Legislation

City Transfers More Tax Burden to Philly Schools, Maintaining Overall Rate Unchanged

City will transfer more tax burden to Philly Schools as part of unchanged overall rate. Philadelphia's taxpayers won't see a difference in their bill due to the shift from city to school district coffers.

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Philadelphia's Combined Real Estate Tax Rate to Reach 1% Threshold Starting with 2014 Budget Cycles

Philadelphia's real estate tax rate will rise to 1% as part of the City and School District's joint 2014 budget, affecting all property owners. Councilmember Kenney is behind the measure.

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Philadelphia Schools Get Power to Tax Building Occupants Amid Budget Cuts and Financial Strains

Philly schools aim to raise $100 million annually with new tax on building occupants, but landlords worry about passing costs to struggling tenants amidst record budget cuts and rising property values.

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City Seals Deals with School District on Long-Term Leases for Athletic Fields in Two City Neighborhoods

Neighborhood kids will soon have brand-new places to play ball as the city seals long-term deals on two public athletic fields in West Philly and Roxborough. The leases, which will last for three decades, are a win-win for local families and the school district's bottom line.

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