Legislation

Fairmount Park Commission Leases Rose Recreation Center to Overbrook Park Civic Association for Community Programs

A new lease agreement between the city and a local civic association brings fresh hope to the long-neglected Rose Recreation Center, where community events will soon revive a beloved spot in West Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.

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City Leases Belmont Mansion to Non-Profit for Underground Railroad Museum Revitalization Efforts

Philly's historic Belmont Mansion is poised to become a major tourist attraction after the city leased the property to a non-profit group vowing to revitalize the site into a world-class Underground Railroad Museum, sparking hopes of economic growth and cultural rebirth in West Philly.

070999

Surveillance Cameras Rolling Out Citywide to Boost Safety at Popular Parks and Rec Centers

Surveillance cameras are set to be installed in all Class A and Class B recreational facilities to enhance safety, following a City Council vote. Recreation Department-run parks and recreation centers will now have the added security measure.

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City Buildings Must Meet Accessibility Standards Before Renovations Receive Taxpayer Funding Boost

Low-Income Philly Tenants to See Rent Control Protections Expand as City Council Proposes Stricter Limits on Evictions and Increases in Allowed Rent Hikes. The measure aims to prevent displacement of vulnerable residents during a housing market surge.

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Council seeks to set aside 10% of recreation center programs for children with autistic disorders.

This bill requires one Class A Recreation Center to dedicate 10% of its programs and budget for children with autistic disorders.

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Council sought to revise Cinnaminson Street's layout, increase its width and add a turnaround.

City officials are set to redraw the map for a portion of Cinnaminson Street, widening it and adding a new cul-de-sac turnaround. The changes will affect the street's layout from Smick Street to Silverwood Street.

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City Approves Plan to Pave 1,454 Feet of Cinnaminson Street from Smick to Cul-De-Sac Turnaround

Cinnaminson Street in Philadelphia will be paved from Smick Street to a nearby turnaround after City Council approval. The city can now either award a contract for the work or have the responsible party file an agreement and bond.

071004

School bus companies in Philadelphia must install three-point seatbelts on all buses serving city students.

A new safety measure is set to roll out on Philly school buses: by the start of next semester, thousands of students will be buckled in with three-point seatbelts as they head to class.

070950

Philadelphia Council Mandates Special Needs Training for Every Large City Recreation Center

Philly's 22 largest recreation centers must hire specialized staff or train existing employees to cater to kids with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities by year's end, under new council rules.

070951

City Transfers $220,000 in Funds to Audit Office Amid Ongoing Budget Review Process

Millionaire-occupied neighborhoods will be subject to stricter property tax enforcement under a new proposal aimed at closing loopholes that have cost the city millions in revenue.

070952

Wheelchair Lift Vehicles Must Display Notice on Rear and Sides

Homeless Service Providers Could See Increased Funding Under New Council Proposal The proposal would provide an estimated $2 million in additional annual funding to support social service providers who work with Philadelphia's homeless population.

070909

City Hall Speeds Up Payments to Vendors, Subcontractors Under New Prompt Payment Mandate

Small businesses cry foul over long wait times for city payments; a new ordinance seeks to slash delays, requiring timely checks within 30 days for 1,000s of vendors and subcontractors.

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Council sought to revise Philadelphia City Plan by striking streets and widening Cinnaminson Street.

Mansion Street and Fowler Street are set to be erased from the City Plan, making way for a widened Cinnaminson Street with a new cul-de-sac.

070874

Haddington Gets Its Name Back: Local Rec Center Renamed with Neighborhood's Honors

This bill renames a recreation center from 'Marshall L.

070825

Sidewalk Cafe Hours Restricted in City's Central Business Districts

This bill limits the operating hours of sidewalk cafes in certain areas of Philadelphia, specifically between midnight and 8AM.

070694

Philadelphia Council Boosts Parking Permit Fees in Select Neighborhoods to $100 Per Vehicle

This bill increases parking permit fees in specific areas of Philadelphia to $100 per vehicle for households with more than one car.

070695

Sorrento Road intersection to get new traffic lights and stop signs proposal put forward

Traffic revisions are coming to Sorrento Road and Conshohocken Avenue, with a new traffic light being installed, stop signs added on 47th Street, and an existing light removed from 47th Street and Conshohocken Avenue. The changes aim to improve safety at the Southwest Philly intersection.

070696

Philadelphia Fines for Public Urination and Defecation Increased to Up to $500

Philly Businesses Get Reprieve from Late Night Noise Ordinances Under New Council Bill Allowing Extended Hours for Restaurants and Bars Near Hospitals. This bill grants temporary reprieve on noise ordinances in areas surrounding hospitals, allowing restaurants and bars to stay open later than usual due to staffing shortages during the pandemic.

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Variable Speed Limit Signs and Pedestrian Signals Coming to Philly Streets for Disabled and Seniors

Philadelphia pedestrians with disabilities and seniors are about to get a helping hand on city streets, as variable speed limits and pedestrian signals tailored for their needs are set to roll out across the city.

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Philadelphia Drivers Must Stop 10 Feet Back When Passing Wheelchair Lift Vehicles on City Streets

Philadelphia drivers who fail to give adequate space to mobility-impaired vehicles will face fines under new city regulations mandating a 10-foot buffer zone for wheelchair lift-equipped buses and vans.

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