Legislation
546 bills matching Budget & Finance, died without a vote
City Greenlights Constellation Culinary Group to Run Event Planning and Catering at Fairmount Park Horticulture Center for Years
Constellation Culinary Group is set to manage event planning and catering at Fairmount Park's Horticulture Center under a multiyear agreement with the City of Philadelphia. The deal could last up to six years.
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Council sought to extend real estate tax exemption deadline for longtime owner-occupants.
Longtime homeowners in Philadelphia now have until January 31st to apply for real estate tax exemptions, giving them an extra four months to submit their applications. The deadline was previously set for September 30th this year.
230648
City Transfers 2.5 Million from Special Grants Fund to Fire Department's Personnel Budget Suddenly
Philadelphia's Fire Department is set to receive $2.5 million for personal services after City Council approved the transfer from a special grants fund in the city budget. The funds come from the Grants Revenue Fund and will be directed towards the Fire Department.
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Council seeks to host 2026 FIFA World Cup events in Philadelphia
Philadelphia has agreed to host events related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after City Council approved three multiyear deals with FIFA and its partners. The agreements will involve hosting duties and events in Philadelphia under specific terms and conditions.
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Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development Gets New Lease on Life with Extended Term
Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development gets 50-year lease extension, allowing it to continue issuing bonds and entering into contracts aiding economic development. The move extends its term of existence until approval of articles amendments by Secretary of the Commonwealth.
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Philadelphia Council Votes to Put Creation of City Music Office to a Special Election Vote
Voters will decide whether Philadelphia gets a Music Office after Councilmembers Oh and Bass successfully pushed their proposal to a special election ballot.
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Council Moves to Widen Access to Philly's Recreation Fund with Expanded Grant Process Begins
Philadelphia's Recreation Fund gets a boost as Council expands grant process, allowing At-Large members to bring proposals to funding board. New applicants can now access up to $1 billion annually in recreation dollars.
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Finance Director Gets Green Light to Transfer $2 Million for Philly Police Department Needs
Finance Director authorized to transfer $2 million from Grants Revenue Fund to the General Fund for the Police Department's materials, supplies and equipment. The funds will be used to meet departmental needs.
230010
City Hall Approves Plan to Grant Developers Tax Breaks for Building Affordable Housing Units
Philadelphia City Council has approved a plan offering developers tax breaks for building affordable housing units in designated areas. The incentives aim to boost Affordable Housing development in Philadelphia.
221015
City Offers Up To 1000 In Tax Credits For Volunteers Who Give Back To Their Neighborhoods
Homeowners and businesses can earn up to $1,000 in tax credits for performing eligible volunteer work in their neighborhoods under a new proposal from City Council members. The credits would be available to those who complete approved community service projects.
220657
City Council Proposes Steep Hike in Real Estate Taxes to Fund City Services and Schools This Year
Philadelphia homeowners can expect to pay higher real estate taxes starting next year, with city tax rates increasing to 57.19 cents per $100 of assessed value and school district tax rates rising to 82.79 cents per $100 of assessed value.
220578
City Council Moves to Give Itself New Powers to Block Big Property Assessment Hikes Locally
Councilmember Oh introduces legislation aimed at giving City Council more control over large property assessment hikes, requiring voters to approve any changes to this power in a future referendum.
220532
Philadelphia Homeowners Can Earn 10% Rebate for Punctual Tax Payments Starting March 31st Deadline
Philadelphia homeowners can earn a 10% rebate on real estate taxes if they pay by March 31st, with eligible residents required to submit an application and documentation. The rebate applies to primary residences only.
220531
Council Proposes Mandatory Disclosure of Property Assessment Methods
Philadelphia's Office of Property Assessment must now reveal its methods for calculating property values before issuing annual assessments, under a new city council requirement.
220530
City Makes Tax Records Website Accessible Within Days After State Filing Deadline
City makes tax records website accessible within days after state filing deadline, following a new law requiring public disclosure on city's website within 10 days.
220498
City Retirees Face New Rules on Working for City Without Losing Benefits After Passage of Reform Measure
City Council passes bill altering rules for city retirees working part-time while keeping retirement benefits intact. Retirees will face new contribution requirements if rehired and reemployed in certain circumstances.
220487
City Council Proposes Refund or Forgiveness for Low-Income Residents Hit by Rising Property Taxes Immediately
City Council proposes plan to forgive or refund property tax increases for low-income Philadelphia residents hit by rising taxes. The measure aims to provide relief from economic burden caused by increasing property values and taxes.
220486
Philadelphia Boosts Homestead Exemption Limits to Higher Amount Starting Next Tax Year Immediately
Philadelphia will exclude a higher amount from taxable property values starting next tax year, under a bill introduced by Councilmember O'Neill. The new exemption limit replaces the current $90,000 threshold.
220455
Low-Income Seniors Get Extra Time to Apply for Property Tax Relief in Philly
Low-income seniors in Philly have extra time to apply for property tax relief, getting a temporary reprieve from Real Estate Tax deadlines under certain terms and conditions. This is thanks to the efforts of 11 city council members who sponsored the bill.
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Philadelphia Council Proposes Big Boost to Homestead Exclusion in Property Tax Law Rewrite
Council President Clarke and Councilmember Parker propose raising the homestead exclusion from $65,000 to a new threshold for property taxes in Philadelphia, under certain conditions. The current tax law exclusion amounts vary by year.
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