Legislation

City to Finance Construction of New Forensics Laboratory for Philadelphia Police Department

City to finance construction of new forensics lab for Philadelphia Police Department through Service Agreement with Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development.

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City Council Approves Financing Pact for New Police Headquarters at North Broad and Callowhill Streets

City Council Approves Pact to Finance New Police HQ at North Broad and Callowhill Streets with a Service Agreement between the City and Philadelphia Municipal Authority. The pact clears the way for the acquisition of two properties for use as police headquarters.

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City Council Approves $44.8 Million Funding Boost for Philadelphia Gas Works Amid Budget Forecast Revisions

Philadelphia Gas Works receives $44.8 million funding boost from city council, with amendments to FY2026 Capital Budget and revised forecast for FY2027-2031 capital budgets under new constraints and conditions.

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Philadelphia City Council Approves PGW Budget Amid Ongoing Infrastructure Upgrade Plans Continues

Philadelphia Gas Works gets $208 million budget approval from City Council, as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrade plans. The budget and revised forecast for future years were submitted by the corporation managing PGW's operations.

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City Treasurer Clears Path for New Payroll Banking Deal with Citizens Bank National Association

City Treasurer cleared to sign deal with Citizens Bank for payroll banking services, pending contract terms that safeguard city interests. Council President Johnson and Gilmore Richardson sponsored the authorization.

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Philadelphia Approves Plan to Refinance Youth Center Bonds and Revise Municipal Leases

City Council Approves Plan to Refinance Bonds Issued for Youth Center Facility, Makes Lease Changes with Philadelphia Municipal Authority.

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Philadelphia Council OKs Plan to Borrow Up to 578 Million Dollars for Major Infrastructure Projects

Philadelphia City Council has authorized borrowing up to $578 million through bond sales to fund capital projects like infrastructure improvements. The funds will support various municipal investments across the city.

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City Council Moves to Waive Parking Tax for Bus Loading Facilities Starting Next Spring

Bus loading facilities to escape parking tax starting next spring in Philadelphia. The change, effective May 1, 2026, would exempt these facilities from the city's Parking Tax under certain terms and conditions.

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Philadelphia Council Updates Rules on Non-Bid Contracts Exemptions for Small Businesses

Philadelphia Council updates rules for non-bid contracts, exempting small businesses from certain requirements if they meet specific conditions. Small business entities will no longer be subject to certain contract restrictions under the updated rules.

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Council Proposes Preference for Small, Local Firms in City Contract Bidding Process

City Council proposes giving local and small businesses a new preference in bidding for City contracts, adding to existing preferences for community development corporations and minority-owned businesses.

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City Contractors Required to Disclose Bond Costs Under New Law

City contractors must now disclose and monitor the cost of performance and payment bonds for certain contracts. Changes take effect immediately under revised procurement rules.

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Council Proposes Question to Change City's Contractor Preference Policy in Upcoming Election Ballot

Councilors Johnson and Gilmore Richardson propose putting a question on the November ballot to change how the city buys goods and services, favoring small businesses and raising competitive bidding limits. The changes would go before voters in a special election.

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Philadelphia Commissions Lock in Stable Energy Prices Through Multi-Year Contracts

Philly's energy bills are about to get a lot more predictable: a new plan would lock in stable prices on electricity, natural gas, and diesel fuel for city buildings and vehicles through 2026.

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City Council Proposes Revised Budget for Fiscal 2026 Capital Projects to Save Taxpayers Millions Daily

Philadelphia taxpayers could save millions of dollars thanks to a City Council proposal to slash funding for stalled capital projects, freeing up cash for new initiatives in education and public safety. The revised budget aims to cut waste and inefficiency.

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City Council Passes Six-Year Budget Plan with Revised Capital Program Totals

Councilmember Johnson's proposed budget changes would slash funding for street maintenance, but allocate millions more for affordable housing initiatives targeting low-income seniors. Funding for Philadelphia's popular Summer Youth Employment Program is at risk under new proposals unveiled by Council's Budget Committee yesterday.

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City Seeks To Simplify And Equalize Costly Asbestos Removal Fees For Homeowners And Businesses

City officials are revamping asbestos removal fees in an effort to make them more transparent and equitable for both homeowners and businesses. The changes aim to clarify and standardize requirements.

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Philadelphia Clarifies Cell Tower Rental Fee Under Realty Use and Occupancy Tax Law

Cell tower owners in Philadelphia must immediately pay rental fees based on market value, according to a new law clarifying how the Realty Use and Occupancy Tax applies to cell towers on private property.

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City Council Proposes Higher Fees for Philly Businesses Seeking Air Pollution Permits Daily

Philadelphia businesses could face higher fees for air pollution permits under a proposed change to the city's Air Management Code, with sponsors Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson backing the shift.

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City Council Unveils Ambitious Six-Year Budget Blueprint for Philly's Future Development and Infrastructure

Philadelphia City Council has approved a six-year capital program for 2027-2032, with estimated costs totaling $22.1 billion to fund various city infrastructure and development projects.

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Philadelphia Council Unveils Plan to Pour $1 Billion into City Infrastructure Upgrades Next Year

City Council proposes a $7.59 billion budget for major city projects and repairs next year, outlined in an attached exhibit. The plan is sponsored by Council President Johnson and Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.

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