CITY COUNCIL
Regular MeetingPhiladelphia, PA · March 3, 2022
Minutes
JOURNAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA
Thursday, March 3, 2022
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
Council met, a quorum being present.
Father Bill Waters of Saint Augustine Roman Catholic Church was introduced and offered an
appropriate prayer.
COUNCILMEMBER SQUILLA MOVED TO APPROVE THE JOURNAL
of the meeting of February 24, 2022.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Sergeant-at-Arms presented messages from the Mayor as follows:
February 25, 2022
TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PHILADELPHIA:
Pursuant to Sections 4-604 and 2-307 of the Home Rule Charter, I am today
transmitting to the Council the recommendation of the City Planning Commission on the
following bills:
Bill No. 220005
Bill No. 220052
Respectfully submitted,
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JAMES F. KENNEY
Mayor (File No. 220211)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a message advising Council that Bill Nos. 220001, 220002 and 220077,
which were passed by Council on February 24, 2022, were signed by the Mayor on
February 25, 2022. (File No. 220212)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to assign 2032 E.
Lehigh Avenue located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of
Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. (File No. 220213)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to
execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to 2609-27
Sears street, 3014-26 Wharton street, and 1308-14 S. 26th street located in the
Second Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth
Land Bank Act.. (File No. 220214)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to
execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to various
properties located in the Third Councilmanic District, including on the following streets:
Brandywine street, Olive street, Melon street, N. Shedwick street, Wallace street, N.
33rd street, and N. 35th street, pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth
Land Bank Act. (File No. 220215)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to
execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to various
properties located in the Fifth Councilmanic District, including on the following streets:
Monument street, N. Sydenham street, and N. 31st street, pursuant to the
requirements of the Commonwealth Land Bank Act. (File No. 220216)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting a resolution proposing an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule
Charter to create the Department of Aviation, to transfer the functions of certain City
agencies with respect to the operations of the City’s Airports to the newly-created
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Department and to provide for additional duties of the Department; and providing for
the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia. (File No. 220217)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting an ordinance providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the
City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create
the Department of Aviation, to transfer the functions of certain City agencies with
respect to the operations of the City’s airports to the newly-created Department and to
provide for additional duties of the Department, as approved by Resolution of the City
Council; fixing the date of a special election for such purpose; prescribing the form of
ballot question to be voted on; and, authorizing the appropriate officers to publish
notice and to make arrangements for the special election. (File No. 220218)
THE COMMUNICATION WAS READ AND FILED.
Transmitting an ordinance amending Section 11-505 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Sidewalk Paving and Other Improvements by Property Owners,” to authorize the
Streets Department to collect fees for costs incurred in reviewing plans for and
constructing ADA-compliant sidewalks, all under certain terms and conditions. (File
No. 220219)
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. 220186: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 21-1100 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Community Development,” by adding new provisions related to
workforce housing programs, amending the applicability period, and making other
technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LABOR AND CIVIL SERVICE.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 220191: Resolution Congratulating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on
her historic nomination to the Supreme Court of the United States and urging the U.S.
Senate to confirm her nomination.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
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Resolution No. 220192: Resolution Commending the City of Philadelphia Board of
Pensions and Retirement for their prudent actions over the years to increase the
Pension Fund’s actuarial funding ratio.
Councilmember Parker Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Parker:
Resolution No. 220193: Resolution Calling on Mayor James F. Kenney and his
administration to conduct an annual review of how the City’s elimination of the Rule of
Two has impacted workforce diversity in both hiring and promotion.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 220194: Resolution Celebrating Author Mollie Elkman and her
Children’s Book, The House That She Built, on the occasion of Women’s History
Month.
Councilmember Gilmore Richardson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final
Passage Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson:
Resolution No. 220195: Resolution Recognizing and supporting the accomplishments
of women and girls throughout history on the occasion of Women’s History Month.
