Legislation

City Approves Five-Year Concession Deal for Mobile Food Vendors at City Parks With 13RIVER15 LLC

Mobile food vendors are getting a new home at Philly parks under a 5-year deal approved by City Council, but some critics warn it could squeeze out smaller operators from competing for spots. A long-awaited plan to bring more amenities to city beaches has stalled in City Hall after council members expressed concerns over the potential impact on existing vendors and taxpayers.

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City Prepares to Convey Land at 2518 E. Clearfield Street to PAL Via PAID Amid Contingent Agreement

Philadelphia Mayor Signs Off on Plan to Sell City Land at 2518 E. Clearfield Street to PAL, But Only if Developer Agrees to Give Proceeds Back to City. City Council Bill Clears Hurdle for Sale of Small Plot on E. Clearfield Street, but With Strings Attached for the Developer.

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Philadelphia Parade Permit Holders Must Reimburse City for Excess Costs Under New Ordinance

Thousands of Philly street festival organizers will need to dip into their wallets after city council approves new rules making them financially responsible for cleanup and security costs beyond a $10,000 cap.

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City Purchases Kensington & Tacony Industrial Track Parcel for Fairmount Park Commission

This bill authorizes the City of Philadelphia to purchase a parcel of land known as part of the Kensington & Tacony Industrial Track from the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development and places it under the care of the Fairmount Park Commission.

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