CITY COUNCIL
Regular MeetingPhiladelphia, PA · December 3, 2020
Minutes
JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Thursday, December 3, 2020
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.
A silent moment of prayer was observed.
COUNCILMEMBER SQUILLA MOVED TO APPROVE THE JOURNAL
of the meeting of November 19, 2020.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
COMMUNICATIONS
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200369, 200419, 200497, and
200498, which were passed by Council on November 12, 2020, were signed by the
Mayor on December 1, 2020. (File No. 200706)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 200115, 200182, 200254,
200353, 200387, 200412, 200420, 200421, 200481, 200537, 200539, 200544,
200561, 200562, 200572, 200591, 200599, and 200600, which were passed by
Council on November 19, 2020, were signed by the Mayor on December 1, 2020.
(File No. 200707)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution approving the redevelopment contract of the Philadelphia
Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a portion of the
West Parkside Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and street address as
1728 North Fifty-first street; and authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority
to execute the redevelopment contract with Salima Cunningham and to take such
action as may be necessary to effectuate the redevelopment contract. (File No.
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THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting an ordinance authorizing the Department of Public Property to acquire, on
behalf of the City, an easement in the area bounded by Chestnut Street, 12th Street,
Market Street, and 11th Street, all under certain terms and conditions. (File No.
200709)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 200679: Resolution Recognizing, congratulating, and honoring State
Representative Joanna McClinton (191st State House District) on being elected by her
peers to serve as the Democratic Caucus Leader, making her the House Minority
Leader, as well as the first woman of any race or ethnicity to serve in this capacity in
the General Assembly.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 200680: Resolution Declaring each Friday in December of 2020 as
“Shop Black Business Friday” in the City of Philadelphia.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution for Council President Clarke, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 200681: Resolution Authorizing the Committee on Licenses and
Inspections to hold hearings to evaluate current permitting procedures and to identify
ways to safely simplify the construction permitting process, with the ultimate goal of
accelerating the timely completion of commercial and residential projects.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution for Council President Clarke, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 200682: Resolution Approving the appointment of Ismail Shahid as a
member of the Board of Commissioners of the Philadelphia Housing Authority.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
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Resolution No. 200683: Resolution Calling on the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to
keep John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School and Bishop McDevitt High School
open and to engage with students, alumni, board, and other stakeholders in decision
making around the schools’ futures.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 200684: Resolution Recognizing, honoring and congratulating Phi
Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on its 107th Founder’s Day.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 200685: Resolution Recognizing, honoring and congratulating Zeta
Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on its 101st Founder’s Day.
Councilmember Henon Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Henon:
Resolution No. 200686: Resolution Honoring the life and legacy of Philadelphia labor
leader James Moran.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 200687: Resolution Authorizing the Committees on Public Safety and
Public Health and Human Services to hold joint hearings to examine the City’s
preparedness to respond to hospital bed needs of the public during public health
emergencies, and to explore “Plan B” locations for temporary hospital sites.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 200688: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia City Council
Committee on Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs to hold public hearings
examining the feasibility of establishing a new Boys and Girls Club at Rose Playground.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 200689: Resolution Approving the redevelopment contract of the
Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority for the redevelopment and urban renewal of a
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portion of the West Parkside Urban Renewal Area, identified by house number and
street address as 1728 North Fifty-first street; and authorizing the Philadelphia
Redevelopment Authority to execute the redevelopment contract with Salima
Cunningham and to take such action as may be necessary to effectuate the
redevelopment contract.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200690: Resolution Authorizing the Committees on Public Safety and
Public Health and Human Services to conduct joint hearings to examine available
options for protecting Philadelphians in the Philadelphia jail system and the
Pennsylvania prison system from COVID-19
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200691: Resolution Also naming 24th Street, between Wharton and
Reed Streets, “Dorothy Allen Way,” to honor the life and legacy of Dorothy D. Allen.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200692: Resolution Also naming the 1800 block of Wharton street
“Walter P. Lomax, Jr., M.D., Way” to recognize, honor, and celebrate Dr. Walter P.
Lomax, Jr. for his leadership, dedication, philanthropy, and support of Black
Philadelphians.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200693: Resolution Also naming the 3200 block of Reed Street
“Irene Russell Way” to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Irene
Russell and her dedication to the Grays Ferry neighborhood.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200694: Resolution Also naming the 1300 block of South Capitol
Street “Mamie Nichols Way” to recognize, honor, and celebrate the legacy of Mamie
Nichols and her dedication to the people of Point Breeze.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
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Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200695: Resolution Also naming the 2100 block of Federal Street
“Claudia Sherrod Way,” to honor the legacy of Claudia Sherrod.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200696: Resolution Also naming the 1800 block of South 20th
Street “Terrance Carpenter Way,” to honor the life and legacy of Terrance "Terry”
Carpenter.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 200697: Resolution Also naming the 1500 block of Fitzwater street
“United Supreme Council Way” to recognize the United Supreme Council, Ancient
and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Northern
Jurisdiction, USA, Inc., for their long track record of charitable works in Philadelphia.
Councilmember Brooks Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Brooks:
Resolution No. 200698: Resolution Calling on the United States Congress to extend
payroll tax relief to small and midsize essential businesses providing paid sick leave to
their employees, and the Pennsylvania General Assembly to enact legislation to expand
paid sick leave eligibility for all essential workers.
Councilmember Domb Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmembers Domb, Johnson, Squilla and Henon:
Resolution No. 200699: Resolution Authorizing the Fiscal Stability and
Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee to hold hearings examining the economic
impact of the Coronavirus-related restrictions on Philadelphia’s restaurants and other
significantly affected businesses and to explore how these actions will impact the safety
of our citizenry and the City of Philadelphia’s Five-Year Financial Plan.
