CITY COUNCIL
Regular MeetingPhiladelphia, PA · December 16, 2021
Minutes
JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Thursday, December 16, 2021
PRESENT: 17 - Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones,
Council President Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill,
Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore Richardson and Thomas
Council met, a quorum being present.
Rabbi Hazan Jeffrey Myers of Tree of Life Congregation was introduced and offered an appropriate
prayer.
COUNCILMEMBER SQUILLA MOVED TO APPROVE THE JOURNAL
of the meeting of December 9, 2021.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Sergeant-at-Arms presented messages from the Mayor as follows:
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill No. 210798, which was passed by
Council on December 2, 2021, was signed by the Mayor on December 10, 2021.
(File No. 211032)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute
and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple
title to certain City-owned lots or pieces of ground with the buildings and
improvements thereon situate in the Fifth Councilmanic District of the City of
Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to
transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to
Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. (File No. 211033)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution approving the appointment of Seth Bluestein as City
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Commissioner, to fill out the unexpired term of a vacant seat in the Office of the City
Commissioners. (File No. 211034)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
December 14, 2021
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PHILADELPHIA:
Pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today
transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the
following bills:
Bill No. 210922- Not for approval
Bill No. 210926
Bill No. 210930
Bill No. 210931
Bill No. 210932
Bill No. 210933
Bill No. 210957
Respectfully submitted,
JAMES F. KENNEY
Mayor
(File No. 211035)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. Bill Nos. 210584, 210671-A,
210675, 210678, 210679, 210690, 210746, 210772, 210773, 210774, 210779,
210780 , 210781, 210826, 210846, 210847, which were passed by Council on
December 2, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on December 15, 2021. (File No.
211036)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. Bill Nos. 210771, 210901-A,
210924, and 210925, which were passed by Council on December 9, 2021, were
signed by the Mayor on December 15, 2021. (File No. 211037)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
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December 15, 2021
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PHILADELPHIA:
I am hereby returning without my signature Bill No. 210808, which was passed by
Council at its session on December 2, 2021. This bill changes the zoning designations
of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Oxford, Shelmire, Rising
Sun, Solly Avenues, the County Line, Borbeck, Hasbrook, and Hartel Avenues, all in
the Tenth Council District.
The Philadelphia City Planning Commission (PCPC) reviewed this legislation and
recommended against approval. It noted that this zoning change will prevent the
redevelopment of these lots for mixed-use development projects and limit each
property to one residential unit.
The Planning Commission’s Central Northeast District Plan recommended keeping
CMX-2 zoning in this area to encourage mixed-use redevelopment of under-utilized
properties to strengthen the Fox Chase business district and to encourage a strong
walkable commercial corridor. The new CMX-1 zoning designation would fail to
capitalize on potential redevelopment by prohibiting restaurants and ground floor
commercial spaces greater than 2,000 square feet.
For these reasons, I am returning without my signature, Bill No. 210808.
Respectfully,
JAMES F. KENNEY
Mayor (File No. 211038)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
Councilmember Council President Clarke Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's
Final Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution, Sponsored by Council
President Clarke:
Resolution No. 211023: Resolution Calling on Mayor James F. Kenney and his
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administration to work collaboratively with City Council in the creation of a Local Job
Placement Task Force.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final
Passage Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember
Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 211024: Resolution Calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to
reject House Bills 412, 1332, 1642 and any other legislative initiatives that decrease
funding for public schools and further inequities in our educational systems.
Bill No. 211019: An Ordinance Establishing no truck or trailer parking regulations on
N. 60th street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; N. 61st
street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; and W. Columbia
avenue between N. 60th street and N. 61st street, both sides.
Bill No. 211020: An Ordinance Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a
sidewalk café in the vicinity of 762 South 10th Street, all under certain terms and
conditions.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage
Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution for Council President Clarke, Sponsored by
Councilmembers Johnson, Jones, Henon, Green, Gilmore Richardson, Bass, Gym, Brooks,
Domb, Thomas, Parker, Gauthier and Squilla:
Resolution No. 211025: Resolution Urging the Biden Administration and the United
States Department of Justice to finalize a proposed rule that would close a regulatory
loophole and require “ghost gun” kit makers to include serial numbers in firearm kits
and require federally licensed firearms dealers to conduct background checks prior to
the sale of these firearm kits.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage
Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 211026: Resolution Authorizing the Special Committee on Gun
Violence Prevention to conduct hearings to examine our national youth mental health
crisis and its role in the ongoing epidemic of gun violence.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage
Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 211027: Resolution Honoring the Inner City Warriors Youth Football
Team for winning the National United Youth Football League 2021 Championship in
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Plant City, Florida.
