What Governor Shapiro’s $48.34B FY25 State Budget Means for Philadelphia-
This week, Governor Josh Shapiro proposed a $48.34 billion state budget, which Mayor Parker has endorsed for its potential to address Philadelphia’s...more
Council to Consider Bill Trio Aimed at Protecting Renters, Homeowners-
City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (District 3) introduced a legislative package that, if passed, would freeze property taxes for eligible residents,...more
The first meeting of 2024 back at City Hall — also the first with new City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (District 2) at the dais — saw the introduction of several new bills, including proposed regulations on...more
On Tuesday, Mayor Cherelle Parker was sworn in as the city’s first-ever female executive. During the historic ceremony at the Met Philadelphia on North Broad Street, Mayor Parker referenced her 100-Day Action Plan, which...more
This week, Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker announced the appointment of Chief of Staff Tiffany Thurman, Chief Deputy Mayor of Planning and Strategic Initiatives Aren Platt, and Chief Deputy Mayor of Intergovernmental Affairs,...more
During their last meeting of the 2023 session — and the final meeting of Council President Darrell Clarke’s tenure — City Council approved dozens of bills and resolutions, including the midyear budget transfer, an end to...more
Philadelphia Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies’ Managing Director Joe Hill and Government Affairs Associate Brianna Westbrooks have been appointed to the Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s transition team. Joe will...more
City Council Passes Ski Mask Ban-
Today, Philadelphia City Council passed a ban on the wearing of ski masks in certain public spaces in an attempt to improve public safety by a 13-2 vote. The Council is also in the midst of...more
Cherelle Parker Elected Philadelphia’s 100th, First Woman Mayor -
Former state Representative and District 9 Councilmember Cherelle Parker made history on Tuesday becoming Philadelphia’s 100th mayor — the first woman ever to...more
Last week, legislation was introduced in Philadelphia City Council that, if passed, would secure Registered Community Organizations (RCOs) legal protection from the city for their involvement in zoning matters. The bill was...more
The Impending Shift of City Council Power Dynamics-
Regardless of the November election outcome, the power dynamics within City Hall are set to change as members elect new leadership including a council president. While...more
Mayor Kenney Signs Executive Order Protecting Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender People-
On Tuesday, Mayor Jim Kenney issued an executive order prohibiting the city from using any resources to investigate or punish...more
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A New Flag for Philadelphia?
Last week, Councilmembers Mike Driscoll (District 10) and Jimmy Harrity (At Large) introduced a resolution to create a task force to redesign Philadelphia’s flag.
Upcoming...more
Upcoming Committee Hearings-
Philadelphia City Council holds several public hearings throughout the legislative calendar year, watch here.
• The Committee on Children & Youth hearing on Tuesday, October 10 at 2 p.m. at...more
Mayor Kenney To Veto Ban on Supervised Injection Sites-
Mayor Jim Kenney plans to veto legislation that would prohibit supervised injection sites in most of the city, saying the bill is “troublingly anti-science and...more
Last week the City Council had an eventful return from summer recess, unanimously voting to override a mayoral veto on cannabis legislation, allowing for recreational marijuana sales at existing medical marijuana facilities....more
Philadelphia Democratic State Representative Announces Candidacy for Attorney General-
State Rep. Jared Solomon (D-Philadelphia) announced that he is seeking the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania Attorney General....more
Councilmember Johnson Running for Council President-
District 2 City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson announced his candidacy for city council president in February, making him one of five members running to succeed Council...more
Mayor Kenney, Labor Leaders Promote City Jobs, Benefits Amid Ongoing Staffing Shortage-
On Monday, Mayor Jim Kenney joined several of Philadelphia’s top organized labor leaders to promote thousands of open city jobs —...more
Upcoming Committee Hearings-
Philadelphia City Council holds several public hearings throughout the legislative calendar. Watch the hearings here.
The Committee on Education will hold a public hearing on Wednesday,...more
Race for City Council President-
Although the upcoming November City Council elections are just around the corner, experts have already changed gears and are looking ahead to the January 2024 council president race eager to...more
City Council is Out for the Summer; What Will Fall Bring?
City Council is officially on summer recess, but there are plenty of high-profile issues that are sure to be front and center when the legislative body reconvenes in...more
Philadelphia City Council holds several public hearings throughout the legislative calendar.
•The Committee on Streets & Services will be holding a public hearing today at 10 a.m. to discuss several ordinances related to...more
Last week, the majority of City Council members backed a budget amendment authored by District 3 Councilmember Jamie Gauthier that would allocate $72 million toward various quality-of-life issues across Philadelphia,...more
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City Council Hears Testimony From School District Leadership on FY24 Budget-
On Tuesday, City Council heard testimony from School District of Philadelphia officials regarding the city’s proposed FY24 budget...more