Philadelphia Legislation

Authorizing the Committee on Legislative Oversight to hold hearings on Philadelphia county's plan to preserve election integrity, voter confidence and participation, and public safety on Election Day especially amid worries of the federal government's potential deployment of United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to polling locations.

Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of Creative Philadelphia and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.

Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1212 South 17th Street; 1511 South 20th Street; 1904 South 23rd Street; 1216 South 31st Street; 1911 Gerritt Street; 1932 and 2044 Titan Street located in the 2nd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.

Honoring and recognizing the women of the Philadelphia Police Department during Women's History Month 2026 for their dedication and service to the safety and well-being of the City of Philadelphia and its residents.

Authorizing an encroachment in the nature of a staircase in the vicinity of 611 S 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, under certain terms and conditions.

Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner to enter into agreements to purchase electricity, natural gas and motor fuel for use by the City in City facilities and vehicles, including agreements that obligate payment for delivery of such energy supplies in future fiscal years, all under certain terms and conditions.

Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to amend certain requirements applicable to buses and areas designated for use by buses, including applicable penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.

Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of a Creative Philadelphia, to provide for the powers and duties of such office, and to otherwise provide for incorporation of the office into the City government; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election; all under certain terms and conditions.

To repeal in its entirety Bill No. 241056 (approved March 10, 2026), entitled "An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election;" and to rescind the direction provided to various City officers set forth therein.

March 25, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am pleased to advise you that on March 25, 2026, I signed the following bills, which were passed by Council at its session on March 12, 2026: Bill No. 250769 Bill No. 250917-A Bill No. 251066 Bill No. 260112 Bill No. 260113 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

March 24, 2026 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 Number 260131 Bill Number 260161 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

March 21, 2026 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 bill: Bill Number 260095 Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

March 24, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to amend certain requirements applicable to buses and areas designated for use by buses, including applicable penalties, all under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

Honoring Dr. Khine Zaw Arthur, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia, for her leadership, entrepreneurial achievements, and commitment to advancing economic opportunity and community empowerment in the City of Philadelphia.

Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 2726 N.15th Street located in the 8th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.

Appointing Kya Kerner to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.

Appointing Ken Weller to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.

Appointing Felicia Wilson to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.

Appointing Bekir Gunaydin to the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District.

Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 3001 Martha Street, now subdivided resulting in the creation of twenty (20) individual parcels known as 3011, 3013, 3015, 3017, 3019, 3021, 3023, 3025, 3027, 3029, 3031, 3033, 3035, 3037, 3039, 3041, 3043, 3045, 3047 and 3049 Martha Street located in the 1st Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.

Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 1601, 1605, 1616, 1618, 1620 N. 16th Street located in the 5th Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.

Honoring and recognizing March 24, 2026, as National Cheesesteak Day in the City of Philadelphia.