Legislation

Council Proposes City-Wide Vote on Creating Office to Foster Arts and Culture Across Philadelphia

Philadelphia voters will soon be asked whether to create an "Office of Creative Philadelphia" to promote arts and culture across the city. The proposed office would be created through a charter amendment that Council is sending to the ballot.

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Councilors Push to Rename NovaCare Way as Eagles Way Amid Growing Fan Interest

Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson are pushing to rename NovaCare Way as Eagles Way in response to growing fan interest. The change would officially recognize the city's iconic football team with a new street name.

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City Council Seeks to Rename Panati Playground in Allegheny West Neighborhood After Area Residents

Philadelphia city officials want to rename a 22nd Street park after its local community. The proposed name, "Allegheny West Recreation Center," reflects the area's identity.

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Council Takes Aim at Streamlining Preservation Process for Philly's Timeless Treasures

Philadelphia's historic preservation law is set for an overhaul, with changes aimed at streamlining the process for designating historic properties and districts, affecting how owners and developers navigate applications during the designation process.

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City Council Renames Paschalville Library in Honor of Longtime Local Leader Senator Hardy Williams

Rename Not Enough: Community Activists Oppose Naming a City-Owned Landmark After Former Senator, Citing His Role in Urban Renewal that Displaced Thousands.

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City Council Votes to Rename Wynnefield Branch Library in Honor of Community Leader Louise Williams Bishop

A decades-long legacy of community service will be etched forever on the wall of a Northwest Philadelphia library under new plan to rename it after beloved leader Louise Williams Bishop.

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City Council Approves Naming Wissinoming Park After Local Leader Margaret Tartaglione

Margaret Tartaglione's decades-long advocacy for the Northeast Philadelphia community is now being honored with a permanent fixture: her name will soon be etched on the sign outside Wissinoming Park, a move sparking praise from residents.

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City Council Moves to Give Big Boost to Live Music Scene with New Business Tax Break Proposal

City Council proposes tax break to incentivize businesses to hire local musicians, potentially boosting Philadelphia's live music scene. The credit would benefit merchants who meet certain requirements and hire Philadelphia-based performing artists.

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City Council Votes to Rename Wissinoming Rec Center in Honor of Local Legend Marge Tartaglione

Wissinoming Recreation Center now officially named in honor of local legend Marge Tartaglione, a pioneering public servant and leader in Philadelphia's politics. The Margaret Tartaglione Recreation Center is the new name for the facility.

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Council Members to Receive Notice of Philadelphia's Historic Designations

Philadelphia City Council members are now required to be immediately notified whenever a new historic landmark is designated in the city. The notification ensures they stay informed about changes to historic buildings and sites.

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City Council Renames Swath of North Philly Streets After Historic Local Family

Longtime North Philly residents will see familiar street signs replaced with new monikers paying tribute to the LeCount family, who made their mark on the city through philanthropy and entrepreneurship.

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City Council Unveils Plan to Rename Overbrook Park Branch Library After Beloved Local Leader Congressman Brady

A Philadelphia institution is getting a new name: the Overbrook Park Branch Library, which serves thousands of residents in West Philly, could soon be renamed after beloved former Rep. Bob Brady.

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Council Tries to Revamp Neighborhood Landmark Naming It After Local Baseball Legend Dwight Evans

Dwight Evans' storied baseball career is set to get a permanent nod in Philadelphia: Council is pushing to rename the West Oak Lane Library after the legendary slugger, sparking debate among residents.

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City Council Renames Corner of Parkside Avenue and Belmont Avenue in Tribute to Philly's Negro League Legacy

Community activists hailed the decision, citing the park's proximity to Shibe Park, where the legendary Stars once played as part of the Negro Leagues, a vital piece of Philly's rich baseball heritage.

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Charles Baker Recreation Center Renamed to Honor Carol Baker Rice's Contributions

Low-Income Families to Save Thousands as Philly Council Passes Measure to Increase Property Tax Rebates for City Homeowners Making Under $50,000 a Year. Philly Seniors Can Breathe Easy with New Bill Mandating Affordable Air Quality Monitoring in City Schools and Parks.

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Temporary Demolition Moratorium Established in Wissahickon Historic District Area

This bill creates a temporary moratorium on demolishing buildings in the Wissahickon Historic District, which is bounded by Ridge Avenue, Rochelle Avenue, Vicaris Street, and Hermit Street.

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City Council Renames Bridesburg Park After Congressman Robert A. Borski Who Fought For Riverfront Revitalization

Philadelphia Homeowners Must Disclose Lead Paint Hazards in Properties Under New Safety Measure Proposal. Home sellers across the city will be required to disclose known lead paint hazards on their properties under legislation aimed at protecting vulnerable families with young children.

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Historic Gas Station Relocation Clears City Council Approval, Preservation Efforts Set in Motion

The City Council passed a bill allowing a historically-designated gas station to be moved and reinstalled on city property.

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Council Renames Mill Creek Rec Center After Team Member Tiffany Fletcher Who Fell Victim to Violence

Low-Income Seniors Face Higher Parking Fees Under Proposed New Meter Rates on Roosevelt Boulevard; Advocates Decry "Another Burden" on Already Struggling Population

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Historic Gas Station Building on Move to Fairmount Park as Part of Aviator Park Redevelopment Project

A historic gas station building is being relocated from private ownership to Aviator Park as part of a redevelopment project, where it will be preserved under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks and Recreation. The move involves transfer of a historically-designated building.

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