CITY COUNCIL
Regular MeetingPhiladelphia, PA · October 28, 2021
Minutes
JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Thursday, October 28, 2021
PRESENT: 16 - Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones,
Council President Clarke, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks,
Gauthier, Gilmore Richardson and Thomas
EXCUSED: 1 - Councilmember Henon
Council met, a quorum being present.
Reverend Dr. Clarence Hester was introduced and offered an appropriate prayer.
COUNCILMEMBER SQUILLA MOVED TO APPROVE THE JOURNAL
of the meeting of October 21, 2021
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
Councilmember Parker requested leave of absence for
Councilmember Henon
THE REQUEST WAS GRANTED.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Sergeant-at-Arms presented messages from the Mayor as follows
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210681, 210682 and 210684,
which were passed by Council on October 14, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on
October 20, 2021. (File No. 210889)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
October 22, 2021
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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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. 210638
Bill No. 210667 - Approval with Amendments
Bill No. 210668 - Approval with Amendments
Bill No. 210686
Bill No. 210687
Bill No. 210741 - Not for approval
Bill No. 210742 - Not for approval
Bill No. 210744 - Not for approval
Bill No. 210778
Bill No. 210801
Bill No. 210807
Bill No. 210808 - Not for approval
Respectfully submitted,
JAMES F. KENNEY
Mayor..Body (File No. 210890)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting an ordinance amending Chapter 12-2900 of The Philadelphia Code
(“Contractor Parking”) to revise the requirements and limitations related to contractor
parking permits, all under certain terms and conditions. (File No. 210891)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting an ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022
from the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions, the Water Fund, certain or all City offices, departments, boards and
commissions and the Grants Revenue Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, to the General Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions and the Water Fund, certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions. (File No. 210892)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
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Transmitting an ordinance authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021
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, the Water Fund from certain or all City offices, departments,
boards and commissions, and the Aviation 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, the Water Fund to certain or all City
offices, departments, boards and commissions and the Aviation Fund to certain or all
City offices, departments, boards and commissions. (File No. 210893)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2505
Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of
Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. (File No. 210894)
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 Fourth 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. 210895)
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. 210896)
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 167 E. Lippincott Street, 508 E. Cambria Street and 3217 Shelbourne Street in
the Seventh Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the
Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee
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simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code.
(File No. 210897)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 210635 and 210636-A, which
were passed by Council on October 14, 2021, were signed by the Mayor on October
27, 2021. (File No. 210898)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Referred the following Bill for Council President Clarke,
Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Bill No. 210861: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain portions of land located within an area bounded by
Berks Street, Memphis Street, Wilt Street, and Tulip Street, all under certain terms and
conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON RULES.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 210871: Resolution Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee 75th
Anniversary of The Links, Incorporated.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 210872: Resolution Honoring the Oak Lane Youth Association on
the special occasion of its 50th Anniversary.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 210873: Resolution Congratulating Sonia Sanchez on winning the
Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, one of the country’s most prestigious and generous arts
honors.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
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Bill No. 210862: An Ordinance Amending Section 17-111, entitled “Energy
Efficiency and Environmental Design in Construction of Buildings,” to update
requirements and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 210874: Resolution Also naming the 2400 block of W. Indiana
Avenue as “Reverend Dr. A. W. Dock Way,” in honor of Reverend Dr. Albert Wilson
Dock, to commemorate his legacy as a preacher, teacher, and evangelist.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 210875: Resolution Also naming the 4300 block of Tower Street as
“Josie D. Heard AMEC Way,” in honor of Josie D. Heard, to commemorate her
legacy as an educator, author, hymnist, and as the namesake of the Josie D. Heard
African Methodist Episcopal Church in the Manayunk neighborhood of Philadelphia.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 210876: Resolution Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property
to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying
fee simple title to 3119 N. 35th Street in the Fourth 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.
Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by
Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez:
Bill No. 210863: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by
Huntingdon Street, Howard Street, Susquehanna Avenue, American Street, Jefferson
Street, and 6th Street.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON RULES.
Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Quiñones Sánchez:
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Resolution No. 210877: Resolution Appointing Maria González to the Board of
Directors of the Philadelphia Land Bank.
Councilmember Green Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Green:
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 REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE.
Councilmember Green Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Green:
Resolution No. 210878: Resolution Recognizing November as Epilepsy Awareness
Month.
Councilmember Green Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Green:
Resolution No. 210879: Resolution Recognizing and celebrating Women’s
Community Revitalization Project on the 35th Anniversary of the organization’s
incorporation.
Councilmember Gauthier Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gauthier:
Resolution No. 210880: Resolution Memorializing and honoring the life of the late
Walter Wallace, Jr., and recognizing the adoption of police reforms inspired by his
death and the activism in his name.