Councilmember Jones Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Jones:
Resolution No. 220196: Resolution Recognizing and honoring Dr. Eydie Miller-Ellis
for her unwavering commitment to the advancement of the careers and goals of women
and minorities in the field of medicine.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Referred the following Bill for Council President Clarke,
Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Bill No. 220187: An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors
of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to
create the Department of Aviation, to transfer the functions of certain City agencies
with respect to the operations of the City’s airports to the newly-created Department
and to provide for additional duties of the Department, as approved by Resolution of
the City Council; fixing the date of a special election for such purpose; prescribing the
form of ballot question to be voted on; and, authorizing the appropriate officers to
publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.
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THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LAW AND GOVERNMENT.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Referred the following Resolution for Council President
Clarke, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 220197: Resolution Proposing an amendment to The Philadelphia
Home Rule Charter to create the Department of Aviation, to transfer the functions of
certain City agencies with respect to the operations of the City’s Airports to the
newly-created Department and to provide for additional duties of the Department; and
providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LAW AND GOVERNMENT.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 220198: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment
Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to
2609-27 Sears street, 3014-26 Wharton street, and 1308-14 S. 26th street located in
the Second Councilmanic District pursuant to the requirements of the Commonwealth
Land Bank Act.
Councilmember Johnson Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Johnson:
Resolution No. 220199: Resolution Honoring Reuben Jones, executive director of
Frontline Dads, for his dedicated leadership in promoting public safety and justice
reform in Philadelphia
Councilmember Green Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Green:
Resolution No. 220200: Resolution Calling upon the Pennsylvania General Assembly
and Governor Tom Wolf to raise or remove the cap on the amount of tax credits
available under the Film Production Tax Credit Program.
Councilmember Brooks Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution for Council President Clarke, Sponsored by Councilmembers Bass,
Domb, Gilmore Richardson, Gym, Gauthier, Green, Johnson, Oh, Thomas, Squilla, Jones, Parker
and Brooks:
Resolution No. 220201: Resolution Honoring and commemorating the life and
memory of Jennifer Bennetch and the impact of her housing activism on the City of
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Philadelphia.
Councilmember Domb Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Domb:
Resolution No. 220202: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Drexel University
President John Fry on his 2021 receipt of the William Penn Award from the Greater
Philadelphia Area Chamber of Commerce, and for his many contributions to Drexel
University, the local community, and the entire Philadelphia region.
Councilmember Gauthier Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by
Councilmember Gauthier:
Bill No. 220188: An Ordinance Authorizing the striking from City Plan No. 269 and
abandonment of a portion of a certain right-of-way for drainage purposes and water
main purposes in the vicinity of the northwesterly side of Civic Center Boulevard,
northeast of Osler Circle, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES.
Councilmember Gauthier Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Gauthier:
Resolution No. 220203: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment
Authority to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Land Bank deeds conveying title to
various properties located in the Third Councilmanic District, including on the following
streets: Brandywine street, Olive street, Melon street, N. Shedwick street, Wallace
street, N. 33rd street, and N. 35th street, pursuant to the requirements of the
Commonwealth Land Bank Act.
Councilmember Thomas Introduced and Referred the following Bill for Council President Clarke,
Sponsored by Councilmember Thomas:
Bill No. 220189: An Ordinance Amending Section 11-505 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Sidewalk Paving and Other Improvements by Property Owners,” to authorize
the Streets Department to collect fees for costs incurred in reviewing plans for and
constructing ADA-compliant sidewalks, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS REFFERED TO THE COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND SERVICES.