Councilmember Gauthier Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gauthier:
Resolution No. 200700: Resolution Also naming the 3600 Block of Haverford
Avenue “Rev. Dr. Andy Jenkins Way” to recognize, honor and celebrate the life and
legacy of Rev. Dr. Andy Jenkins for his dedication and service to the Mantua
community and the City of Philadelphia.
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Councilmember Thomas Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Thomas:
Resolution No. 200701: Resolution Honoring and congratulating the Roman Catholic
High School Mock Trial team, on their successful 2019-2020 season and the City Title
in Philadelphia.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
Bill No. 200677: An Ordinance Authorizing the Department of Public Property to
acquire, on behalf of the City, an easement in the area bounded by Chestnut Street,
12th Street, Market Street, and 11th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND PUBLIC WORKS.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Squilla:
Resolution No. 200702: Resolution Also naming Reed Street between 12th Street
and 13th Street, as “Mario Lanza Way”.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Bill No. 200678: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6-200 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Preventive Medicine,” by imposing duration limitations on emergency control
measures, requiring Council approval of emergency control measures in certain
circumstances, and to make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 200703: Resolution Proclaiming January 13, 2021 as Korean
American Day in Philadelphia to Celebrate and Commemorate the Proud Heritage of
Korean Americans and their Invaluable Contributions to Enhancing the City’s Culture,
Economy, and the Founding Ideals of Independence and Democracy.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 200704: Resolution Recognizing and Honoring the Korean American
Association of Greater Philadelphia (KAAGP) on the Occasion of its 50th
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Anniversary.
Resolution No. 200705: Resolution Recognizing December 9, 2020 through
December 13, 2020 as Army Week in the City of Philadelphia.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Bill No. 200366: An Ordinance Amending Section 19-1303(4) of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Authorization to Offer Exemption from Real Estate Taxes on New
Construction of Residential Properties,” by modifying the start date of certain changes
to tax abatements with respect to new residential construction, all under certain terms
and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200366.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200556, as amended: An Ordinance Providing for a payment to the City
upon the construction of certain real estate, and directing Council to appropriate
revenues from such payments to the Department of Planning and Development -
Division of Housing and Community Development, in order to support equitable
neighborhood development by constructing affordable housing, including units for sale
or rent; providing assistance to Philadelphians who desire to become homeowners;
providing opportunities for workforce development and apprenticeship; and requiring
M/W/DBE participation goals, including monitoring and enforcement, all under certain
terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200556, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200653, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 19-1300 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Real Estate Taxes,” by modifying the amount of certain tax
abatements, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200653, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
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THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON RULES
Bill No. 200516, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by creating an overlay district
entitled “/WYN, Wynnefield Overlay District,” to include certain areas of land
within the area bounded by City Avenue, Bryn Mawr Avenue, Parkside Avenue,
53rd Street, Jefferson Street, Upland Way, and Drexel Road, under certain terms
and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200516, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200571: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by
Diamond Street, 11th Street, Norris Street, and Marvine Street.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200571.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200576: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by revising and
clarifying certain provisions, and making related changes, all under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200576.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200577: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14-200, entitled
“Definitions” and Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the
provisions of the /WWO Wissahickon Watershed Overlay; all under certain terms and
conditions.
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COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200577.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200592, as amended: An Ordinance Amending the Philadelphia Zoning
Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within the
area bounded by Wissahickon Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, Fox Street, and
Roberts Avenue.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200592, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200601, 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 “/HVO, Haverford Village
Overlay District”; and amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wallace Street,
36th Street, Mount Vernon Street, and 37th Street.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200601, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200602, 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 “/TSO, 30th Street
Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Section 14-702, entitled “Floor
Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses”; and amending the Philadelphia
Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located
within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 30th Street, Walnut Street, and 31st
Lower Level Street.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200602, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
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Bill No. 200604, as amended: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning
Maps by changing the zoning designation of certain areas of the land located within an
area bounded by Byberry Road, Woodhaven Road, the Poquessing Creek, and
adjacent land south of Franklin Mills Circle.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200604, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200613, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by creating a new Strawberry Mansion /NCO
bounded by Lehigh Avenue, 29th Street, Sedgley Avenue, Montgomery Avenue,
Conrail Right-Of-Way, Oxford Street, and 33rd Street, under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200613, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200654: An Ordinance Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter
into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in
City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obligate payment for delivery of
such energy supplies in future fiscal years, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
Bill No. 200573: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 19-1300 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Real Estate Taxes,” by clarifying definitions and process regarding
qualification for certain tax abatements based on tax delinquency, 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. 200573.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
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Bill No. 200624: An Ordinance Approving a Second Substantial Amendment to the
Annual Action Plan 2019-2020 to add $11,311,404 in Federal Coronavirus Aid,
Relief and Economic Security Act funding, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
Bill No. 200620, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations
for Fiscal Year 2021 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, the Grants Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, the Aviation Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, the Community Development Fund, certain or
all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Housing Trust Fund,
certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, to the General Fund,
certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Water Residual
Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Aviation
Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Grants
Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the
Community Development Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions, and the Housing Trust Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions.
COUNCILMEMBER QUIÑONES SÁNCHEZ MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
SO AS TO PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200620, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200621: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year
2020 from the General Fund from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions, the Grants Revenue Fund from certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, and the Water Fund from certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, to the General Fund to certain or all City
offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Water Fund from certain or all
City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
COUNCILMEMBER QUIÑONES SÁNCHEZ MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
SO AS TO PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200621.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
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THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200622: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 200285 (Approved June 26,
2020), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years
2021-2026 inclusive.”
