Legislation

City Council Votes Unanimously to Revise Budget Transfers Amid Fiscal 2025 Deadline Looming

Philadelphia's Finances on Thin Ice: City Council Approves Emergency Measure to Streamline Budget Transfers, Giving Cash-Strapped Agencies a Lifeline Amid Tight Fiscal Deadline.

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City Officials Revise Capital Budget to Reflect Changes in Funding for Major Infrastructure Projects

Philadelphia's $1 billion capital budget is getting a major overhaul as city officials scramble to rebalance funding for crucial projects like new streetlights and sewer upgrades, leaving some communities eagerly awaiting improved infrastructure.

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City Council Boosts FY20 Capital Budget by 64 Million Amid Municipal Spending Hike Proposal

A proposed 10% hike in municipal spending would hit Philadelphia homeowners with a projected $18 tax increase, sparking debate among council members about the city's fiscal priorities and financial accountability.

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