Bill No. 211021: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 20-600 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Standards of Conduct and Ethics,” including Section 20-607, entitled
“Conflict of Interest,” and Section 20-610, entitled “Statement of Financial Interests,”
to regulate and restrict the receipt of outside income, under certain terms and
conditions.
Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez:
Resolution No. 211028: Resolution Calling for the creation of the School District of
Philadelphia Building Authority Workgroup.
Bill No. 211022: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Surplus Properties,” by adding criteria for evaluating non-competitive
dispositions, all under certain terms and conditions.
Councilmember Gauthier Introduced and Moved to Be Placed on This Week's Final Passage
Calendar - Rules Suspended the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gauthier:
Resolution No. 211029: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia City Council
Committee on Housing, Neighborhood Development and the Homeless to conduct
public hearings to explore the crisis of expiring affordable housing subsidies and the
impact of those expirations on the availability of affordable housing units in the City of
Philadelphia.
Councilmember Thomas Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmembers Thomas and Johnson:
Resolution No. 211030: Resolution Honoring and congratulating champion of the
week, John Bartram High School Football team, on their successful 2021 season and
winning their first District 12 4A Public League title in 45 years.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 211031: Resolution Declaring March 25, 2022 as Belarusian
Heritage Day in recognition of the contributions of Belarusian-Americans in the City of
Philadelphia.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
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Bill No. 210956, as amended: An Ordinance Signifying the intention of the City of
Philadelphia to organize the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority pursuant to
authority established under state law, and amending Chapters 20-600 (“Standards of
Conduct and Ethics”), 20-1200 (“Lobbying”), and 17-1400 (“Non-Competitively Bid
Contracts; Financial Assistance”) of The Philadelphia Code to address ethics,
contractual and other requirements applicable to the Philadelphia Public Financial
Authority, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER GREEN MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210956, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
CONSIDERATION OF THE CALENDAR
BILLS ON FIRST READING
Bill No. 210956, as amended: An Ordinance Signifying the intention of the City of
Philadelphia to organize the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority pursuant to
authority established under state law, and amending Chapters 20-600 (“Standards of
Conduct and Ethics”), 20-1200 (“Lobbying”), and 17-1400 (“Non-Competitively Bid
Contracts; Financial Assistance”) of The Philadelphia Code to address ethics,
contractual and other requirements applicable to the Philadelphia Public Financial
Authority, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following persons provided public comment on December 16, 2021
Name and Comment Subject
Walt Reeder (210999)
Rida Haq (210995 )
Mindy Isser (211010)
JR Reeves (210961)
Brian Bishara (210899)
Renee Chenault Fattah (210996)
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Shawn Moss (210929)
Linda Bell (210434)
Abraham Reyes Pardo (210920)
Jacob Spidell (210920)
Vince Patel (210920)
Bonita Cummings (210669, 210692)
Odessa Tate (210669, 210692)
Rev Chester Williams (210669, 210692)
Michael Khoo (210669, 210692)
Crystal Morris (210669 and 210692)
Valerie Ross (210669, 210692)
Eloise Young (210669, 210692)
Susan Nam (210669, 210692)
Mark Zachary (210669, 210692)
Susanna Burger (210669, 210692)
Chris Hinkley (210669 and 210692)
Christopher Mejah Smith (210669, 210692)
Tiffany Green (210669, 210633A, 211009)
See Notes of Testimony for full comment.
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Please note that this meeting will be held remotely using
Microsoft® Teams. This remote session may be viewed on
Xfinity Channel 64, Fios Channel 40 or
http://phlcouncil.com/watch-city-council/. Public comment may
be received with regard to those matters printed on the agenda
on the following pages. Speakers interested in participating in
public comment must call 215-686-3406 by 3 p.m. on the
Wednesday before the Council session and submit the
following information:
• Full name
• Callback telephone number where you can be reached
• Identify the bill number or resolution number that will be
addressed
• State whether you support or oppose that particular bill or
resolution.