COUNCILMEMBER QUIÑONES SÁNCHEZ MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
SO AS TO PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200622.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200623: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 200286 (Approved June 26,
2020), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2021 Capital Budget.”
COUNCILMEMBER QUIÑONES SÁNCHEZ MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL
SO AS TO PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200623.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON LAW AND GOVERNMENT
Bill No. 200413: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-1130 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Unlawful Credit Screening Practices in Employment,” by revising restrictions,
under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200413.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200541, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 21-1500 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Boards and Commissions - Public Deliberations,” to
require recording or transcription of certain meetings and provision to the public of
access to such recordings and transcriptions; all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200541, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200557, as amended: An Ordinance Adding a new Chapter 9-5300 to The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Travel and Hospitality Worker Recall and Retention,” to
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require that certain laid-off employees in certain hospitality and travel-related industries
are offered job positions as they become available, all under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200557, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200559: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-2300 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Protection of Displaced Contract Workers,” by clarifying definitions
and scope of applicability, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200559.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200563: An Ordinance Adding a new Chapter 9-5400 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Retention of Hotel Workers,” to require that hotel employees receive
notice of changes in hotel ownership or control, and providing related employment
protections, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200563.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200614: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-1130 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Unlawful Credit Screening Practices in Employment,” by revising conditions
on the use of credit information for adverse employment actions, under certain terms
and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200614.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND PUBLIC WORKS
Bill No. 200619: An Ordinance Authorizing the Chief Executive Officer of
Philadelphia International Airport, the Director of Commerce, the Commissioner of
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Public Property, the Streets Commissioner and the Water Commissioner, or any or all
of them, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a nonexclusive license
agreement with the owner of 6900 Essington Avenue, 6902 Essington Avenue and
6904 Essington Avenue, to allow for the continued use of a utility corridor and related
improvements through property owned by the City of Philadelphia bounded
approximately by the southern boundary of 6900 Essington Avenue and continuing to
the northern boundary of the Fort Mifflin Terminal Complex on Hog Island Road in
Philadelphia and Delaware counties, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER HENON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200619.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES
Bill No. 200085: An Ordinance Establishing a no parking regulation on Kingsessing
Avenue, from Cemetery Avenue to South 62nd Street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200085.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200086: An Ordinance Establishing a no parking regulation in the vicinity of
Cemetery and Kingsessing Avenues.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200086.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200257: An Ordinance Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on
certain portions of Manton Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200257.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200542, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing DSW1, LLC d/b/a Nifty
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Fifty’s (“Owner”) to install, own, and maintain a proposed sidewalk café at 2700
South 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (“Property”), all under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200542, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200543, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing Stephen Garafolo
(“Owner”) to construct, own, and maintain a proposed exterior stairway at 3000 South
15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 (“Property”), all under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200543, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200575: An Ordinance Authorizing an encroachment in the nature of a
pedestrian staircase to directly access Green Lane Bridge in the vicinity of 1
Leverington Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200575.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200578: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a
portion of City Plan No. 46-S by striking from the City Plan and vacating Penrose
Ferry Road from Penrose Avenue to its terminus northeastwardly therefrom and
reserving and placing on the City Plan a right-of-way for various public utility purposes
within the lines of Penrose Ferry Road being stricken and authorizing acceptance of the
grant to the City of the said right-of-way being reserved, under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200578.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
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Bill No. 200595, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and
grades on portions of City Plan Nos. 32-S, 33-S, 40-S, 47-S, 48-S, and 53-S by
placing on the City Plan Frances Harper Drive from Passyunk Avenue to Penrose
Avenue, Pollock Street from South 26th Street to Frances Harper Drive, Schuylkill
Avenue from Passyunk Avenue extending northwesterly and northeasterly to a
cul-de-sac, and Forten Way from Vare Avenue extending southwesterly to a
cul-de-sac, including the dedication to the City of the said beds of Frances Harper
Drive, Pollock Street, Schuylkill Avenue and Forten Way.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200595, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200596, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and
grades on a portion of City Plan Nos. 32-S, 33-S, 40-S, 46-S, 47-S, and 53-S by
relocating the existing curblines and houselines along the southern side of West
Passyunk Avenue at its intersection with South 28th Street and Passyunk Avenue
Service Road (aka Frontage Road), along both sides of Passyunk Avenue Service
Road (aka Frontage Road) at its intersections with Frances Harper Drive, along the
western side of 26th Street and center median of South 26th Street at its intersections
with Pollock Street and Penrose Avenue, along both sides of the northwesterly Service
Road of Penrose Avenue (aka Lanier Avenue), along the northern side of Penrose
Avenue and center median of Penrose Avenue at its intersection with the northwesterly
Service Road of Penrose Avenue (aka Lanier Avenue) and 26th Street to
accommodate various intersection improvements, and placing on the City Plan an
extension of Passyunk Avenue Service Road (aka Frontage Road) from a point
approximately 530 feet east of the Pierhead and Bulkhead Line to Schuylkill Avenue,
all under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to the City of the beds
of all widened portions of the aforementioned streets.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200596, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200597, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the paving of Frances
Harper Drive from Passyunk Avenue to Penrose Avenue, Pollock Street from South
26th Street to Frances Harper Drive, Schuylkill Avenue from Passyunk Avenue
extending northwesterly and northeasterly to a cul-de-sac, and Forten Way from Vare
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Avenue extending southwesterly to a cul-de-sac, under certain terms and conditions.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200598, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the striking from City Plan
Nos. 40-S, 47-S, and 48-S and abandonment of a certain right-of-way reserved for
drainage purposes, located along the former Hartranft Street, west of 26th Street, and
extending westwardly therefrom to the Schuylkill River, under certain terms and
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200598, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200626: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a
portion of City Plan No. 238 by relocating the southeasterly houseline and curbline of
Christopher Columbus Boulevard, from Washington Avenue to Christian Street,
thereby creating a more uniform right-of-way width and continuous footway area for
said Christopher Columbus Boulevard from Washington Avenue to Christian Street,
placing on the City Plan an irregularly-shaped area at the terminus of said Washington
Avenue, east of Christopher Columbus Boulevard, reserving and placing on the City
Plan a right-of-way for various utility purposes within the portion of Christopher
Columbus Boulevard being stricken, and plotting upon the City Plan a right-of-way for
drainage purposes extending from the said terminus of Washington Avenue to the
Delaware River, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200626.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200657: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 010267, entitled “Establishing a
no truck parking regulation on Lancaster avenue, from Fifty-second street to
Sixty-third street, both sides” to include and establish tow-away regulations for trucks
on Lancaster avenue, from Fifty-second street to Sixty-third street, both sides, all
under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200657.
