Order Of Police With Respect To The Workers' Terms And Conditions Of Employment," by establishing certain definitions; and requiring a public hearing within thirty (30) days prior to the City entering into or amending a labor agreement with City workers represented by the Fraternal Order of Police, all under certain terms and conditions.