Speakers who submitted the above information within the
required time frame will be telephoned during the council
session and invited to the remote meeting. They will have up to
three minutes to speak; the Council President, however,
reserves the right based on circumstances to establish a
different time limit. The Council President may also limit
repetitious comments or limit the scope of testimony to only
certain items on the agenda, which could affect callbacks for
public comment at the meeting.
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ORDER OF BUSINESS IN A COUNCIL SESSION
Note: Some items do not occur at every session:
Invocation.
Approval of the journal of the preceding meeting.
Requests by Councilmembers for permission to be absent from
the session.
Reading of communications from the Mayor.
Introduction of bills and resolutions (to be referred to
appropriate Committees of Council).
Reports from Committees of Council.
Special business.
Bills on first reading.
Public comment on bills and resolutions on the Second
Reading and Final Passage Calendars – titles are printed below.
Bills that Council passed but that need to be returned by the
Mayor for reconsideration.
Consideration of bills and resolutions on the Second Reading
and Final Passage Calendars.
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Bills and resolutions on the Suspension Calendar.
Speeches by Councilmembers.
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
Resolution No. 210960: Resolution Recognizing, honoring and congratulating Zeta
Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on its 102nd Founders’ Day and the upcoming
International Convention being held in the City of Philadelphia, July 18- July 24, 2022.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210961: Resolution Recognizing, honoring and congratulating Phi
Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on its 108th Founders’ Day and the upcoming
Eastern Region Conference being held in the City of Philadelphia, March 31 - April 3,
2022.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210991: Resolution Recognizing and congratulating WHYY and the
News and Information Community Exchange (N.I.C.E). collaborative on their
steadfast commitment to diversify local news sources, and empower local, BIPOC,
and underserved communities through grassroots news.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210992: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to
dispose of 2929 N. 13th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance
with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210993: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment
Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to
certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District pursuant to the
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requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210994: Resolution Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property
to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying
fee simple title to 1335 N. 8th Street, 1401 N. 8th Street, 1402 N. 30th Street, 1410
N. Myrtlewood Street, 1421 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1424 N. Myrtlewood Street,
1429 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1437 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1438 Franklin Street, 1440
N. Myrtlewood Street, 1451 N Myrtlewood Street, 1452 N. Mytlewood Street.
1457 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1459 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1460 N. Hollywood
Street, 1463 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1500 N. Hollywood Street, 1511 N.
Myrtlewood Street, 2955 N. 8th Street, 3003 Redner Street, 3601 Germantown
Avenue, and 729 Master Street in the Fifth Councilmanic District of the City of
Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to
transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to
Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210995: Resolution Honoring Philadelphia VIP on the Special
Occasion of its Fortieth Anniversary.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210996: Resolution Honoring the Philadelphia Lawyers for Social
Equity on the Special Occasion of its Tenth Anniversary.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210997: Resolution Commending Patricia Wilson Aden on her
Appointment as President and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210998: Resolution Honoring the Local Initiatives Support
Corporation on the Special Occasion of its Fortieth Anniversary.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210999: Resolution Commending The Black Promoters Collective
on their official formation as a 100 percent Black-owned organization.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211000: Resolution Also naming the 1500 block of West Cabot
Street from 15th Street to 16th Street, “Vivian VanStory Way” to honor and
commemorate the life of Vivian VanStory and her lasting impact on her North
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Philadelphia community.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211001: Resolution Also naming the 2500 block of West Stewart
Street from 25th Street to 26th Street, “Warren McMichael Way” to honor and
commemorate the life of Warren McMichael and his lasting impact on the
Brewerytown- Sharswood community.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211002: Resolution Recognizing and honoring Terrence Foley for
fifteen years of committed service as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the
City Avenue Special Services District in the 4th Councilmanic District of the City of
Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211003: Resolution Recognizing and honoring legendary sports
journalist Donald Hunt on the occasion of his retirement after over thirty years of
writing for the Philadelphia Tribune.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211004: Resolution Recognizing and honoring Al Schmidt for his
10-year tenure as a Philadelphia City Commissioner, and wishing him well as he begins
a new chapter in his career as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Committee
of Seventy.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211008: Resolution Calling on the General Assembly to prohibit the
use of deadly force to make a citizen’s arrest.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211009: Resolution Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property
to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying
fee simple title to 1306, 1308, 1310, 1312 and 1329 S. 21st Street, 1303 S. 23rd
Street, 1306 S. 28th Street, 1213 S. Bonsall Street, 1148 S. Cleveland Street, 2632
Ellsworth Street, 1410 S. Hicks Street, 2054 Gerrit Street, 2612, 2741 and 2743
Latona Street, 2123 Montrose Street, 1701 and 1703 S. Ringgold Street and 1714 S.