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THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200658: An Ordinance Authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the
intersection of Upland Way and Berks Street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200658.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200659: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck park regulation on Parkside
Avenue, both sides, from 50th Street to Belmont Avenue, 50th Street, both sides, from
Parkside Avenue to Jefferson Street, Jefferson Street, both sides, from 50th Street to
its terminus and 49th Street, both sides from Parkside Avenue to Jefferson Street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200659.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200660: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck park regulation on Henry
Avenue, both sides, from Allegheny Avenue to Abbotsford Avenue.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200660.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200661: An Ordinance Authorizing encroachments in the nature of structural
artwork consisting of metal manhole covers and traffic signs located in the vicinity of
6200 Osage Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143, and authorizing the City of Philadelphia
to accept ownership of such encroachments, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200661.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200663: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Bicycle Lanes,” by authorizing the Department of Streets to designate a
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bicycle lane, in the southbound direction, on North 8th Street, from Vine Street to
Race Street, and to remove a travel lane, in the southbound direction, on North 8th
Street, from Vine Street to Race Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200663.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY
Bill No. 200479, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-3500 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards,” by amending
definitions, revising restrictions, and amending and clarifying remedies, all under certain
terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER JONES MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200479, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200593, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10-2000 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use of Three-Dimensional Printer to Manufacture
Firearms,” to change the Chapter title, to add definitions, to add additional prohibitions
on use of three-dimensional printers, to impose prohibitions relating to the transfer, use,
or conversion of unfinished firearms and certain equipment, the manufacture of
firearms, and to prescribe additional penalties for violations of this Chapter; all under
certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER JONES MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200593, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON HOUSING, NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
AND THE HOMELESS
Bill No. 200616, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-800 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Landlord and Tenant,” to address matters related to the
landlord and tenant relationship during the novel coronavirus of 2019 pandemic,
including but not limited to periods of applicability of various provisions, such as the
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applicable period of the eviction diversion program, and time frames applicable to
qualification for certain provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER GAUTHIER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 200616, 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. 200366: An Ordinance Amending Section 19-1303(4) of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Authorization to Offer Exemption from Real Estate Taxes on New
Construction of Residential Properties,” by modifying the start date of certain changes
to tax abatements with respect to new residential construction, all under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200556, as amended: An Ordinance Providing for a payment to the City
upon the construction of certain real estate, and directing Council to appropriate
revenues from such payments to the Department of Planning and Development -
Division of Housing and Community Development, in order to support equitable
neighborhood development by constructing affordable housing, including units for sale
or rent; providing assistance to Philadelphians who desire to become homeowners;
providing opportunities for workforce development and apprenticeship; and requiring
M/W/DBE participation goals, including monitoring and enforcement, all under certain
terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200653, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 19-1300 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Real Estate Taxes,” by modifying the amount of certain tax
abatements, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200516, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by creating an overlay district
entitled “/WYN, Wynnefield Overlay District,” to include certain areas of land
within the area bounded by City Avenue, Bryn Mawr Avenue, Parkside Avenue,
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53rd Street, Jefferson Street, Upland Way, and Drexel Road, under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200571: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by
Diamond Street, 11th Street, Norris Street, and Marvine Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200576: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by revising and
clarifying certain provisions, and making related changes, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200577: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14-200, entitled
“Definitions” and Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the
provisions of the /WWO Wissahickon Watershed Overlay; all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200592, as amended: An Ordinance Amending the Philadelphia Zoning
Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within the
area bounded by Wissahickon Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, Fox Street, and
Roberts Avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200601, 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 “/HVO, Haverford Village
Overlay District”; and amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wallace Street,
36th Street, Mount Vernon Street, and 37th Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
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Bill No. 200602, 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 “/TSO, 30th Street
Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Section 14-702, entitled “Floor
Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses”; and amending the Philadelphia
Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located
within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 30th Street, Walnut Street, and 31st
Lower Level Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200604, as amended: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning
Maps by changing the zoning designation of certain areas of the land located within an
area bounded by Byberry Road, Woodhaven Road, the Poquessing Creek, and
adjacent land south of Franklin Mills Circle.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200613, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by creating a new Strawberry Mansion /NCO
bounded by Lehigh Avenue, 29th Street, Sedgley Avenue, Montgomery Avenue,
Conrail Right-Of-Way, Oxford Street, and 33rd Street, under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200654: An Ordinance Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter
into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in
City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obligate payment for delivery of
such energy supplies in future fiscal years, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200573: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 19-1300 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Real Estate Taxes,” by clarifying definitions and process regarding
qualification for certain tax abatements based on tax delinquency, all under certain
terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200624: An Ordinance Approving a Second Substantial Amendment to the
Annual Action Plan 2019-2020 to add $11,311,404 in Federal Coronavirus Aid,
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Relief and Economic Security Act funding, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200620, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations
for Fiscal Year 2021 from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, the Grants Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, the Aviation Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, the Community Development Fund, certain or
all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Housing Trust Fund,
certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, to the General Fund,
certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Water Residual
Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Aviation
Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the Grants
Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions, the
Community Development Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions, and the Housing Trust Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200621: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year
2020 from the General Fund from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions, the Grants Revenue Fund from certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, and the Water Fund from certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions, to the General Fund to certain or all City
offices, departments, boards and commissions, and the Water Fund from certain or all
City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200622: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 200285 (Approved June 26,
2020), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years
2021-2026 inclusive.”
