Honoring and congratulating Jeffrey W. Thompson on his appointment as Fire Commissioner by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.

Recognizing the devastating impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, calling on Congress to immediately pass sufficient funding for FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund, and reaffirming the City of Philadelphia’s commitment to ensuring that its disaster preparedness measures meet the challenges posed by worsening climate disasters.

Honoring the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection for its 40th Year Anniversary at Temple University where it collects, preserves, and disseminates the history and culture of the global Black experience.

Honoring and congratulating the NAACP Philadelphia ACT-SO Olympians for winning ten gold medals at the National NAACP ACT-SO Competition in Las Vegas.

Honoring and recognizing Sunrise Movement Philadelphia for their outstanding work and contributions to the fight to confront climate change and ensure that the generations to come have a sustainable future.

Honoring the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ) for its 50th anniversary and ongoing commitment to serving Black journalists, increasing the number of Black media professionals in the Philadelphia area, and combating racism in the media.

Congratulating Director Keli McLoyd, Noelle Foizen, and the Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity on the success of the Overdose Prevention and Awareness Canvassing Program, which has knocked on over one hundred thousand doors in Philadelphia, and for earning recognition from The White House for its innovative and evidence-based public health approach to combating the overdose crisis.

Honoring and recognizing the Domestic Violence Unit in the City of Philadelphia, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, for their exemplary service and commitment to the fight against domestic violence.

Honoring and celebrating The Philadelphia Tribune, an advocate and trailblazer for the African American community, on the occasion of its 140-year anniversary as the oldest, continuously published newspaper, owned and operated by African Americans.

Declaring November 13th through Nov 19th, 2024 as Transgender Awareness Week and November 20th as Transgender Day of Remembrance in the City of Philadelphia.