Taylor Street in the Second Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and
further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the
Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405
of The Philadelphia Code.
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THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211010: Resolution Recognizing the work and contributions of labor
and grassroots community activist Ronald Whitehorne, whose leadership and
mentorship has inspired generations of activists and leaders in the City of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211011: Resolution Designating Tuesday December 21, 2021 as
National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day in the City of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211012: Resolution Honoring, congratulating, and thanking Frank
DiCicco on the occasion of his retirement from the Zoning Board of Adjustment and
his many years of service to the citizens of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211013: Resolution Proclaiming January 13, 2022 as Korean
American Day in Philadelphia to celebrate and commemorate the proud heritage of
Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhance the City’s culture,
economy, and the founding ideals of independence and democracy.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210692, as amended: Resolution Proposing an amendment to the
Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to revise the composition of the Zoning Board of
Adjustment, by increasing the number of appointees, providing for confirmation by
Council of appointees, and specifying qualifications that appointees must possess; and
providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210633-A, as amended: An Ordinance 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 “/MIH, Mixed
Income Neighborhoods Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Chapter
14-702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Dwelling Unit Density Bonuses”; and by
making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
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THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210917-A, as amended: An Ordinance Adding a new Chapter 9-5700,
entitled “Leasing of Commercial Property,” to require commercial lessors to provide
certain disclosures before entering lease agreements and to provide related protections
to tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Resolution No. 211023: Resolution Calling on Mayor James F. Kenney and his
administration to work collaboratively with City Council in the creation of a Local Job
Placement Task Force.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211024: Resolution Calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to
reject House Bills 412, 1332, 1642 and any other legislative initiatives that decrease
funding for public schools and further inequities in our educational systems.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211025: Resolution Urging the Biden Administration and the United
States Department of Justice to finalize a proposed rule that would close a regulatory
loophole and require “ghost gun” kit makers to include serial numbers in firearm kits
and require federally licensed firearms dealers to conduct background checks prior to
the sale of these firearm kits.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211027: Resolution Honoring the Inner City Warriors Youth Football
Team for winning the National United Youth Football League 2021 Championship in
Plant City, Florida.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL
PASSAGE
Bill No. 210689: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Old
York Road, Broad Street, and 65th Avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210899, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 14-1000 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Historic Preservation,” to establish a temporary demolition
moratorium with respect to properties in the area bounded by Henry Avenue,
Roxborough Avenue, Silverwood Street, and Fountain Street; all under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210926, as amended: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning
Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an
area bounded by Crispin Street, Willits Road, Academy Road, and Frankford Avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210782, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 210320 (approved
June 28, 2021), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal
Years 2022-2027 inclusive,” by adding, revising, and/or removing certain projects,
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amounts and sources, for the purpose of providing Safe Play Zone security cameras,
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210783, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 210321 (approved
June 28, 2021), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2022 Capital Budget,” by
adding, revising, and/or removing certain projects, amounts and sources, for the
purpose of providing Safe Play Zone security cameras, under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210864: An Ordinance Amending Subsection 19-2604(6) of The
Philadelphia Code (“Credit for Contributions to Community Development
Corporations, Nonprofit Organizations Engaged in Developing and Implementing
Healthy Food Initiatives and Nonprofit Intermediaries”) to clarify the number of
contribution agreements that may be entered into, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210669: An Ordinance 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 revise the
composition of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, by increasing the number of
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appointees, providing for confirmation by Council of appointees, and specifying
qualifications that appointees must possess; and authorizing the appropriate officers to
publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210629: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a
portion of City Plan No. 120 by striking from the City Plan and vacating Nicholas
Street and Turner Street, each from Twentieth Street to Twenty-First Street, and
reserving and placing on the City Plan rights-of-way for various utility purposes within
the beds of Nicholas and Turner Streets being stricken and authorizing acceptance of