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200623: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 200286 (Approved June 26,
2020), entitled “An Ordinance to adopt a Fiscal 2021 Capital Budget.”
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
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Bill No. 200413: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-1130 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Unlawful Credit Screening Practices in Employment,” by revising restrictions,
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200541, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 21-1500 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Boards and Commissions - Public Deliberations,” to
require recording or transcription of certain meetings and provision to the public of
access to such recordings and transcriptions; all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200557, as amended: An Ordinance Adding a new Chapter 9-5300 to The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Travel and Hospitality Worker Recall and Retention,” to
require that certain laid-off employees in certain hospitality and travel-related industries
are offered job positions as they become available, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200559: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-2300 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Protection of Displaced Contract Workers,” by clarifying definitions
and scope of applicability, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200563: An Ordinance Adding a new Chapter 9-5400 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Retention of Hotel Workers,” to require that hotel employees receive
notice of changes in hotel ownership or control, and providing related employment
protections, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200614: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-1130 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Unlawful Credit Screening Practices in Employment,” by revising conditions
on the use of credit information for adverse employment actions, under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200619: An Ordinance Authorizing the Chief Executive Officer of
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Philadelphia International Airport, the Director of Commerce, the Commissioner of
Public Property, the Streets Commissioner and the Water Commissioner, or any or all
of them, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into a nonexclusive license
agreement with the owner of 6900 Essington Avenue, 6902 Essington Avenue and
6904 Essington Avenue, to allow for the continued use of a utility corridor and related
improvements through property owned by the City of Philadelphia bounded
approximately by the southern boundary of 6900 Essington Avenue and continuing to
the northern boundary of the Fort Mifflin Terminal Complex on Hog Island Road in
Philadelphia and Delaware counties, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200085: An Ordinance Establishing a no parking regulation on Kingsessing
Avenue, from Cemetery Avenue to South 62nd Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200086: An Ordinance Establishing a no parking regulation in the vicinity of
Cemetery and Kingsessing Avenues.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200257: An Ordinance Regulating the direction of movement of traffic on
certain portions of Manton Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200542, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing DSW1, LLC d/b/a Nifty
Fifty’s (“Owner”) to install, own, and maintain a proposed sidewalk café at 2700
South 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (“Property”), all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200543, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing Stephen Garafolo
(“Owner”) to construct, own, and maintain a proposed exterior stairway at 3000 South
15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 (“Property”), all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200575: An Ordinance Authorizing an encroachment in the nature of a
pedestrian staircase to directly access Green Lane Bridge in the vicinity of 1
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Leverington Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200578: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a
portion of City Plan No. 46-S by striking from the City Plan and vacating Penrose
Ferry Road from Penrose Avenue to its terminus northeastwardly therefrom and
reserving and placing on the City Plan a right-of-way for various public utility purposes
within the lines of Penrose Ferry Road being stricken and authorizing acceptance of the
grant to the City of the said right-of-way being reserved, under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200595, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and
grades on portions of City Plan Nos. 32-S, 33-S, 40-S, 47-S, 48-S, and 53-S by
placing on the City Plan Frances Harper Drive from Passyunk Avenue to Penrose
Avenue, Pollock Street from South 26th Street to Frances Harper Drive, Schuylkill
Avenue from Passyunk Avenue extending northwesterly and northeasterly to a
cul-de-sac, and Forten Way from Vare Avenue extending southwesterly to a
cul-de-sac, including the dedication to the City of the said beds of Frances Harper
Drive, Pollock Street, Schuylkill Avenue and Forten Way.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200596, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and
grades on a portion of City Plan Nos. 32-S, 33-S, 40-S, 46-S, 47-S, and 53-S by
relocating the existing curblines and houselines along the southern side of West
Passyunk Avenue at its intersection with South 28th Street and Passyunk Avenue
Service Road (aka Frontage Road), along both sides of Passyunk Avenue Service
Road (aka Frontage Road) at its intersections with Frances Harper Drive, along the
western side of 26th Street and center median of South 26th Street at its intersections
with Pollock Street and Penrose Avenue, along both sides of the northwesterly Service
Road of Penrose Avenue (aka Lanier Avenue), along the northern side of Penrose
Avenue and center median of Penrose Avenue at its intersection with the northwesterly
Service Road of Penrose Avenue (aka Lanier Avenue) and 26th Street to
accommodate various intersection improvements, and placing on the City Plan an
extension of Passyunk Avenue Service Road (aka Frontage Road) from a point
approximately 530 feet east of the Pierhead and Bulkhead Line to Schuylkill Avenue,
all under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to the City of the beds
of all widened portions of the aforementioned streets.