Councilmember Thomas Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage
Calendar the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Thomas:
Resolution No. 220204: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Champion of the
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Week NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle and Augustine Conte III for representing
Philadelphia in Beijing as the only Philadelphian reporters and photojournalists to cover
the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Councilmember O'Neill Introduced and Referred the following Bill, Sponsored by Councilmember
O'Neill:
Bill No. 220190: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10-700 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled "Refuse and Littering," by revising the annual fee for neighborhood
sanitation and cleaning services and exempting owner-occupied duplexes from the
annual neighborhood sanitation and cleaning services fee requirements; 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. 220205: Resolution Authorizing the conveyance of an interest in and
the assignment of the redevelopment agreement for 2032 Lehigh Avenue located in the
First Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-600 of The
Philadelphia Code as it pertains to dispositions of surplus property under Chapter
16-400 and 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
Councilmember Bass Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar
the following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Bass:
Resolution No. 220206: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to
dispose of 2919 N. 23rd Street located in the 8th 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. 220207: Resolution Recognizing Darrell K. Choates Sr. for his
ongoing success and contributions in fields of business and community development as
CEO of the Choates Family of Companies LLC.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 220208: Resolution Authorizing Council’s Committee on Streets and
Services and Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative
Economy to hold hearings on the Administration’s plan for public electric vehicle
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charging.
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 220209: Resolution Recognizing and commemorating the 500th
Anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines with the theme “Gifted to
Give.”
Councilmember Oh Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar the
following Resolution, Sponsored by Councilmember Oh:
Resolution No. 220210: Resolution Calling on the City of Philadelphia to terminate all
contracts and financial ties with Russian businesses and investments.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
COMMITTEE ON RULES
Bill No. 210807: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Penn
Street, Morris Street, Coulter Street, and Priscilla Street.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210807.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210829: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14-502, entitled “/
CTR, Center City Overlay District,” to create a new subarea of the Old City
Residential District, 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. 210829.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210957, as amended: An Ordinance To approve amendments to the
University of Pennsylvania Master Plan in the area bounded by Walnut Street, 34th
Street, Spruce Street, and 40th Street, related to the Graduate School of Education
building at 3700 Walnut 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. 210957, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220005, 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 Girard Avenue, 54th Street, Westminster Avenue, Haverford Avenue
and 56th Street.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 220005, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220076: An Ordinance Authorizing the Philadelphia Housing Authority to
acquire fee simple title to certain properties located in the vicinity of 9th Street to the
east, 11th Street to the west, Cumberland Street to the north, and Susquehanna
Avenue to the south, 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. 220076.
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. 210827: An Ordinance Authorizing an increase in the non-electoral
indebtedness of the City within the Pennsylvania constitutional limit; authorizing the
Bond Committee to sell bonds at public or private negotiated sale, to provide funds
toward various capital municipal purposes; providing for appropriations to the Sinking
Fund Commission for the payment of such bonds; and authorizing agreements to
provide credit or payment or liquidity sources for the bonds in connection with issuance
of the bonds, and certain other actions.
COUNCILMEMBER GREEN MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210827.
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. 220116, as amended: An Ordinance Approving the amendment of the
Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of
the Philadelphia Gas Works (including the supplying of funds in connection therewith)
subject to certain constraints and conditions, and acknowledging the receipt of the
Revised Forecast of Capital Budgets for Fiscal Years 2023 through 2027, as
amended.
COUNCILMEMBER GREEN MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 220116, AS AMENDED.
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. 220114, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations
for Fiscal Year 2022 from the General 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, the Water Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions and the Aviation 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. 220114, AS AMENDED.
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. 210478, as amended: An Ordinance Establishing a parking regulation in the
vicinity of: Frazier street and Spruce street; Ludlow street and S. 58th street; Yewdall
street and Larchwood avenue; Reinhard street and S. 47th street; S. 48th street and
Reinhard street; Baring street and N. 32nd street; Brandywine street and N. 34th
street; Hamilton street and N. 35th street; Haverford avenue and N. 32nd street;
Haverford Avenue and N. 40th street; Wallace street and N. 33rd street; Mandela
Way and N. 46th street; Mount Vernon street and N. 33rd street; Preston street and
Baring street; St. Malachys Way and N. 46th street; Spring Garden street and N. 40th
street; N. 31st street and Hamilton street; Sansom street and S. 49th street; S. 61st
street and Walnut street; Irving street and S. 51st street; Ruby street and Market
street; Pine street and S. 46th street; Mount Vernon street and N. 32nd street; N.