the grant to the City of the said rights-of-way, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210867: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 12-2700 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Permit Parking Districts,” by amending the boundaries for Permit
Parking District 19, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210918: An Ordinance Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on
Camac street between Wagner avenue and Fisher avenue, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
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Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210919: An Ordinance Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on
East Godfrey avenue between Summerdale avenue and Pratt street, all under certain
terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210921, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing various encroachments at
3536 Calumet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19129, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210929: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Day
street and Wildey street; Thompson street and Columbia avenue; Oxford street and
Belgrade street; E. Montgomery street and Thompson street; Columbia avenue and
Belgrade street; Crease street and Thompson street; Belgrade street and Oxford
street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210930: An Ordinance Amending Section 5 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
200423) approved November 10, 2020, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing Keystone
Property Group (‘Owner’) to construct, own, and maintain a proposed exterior
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building ramp at 100 South Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(‘Property’), all under certain terms and conditions,” by extending the period for
compliance with the terms and conditions stated therein.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210931: An Ordinance Amending Section 5 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
200092) approved March 11, 2020, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing Independence
Park Hotel (‘Owner’) to construct, own, and maintain a proposed exterior building
ramp at 235 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (‘Property’), all under certain
terms and conditions,” by extending the period for compliance with the terms and
conditions stated therein.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210932, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing various encroachments on
North Broad Street in the vicinity of 1344-1348 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107,
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Bill No. 210920, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-800 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Landlord and Tenant,” to provide for an eviction diversion
program, to make associated changes related to the landlord and tenant relationship,
and making certain technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
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The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 17 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Henon, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 0
Resolution No. 211026: Resolution Authorizing the Special Committee on Gun
Violence Prevention to conduct hearings to examine our national youth mental health
crisis and its role in the ongoing epidemic of gun violence.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 211029: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia City Council
Committee on Housing, Neighborhood Development and the Homeless to conduct
public hearings to explore the crisis of expiring affordable housing subsidies and the
impact of those expirations on the availability of affordable housing units in the City of
Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
SPEECHES
COUNCILMEMBER JONES MOVED TO ADJOURN
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Please note that this meeting will be held remotely using Microsoft® Teams. This remote
session may be viewed on Xfinity Channel 64, Fios Channel 40 or
http://phlcouncil.com/watch-city-council/. Public comment may be received with regard to
those matters printed on the agenda on the following pages. Speakers interested in
participating in public comment must call 215-686-3406 by 3 p.m. on the Wednesday before
the Council session and submit the following information:
• Full name
• Callback telephone number where you can be reached
• Identify the bill number or resolution number that will be addressed
• State whether you support or oppose that particular bill or resolution.
Speakers who submitted the above information within the required time frame will be
telephoned during the council session and invited to the remote meeting. They will have
up to three minutes to speak; the Council President, however, reserves the right based on
circumstances to establish a different time limit. The Council President may also limit
repetitious comments or limit the scope of testimony to only certain items on the agenda,
which could affect callbacks for public comment at the meeting.
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ORDER OF BUSINESS IN A COUNCIL SESSION
Note: Some items do not occur at every session:
Invocation.
Approval of the journal of the preceding meeting.
Requests by Councilmembers for permission to be absent from the session.
Reading of communications from the Mayor.
Introduction of bills and resolutions (to be referred to appropriate Committees of
Council).
Reports from Committees of Council.
Special business.
Bills on first reading.
Public comment on bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage
Calendars – titles are printed below.
Bills that Council passed but that need to be returned by the Mayor for reconsideration.
Consideration of bills and resolutions on the Second Reading and Final Passage Calendars.
Bills and resolutions on the Suspension Calendar.
Speeches by Councilmembers.
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
200533
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass
Resolution calling on Comcast Spectacor to reconsider its naming rights agreement with Wells Fargo
based on its history of unethical banking practices.
210396
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
Resolution calling on the Sheriff of the City of Philadelphia to request an Order from the President
Judge of the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania
to temporarily stay all mortgage and tax foreclosure sales.