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THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200597, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the paving of Frances
Harper Drive from Passyunk Avenue to Penrose Avenue, Pollock Street from South
26th Street to Frances Harper Drive, Schuylkill Avenue from Passyunk Avenue
extending northwesterly and northeasterly to a cul-de-sac, and Forten Way from Vare
Avenue extending southwesterly to a cul-de-sac, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200598, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing the striking from City Plan
Nos. 40-S, 47-S, and 48-S and abandonment of a certain right-of-way reserved for
drainage purposes, located along the former Hartranft Street, west of 26th Street, and
extending westwardly therefrom to the Schuylkill River, under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200626: An Ordinance Authorizing the revision of lines and grades on a
portion of City Plan No. 238 by relocating the southeasterly houseline and curbline of
Christopher Columbus Boulevard, from Washington Avenue to Christian Street,
thereby creating a more uniform right-of-way width and continuous footway area for
said Christopher Columbus Boulevard from Washington Avenue to Christian Street,
placing on the City Plan an irregularly-shaped area at the terminus of said Washington
Avenue, east of Christopher Columbus Boulevard, reserving and placing on the City
Plan a right-of-way for various utility purposes within the portion of Christopher
Columbus Boulevard being stricken, and plotting upon the City Plan a right-of-way for
drainage purposes extending from the said terminus of Washington Avenue to the
Delaware River, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200657: An Ordinance Amending Bill No. 010267, entitled “Establishing a
no truck parking regulation on Lancaster avenue, from Fifty-second street to
Sixty-third street, both sides” to include and establish tow-away regulations for trucks
on Lancaster avenue, from Fifty-second street to Sixty-third street, both sides, all
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200658: An Ordinance Authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the
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intersection of Upland Way and Berks Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200659: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck park regulation on Parkside
Avenue, both sides, from 50th Street to Belmont Avenue, 50th Street, both sides, from
Parkside Avenue to Jefferson Street, Jefferson Street, both sides, from 50th Street to
its terminus and 49th Street, both sides from Parkside Avenue to Jefferson Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200660: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck park regulation on Henry
Avenue, both sides, from Allegheny Avenue to Abbotsford Avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200661: An Ordinance Authorizing encroachments in the nature of structural
artwork consisting of metal manhole covers and traffic signs located in the vicinity of
6200 Osage Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143, and authorizing the City of Philadelphia
to accept ownership of such encroachments, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200663: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Bicycle Lanes,” by authorizing the Department of Streets to designate a
bicycle lane, in the southbound direction, on North 8th Street, from Vine Street to
Race Street, and to remove a travel lane, in the southbound direction, on North 8th
Street, from Vine Street to Race Street, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200479, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-3500 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards,” by amending
definitions, revising restrictions, and amending and clarifying remedies, all under certain
terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200593, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10-2000 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use of Three-Dimensional Printer to Manufacture
Firearms,” to change the Chapter title, to add definitions, to add additional prohibitions
on use of three-dimensional printers, to impose prohibitions relating to the transfer, use,
or conversion of unfinished firearms and certain equipment, the manufacture of
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firearms, and to prescribe additional penalties for violations of this Chapter; all under
certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 200616, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-800 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Landlord and Tenant,” to address matters related to the
landlord and tenant relationship during the novel coronavirus of 2019 pandemic,
including but not limited to periods of applicability of various provisions, such as the
applicable period of the eviction diversion program, and time frames applicable to
qualification for certain provisions, 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 3, 2020:
Name and Comment Subject
Jihad Ali (200588, 200589, and 200590)
Duncan Gronko (200666)
Timothy Leonard (200666)
Lena Smith (200666)
Jonathan Leibovic (200666)
Lynn Robinson) (200666)
Meenal Raval (200666)
Kendra Mohr (200666)
Julian Boggs (200666)
Amy Steffen (200425-A)
Thakiyah Yankowy (200425-A)
Drew Toher (200425-A)
Dr. Francie Rubin (200425-A)
Michaela Majoun (200425-A)
Logan Weld (200425-A)
Dr. Naomi Johnson Booker (200580)
Larry Jones (200580)
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See Notes of Testimony for full 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 5 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 your comments are for, or against, 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.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
Resolution No. 200491-AA, as amended: Resolution Calling on the Kenney
administration to develop a plan to be more inclusive of City Council when creating and
implementing emergency public safety measures and restrictions.
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THE RESOLUTION WAS READ.
COUNCILMEMBER OH MOVED TO AMEND BILL NO. 200491-A. (SEE FILE).
COUNCILMEMBER OH MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE AMENDMENT.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE AMENDMENT TO BILL NO. 200491-A WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200491-AA, as amended: Resolution Calling on the Kenney
administration to develop a plan to be more inclusive of City Council when creating and
implementing emergency public safety measures and restrictions.
THE RESOLUTION WAS AMENDED.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ORDERED PLACED ON FINAL PASSAGE CALENDAR FOR NEXT
MEETING..
