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Hilferty thanked City Council and city leaders for their partnership in securing and preparing for the World Cup events, and he introduced Gianni Infantino, who described soccer as a unifying global sport and celebrated Philadelphia's selection to host matches and fan festivals.

\"We want to unite the world here in Philadelphia,\" Infantino said, and announced FIFA will \"donate to the whole city of Philadelphia 1,000,000 US Dollar to be used as a legacy for being a host city of the FIFA Club World Cup.\" He said the funds are intended for small soccer pitches and activities run with local associations to provide play opportunities for children.

City and FIFA officials framed the gift as part of a broader legacy strategy to leave permanent youth and community benefits from hosting international matches. Council members thanked the delegation and noted plans for further coordination with city agencies on transportation, public safety and fan zones; a brief photo opportunity followed the remarks.

No legislation or appropriation was recorded; the statement on the pledge was made on the floor as a pledge of support and described as a legacy grant to be worked out between FIFA, city entities and local partners.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Stated Meeting of Philadelphia City Council 04-10-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Dan Hilferty and FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed City Council, praised Philadelphia's selection as a 2026 host city, and announced a $1 million FIFA legacy donation to fund local mini-soccer pitches and youth activities.","taxTitle","Philadelphia City, Philadelphia County , Pennsylvania","taxId",80615,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607288,"Council confirms five new Citizens Police Oversight Commission members in unanimous votes",0,6689000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515&start=6689&end=6689","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515/thumbnail_6689000.jpg","/articles/6607288/Philadelphia-City/Philadelphia-County/Pennsylvania/Council-confirms-five-new-Citizens-Police-Oversight-Commission-members-in-unanimous-votes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607288-525be8d2506572586c0ea9c4ea88cf6a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149567&Signature=o0-TJiK9c~NNUjlSMEZY~YIz9vf~mHxwOYzdw5zLOoakW3yv8yvBzRWnJ7hlRY58~fLgZ~oftb-cPtcL2yxt39rkA5M4LDW39vRMQ0rLBUUe6qXoQLCxeyY3SiQYcfKBV5DZ7wIegRi4E1oY4mXJDwf2y8i56~JkioeMybtRskB0cJ43aXLuJzYNHDCk-s-xrg0gAJz5J7lYfo3IctxVksRgogslJ5aUN222CqX4amMNaMOYTDw3aA7FM7U9AoexinRLI0IB8XYFpKiWDoZXGNAYuFM1cuB~innAcf91i9hSOpOMOAzcp5QS5EhtqXx7MKZpezru8waXK1DkfcjIVw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Philadelphia City Council on April 10 adopted resolutions appointing five new members to the Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) and reappointing one incumbent.

The council heard a brief presentation from Tanya McCleary, executive director of the Citizens Police Oversight Commission, and Hassan Bennett, chair, who introduced the nominees. The nominees presented to council and subsequently adopted were Michelle Enix Kenny, Malika Rockman, Gilberto Gonzales, Latonya Whitehead and Erica Stewart; Hakeem P.A. was reappointed to the commission.

Each nomination was brought to the floor, moved and seconded, and adopted by voice vote. The clerk recorded the ","Philadelphia City Council adopted a set of resolutions appointing five new members and reappointing one member to the Citizens Police Oversight Commission; each appointment was adopted by voice vote.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607293,"Councilmember O'Rourke introduces Safe Healthy Homes Act; renters and tenant groups urge enforcement and repairs",4052,1972000,6024000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515&start=1972&end=6024","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515/thumbnail_1972000.jpg","/articles/6607293/Philadelphia-City/Philadelphia-County/Pennsylvania/Councilmember-ORourke-introduces-Safe-Healthy-Homes-Act-renters-and-tenant-groups-urge-enforcement-and-repairs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607293-ab1f4b3510df7713ef1852d7b54489b9/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149567&Signature=NY5qg7R5Lnre2BoBu6WNV22Vn3Vb1oGuRCaujw~MgfImwBzhQgP2efwJhVzhzlmTyt8Jh33rP0SgucxD92L0Aj9zxXOoDfctgGE~bbcWGH4H4aOGhqxdWGNo11zN2Bf2xIfZtPiJ8OLukR-HtaKu9bSAi70mBfLRkhaT1sX5Gg1C5Qyp-RX3InMr9Ogx8xMNy4ReH3alV3CKxRqVZVScuEp59mSl52sgVIY59NkBO96OowZKH1FR6-QW4d~b4Y6hsU3QCnAD47h8oNC6GhRvezADeidh8fr~kc4V5BLjPQ3KMUnmMlu3zD8i3cPmZ52hu509kMrv44hZORG3VBxA6Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Councilmember Nicholas O'Rourke on April 10 introduced three bills collectively described as the Safe Healthy Homes Act, aimed at strengthening property licensing, tenant protections and creating an anti-displacement fund in Philadelphia.

