Legislation

City Moves Forward with Ambitious Plan to Expand Green Space Along Popular Waterways

The City of Philadelphia has authorized the Commissioner of Public Property to buy land along the Schuylkill River and Wissahickon Creek for public recreational purposes. The land acquisition is aimed at expanding green space in areas with popular waterways.

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City Seeks Land Along Delaware River for New Parks and Recreational Spaces Along Tacony Creek

Residents living near the Delaware River could see new green spaces as soon as next year, with a proposed purchase of 15 acres stretching from Tacony Street to the Frankford Arsenal Boat Launch. The city's Parks and Recreation Department would oversee development of the new parkland, bringing much-needed recreational facilities to a long-overlooked waterfront area.

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City Moves to Acquire Land Along Delaware River and Kensington & Tacony Trail for Public Recreation

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

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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.

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