Resolution No. 200664: Resolution Recognizing and honoring the dedicated and
loyal service of Marcel S. Pratt, Esquire.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200666: Resolution Declaring the intent to prioritize climate action
and environmental justice in the ongoing COVID-19 recovery effort.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200668: Resolution Recognizing Thursday, November 19, 2020 as
Children's Grief Awareness Day and honoring the work of Uplift Center for Grieving
Children to meet the emotional needs of grieving children in the City of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200669: Resolution Honoring and expressing gratitude to the
University of Pennsylvania for pledging one hundred million dollars to the School
District of Philadelphia over the next decade.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200670: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Ed Hurtt for his
work with youth in the community and for being awarded the 76ers Jr. NBA Coach of
the Year Award.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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Resolution No. 200671: Resolution Honoring and congratulating the Northeast High
School Boys Soccer team, on their successful 2019-2020 season and overall 12-1-1
record in the Philadelphia Public League.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200672: Resolution Proclaiming November as Lung Cancer
Awareness Month.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200132: Resolution Appointing Gosia Primavera to the Board of
Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200133: Resolution Appointing Valerie Lyons to the Board of
Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200134: Resolution Appointing Kathryn Bittner to the Board of
Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200135: Resolution Appointing Jonathan Dubrow to the Board of
Directors for the Old City Special Services District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200271: Resolution Appointing Jack Soloff to the Board of Directors
of the Center City District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200272: Resolution Reappointing Randall Scott to the Board of
Directors of the Center City District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200567: Resolution Appointing Angela Val to the Board of Directors
of the Center City District.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Bill No. 200162-A: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a buffered bicycle lane on
Spruce Street, from 2nd Street to 22nd Street and on Pine Street, from Front Street to
18th Street; 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. 200574-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 9 of The
Philadelphia Code to address matters related to commercial leases and provide
eviction and financial relief to restaurant businesses that operate on leased premises, 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. 200425-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 6 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Health Code,” by creating a new Chapter 6-1300 entitled
“Healthy Outdoor Public Spaces,” to promote a healthy environment that protects the
public from the risks of toxic herbicides by prohibiting their use on all city-owned or
used public grounds including but not limited to parks, trails, recreation centers, and
playgrounds; establishing reporting requirements; and establishing a private right of
action, 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. 200681: Resolution Authorizing the Committee on Licenses and
Inspections to hold hearings to evaluate current permitting procedures and to identify
ways to safely simplify the construction permitting process, with the ultimate goal of
accelerating the timely completion of commercial and residential projects.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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Resolution No. 200687: Resolution Authorizing the Committees on Public Safety and
Public Health and Human Services to hold joint hearings to examine the City’s
preparedness to respond to hospital bed needs of the public during public health
emergencies, and to explore “Plan B” locations for temporary hospital sites.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200688: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia City Council
Committee on Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs to hold public hearings
examining the feasibility of establishing a new Boys and Girls Club at Rose Playground.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200690: Resolution Authorizing the Committees on Public Safety and
Public Health and Human Services to conduct joint hearings to examine available
options for protecting Philadelphians in the Philadelphia jail system and the
Pennsylvania prison system from COVID-19
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 200699: Resolution Authorizing the Fiscal Stability and
Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee to hold hearings examining the economic
impact of the Coronavirus-related restrictions on Philadelphia’s restaurants and other
significantly affected businesses and to explore how these actions will impact the safety
of our citizenry and the City of Philadelphia’s Five-Year Financial Plan.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL
PASSAGE
Bill No. 200416, 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 Buckius Street (extended), the Delaware River, Orthodox Street
(extended), and Richmond 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. 200588-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 17 of The
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Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by amending Chapter
17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” to add disclosure requirements related to
prior contracting experience and the demographic characteristics of employees and
board members of contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for competitively
bid goods; and by adding reporting requirements; all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO AMEND BILL NO. 200588. (SEE FILE).
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE
AMENDMENT.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE AMENDMENT TO BILL NO. 200588 WAS ADOPTED.
Bill No. 200588-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 17 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by amending Chapter
17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” to add disclosure requirements related to
prior contracting experience and the demographic characteristics of employees and
board members of contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for competitively
bid goods; and by adding reporting requirements; all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS AMENDED.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON FINAL PASSAGE CALENDAR FOR NEXT MEETING..
Bill No. 200589-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17-100, entitled
“Procurement Contracts,” by adding requirements related to the provision of
information regarding the demographic characteristics of the employees of, and the
labor force used by, City contractors and subcontractors in the performance of work
under certain City contracts for competitively bid services, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO AMEND BILL NO. 200589. (SEE FILE).
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COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE
AMENDMENT.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE AMENDMENT TO BILL NO. 200589 WAS ADOPTED.
Bill No. 200589-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17-100, entitled
“Procurement Contracts,” by adding requirements related to the provision of
information regarding the demographic characteristics of the employees of, and the
labor force used by, City contractors and subcontractors in the performance of work
under certain City contracts for competitively bid services, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS AMENDED.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON FINAL PASSAGE CALENDAR FOR NEXT MEETING..
Bill No. 200590-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 17 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by amending Chapter
17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” and Chapter 17-1400, entitled
“Non-Competitively Bid Contracts; Financial Assistance,” to add disclosure
requirements related to prior contracting experience and the demographic
characteristics of employees, other sources of labor, and board members of
contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for public works, other competitively
bid services, and professional services, and by adding reporting requirements, all under
certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ.
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED TO AMEND BILL NO. 200590. (SEE FILE).
COUNCILMEMBER PARKER MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE
AMENDMENT.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE AMENDMENT TO BILL NO. 2005590 WAS ADOPTED.
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Bill No. 200590-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 17 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by amending Chapter
17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” and Chapter 17-1400, entitled
“Non-Competitively Bid Contracts; Financial Assistance,” to add disclosure
requirements related to prior contracting experience and the demographic
characteristics of employees, other sources of labor, and board members of
contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for public works, other competitively
bid services, and professional services, and by adding reporting requirements, all under
certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS AMENDED.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON FINAL PASSAGE CALENDAR FOR NEXT MEETING..
