Legislation

Council Proposes Special Election to Create Office of Food and Nutrition Security and Advisory Commission

Philadelphia City Council proposes special election to create office focused on food and nutrition security, with a corresponding advisory commission to promote access to healthy, affordable food.

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Philadelphia Council Proposes Stricter Security Measures for Senior Housing Facilities Across The City

Senior housing facilities in Philadelphia must implement enhanced security measures and emergency preparedness plans under a proposed city council bill authored by Councilmember Jones. The new rules aim to protect residents aged 62 and older living in facilities with ten or more units.

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Council proposes mandatory cart containment systems for certain Philadelphia retail businesses

Philadelphia retailers must now implement shopping cart containment systems to prevent carts from being taken out of their stores and parking areas, under new regulations approved by City Council.

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Developer Gets Green Light for Security Planters at Old US Post Office on Bustling Market Street Corner

This bill allows Brandywine Cira Post Office L.P.

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US Mint Gets Green Light to Install Anti-Terrorism Bollards Outside Philadelphia Facility

Philadelphia Council Votes to Give Uber a Break, Easing Restrictions for Ride-Sharing Services in City Limits Under the new rules, companies like Uber will face fewer regulations on vehicle caps, license fees, and background checks. Local ride-hailing drivers could see more opportunities for work.

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