Cindy Bass
Attendance
Council average: 99.4%
Contested Votes
Of 221 roll calls this session, 90% passed unanimously. These 21 had at least one dissent.
Participated in 21 of 21 contested votes · Voted no 0 times · Absent for 0
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.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter that would allow City officers and employees to run for public office without having to resign from their City job first. If passed, this change would affect City employees who want to become candidates for public office. The bill would put this proposal to a vote by the city's residents.
PassAmending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by creating the "/UCO, University-Community Overlay District"; and by making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the zoning rules in Philadelphia by creating a new type of zoning district called the University-Community Overlay District. This new district will have its own set of rules and guidelines for development and construction. It will affect areas near universities and the surrounding communities.
PassAmending Chapter 10-2800 of The Philadelphia Code ("Chapter 10-2800 Vehicular Mobile Service Providers") to add new prohibitions on where mobile medical service providers may operate and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for where mobile medical service providers can operate in Philadelphia and sets penalties for breaking these rules. It affects mobile medical service providers and is intended to regulate their activities in the city. The goal is to ensure these services are provided in appropriate locations.
PassAmending Chapter 9-4900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Prohibition on Use of Certain Bags by Retail Establishments," to modify certain definitions, require retail establishments to charge a fee for the provision of a bag to customers, and require signage, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill modifies Philadelphia's rules about the use of certain bags by retail establishments, requiring them to charge customers a fee for bags and to post signs about the policy. The goal is to reduce the use of certain types of bags. Retail establishments and their customers are affected by this change.
PassAmending Chapter 17-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Economic Opportunity Plans," to add two additional business community members to the Economic Opportunity Review Committee, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rules for the Economic Opportunity Review Committee by adding two more members from the business community. The committee reviews economic opportunity plans, which affect businesses and development projects in Philadelphia. This change aims to give the business community more representation in the review process.
PassAmending Chapter 19-1500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Wage and Net Profits Tax," by revising certain tax rates, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the tax rates for the Wage and Net Profits Tax in Philadelphia. The new tax rates will affect individuals and businesses that pay this tax. The changes aim to update the tax rates under specific conditions.
PassTo adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget.
The Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget bill sets aside money for big projects in Philadelphia, like building repairs and new equipment. This budget affects all city departments and residents who use city services. It plans how the city will spend its money on these projects over the next year.
PassTo adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive.
The city has adopted a 6-year plan for big projects like building repairs, park upgrades, and other improvements. This plan, called a Capital Program, will guide how the city spends money on these projects from 2026 to 2031. It affects all Philadelphia residents who use city facilities and services.
PassAmending Chapter 19-2600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Business Income and Receipts Taxes," to revise tax rates and end certain exclusions from the tax on receipts, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the tax rates for businesses in Philadelphia and removes some exceptions to the tax on receipts. It affects businesses that pay the Business Income and Receipts Tax in the city. The changes aim to update the tax system under specific conditions.
PassAmending Chapter 12-1000 The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Code," to revise the fee for the use of parking meters; all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the fee for using parking meters in Philadelphia. The new fee will affect anyone who parks at a meter in the city. The change is part of an update to the city's Traffic Code.
PassAmending Chapter 19-1800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "School Tax Authorization," to provide for an increase in the tax that the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia is authorized to impose on real estate; and amending Chapter 19-1300, entitled "Real Estate Taxes," to establish an equivalent reduction in the tax rate for the City real estate tax; all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill allows the School District of Philadelphia to increase the tax on real estate, but it also reduces the city's real estate tax rate by an equal amount. This change affects homeowners and property owners in Philadelphia. The goal is to shift some of the tax burden from the city to the school district, without increasing the overall tax amount that property owners pay.
PassAmending Section 19-1806 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Authorization of Realty Use and Occupancy Tax," to eliminate certain exemptions, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rules about who has to pay the Realty Use and Occupancy Tax in Philadelphia. It removes some exemptions, which means some people or organizations who didn't have to pay the tax before might have to pay it now. This affects property owners and tenants who were previously exempt from paying the tax.
PassAmending Section 10-1001 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fees of Commissioner of Records," to increase the portion of fees for the recording of deeds and mortgages and related documents to be used for Housing Trust Fund purposes, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill increases the fees for recording certain documents, such as deeds and mortgages, and uses the extra money for the city's Housing Trust Fund. The fund helps pay for affordable housing programs and services in Philadelphia. The change affects people who record these documents, like homeowners and businesses.
PassAmending Chapter 19-1400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Realty Transfer Tax," by revising the rate of the tax, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill changes the rate of the Realty Transfer Tax, which is a tax paid when properties are sold in Philadelphia. The tax affects people who buy or sell properties in the city. The new rate will apply to certain property transactions under specific conditions.
PassTo amend Chapter 19-4400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Development Impact Tax," to end imposition of the tax, under certain terms and conditions.
This bill ends the Development Impact Tax in Philadelphia under certain terms and conditions. The tax was previously imposed on certain developments in the city. This change affects developers and potentially residents who may be impacted by new development projects.
PassApproving the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget providing for expenditures for the capital purposes of the Philadelphia Gas Works, including the supplying of funds in connection therewith, and acknowledging receipt of the Revised Forecast of Capital Budgets for Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031, all under certain terms and conditions.