The ordinances would (1) amend licensing and owner-accountability code to allow proactive inspections, public reporting and enhanced remedies for tenants; (2) revise landlord-tenant law to add good-cause eviction protections, anti-retaliation measures and a tenant right to organize; and (3) authorize creation of an anti-displacement fund administered by the Department of Planning and Development and add notice requirements to cease-operations orders. Each bill was referred to the appropriate committee for consideration.

Public commenters during the second-reading calendar voiced strong support for the package and urged swift action. Sean Fleming of Renters United told council, \"We all could benefit from it,\" describing his own experience of landlord harassment. Seneca Grant described alleged long-term harassment and discrimination by a management company at a subsidized property. Diana Coleman and Mark Quincy, speaking for community groups, stressed that unhealthy housing — mold, pests, broken heat and plumbing — is a public-health issue and urged inspectors and stronger enforcement.

Councilmember O'Rourke framed the measures as establishing three core rights for renters: a right to safety, a right to repairs, and a right to relocation when displacement is required to complete necessary repairs. He said the bills will create enforcement mechanisms and relocation assistance so tenants do not shoulder the cost of emergency moves. The ordinances were introduced and assigned to committee; there was no final vote recorded on April 10.

Tenant unions and community organizations signaled plans to continue public engagement and to seek committee hearings. Speakers requested clearer timelines for enforcement, stronger remedies for retaliation and explicit protections for seniors and people with disabilities. Council staff and sponsors indicated next steps will include committee referral, stakeholder briefings and opportunities for public hearings.","Councilmember Nicholas O'Rourke introduced three ordinances grouped as the Safe Healthy Homes Act to strengthen licensing, tenant protections, and create an anti-displacement fund. Dozens of commenters and tenant advocates urged passage and enforcement, citing mold, rodents, harassment and accessibility problems.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607295,"Council urges federal government to preserve Head Start and restore USDA local-food funding amid testimony on program impacts",1652,3758000,5410000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515&start=3758&end=5410","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515/thumbnail_3758000.jpg","/articles/6607295/Philadelphia-City/Philadelphia-County/Pennsylvania/Council-urges-federal-government-to-preserve-Head-Start-and-restore-USDA-local-food-funding-amid-testimony-on-program-impacts","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607295-60af842e352b160aee3cd5fe4232597b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149567&Signature=lwuFdiOqz1aVLDGym7BVlkdHIdnz4eqTA0yBaKXPduSzeQAuf7HlfSVq75bRjQvzOlAF19AFhI3CnfL8SJmK1DPOJmOgYeIj2rMw1f6ATF2FM6rd5itohzUmUGrfUsfArdPdpWKAU8xXt1afVwHV3R3FJ1DCpho0rwp5BX8F9oe2qZ1vbkyBhEpZMhUPuAOA0SWDhlzAkrOEYcDmSsGl~iSCQKAyc-dNRuPqzKz~MXbr8grWPOyewZRqh8RTZiqMxGqcQYAC0vN0mthYsOn9YOwjlRByfHiOFm1j4XKmdtJuYymgLmib02Ed2mOSpc7PjgHUuR0AWjlVp~x02yzdcg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Philadelphia City Council on April 10 adopted two resolutions asking the federal government to preserve Head Start funding and to restore U.S. Department of Agriculture programs that support local food purchasing and school access to Pennsylvania-grown produce.

Both measures passed by voice vote after an extended public-comment period in which Head Start directors, teachers and food-bank leaders told council that federal funding disruptions would threaten early childhood education and food security for low-income families.

Damaris Alvarado Rodriguez, executive director of Children's Playhouse, said her program serves about 100 Head Start children and supports 476 families; she told council, \"Head Start is more than daycare. It's a fundamental investment in our city's future.\" Christine Coleman, a Head Start teacher and parent at Precious Angels Preparatory Academy, described Head Start as \"a safe haven\" that provides meals, education and social supports to children and families and warned of increased child neglect risks if classrooms close.

Food-security groups gave specific examples of USDA-supported local-food programs. Julia Koprec of The Food Trust described a pilot at the Caring Center in West Philadelphia that used local-produce contracts to supply more than 50,000 meals and snacks to preschoolers and reported caregivers seeing children try many new fruits and vegetables. George Madison of Share Food Program said recent federal cuts would deepen hunger; he urged continued municipal advocacy for restored USDA funding.

