Legislation

Council sought to ban street vending on specific stretches of Girard Avenue in Philadelphia.

Street vendors will be prohibited from operating on certain parts of Girard Avenue in Philadelphia under a new city ordinance. The restrictions are aimed at regulating street vending activities along this key thoroughfare.

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Council sought to revise Philadelphia parking regulations for angle parking orientations.

This bill revises parking regulations and fines related to angle parking in Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Voters to Decide Fate of Independent Prison Oversight Board in Upcoming City Election Ballot Question

Philadelphia voters will soon weigh in on whether to create an independent Prison Community Oversight Board. A question on the ballot seeks to amend the city's charter to establish the board, giving citizens a say in its creation.

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No Trucks Allowed: City Council Passes No-Semi-Truck Parking Law on Bustling N. 75th Street Section

Councilmember Jones' no-truck parking law now prohibits semi-trucks from parking on N. 75th Street between Brookhaven Road and Brentwood Road, in effect immediately.

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Council seeks to limit parking to 3 hours or 2 hours in Lawrence Street-Rockland and Lindley Avenue areas.

This bill establishes parking regulations in specific areas of Philadelphia: Lawrence Street and Rockland, and Lindley Avenue near N.

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Council sought to limit parking on Erie Avenue and Sydenham Street to two hours daily.

Two-hour parking limits are now in effect along Erie Avenue and Sydenham Street, enforced Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm. Residents with permit zone RPP#16 will be exempt from the new regulations.

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Council Puts Public Safety Office Proposal Up for Voter Approval in May Election Ballot

Philadelphia voters will decide in May whether to create a new Office of the Chief Public Safety Director, which would oversee public safety across city agencies including Police, Prisons, and Recreation.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Put Creation of City Music Office to a Special Election Vote

Voters will decide whether Philadelphia gets a Music Office after Councilmembers Oh and Bass successfully pushed their proposal to a special election ballot.

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Council proposes parking restrictions in several neighborhoods to limit daily parking times.

Philadelphia City Council introduces new parking rules for 15 Philadelphia neighborhoods, with two-hour time limits from 7am to 7pm on weekdays. (Please note I did not include the full list of addresses as it is quite long)

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City Introduces Revised Civil Service Residence Rule

New city employees must now establish their residence in Philadelphia within six months of starting work, no longer requiring a one-year residency history before being hired through civil service.

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Council sought to make body armor sellers and residents comply with record-keeping and registration requirements.

Philadelphia residents who buy or own body armor must register it with the city under a new law requiring sellers to keep records and submit sales data. Sellers also must maintain these records for future audits by Philadelphia authorities.

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Prison Oversight Board Proposal Heads to Philly Ballot in May 2023 Special Election

Philly voters will weigh in on creating an independent Prison Oversight Board with powers determined by City Council at a May 2023 special election, thanks to a City Council proposal.

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Philadelphia Council Proposes Big Boost to Homestead Exclusion in Property Tax Law Rewrite

Council President Clarke and Councilmember Parker propose raising the homestead exclusion from $65,000 to a new threshold for property taxes in Philadelphia, under certain conditions. The current tax law exclusion amounts vary by year.

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Council proposes creation of new Department Commerce division to provide job training opportunities

Philadelphia city council proposes creating new division within Commerce Department to provide centralized job training services for Philadelphians in public and private sectors.

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Council Votes to Put Redistricting Reform Before Voters in Upcoming Special Election on City Charter Change

Council votes to put redistricting reform before voters in upcoming special election on city charter change. A Redistricting Commission would be created to reapportion City Council districts after each census, with a special election scheduled to let voters weigh in on the proposal.

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Hawthorne's Outdoor Dining Space Gets Green Light for Installation Along Bustling South 11th Street Corridor

Hawthornes, a restaurant on South 11th Street, can install and maintain an outdoor dining space in front of its location under new city regulations. The space must meet city requirements and permits are required for installation.

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Council Seeks Limits: Philadelphia Voters Decide Fate of Four-Term Term Limits Proposal for Council Members

Philadelphia voters will decide in May whether City Council members can serve more than four terms in office, according to a proposal put forth by six councilmembers including Domb and Squilla.

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City Hall Sets Stage for Creation of Powerful Oversight Agency Amid Growing Calls for Transparency

City officials face increased scrutiny as bill proposes creating powerful Office of Inspector General to investigate corruption, waste, and misconduct in city operations.

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City Council Unveils Plan to Fund Campaigns with Taxpayer Dollars Starting Next Year

Philadelphia may soon fund political campaigns with taxpayer dollars under a new system that would provide matching funds to candidates meeting specific requirements. City Council members Green, Squilla, and Brooks are sponsoring the proposal.

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Council Proposed Enhanced Ethics Rules for City Officials to Clarify Conflicts and Financial Interests

City Council toughens ethics rules, requiring officials to disclose more income details amid push for greater financial transparency.

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