Legislation

Authority Seeks Control of Strawberry Mansion Properties for Proposed Housing Development Project Underway

Strawberry Mansion residents fear displacement as Philly Housing Authority targets 25 homes and vacant lots for proposed $15 million redevelopment that could boost neighborhood's affordable housing stock.

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Mantua Redevelopment Plan Gets Major Overhaul with Acquisition of 17 Properties Approved

This bill amends a redevelopment proposal for the Mantua Urban Renewal Area in North Philadelphia, allowing for the acquisition of 17 properties and providing relocation services.

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City Council OKs Tenth Amendment to Haddington Urban Renewal Plan Amid Push for Land Acquisition and Relocation Services

Philadelphia Residents with Outstanding Warrant Fees May Soon Get a Second Chance as City Council Advances Bill to Waive Some Fines. A new proposal seeks to wipe clean thousands of dollars in fines owed by Philadelphians struggling with poverty and homelessness, sparking debate among council members and community advocates.

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City Signs Deal to Occupy Curtis Center Space as Philly Agencies Consolidate Operations Downtown

Philadelphia city agencies will be on the move again as the city signs a deal to occupy prime office space in the historic Curtis Center, prompting concerns about parking and pedestrian safety downtown.

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City OKs $250,000 Grant to Help Family Practice and Counseling Network Relocate to New Location

A new home is in store for the Family Practice and Counseling Network, which will receive up to $250,000 to relocate from its current South Philly location to a larger facility nearby. The funding boost aims to support over 20 staff members.

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