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42nd street and Baring street; and State street and Powelton avenue.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210478, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210800, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Parking Regulations and Penalties,” to add a new section entitled
“Parking for Qualified School Employees,” to provide parking for certain school
employees at certain locations; 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. 210800, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210801: An Ordinance Amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
170002) approved May 22, 2017, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing the revision of
lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 269 by relocating the easterly houseline
of University Avenue, from a point approximately five-hundred forty-five feet north of
Curie Boulevard to a point approximately two-hundred thirty-six feet further
northwardly therefrom, a variable distance eastwardly, thereby widening said
University Avenue, under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to the
City, without cost and free and clear of all encumbrances, of the bed of the said
widened portion of University Avenue,” by extending the period for compliance with
the terms and conditions stated therein.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210801.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210804: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Mentor street and Windrim avenue; Pelham road and Mower street.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210805: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Sulis street and N. 2nd street; Ashdale street and N. 4th street; Rittenhouse street to
Wissahickon street.
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COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210805.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210806: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Tioga street and N. 15th street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210806.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210828: An Ordinance Amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
170086) approved May 22, 2017, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing the revision of
lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 269 by relocating portions of the
houselines and curblines of Convention Avenue, from Thirty-Fourth Street to Health
Sciences Drive, and placing on the City Plan two rights-of-way for drainage purposes
within the vicinity of the intersection of Convention Avenue and Health Sciences Drive
and authorizing acceptance of the grant to the City of the said rights-of-way for
drainage purposes, all under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to
the City of the beds of the areas proposed to be placed on City Plan as portions of
Convention Avenue,” by extending the period for compliance with the terms and
conditions stated therein.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210828.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210927: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane, in the eastbound
direction, on Chestnut street from South 63rd street to South 45th street; and to
remove a travel lane on Chestnut street within the same limits; 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. 210927.
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. 210955: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on both
sides of N. Daggett Street from Callowhill Street to Vine Street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 210955.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 211019: An Ordinance Establishing no truck or trailer parking regulations on
N. 60th street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; N. 61st
street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; and W. Columbia
avenue between N. 60th street and N. 61st street, both sides.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 211019.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220045: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on both
sides of Overbrook Avenue from 64th Street to 66th Street.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 220045.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220053: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on Horning
Road from Roosevelt Boulevard to its terminus further northwestwardly therefrom.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMAS MOVED TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL SO AS TO
PERMIT CONSIDERATION THIS DAY OF BILL NO. 220053.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220111: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-215 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Streeteries,” to revise and add additional permitted locations, 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. 220111.
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. 220119: An Ordinance Authorizing an existing bulk window at 2519
Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, 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. 220119.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220143, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-215 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Streeteries,” to add additional permitted locations, 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. 220143, AS AMENDED.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220144: An Ordinance Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, by
amending Section 9-203 relating to Street Vendors, by prohibiting street vending on
certain portions of Market 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. 220144.
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
THE BILL WAS ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220145: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane on West Market
Street from 34th street to 30th street; and making associated changes to parking
regulations within the same limits; 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. 220145.
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
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Bill No. 210807: An Ordinance To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing
the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Penn
Street, Morris Street, Coulter Street, and Priscilla Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210829: An Ordinance Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled
“Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14-502, entitled “/
CTR, Center City Overlay District,” to create a new subarea of the Old City
Residential District, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210957, as amended: An Ordinance To approve amendments to the
University of Pennsylvania Master Plan in the area bounded by Walnut Street, 34th
Street, Spruce Street, and 40th Street, related to the Graduate School of Education
building at 3700 Walnut Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220005, 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 Girard Avenue, 54th Street, Westminster Avenue, Haverford Avenue
and 56th Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220076: An Ordinance Authorizing the Philadelphia Housing Authority to
acquire fee simple title to certain properties located in the vicinity of 9th Street to the
east, 11th Street to the west, Cumberland Street to the north, and Susquehanna
Avenue to the south, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210827: An Ordinance Authorizing an increase in the non-electoral
indebtedness of the City within the Pennsylvania constitutional limit; authorizing the
Bond Committee to sell bonds at public or private negotiated sale, to provide funds
toward various capital municipal purposes; providing for appropriations to the Sinking
Fund Commission for the payment of such bonds; and authorizing agreements to
provide credit or payment or liquidity sources for the bonds in connection with issuance
of the bonds, and certain other actions.