210434
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution calling on the City of Philadelphia to implement minimum force training for all law
enforcement officers.
210848
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the
redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the Model Cities Urban Renewal Area, identified by
house numbers and street addresses as 1604-1608 Page street, 1610 Page street, 1612 Page street,
1614 Page street and 1616 Page street; and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to execute the
redevelopment contract with Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia, Inc. and to take such action as may
be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract.
210913
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass
Resolution authorizing City Council to retain legal counsel to file a lawsuit to require the Administration
to implement and enforce Bill Number 200425, an ordinance duly enacted by the City Council of
Philadelphia which became law on January 28, 2021.
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210958
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution amending Resolution No. 200001-A, which provides Rules for the Government of the
Council of the City of Philadelphia, by providing for rules regarding recusal from any legislation due to
conflicts of interest.
210960
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson
Resolution recognizing, honoring and congratulating Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on its
102nd Founders’ Day and the upcoming International Convention being held in the City of
Philadelphia, July 18- July 24, 2022.
210961
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson
Resolution recognizing, honoring and congratulating Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on its
108th Founders’ Day and the upcoming Eastern Region Conference being held in the City of
Philadelphia, March 31 - April 3, 2022.
210991
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution recognizing and congratulating WHYY and the News and Information Community
Exchange (N.I.C.E). collaborative on their steadfast commitment to diversify local news sources, and
empower local, BIPOC, and underserved communities through grassroots news.
210992
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2929 N. 13th Street located in the
5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
210993
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to execute and deliver to the
Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to certain properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic
District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act.
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210994
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia
Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1335 N. 8th Street, 1401 N. 8th Street,
1402 N. 30th Street, 1410 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1421 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1424 N.
Myrtlewood Street, 1429 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1437 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1438 Franklin Street,
1440 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1451 N Myrtlewood Street, 1452 N. Mytlewood Street. 1457 N.
Myrtlewood Street, 1459 N. Myrtlewood Street, 1460 N. Hollywood Street, 1463 N. Myrtlewood
Street, 1500 N. Hollywood Street, 1511 N. Myrtlewood Street, 2955 N. 8th Street, 3003 Redner
Street, 3601 Germantown Avenue, and 729 Master Street in the Fifth Councilmanic District of the
City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to
the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of The
Philadelphia Code.
210995
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
Resolution honoring Philadelphia VIP on the Special Occasion of its Fortieth Anniversary.
210996
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
Resolution honoring the Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity on the Special Occasion of its Tenth
Anniversary.
210997
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
Resolution commending Patricia Wilson Aden on her Appointment as President and CEO of the
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.
210998
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker and Gauthier
Resolution honoring the Local Initiatives Support Corporation on the Special Occasion of its Fortieth
Anniversary.
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210999
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
Resolution commending The Black Promoters Collective on their official formation as a 100 percent
Black-owned organization.
211000
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Clarke
Resolution also naming the 1500 block of West Cabot Street from 15th Street to 16th Street, “Vivian
VanStory Way” to honor and commemorate the life of Vivian VanStory and her lasting impact on her
North Philadelphia community.
211001
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson for Council President Clarke
Resolution also naming the 2500 block of West Stewart Street from 25th Street to 26th Street,
“Warren McMichael Way” to honor and commemorate the life of Warren McMichael and his lasting
impact on the Brewerytown- Sharswood community.
211002
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
Resolution recognizing and honoring Terrence Foley for fifteen years of committed service as the
President and Chief Executive Officer of the City Avenue Special Services District in the 4th
Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia.
211003
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
Resolution recognizing and honoring legendary sports journalist Donald Hunt on the occasion of his
retirement after over thirty years of writing for the Philadelphia Tribune.
211004
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Jones and O'Neill
Resolution recognizing and honoring Al Schmidt for his 10-year tenure as a Philadelphia City
Commissioner, and wishing him well as he begins a new chapter in his career as President and Chief
Executive Officer of the Committee of Seventy.
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211008
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution calling on the General Assembly to prohibit the use of deadly force to make a citizen’s
arrest.
211009
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia
Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1306, 1308, 1310, 1312 and 1329 S.
