City Council, November 21, 2024
There were no presentations in Council at this session.
Councilmember Katherine Gilmore-Richardson introduced a Privilege Resolution recognizing November 17-23, 2024, as National Apprenticeship Week in the City of Philadelphia. Placed on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Rue Landau introduced a Privileged Resolution declaring November 13-19 as Transgender Awareness Week and November 20 as Transgender Day of Remembrance in the City of Philadelphia. Placed on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Landau introduced a Privileged Resolution authorizing the Committee on Law and Government to hold hearings exploring Philadelphia’s readiness and commitment to immigrants, LGBTQ plus, and other marginalized in advance of the impending Trump Administration. Placed on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Landau introduced a Privileged Resolution honoring the life and legacy of David Rambler, Chair of the Philadelphia Fair Housing Commission, for his tenacious and lifelong commitment to social justice, housing equity, and the impact on the lives of Philadelphians. Placed on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Landau offered a Privilege Resolution on Behalf of Councilmember Minority Leader Kendra Brooks honoring the life and legacy of Robert Schwartz, the Co-founder and former Executive Director of the Juvenile Law Center, recognizing his lifelong dedication to juvenile justice and youth rights on a national and international level. Placed on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Jeffrey J. Young introduced an Ordinance amending Title 15 of the Philadelphia Code Entitled Parks and Recreation by adding new Sections 15-606 and 15-706 to establish animal-free areas and provide for the management of animals in parks, playgrounds, and recreation centers and to provide for penalties and enforcement all under certain terms and conditions. Bill will be referred to the appropriate committee.
Councilmember Young introduced a Privileged Resolution thanking Temple University for becoming the first University in the Philadelphia region to deploy gun detection technology to boost safety. Placed it on the Final Passage Calendar for today.
Councilmember Young introduced a Privileged Resolution recognizing the Philadelphia Black Women’s Health Alliance for 40 years of service to Philadelphia communities. Bill placed on Final Passage Calendar for today.
The following Bills and Resolutions were called up from the Second Reading Calendar:
241066, 241067, 241068, 241069, 241074, 241075, and 240613-A.
The following Bills and Resolutions on the calendar are being held:
240724, 240834, 240242, 240427, 240612, 240817, and 240304.
The majority of public comments were in support of Bill 214075, highlighting the need for the prioritization of flex funding for SEPTA.
Nico Meyering, MPA, Chair of the Mayor’s Commission on People With Disabilities and Vice President of the nonprofit Young Involved Philadelphia, said, “I, like many others, rely on Septa to navigate my daily life. As a younger disabled professional, I go from my home in Queen Village to my job in Center City. I use Septa to visit museums, see friends, make it to meetings, and most importantly to doctor visits. Moreover, disabled people like me use Septa to fully engage in this incredible city. That’s why I’m here to encourage Governor Shapiro to use that flex funding. It’s not just about transit; it’s about creating a safer, more accessible Philadelphia for everyone. Septa is a lifeline for young, disabled Philadelphians like me. It’s more than a bus or a train; it’s independence.”
For the entire meeting, please visit www.phlcouncil.com. The next Council session will resume at 10 am on December 5, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Philadelphia City Hall.
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