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THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220116, as amended: An Ordinance Approving the amendment of the
Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of
the Philadelphia Gas Works (including the supplying of funds in connection therewith)
subject to certain constraints and conditions, and acknowledging the receipt of the
Revised Forecast of Capital Budgets for Fiscal Years 2023 through 2027, as
amended.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220114, as amended: An Ordinance Authorizing transfers in appropriations
for Fiscal Year 2022 from the General 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, the Water Fund, certain or all City offices,
departments, boards and commissions and the Aviation 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. 210478, as amended: An Ordinance Establishing a parking regulation in the
vicinity of: Frazier street and Spruce street; Ludlow street and S. 58th street; Yewdall
street and Larchwood avenue; Reinhard street and S. 47th street; S. 48th street and
Reinhard street; Baring street and N. 32nd street; Brandywine street and N. 34th
street; Hamilton street and N. 35th street; Haverford avenue and N. 32nd street;
Haverford Avenue and N. 40th street; Wallace street and N. 33rd street; Mandela
Way and N. 46th street; Mount Vernon street and N. 33rd street; Preston street and
Baring street; St. Malachys Way and N. 46th street; Spring Garden street and N. 40th
street; N. 31st street and Hamilton street; Sansom street and S. 49th street; S. 61st
street and Walnut street; Irving street and S. 51st street; Ruby street and Market
street; Pine street and S. 46th street; Mount Vernon street and N. 32nd street; N.
42nd street and Baring street; and State street and Powelton avenue.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210800, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia
Code, entitled “Parking Regulations and Penalties,” to add a new section entitled
“Parking for Qualified School Employees,” to provide parking for certain school
employees at certain locations; all under certain terms and conditions.
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THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210801: An Ordinance Amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
170002) approved May 22, 2017, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing the revision of
lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 269 by relocating the easterly houseline
of University Avenue, from a point approximately five-hundred forty-five feet north of
Curie Boulevard to a point approximately two-hundred thirty-six feet further
northwardly therefrom, a variable distance eastwardly, thereby widening said
University Avenue, under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to the
City, without cost and free and clear of all encumbrances, of the bed of the said
widened portion of University Avenue,” by extending the period for compliance with
the terms and conditions stated therein.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210804: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Mentor street and Windrim avenue; Pelham road and Mower street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210805: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Sulis street and N. 2nd street; Ashdale street and N. 4th street; Rittenhouse street to
Wissahickon street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210806: An Ordinance Establishing parking regulations in the vicinity of:
Tioga street and N. 15th street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210828: An Ordinance Amending Section 2 of an Ordinance (Bill No.
170086) approved May 22, 2017, entitled “An Ordinance authorizing the revision of
lines and grades on a portion of City Plan No. 269 by relocating portions of the
houselines and curblines of Convention Avenue, from Thirty-Fourth Street to Health
Sciences Drive, and placing on the City Plan two rights-of-way for drainage purposes
within the vicinity of the intersection of Convention Avenue and Health Sciences Drive
and authorizing acceptance of the grant to the City of the said rights-of-way for
drainage purposes, all under certain terms and conditions, including the dedication to
the City of the beds of the areas proposed to be placed on City Plan as portions of
Convention Avenue,” by extending the period for compliance with the terms and
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conditions stated therein.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210927: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane, in the eastbound
direction, on Chestnut street from South 63rd street to South 45th street; and to
remove a travel lane on Chestnut street within the same limits; all under certain terms
and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 210955: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on both
sides of N. Daggett Street from Callowhill Street to Vine Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 211019: An Ordinance Establishing no truck or trailer parking regulations on
N. 60th street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; N. 61st
street between W. Oxford street and Clifford terrace, both sides; and W. Columbia
avenue between N. 60th street and N. 61st street, both sides.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220045: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on both
sides of Overbrook Avenue from 64th Street to 66th Street.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220053: An Ordinance Establishing a no truck parking regulation on Horning
Road from Roosevelt Boulevard to its terminus further northwestwardly therefrom.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220111: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-215 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Streeteries,” to revise and add additional permitted locations, all under certain
terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220119: An Ordinance Authorizing an existing bulk window at 2519
Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
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CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220143, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-215 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “Streeteries,” to add additional permitted locations, all
under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220144: An Ordinance Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, by
amending Section 9-203 relating to Street Vendors, by prohibiting street vending on
certain portions of Market Street; all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING
CALENDAR.