Councilmember Thomas Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmembers Thomas and Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 210881: Resolution Authorizing the Committee of Global
Opportunities and Creative/Innovative Economy to hold hearings to receive the report
of the Arts and Culture task force formed by the committee, to learn about its findings
and the actions thus far taken, and to review the impact of this work on the vital arts
and culture sector in 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. 210882: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Philadelphia Native,
Kahleah Copper, as the Champion of the Week for being named WNBA Finals MVP
and winning the WNBA title.
Councilmember O'Neill Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
O'Neill:
Bill No. 210865: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-514 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District,” to prohibit eligibility for floor area,
height, and dwelling unit bonuses and to increase minimum parking requirements, all
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON RULES.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
Bill No. 210866: An Ordinance Adding new subsections to Sections 12-102,
12-906.2, and 12-914 of The Philadelphia Code, allowing for the establishment of
programs, by regulation, for use of loading zone parking spaces and metered parking
spaces in innovative ways, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
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 REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
Bill No. 210868: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9-4900 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Prohibition on Use of Certain Bags By Retail Establishments,” to
further define the term single-use plastic bag and add reporting provisions, all under
certain terms and conditions.
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THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LICENSES AND INSPECTIONS.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
Bill No. 210869: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-525 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/SNM, South Ninth Street Market Overlay District,” to clarify existing
provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON RULES.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
Squilla:
Bill No. 210870: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10-400 of The Philadelphia Code
(“Noise and Excessive Vibration”) to establish a prohibition on loud noise emanating
from a motor vehicle and to add a section authorizing use of an automated system for
determining violations of that prohibition, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES.
Councilmember Squilla Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Squilla:
Resolution No. 210883: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to
dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance
with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 210884: Resolution Honoring the life and legacy of Colin L. Powell
for his exemplary and outstanding service to the United States as a trailblazing military
general, statesman, and public servant.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 210885: Resolution Recognizing October 2021 as Down Syndrome
Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 210886: Resolution Designating October 1st as “Latin American
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Entrepreneur Day” in recognition of the successful “Latin America Thrives in
Philadelphia” event.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 210887: Resolution Recognizing, congratulating, and thanking the
United States Marine Corps on the occasion of its 246th Anniversary.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 210888: Resolution Recognizing the Ukrainian Federation of
America on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
COMMITTEE ON RULES
Bill No. 210549: An Ordinance Approving an amendment to the Articles of
Incorporation of the City Avenue Special Services District of Philadelphia and Lower
Merion to extend the term of existence of the District to December 31, 2042.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210549.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210634, as amended: An Ordinance To amend the Master Plan for the
University of Pennsylvania by areas of land located within an area bounded by
Guardian Drive, East Service Drive, Civic Center Boulevard, 34th Street, 33rd Street,
Walnut Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, and University Avenue.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210634, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210637: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14-800, entitled
“Parking and Loading,” pertaining to parking requirements for uses in historically
designated properties, 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. 210637.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210638: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 11th
Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, to amend Title 14 of The
Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-531, entitled "/SMH, South Philadelphia
Municipal Hub Overlay District,” and making other related changes, and approving the
Residential Mixed-Use-2 District (RMX-2) Master Plan for the site generally bounded
by 11th Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, 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. 210638.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210667, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-529 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to prohibit certain
bonuses, 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. 210667, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210668: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-504 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by expanding the
existing Strawberry Mansion /NCO area to include an area bounded by Lehigh
Avenue, 29th Street, and Sedgley Avenue, 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. 210668.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210687: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by
Trenton Avenue, Cambria Street, Tulip Street, and William Street.
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COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210687.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210742, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-502 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District”, by amending certain
height regulations and creating bulk and massing controls within the Benjamin Franklin
Parkway Area, 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. 210742, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210778, as amended: 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.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PRINTED AND PLACED ON NEXT FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210808, 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 Oxford Avenue, Shelmire Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue (extended),
Solly Avenue (extended), the County Line, Borbeck Avenue, Hasbrook Avenue, and
Hartel Avenue.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210808, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Bill No. 210632: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Economic Opportunity Plans,” by establishing new definitions and
clarifying the manner in which credit is given for M/W/DSBE participation, all under
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certain terms and conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER GAUTHIER MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210632.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210671, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions”, by adding a new
Chapter requiring certain businesses or professions provide disclosures regarding
tangled titles; 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. 210671, 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. 210549: An Ordinance Approving an amendment to the Articles of
Incorporation of the City Avenue Special Services District of Philadelphia and Lower
Merion to extend the term of existence of the District to December 31, 2042.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210634, as amended: An Ordinance To amend the Master Plan for the
University of Pennsylvania by areas of land located within an area bounded by
Guardian Drive, East Service Drive, Civic Center Boulevard, 34th Street, 33rd Street,
Walnut Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, and University Avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210637: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14-800, entitled
“Parking and Loading,” pertaining to parking requirements for uses in historically
designated properties, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210638: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
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the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 11th
Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, to amend Title 14 of The
Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-531, entitled "/SMH, South Philadelphia
Municipal Hub Overlay District,” and making other related changes, and approving the
Residential Mixed-Use-2 District (RMX-2) Master Plan for the site generally bounded
by 11th Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, all under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210667, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-529 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to prohibit certain
bonuses, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210668: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-504 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by expanding the
existing Strawberry Mansion /NCO area to include an area bounded by Lehigh
Avenue, 29th Street, and Sedgley Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210687: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by
Trenton Avenue, Cambria Street, Tulip Street, and William Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210742, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 14-502 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District”, by amending certain
height regulations and creating bulk and massing controls within the Benjamin Franklin
Parkway Area, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210808, 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 Oxford Avenue, Shelmire Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue (extended),
Solly Avenue (extended), the County Line, Borbeck Avenue, Hasbrook Avenue, and
Hartel Avenue.