21st Street, 1303 S. 23rd Street, 1306 S. 28th Street, 1213 S. Bonsall Street, 1148 S. Cleveland
Street, 2632 Ellsworth Street, 1410 S. Hicks Street, 2054 Gerrit Street, 2612, 2741 and 2743
Latona Street, 2123 Montrose Street, 1701 and 1703 S. Ringgold Street and 1714 S. Taylor Street
in the Second Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia
Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties
pursuant to Section 16-405 of The Philadelphia Code.
211010
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Brooks
Resolution recognizing the work and contributions of labor and grassroots community activist Ronald
Whitehorne, whose leadership and mentorship has inspired generations of activists and leaders in the
City of Philadelphia.
211011
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier
Resolution designating Tuesday December 21, 2021 as National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day
in the City of Philadelphia.
211012
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
Resolution honoring, congratulating, and thanking Frank DiCicco on the occasion of his retirement
from the Zoning Board of Adjustment and his many years of service to the citizens of Philadelphia.
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211013
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution proclaiming January 13, 2022 as Korean American Day in Philadelphia to celebrate and
commemorate the proud heritage of Korean Americans and their invaluable contributions to enhance
the City’s culture, economy, and the founding ideals of independence and democracy.
210692
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to revise the composition
of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, by increasing the number of appointees, providing for
confirmation by Council of appointees, and specifying qualifications that appointees must possess; and
providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
210778-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier
An Ordinance to amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-532, entitled the
“/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District” and making other related changes; to
amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land
located within an area bounded by 39th Street, Ludlow Street, 40th Street, and Market Street; and
to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties within the aforementioned
area; all under certain terms and conditions.
210633-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Gauthier, Quiñones Sánchez and Johnson
An Ordinance 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
“/MIH, Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Chapter
14-702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Dwelling Unit Density Bonuses”; and by making related
changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
210917-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker, Bass, Gauthier, Squilla, Jones, Thomas, Quiñones
Sánchez, Gilmore Richardson, O'Neill, Brooks, Domb and Gym
An Ordinance adding a new Chapter 9-5700, entitled “Leasing of Commercial Property,” to require
commercial lessors to provide certain disclosures before entering lease agreements and to provide
related protections to tenants, all under certain terms and conditions.
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE
200658
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
An Ordinance authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Upland Way and
Berks Street.
210685
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Green, Squilla, Gym, Henon, Gilmore Richardson, Domb,
Brooks and Bass
An Ordinance amending Subcode “A” (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 (The
Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code) of The Philadelphia Code, by amending
Section A-703, entitled “Special Certificate of Inspection,” to enhance building safety requirements
for educational occupancies, all under certain terms and conditions.
210683
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Green
An Ordinance continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality Improvement Levy District (the “District”), a
business improvement district encompassing certain existing and future hotel properties within the
boundaries of the City of Philadelphia (the “City”), and continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality
Improvement Levy District Corporation (“PHiL DC”) to serve as the neighborhood improvement
district management association for the District; approving a new plan for the District, including a list
of proposed programs and services related to the development and promotion of the hotel and
tourism industry in the City and County of Philadelphia and their estimated cost; providing for special
assessment fees to be levied on eligible hotel property owners within the District to fund such
programs and services; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an
agreement with PHiL DC relating to the District; and reauthorizing PHiL DC to assess eligible
property owners within the District and collect or cause to be collected special assessment fees to be
used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community
and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.
210689
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain
areas of land located within an area bounded by Old York Road, Broad Street, and 65th Avenue.
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210899
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Historic Preservation,”
to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area bounded by
Henry Avenue, Roxborough Avenue, Silverwood Street, and Fountain Street; all under certain terms
and conditions.
210922
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain
areas of land located within an area bounded by Fountain Street, Umbria Street, Paoli Avenue, Ridge
Avenue, Livezey Street, Valley Avenue, and Henry Avenue.
210926
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Henon
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain
areas of land located within an area bounded by Crispin Street, Willits Road, Academy Road, and
Frankford Avenue.
210782
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass for Council President Clarke
An Ordinance amending Bill No. 210320 (approved June 28, 2021), entitled “An Ordinance to
adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2022-2027 inclusive,” by adding, revising, and/or
removing certain projects, amounts and sources, for the purpose of providing Safe Play Zone security
cameras, under certain terms and conditions.
