Commending and recognizing the Honorable Lydia Y. Kirkland on the occasion of her retirement from her distinguished career as a Judge for the Philadelphia Municipal Court and her service to the legal community.

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.

Authorizing the Council Committee on Streets and Services to hold hearings to investigate the practice of “courtesy towing” by the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and private towing companies.

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.

Declaring the Third Week of Every November as “Restorative Justice Week” in the City of Philadelphia in Honor of the International Campaign “International Restorative Justice Week”.

Recognizing November 17, 2024 as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the City of Philadelphia.