Bill No. 220145: An Ordinance Amending Section 12-701 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes,” to authorize a bicycle lane on West Market
Street from 34th street to 30th street; and making associated changes to parking
regulations within the same limits; 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 March 3, 2022
Name and Comment Subject
Glen Bryan (200155)
William Carter (200051-A)
Regina Harriston (200051-A)
Queen Judith Robinson (210848, 210170)
Susan Windel (210956)
David Backer (210956)
Nicole Levy (210956)
Erendira Zamacona Solano (220051)
Carly Pourzand (220051)
Bennett Warker (220051)
Charlie Simpson (220051)
Sarah Johnson (220051)
Jackie Wiggins (220051)
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Tureka Dixon (220170)
Nicole Fuller (220170)
Tanjan Hebron (220170)
Sue Hoffman (220171)
Michele Paxton (220171)
Eric Jenkins (220176)
Tony Abata (220176)
Lou O’Reilly (220176)
Sarah Giskin (220176)
Mary Adamson (220176)
Gail Loney (220177)
Marilyn Polite (220183)
Mr. Wardlaw (220183)
Romani Abney (220183)
See Notes of Testimony for full comment.
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Please note that this meeting will be held remotely using
Microsoft® Teams. This remote session may be viewed on
Xfinity Channel 64, Fios Channel 40 or
http://phlcouncil.com/watch-city-council/. Public comment may
be received with regard to those matters printed on the agenda
on the following pages. Speakers interested in participating in
public comment must call 215-686-3406 by 3 p.m. on the
Wednesday before the Council session and submit the
following information:
• Full name
• Callback telephone number where you can be reached
• Identify the bill number or resolution number that will be
addressed
• State whether you support or oppose that particular bill or
resolution.
Speakers who submitted the above information within the
required time frame will be telephoned during the council
session and invited to the remote meeting. They will have up to
three minutes to speak; the Council President, however,
reserves the right based on circumstances to establish a
different time limit. The Council President may also limit
repetitious comments or limit the scope of testimony to only
certain items on the agenda, which could affect callbacks for
public comment at the meeting.
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ORDER OF BUSINESS IN A COUNCIL SESSION
Note: Some items do not occur at every session:
Invocation.
Approval of the journal of the preceding meeting.
Requests by Councilmembers for permission to be absent from
the session.
Reading of communications from the Mayor.
Introduction of bills and resolutions (to be referred to
appropriate Committees of Council).
Reports from Committees of Council.
Special business.
Bills on first reading.
Public comment on bills and resolutions on the Second
Reading and Final Passage Calendars – titles are printed below.
Bills that Council passed but that need to be returned by the
Mayor for reconsideration.
Consideration of bills and resolutions on the Second Reading
and Final Passage Calendars.
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Bills and resolutions on the Suspension Calendar.
Speeches by Councilmembers.