On the floor, Majority Leader Gilmore Richardson moved adoption of the Head Start resolution; the motion carried. Council later adopted the USDA funding restoration resolution (recorded as resolution 250318) by voice vote. Both resolutions call on the U.S. administration and federal agencies to reverse or restore funding decisions; they do not themselves appropriate city funds.

Speakers urged that the city plan for contingencies: backup funding streams for early childhood programs, local procurement options for schools, and program continuity measures for families if federal support is paused. Council members said they would continue to press state and federal officials and seek local steps to protect services for children and low-income residents.","Philadelphia City Council adopted two resolutions condemning federal cuts: one urging preservation of Head Start funding and another demanding restoration of USDA funding for local food programs. Multiple local Head Start providers and food-security groups testified on the consequences for children and farms.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607300,"Philadelphia City Council proclaims Black Maternal Health Week, hearing extensive testimony on racial disparities in birth outcomes",3037,737000,3774000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515&start=737&end=3774","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2953452-e443ec25b6a2fb627b91b581c90ec515/thumbnail_737000.jpg","/articles/6607300/Philadelphia-City/Philadelphia-County/Pennsylvania/Philadelphia-City-Council-proclaims-Black-Maternal-Health-Week-hearing-extensive-testimony-on-racial-disparities-in-birth-outcomes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607300-cbf95257ce810bdfc1952b4cfa9ef717/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149567&Signature=P~zIyPSjqSgb-zPfvxQtEO-87bOqe-8VBOQ88QV~lsVeI9toxn7PsNoa0hlLw2mHx9fJLt8ZBjdPo4Q4w8Pjj4rSKNqTWfcgXJq3E7wxAZQ~mGPTNUup8g3UKPRLyo0UsAfDo5awImc0Qha0fDRKmWHl5pN~3uzldr-CLCagi3ijXxkitOK1nFBIH6gXgGg8VhFqHUuHoeyKy6Ki~M9aU8pjzrBqqOGtqVIdYpKHzxgU7LKvukLU-D8P9mDIlYnblekOLBfvafejx-dlnh2TsMIGzE61LVQ0hmxadDCE5hOhFdRm5wfmx2CK6YGeo93RDBpGULsbGUoWNa5n~oE7jg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Philadelphia City Council on April 10 voted to adopt a resolution recognizing April 11–17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week in Philadelphia.

The measure, introduced by Majority Leader Catherine Gilmore Richardson and moved for adoption during the session, passed by voice vote after a series of public comments and presentations from state and local advocates.

State Representative Gina H. Curry, co-chair of the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus, told council that \"we are facing a crisis,\" citing national and state data showing rising maternal mortality for Black women and saying that more than 80% of the deaths are preventable. \"We need continued collaboration at every level of government,\" she said. Several city-based providers and advocates described community programs they said are already improving outcomes, and urged continued funding and policy support.

Speakers from local organizations described concrete services and planned expansions. Mary Ann Frey, president and CEO of Maternity Care Coalition, said the agency seeks a future \"where parents impacted by racial and social inequities can birth with dignity, parent with autonomy, and raise babies who are healthy, growing, and thriving.\" Christine Sullivan, founder and CEO of Woomish, said Medicaid coverage for doula services has helped improve outcomes in the nonprofit's flagship Philadelphia operations. Salima McNeil described Oshun Family Center's plans to open a maternal wellness village in Kensington in 2026 that will offer doula services, lactation support and psychotherapy.

Advocates also emphasized workforce and training needs. Janae Johns of Once Upon a Preemie urged routine, ongoing implicit-bias training for perinatal and neonatal clinicians and said doulas and midwives contributed to family-reported experiences of respectful, empowering care in neonatal intensive care units.

Council members and the mayor's representative were present for the testimony and then returned to the dais to adopt the privileged resolution recognizing the week. The motion to adopt was made on the floor and carried by the ayes. Council members echoed support for continued legislative and budgetary attention to maternal health issues in the city.

Two related public events were announced: a Black maternal roundtable focused on fathers scheduled for April 11 and an advocacy day coordinated by local organizations to visit council offices the following week. The resolution does not itself appropriate funds; speakers and council members described the adoption as a policy and advocacy step that aims to sustain attention while work on funding and program implementation continues.","City Council unanimously adopted a resolution recognizing April 11–17 as Black Maternal Health Week and heard more than a dozen testimony statements from advocates, clinicians and community groups urging sustained investment to address disproportionately high maternal mortality for Black women.","actionData","errors"]

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