SPECIAL BUSINESS
SPEECHES
COUNCILMEMBER JONES MOVED TO ADJOURN
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
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City Council Calendar
Thursday, December 3, 2020
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 5 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 your comments are for, or against, 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.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
200491-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution calling on the Kenney administration to develop a plan to be more inclusive of City Council
when creating and implementing emergency public safety measures and restrictions.
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.
200580
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gym
Resolution calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to adopt House Bill 526, ending the use of
taxpayer funds to pay for cyber charter education when local school districts offer their own full-time
cyber school programs.
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200664
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Parker for Council President Clarke
Resolution recognizing and honoring the dedicated and loyal service of Marcel S. Pratt, Esquire.
200666
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson
Resolution declaring the intent to prioritize climate action and environmental justice in the ongoing
COVID-19 recovery effort.
200668
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Domb
Resolution recognizing Thursday, November 19, 2020 as Children's Grief Awareness Day and
honoring the work of Uplift Center for Grieving Children to meet the emotional needs of grieving
children in the City of Philadelphia.
200669
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Domb and Quiñones Sánchez
Resolution honoring and expressing gratitude to the University of Pennsylvania for pledging one
hundred million dollars to the School District of Philadelphia over the next decade.
200670
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas for Council President Clarke
Resolution honoring and congratulating Ed Hurtt for his work with youth in the community and for
being awarded the 76ers Jr. NBA Coach of the Year Award.
200671
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas
Resolution honoring and congratulating the Northeast High School Boys Soccer team, on their
successful 2019-2020 season and overall 12-1-1 record in the Philadelphia Public League.
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200672
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
Resolution proclaiming November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
200132
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill for Councilmember Squilla
Resolution appointing Gosia Primavera to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services
District.
200133
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill for Councilmember Squilla
Resolution appointing Valerie Lyons to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services
District.
200134
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill for Councilmember Squilla
Resolution appointing Kathryn Bittner to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services
District.
200135
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill for Councilmember Squilla (By Request)
Resolution appointing Jonathan Dubrow to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services
District.
200271
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Clarke
Resolution appointing Jack Soloff to the Board of Directors of the Center City District.
200272
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla for Council President Clarke
Resolution reappointing Randall Scott to the Board of Directors of the Center City District.
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200567
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
Resolution appointing Angela Val to the Board of Directors of the Center City District.
200162-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Squilla and Johnson
An Ordinance amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Designation of Bicycle
Lanes,” to authorize a buffered bicycle lane on Spruce Street, from 2nd Street to 22nd Street and on
Pine Street, from Front Street to 18th Street; all under certain terms and conditions.
200574-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Henon, Bass and Gym
An Ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code to address matters related to commercial
leases and provide eviction and financial relief to restaurant businesses that operate on leased
premises, all under certain terms and conditions.
200425-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Bass, Parker, Jones, Gilmore Richardson, Domb, Brooks,
Johnson and Gauthier
An Ordinance amending Title 6 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Health Code,” by creating a new
Chapter 6-1300 entitled “Healthy Outdoor Public Spaces,” to promote a healthy environment that
protects the public from the risks of toxic herbicides by prohibiting their use on all city-owned or used
public grounds including but not limited to parks, trails, recreation centers, and playgrounds;
establishing reporting requirements; and establishing a private right of action, all under certain terms
and conditions.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE
200189
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
An Ordinance amending Chapter 6-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Nuisance Health
Establishments,” by adding a definition for Supervised Injection Sites, creating a presumption that they
are Nuisance Health Establishments and establishing criteria to obtain the support of the community
by requiring a hearing before City Council.
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200389
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Henon
An Ordinance continuing the Mayfair Business Improvement District beyond its termination date, in an
area that generally includes both sides of Frankford Avenue from the north side of Harbison Avenue
to the south side of Sheffield Street and certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of
Frankford Avenue and for which the Mayfair Business Improvement District, Inc., a Pennsylvania
nonprofit corporation, is the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the
District; approving a plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their
estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District;
authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with Mayfair
Business Improvement District, Inc. relating to the District; and authorizing Mayfair Business
Improvement District, Inc. to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment
fee 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.
200416
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 Buckius Street (extended), the Delaware River,
Orthodox Street (extended), and Richmond Street.
200588
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker and Council President Clarke
An Ordinance amending Title 17 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by
amending Chapter 17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” to add disclosure requirements related
to prior contracting experience and the demographic characteristics of employees and board
members of contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for competitively bid goods; and by
adding reporting requirements; all under certain terms and conditions.
200589
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker and Council President Clarke
An Ordinance amending Chapter 17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” by adding requirements
related to the provision of information regarding the demographic characteristics of the employees of,
and the labor force used by, City contractors and subcontractors in the performance of work under
certain City contracts for competitively bid services, all under certain terms and conditions.
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CITY COUNCIL Calendar for Thursday, December 3, 2020
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INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Parker and Council President Clarke
An Ordinance amending Title 17 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Contracts and Procurement,” by
amending Chapter 17-100, entitled “Procurement Contracts,” and Chapter 17-1400, entitled
“Non-Competitively Bid Contracts; Financial Assistance,” to add disclosure requirements related to
prior contracting experience and the demographic characteristics of employees, other sources of
labor, and board members of contractors and subcontractors for City contracts for public works,
other competitively bid services, and professional services, and by adding reporting requirements, all
under certain terms and conditions.
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