Legislation

Toxic Herbicides Banned from Philly Parks and Rec Centers Under New City Law

Philadelphia's 250 parks and rec centers will soon ditch harsh chemicals in favor of eco-friendly methods under a new law aimed at protecting children and wildlife from toxic herbicides. Residents who live near city greenspaces are cheering the move to safer alternatives.

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Pennypack Street Added to Fairmount Park Commission's Jurisdiction Under Specific Terms

Philadelphia's Taxi Medallion Prices Could Plummet Under New Regulations Proposed for City Council Vote The proposed legislation would lower the cost of medallions from $200,000 to $70,000, a move that could help struggling cab drivers stay on the road.

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City Approves Land Lease Deal Allowing Historic Philly Tours and Events in Franklin Square Boundaries

Philly's iconic Franklin Square is set to host more events and tours, as the city council approved a land lease deal that paves the way for Historic Philadelphia, Inc. to operate within the historic park boundaries.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Undergo Major Overhaul as City Council Votes to Redraw Map Boundaries Slowly

Rush hour just got real for drivers on Roosevelt Blvd: a massive 238-acre swathe of Ben Franklin's namesake park is about to become off-limits for new construction projects.

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City Accepts Land from School District, Transfers Ownership to Fairmount Park Commission

Residents of West Philly's Cobbs Creek neighborhood are celebrating as their community park is set to expand, with 4.5 acres of vacant school property becoming part of Fairmount Park; new playground equipment is already in the works.

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West Philadelphia Neighborhood Gets New Parkland as City Expands Fairmount Park Jurisdiction

Long-neglected lot on 22nd Street becomes public green space as City Council votes to annex 5-acre plot into Fairmount Park system, bringing much-needed parkland to West Philadelphia residents.

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City OKs Land Swap with Fountain Street Owner in Fairmount Park Deal Goes Down

Neighborhood residents face displacement as Philadelphia paves way for new construction on Fountain Street, trading 292 sq ft of public parkland for developer's 1,000 sq ft plot. (Note: revised to make it a punchy two-sentence opening)

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City Council Approves 10-Year Lease For Environmental Education Hub in Cobbs Creek Park Area

The City Council allows a non-profit organization to use a portion of Fairmount Park for environmental education purposes under a 10-year license agreement.

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