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THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210632: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Economic Opportunity Plans,” by establishing new definitions and
clarifying the manner in which credit is given for M/W/DSBE participation, all under
certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210671, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions”, by adding a new
Chapter requiring certain businesses or professions provide disclosures regarding
tangled titles; 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 October 28, 2021
Name and Comment Subject
Queen Judith Robinson (210848)
Mary McNatt (210848)
Gavin Copa (210848)
Antoinette Murphy (210849)
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
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addressed
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resolution.
Speakers who submitted the above information within the
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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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JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Bills and resolutions on the Suspension Calendar.
Speeches by Councilmembers.
.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
Resolution No. 210851: Resolution Urging the U.S. Congress to maintain the
proposed $5 billion in funding for gun violence prevention and other community
violence interventions in the Build Back Better Act.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210852: Resolution Honoring Stephen K. Klasko upon the occasion
of his retirement as President and Chief Executive Officer of Thomas Jefferson
University (“Jefferson”) and congratulating him on his many accomplishments.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210853: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Champion of the
Week, student-athlete Donta Scott, on his book, “Wired Differently: My School
Journey” which helps young student-athletes and parents prepare for the recruitment
and school selection process.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210854: Resolution Honoring Counseling or Assistance Services
(CORA) for their semicentennial and their service to the City of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 210855: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to
dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance
with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Resolution No. 210857: Resolution Recognizing NE Phila Connected, a community
based non-profit organization, for piloting a catalytic convertor theft prevention
program in Northeast Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL
PASSAGE
Bill No. 210205: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9 of Subcode PM (“The
Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code”) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Additional Special Requirements,” to establish a program in which the City
may perform certain urgent repairs and bill the property owner; all under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 16 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, O'Neill, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore Richardson
and Thomas
Nays: 0
Resolution No. 210881: Resolution Authorizing the Committee of Global
Opportunities and Creative/Innovative Economy to hold hearings to receive the report
of the Arts and Culture task force formed by the committee, to learn about its findings
and the actions thus far taken, and to review the impact of this work on the vital arts
and culture sector 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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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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.
210849
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson
Resolution recognizing, honoring, and congratulating Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Omega Omega Chapter on its 95th Anniversary.
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210851
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution urging the U.S. Congress to maintain the proposed $5 billion in funding for gun violence
prevention and other community violence interventions in the Build Back Better Act.
210852
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Domb
Resolution honoring Stephen K. Klasko upon the occasion of his retirement as President and Chief
Executive Officer of Thomas Jefferson University (“Jefferson”) and congratulating him on his many
accomplishments.
210853
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas
Resolution honoring and congratulating Champion of the Week, student-athlete Donta Scott, on his
book, “Wired Differently: My School Journey” which helps young student-athletes and parents
prepare for the recruitment and school selection process.
210854
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember O'Neill
Resolution honoring Counseling or Assistance Services (CORA) for their semicentennial and their
service to the City of Philadelphia.
210855
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2505 Emerald Street located in the
1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
210857
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution recognizing NE Phila Connected, a community based non-profit organization, for piloting a
catalytic convertor theft prevention program in Northeast Philadelphia.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE
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200658
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones
An Ordinance authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Upland Way and
Berks Street.
210205
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Jones, Henon and Gauthier
An Ordinance amending Chapter 9 of Subcode PM (“The Philadelphia Property Maintenance
Code”) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Additional Special Requirements,” to establish a
program in which the City may perform certain urgent repairs and bill the property owner; all under
certain terms and conditions.
210881
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas
Resolution authorizing the Committee of Global Opportunities and Creative/Innovative Economy to
hold hearings to receive the report of the Arts and Culture task force formed by the committee, to
learn about its findings and the actions thus far taken, and to review the impact of this work on the
vital arts and culture sector in the City of Philadelphia.
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