The city has approved a budget for big projects at the Philadelphia Gas Works for the next year. This budget will pay for things like equipment and construction to help the Gas Works run. It also looks ahead to the next few years to plan for future projects.
PassApproving the amendment of the Fiscal Year 2025 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 2026 through 2030, as amended.
This bill approves changes to the city's capital budget for 2025, specifically for the Philadelphia Gas Works, and also accepts a revised forecast of capital budgets for the next five years. The bill affects the city's budget and planning for capital projects. It was sponsored by Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
PassAmending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to establish requirements related to security deposits for residential rentals and establishing remedies for violations, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill sets rules for security deposits in residential rentals, including what landlords must do and what happens if they don't follow the rules. It affects renters and landlords in Philadelphia. The goal is to make sure renters are treated fairly when it comes to their security deposits.
PassAdopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026.
The City of Philadelphia has adopted a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which outlines how the city will spend its money. This budget affects all Philadelphia residents, as it determines funding for city services and programs. The budget was approved by City Council and will guide the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
PassAmending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," by adding a new chapter concerning vehicular mobile service providers, and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for mobile services that use vehicles, such as food trucks or mobile shops, in Philadelphia. It sets guidelines for these services and includes penalties for those who don't follow the rules. The bill affects people who operate these mobile services in the city.
PassAmending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Individual Conduct and Activity," by adding a new chapter concerning vehicular mobile service providers, and providing for penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds new rules for mobile services that use vehicles, such as food trucks or mobile shops, in Philadelphia. It sets guidelines for these services and includes penalties for those who don't follow the rules. The bill affects people who operate these mobile services in the city.
PassRecent Roll Call Votes (10)
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.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter that would allow City officers and employees to run for public office without having to resign from their City job first. If passed, this change would affect City employees who want to become candidates for public office. The bill would put this proposal to a vote by the city's residents.
PassProviding 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.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter that would allow City officers and employees to run for public office without having to resign from their City job first. If passed, this change would affect City employees who want to become candidates for public office. The bill would put this proposal to a vote by the city's residents.
PassRepealing in its entirety Bill No. 241055 (approved December 23, 2024), entitled "An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-541 entitled "/PAK, Packer Avenue Overlay District and making other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions."
This bill repeals a previous zoning law that changed the zoning designations for areas near Packer Avenue. The repealed law had created a new overlay district with specific rules for that area. This repeal affects property owners and developers in the area bounded by Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street.
PassAmending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled "Service and Other Businesses") to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District," to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions
This bill proposes to restrict business hours and certain commercial uses in the Fifth Councilmanic District. It aims to regulate service and other businesses in this area, affecting local businesses and residents. The changes would apply to specific commercial activities and hours of operation.
PassAmending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code (entitled "Service and Other Businesses") to add business hour restrictions in the Fifth Councilmanic District; and amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District," to restrict certain commercial uses and make other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions
This bill proposes to restrict business hours and certain commercial uses in the Fifth Councilmanic District. It aims to regulate service and other businesses in this area, affecting local businesses and residents. The changes would apply to specific commercial activities and hours of operation.
PassRepealing in its entirety Bill No. 241055 (approved December 23, 2024), entitled "An ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14-541 entitled "/PAK, Packer Avenue Overlay District and making other related changes, all under certain terms and conditions."
This bill repeals a previous zoning law that changed the zoning designations for areas near Packer Avenue. The repealed law had created a new overlay district with specific rules for that area. This repeal affects property owners and developers in the area bounded by Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street.
PassAmending Section 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts" by creating Section 14-545, entitled, "/WFS, West Fairmount Sports Area Overlay District," all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill creates a new overlay zoning district called the West Fairmount Sports Area Overlay District. The district has specific rules and conditions that apply to properties within its boundaries. This affects property owners and developers in the West Fairmount area.
PassAuthorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Water Residual Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Water Residual Fund, the Aviation Fund and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments in the 2025 budget. It affects various city offices, departments, boards, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.
PassAmending Bill No. 250568 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance Authorizing and approving the execution and delivery of a Service Agreement between The City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority relating to the financing of a Housing Opportunities Made Easy (H.O.M.E.) Plan which includes housing production and preservation, home affordability, home owner and renter assistance, related contractor training and support, blight and vacant property reduction, urban beautification, neighborhood infrastructure, and other related programs; approving the issuance by the Authority of bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness (including reimbursement obligations related to lines or letters of credit) in one or more series to finance or refinance such plan and authorizing and approving the obligation of The City of Philadelphia to pay in full when due the Service Fee and other amounts payable under the Service Agreement; authorizing certain City officers to t...
This bill amends a previous ordinance to continue a housing plan that helps with affordable housing, home repairs, and neighborhood improvements. The plan is financed by the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which will issue bonds to pay for these programs. The city will pay back the costs of the plan through a service agreement.
PassAmending Chapter 9-1100 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Fair Practices Ordinance: Protections Against Unlawful Discrimination," to add protections against employment discrimination on the basis of human trafficking victim status, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill adds protections against employment discrimination for victims of human trafficking in Philadelphia. It amends the city's Fair Practices Ordinance to prevent employers from discriminating against job applicants or employees based on their status as human trafficking victims. This change affects employers and human trafficking victims in the city.
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