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Stated Meeting of Philadelphia City Council 6-11-26
Published: Jun 11, 2026
Council to Hold Hearings on Police Crowd Control Tactics Following Pride Festivities
City Council passed a resolution authorizing the city council committee on legislative oversight to hold hearings examining the strategy and tactics deployed by the city of Philadelphia for crowd control during and following public events, specifically in response to reports of overly aggressive tactics used by the police department after the 2026 LGBTQ Pride festivities. Another resolution recognizes the Philadelphia Police Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, and community partners for the positive impact of the Summer Nightlights initiative.
Council Enhances Transit-Oriented Development and Expands EV Charging Network
City Council passed an ordinance to amend title 12 of the Philadelphia Code, revising provisions related to transit-oriented development overlay districts, renaming it to Transit Oriented Communities Overlay District, expanding its radius, and updating use, dimensional, and parking standards. Another ordinance clarifies the parameters and revises the bonus structure for the Transit Improvement Bonus, and an ordinance allows transit station use in commercial zoning districts. Additionally, ordinances were passed to establish parking regulations in various locations, designate one-way streets in Fairmount Park, and authorize agreements for electric vehicle charging stations citywide and at the airport.
Council Condemns HUD's Decision to End Restore Rebuild Program
City Council passed a resolution condemning the Trump administration and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for ending the Restore Rebuild program, which is described as a strong tool for expanding and preserving deeply affordable housing. The resolution asserts that Philadelphia should not rush to condemn Washington without looking inward and that other federal housing programs still exist. It highlights that the city's actions should be informed by the current housing crisis.
Council Approves New Towing Regulations, Amends Dumping Laws, and Plans Police Accountability Hearings
City Council passed an ordinance amending regulations for temporary no parking restrictions and relocation towing, aiming to restrict the use of temporary no parking signs and create a permit system. Another ordinance was passed to change the standard for determining violations related to dumping of debris and short dumping. The council also passed resolutions to hold hearings on crowd control strategies and tactics used by the police department following the 2026 LGBTQ Pride festivities, and to recognize the positive impact of the Summer Nightlights initiative.
Council Approves Zoning Changes, Overlay Districts, and Land Bank Property Dispositions
City Council passed several ordinances related to zoning and land use, including amendments to overlay districts, changes to zoning map designations in various areas, and authorization for encroachments and property dispositions by the Philadelphia Land Bank and Redevelopment Authority. A significant ordinance was passed to amend title 14 of the Philadelphia Code, creating the West Chestnut Street Overlay District and revising provisions related to transit-oriented development, transit improvement bonuses, and ground floor use requirements for transit stations.
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