Legislation

Philadelphia Hotel Industry Secures Special Levy Funding for Downtown Improvements

Council Approves Plan to Tax Ride-hailing Fares for Street Cleaning Amidst Growing Congestion Concerns A new fee on ride-hailing services will be imposed to support street cleaning efforts in Philadelphia, with drivers expected to absorb a significant increase in costs due to increased passenger volumes.

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City Council Proposes Hike in Real Estate Taxes to Fund Schools Amid Budget Crunch

Councilmembers Gym and Squilla propose increasing real estate taxes for city properties and school district properties to fund schools amidst a budget crunch. The updated tax rates would apply to property owners in Philadelphia starting with the 2014 tax year.

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Philadelphia School District Gains Power to Impose Real Estate Tax Under New Proposal

Low-Income Renters May Face Higher Water Bills Under Proposed City Council Measure; Some Advocates Warn of Unfair Burden on Vulnerable Communities.

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Frankford Special Services District Board Gets Bigger and a New Face Amid Shake Up in Leadership

The Frankford Special Services District is set for a leadership overhaul, as Philadelphia City Council votes on changes that will add two seats to its board and shake up the lineup, effective immediately.

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Council Proposes Big Change to Philly Home Rule Charter with Plan to Elect Council President by Voters

Council Proposes Direct Election of Council President, Making Key Changes to City Charter. A bill sponsored by Councilmember Goode would give voters a direct say in choosing the city's Council President.

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