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON FINAL PASSAGE
Resolution No. 220169: Resolution Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to
dispose of 809 W. Firth Street and 2955 N. 8th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic
District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220170: Resolution Declaring March 6 -13, 2022, during Women’s
History Month, as Women in Construction (WIC) Week in the City of Philadelphia,
and honoring Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) for their commitment to
support, increase, and advance the participation of women in construction,
manufacturing, and transit careers in the Philadelphia region.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220171: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Philadelphia native
Arthur “Art” McNally, for his career’s astounding impact on modern football officiating
and his revolutionary induction into the Pro-Football Hall of Fame as the first ever
on-field official to be enshrined.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220172: Resolution Recognizing and honoring former Philadelphia
Eagles coach Richard Albert “Dick” Vermeil for his distinguished 15-year NFL
coaching career and congratulating him on being inducted into the National Football
Hall of Fame in 2022.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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Resolution No. 220173: Resolution Honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend
Bob Saget, a Philadelphia native and Temple University graduate, on the occasion of
his passing.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220174: Resolution Recognizing Philadelphia’s own DJ Diamond
Kutz for her selection as a co-host of the upcoming reboot of the seminal television
program, “Yo! MTV Raps”.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220175: Resolution Recognizing Temple University James E. Beasley
School of Law on the 125th Anniversary of its founding.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220176: Resolution Expressing the Philadelphia City Council’s firm
support for workers at Starbucks in Philadelphia who are attempting to form a union,
and urging Starbucks to accept card check neutrality.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220177: Resolution Honoring the life, work, and accomplishments of
Jacqueline “Jackie” Wiggins, whose dedication to serving, teaching, and advocating for
marginalized populations has immeasurably strengthened Black communities and the
City of Philadelphia as a whole.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220178: Resolution Honoring the life and work of Reverend Dr.
Evelyn C. Graves, for her lifetime of dedication to community activism and innovation
in the creative and performing arts through the founding and leadership of Evelyn
Graves Ministries.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220180: Resolution Honoring and congratulating Champion of the
Week and Black Business Crawl organization, the Philadelphia 76ers Buy Black
program, and past recipients Spergo and Girl Contracting, Inc.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220181: Resolution Recognizing and honoring Michael J. Bradley Jr.
as the Grand Marshal of the 250th Annual Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
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Resolution No. 220182: Resolution Honoring the Philadelphia Tennis Club for being
the oldest Black-owned tennis club in the country.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. Resolution Recognizing and honoring Dr. Delana
220183:
Wardlaw and Dr. Elana McDonald - the “Twin Sister Docs” - for their
outstanding contributions to the City of Philadelphia and crucial leadership
during the COVID-19 pandemic.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Resolution No. 220184: Resolution Recognizing and celebrating March 6th as
Lithuanian Independence Day in the City of Philadelphia.
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Bill No. 210956-A, as amended: An Ordinance Signifying the intention of the City of
Philadelphia to organize the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority pursuant to
authority established under state law, and amending Chapters 20-600 (“Standards of
Conduct and Ethics”), 20-1200 (“Lobbying”), and 17-1400 (“Non-Competitively Bid
Contracts; Financial Assistance”) of The Philadelphia Code to address ethics,
contractual and other requirements applicable to the Philadelphia Public Financial
Authority, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 15 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Gym, Oh, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President
Clarke, Quiñones Sánchez, Bass, Parker, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore Richardson and
Thomas
Nays: 1 Councilmember O'Neill
Bill No. 220051-A, as amended: An Ordinance Amending Section 9-4116 of The
Philadelphia Code, entitled “2021 Public Health Emergency Leave,” to establish
additional leave time under certain circumstance, modify existing provisions concerning
the paid sick leave, and make technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
THE BILL WAS READ AND PASSED.
The Ayes and Nays were as follows:
Ayes: 12 Councilmembers Gym, Squilla, Johnson, Jones, Council President Clarke, Quiñones
Sánchez, Bass, Parker, Brooks, Gauthier, Gilmore Richardson and Thomas
Nays: 4 Councilmembers Domb, Green, Oh and O'Neill
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BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL
PASSAGE
Resolution No. 220208: Resolution Authorizing Council’s Committee on Streets and
Services and Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative
Economy to hold hearings on the Administration’s plan for public electric vehicle
charging.
RESOLUTIONS
SPEECHES
COUNCILMEMBER JONES MOVED TO ADJOURN
THE MOTION WAS DULY SECONDED AND AGREED TO.
