Legislation

City Purchases Land Along Delaware River and Kensington & Tacony Trail for Public Recreation

This bill allows the City of Philadelphia to purchase and acquire land along the Delaware River and Kensington & Tacony Trail for public recreation use.

110875

City Officials Scramble to Reallocate Millions Within General Fund Ahead of Fiscally Tight Fiscal Year 2011 Deadline

Philadelphia Homeowners May Be Protected From Foreclosure With New Ordinance Requiring Banks to Notify Residents Before Auctioning Their Properties at Public Sale.

110782

City Transfers Millions Within Water Fund to Plug Gaps in Budget Amid Revenue Shortfalls Rising

Millions meant for fixing broken water mains and upgrading treatment plants will be redirected to plug budget holes elsewhere, leaving Philadelphia's aging infrastructure at risk of further decay.

110783

Delaware Avenue and Buckius Street Roadwork to be Completed in City Plan Revision

This bill revises the City Plan to reflect updated road layouts and authorizes the opening of new sections of Delaware Avenue and Buckius Street in Fishtown.

110648

Trucks Banned from Parking on Bath Street Between Hedley and Orthodox Streets

Residents of Northeast Philadelphia's Castor Gardens neighborhood are breathing a sigh of relief as trucks will no longer be able to clog up the narrow streets, particularly on Bath Street between Hedley and Orthodox Streets, starting immediately.

110649

City to Acquire Road Beds Along Delaware Avenue and Buckius Street

This bill authorizes the city to acquire land under certain streets for future development.

110650

City Clears Way for PAID to Buy 2-Acre Property on Ashton Road for Potential Development

Philadelphia's Affordable Housing Crisis Worsens as City Council Approves Bill Allowing PAID to Buy Land on Ashton Road; Homeless Shelters and Affordable Units Might Soon be Built Nearby.

110632

City Council Moves to Shave 5,500 Feet Off End of Delaware Avenue in Northeast Philly

Philadelphia Homeless Shelter Operators Protest New Bill Limiting Overnight Guests to 30 Days City Council is considering legislation that would limit the number of consecutive nights a person can stay at city-funded shelters to 30 days, sparking concerns from advocates who say it will push more people onto the streets.

110611

City Council Approves Plans to Shut Down Stretch of Unruh Avenue Near Riverfront for Revamp

This bill allows for a portion of Unruh Avenue to be closed to vehicular traffic and revised on City Plan No.

110551

City Leases Land at Water Plant to Municipal Authority for Cogeneration Facility Construction

A massive cogeneration plant is coming to North Philly's water pollution control plant, with the city set to hand over prime real estate to a municipal authority to build a new energy hub that will power homes and businesses.

110517

City Leases Cogeneration System from Philly Authority to Power Northeast Water Treatment Plant

This bill allows the City to lease a cogeneration system from the Philadelphia Municipal Authority for the Northeast Water Pollution Control Plant.

110518-A

City Lands Swap Proposed with Frankford Arsenal for Expanded Kensington and Tacony Trail System

This bill authorizes the exchange of a small parcel of city-owned land in the Kensington & Tacony Trail for a parcel in the Frankford Arsenal, to be incorporated into the trail.

110367

Farmers' Markets Permitted on Frankford Avenue Sidewalk in Northeast Philadelphia

This bill allows farmers' markets to be set up on a specific sidewalk in Northeast Philadelphia, on Frankford Avenue between Bustleton and Pratt Streets.

110368

Finance Director Taps Into Departmental Funds to Shore Up Budget Deficits Citywide

This bill allows the Director of Finance to transfer funds from certain City offices and departments to make up for budget shortfalls in the General Fund.

110294

City Council Approves $450K Transfer Within Fleet Management Budget to Cover Ongoing Expenses

In a last-minute move, City Council voted to shift $450K from the Water Department's fleet budget to cover ongoing expenses, leaving some wondering if residents will see a hike in water rates to fill the financial gap.

110295

City Transfers 12 Million Dollars to Tech Division Amid Calls for Transparency in Spending

Philly residents will be on the hook for $12 million more in tech upgrades, despite growing concerns about transparency in city spending and accountability to taxpayers. A new measure would funnel funds into the city's tech division without public input or review.

110296

City Map Revision Clears Council: Delaware Avenue Segment Vacated Amid Infrastructure Overhaul Plans

Philadelphia Homeowners Face New Water Meter Fees as Council Approves Legislation Increasing Rates by Up to 25% Amid City-Wide Water System Upgrade. More than 100,000 households will see their bills rise in the coming months.

110273

Philadelphia Renames Cottman Avenue Public Health Center After Esteemed Community Leader Judge Edward B. Rosenberg

A beloved judge's legacy will live on in Northeast Philly: a public health center is set to be renamed after Judge Edward B. Rosenberg, who dedicated his life to helping the city's most vulnerable residents.

110207

Frankford Sewer Project Gains Momentum as Council Approves Rights-of-Way Through Former Arsenal Property

A long-awaited sewer upgrade in Frankford is one step closer to reality as city council members vote to clear the way for critical infrastructure through the historic Frankford Arsenal site. Neighbors along Tacony Street can finally see relief from frequent flooding.

110182

City Extends Deadline Two Years for Right-Of-Way Development on Brill Street and Harbison Avenue

Property owners along Brill Street and Harbison Avenue are given another two years to comply with city regulations on development of their shared right-of-way, but nearby residents still voice concerns about parking and safety.

110071