210783
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass for Council President Clarke
An Ordinance amending Bill No. 210321 (approved June 28, 2021), entitled “An Ordinance to
adopt a Fiscal 2022 Capital Budget,” by adding, revising, and/or removing certain projects, amounts
and sources, for the purpose of providing Safe Play Zone security cameras, under certain terms and
conditions.
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210864
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Green
An Ordinance amending Subsection 19-2604(6) of The Philadelphia Code (“Credit for Contributions
to Community Development Corporations, Nonprofit Organizations Engaged in Developing and
Implementing Healthy Food Initiatives and Nonprofit Intermediaries”) to clarify the number of
contribution agreements that may be entered into, all under certain terms and conditions.
210669
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker for Council President Clarke, Quiñones Sánchez,
Jones, Gauthier, Brooks, Gilmore Richardson, Bass and Green
An Ordinance 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 revise the composition of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, by increasing the
number of appointees, providing for confirmation by Council of appointees, and specifying
qualifications that appointees must possess; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice
and to make arrangements for the special election.
210629
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
An Ordinance authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 120 by
striking from the City Plan and vacating Nicholas Street and Turner Street, each from Twentieth
Street to Twenty-First Street, and reserving and placing on the City Plan rights-of-way for various
utility purposes within the beds of Nicholas and Turner Streets being stricken and authorizing
acceptance of the grant to the City of the said rights-of-way, all under certain terms and conditions.
210867
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
An Ordinance amending Chapter 12-2700 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Permit Parking
Districts,” by amending the boundaries for Permit Parking District 19, all under certain terms and
conditions.
210918
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
An Ordinance regulating the direction of movement of traffic on Camac street between Wagner
avenue and Fisher avenue, all under certain terms and conditions.
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210919
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker
An Ordinance regulating the direction of movement of traffic on East Godfrey avenue between
Summerdale avenue and Pratt street, all under certain terms and conditions.
210921
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
An Ordinance authorizing various encroachments at 3536 Calumet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19129,
under certain terms and conditions.
210929
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Clarke
An Ordinance establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of: Day street and Wildey street;
Thompson street and Columbia avenue; Oxford street and Belgrade street; E. Montgomery street and
Thompson street; Columbia avenue and Belgrade street; Crease street and Thompson street;
Belgrade street and Oxford street.
210930
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
An Ordinance amending Section 5 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 200423) approved November 10,
2020, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing Keystone Property Group (‘Owner’) to construct, own,
and maintain a proposed exterior building ramp at 100 South Independence Mall West, Philadelphia,
PA 19106 (‘Property’), all under certain terms and conditions,” by extending the period for
compliance with the terms and conditions stated therein.
210931
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
An Ordinance amending Section 5 of an Ordinance (Bill No. 200092) approved March 11, 2020,
entitled “An Ordinance authorizing Independence Park Hotel (‘Owner’) to construct, own, and
maintain a proposed exterior building ramp at 235 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(‘Property’), all under certain terms and conditions,” by extending the period for compliance with the
terms and conditions stated therein.
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210932
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
An Ordinance authorizing various encroachments on North Broad Street in the vicinity of 1344-1348
Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107, under certain terms and conditions.
210923
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Jones, Gilmore Richardson, Johnson, Gauthier, Domb,
Quiñones Sánchez, Brooks, Gym and Parker
An Ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades
and Professions,” by adding a new Chapter 9-5700, entitled “Prohibition on Certain Gambling
Machines and Skills Games,” to prohibit the operation of any casino-style or skill game that accepts
cash payment for the chance of a cash reward and is not otherwise regulated by the State of
Pennsylvania, all under certain terms and conditions.
210920
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Gym, Gauthier, Brooks, Thomas and Jones
An Ordinance amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Landlord and Tenant,” to
provide for an eviction diversion program, to make associated changes related to the landlord and
tenant relationship, and making certain technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
211026
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution authorizing the Special Committee on Gun Violence Prevention to conduct hearings to
examine our national youth mental health crisis and its role in the ongoing epidemic of gun violence.
211029
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier
Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia City Council Committee on Housing, Neighborhood
Development and the Homeless to conduct public hearings to explore the crisis of expiring affordable
housing subsidies and the impact of those expirations on the availability of affordable housing units in
the City of Philadelphia.
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