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City Council Calendar
Thursday, March 3, 2022
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
220169
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Jones for Council President Clarke
Resolution authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 809 W. Firth Street and 2955 N. 8th
Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of
The Philadelphia Code.
220170
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Gilmore Richardson, Parker and Quiñones Sánchez
Resolution declaring March 6 -13, 2022, during Women’s History Month, as Women in Construction
(WIC) Week in the City of Philadelphia, and honoring Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) for
their commitment to support, increase, and advance the participation of women in construction,
manufacturing, and transit careers in the Philadelphia region.
220171
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Jones and Thomas
Resolution honoring and congratulating Philadelphia native Arthur “Art” McNally, for his career’s
astounding impact on modern football officiating and his revolutionary induction into the Pro-Football
Hall of Fame as the first ever on-field official to be enshrined.
220172
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Jones and Thomas
Resolution recognizing and honoring former Philadelphia Eagles coach Richard Albert “Dick” Vermeil
for his distinguished 15-year NFL coaching career and congratulating him on being inducted into the
National Football Hall of Fame in 2022.
220173
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution honoring the life and legacy of comedy legend Bob Saget, a Philadelphia native and
Temple University graduate, on the occasion of his passing.
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220174
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Johnson
Resolution recognizing Philadelphia’s own DJ Diamond Kutz for her selection as a co-host of the
upcoming reboot of the seminal television program, “Yo! MTV Raps”.
220175
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Green
Resolution recognizing Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law on the 125th Anniversary
of its founding.
220176
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Brooks and Gym
Resolution expressing the Philadelphia City Council’s firm support for workers at Starbucks in
Philadelphia who are attempting to form a union, and urging Starbucks to accept card check
neutrality.
220177
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Brooks
Resolution honoring the life, work, and accomplishments of Jacqueline “Jackie” Wiggins, whose
dedication to serving, teaching, and advocating for marginalized populations has immeasurably
strengthened Black communities and the City of Philadelphia as a whole.
220178
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Gauthier
Resolution honoring the life and work of Reverend Dr. Evelyn C. Graves, for her lifetime of
dedication to community activism and innovation in the creative and performing arts through the
founding and leadership of Evelyn Graves Ministries.
220180
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Thomas
Resolution honoring and congratulating Champion of the Week and Black Business Crawl
organization, the Philadelphia 76ers Buy Black program, and past recipients Spergo and Girl
Contracting, Inc.
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220181
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Squilla
Resolution recognizing and honoring Michael J. Bradley Jr. as the Grand Marshal of the 250th Annual
Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
220182
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Bass
Resolution honoring the Philadelphia Tennis Club for being the oldest Black-owned tennis club in the
country.
220183
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution recognizing and honoring Dr. Delana Wardlaw and Dr. Elana McDonald - the “Twin
Sister Docs” - for their outstanding contributions to the City of Philadelphia and crucial leadership
during the COVID-19 pandemic.
220184
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution recognizing and celebrating March 6th as Lithuanian Independence Day in the City of
Philadelphia.
210956-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Green, Gauthier and Gilmore Richardson
An Ordinance signifying the intention of the City of Philadelphia to organize the Philadelphia Public
Financial Authority pursuant to authority established under state law, and amending Chapters 20-600
(“Standards of Conduct and Ethics”), 20-1200 (“Lobbying”), and 17-1400 (“Non-Competitively Bid
Contracts; Financial Assistance”) of The Philadelphia Code to address ethics, contractual and other
requirements applicable to the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority, all under certain terms and
conditions.
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220051-A
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmembers Brooks, Gauthier, Squilla, Parker, Gym, Bass, Gilmore
Richardson and Thomas
An Ordinance amending Section 9-4116 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “2021 Public Health
Emergency Leave,” to establish additional leave time under certain circumstance, modify existing
provisions concerning the paid sick leave, and make technical changes, all under certain terms and
conditions.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE
220208
INTRODUCED BY: Councilmember Oh
Resolution authorizing Council’s Committee on Streets and Services and Committee on Global
Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy to hold hearings on the Administration’s plan for
public electric vehicle charging.
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