This week in Council

City Approves Plan to Widen Pedestrian Space on Pine Street by Relocating Watts Street Curbs

This bill allows for the relocation of curblines on Watts Street between Pine Street and a point northwardly from Pine Street, making way for pedestrian space.

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Washington Avenue Parking Restrictions Take Effect, Following Passage of City Code Amendment

Philadelphia Business Owners Reel as Proposed Ban on Single-Use Plastics Could Cost Them Thousands; Aims to curb litter, protect waterways, and align with city's sustainability goals by 2025.

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Philadelphia Council Passes Bill Expanding Parking Meter Fees in Center City and University City

Philadelphia's parking landscape is about to change dramatically: drivers will soon face new restrictions and higher fees in Center City and University City as a result of council-approved regulations aimed at easing congestion.

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City Officials Gear Up to Vacate Land on Haverford Avenue for Municipal Projects Under New Proposal

Philadelphia's Proposed Living Wage Ordinance Would Require Contractors to Pay City Workers $15 Per Hour Starting Next Year, Affecting Thousands of Municipal Employees. The plan would mandate a higher minimum wage for city contractors working on projects that involve over $1 million in city funding or assistance.

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Red Light Cameras Authorized at 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue Intersection

Drivers who run red lights on South Philly's busiest streets are in for a wake-up call as city officials bring high-tech traffic enforcement to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue starting next month. The new cameras will start snapping photos of offenders, with fines mailed directly to their doors.

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Council Votes to Ban All Parking and Stopping on Saybrook Ave Through 46th Street Neighborhood

This bill establishes 'no stopping anytime' parking regulations on Saybrook Avenue, from Melville Street to 46th Street.

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Farmers Markets Expand onto Baltimore Ave Between 58th and 59th Streets Under Strict Guidelines

Community Land Trusts Get Tax Break in Philadelphia as City Council Votes to Exempt Non-Profits from Certain Property Taxes City residents who live in community land trusts will get a tax break under a new policy aimed at preserving affordable housing and community spaces.

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Truck Parking Ban Takes Hold on 53rd Street and Whitby Avenue Neighborhoods Overnight

Residential streets in the Whitby neighborhood will soon be off-limits to trucks overnight as a new parking ban takes effect, aimed at reducing noise and traffic congestion for local residents. Homeowners on 53rd Street and Whitby Avenue are breathing a sigh of relief tonight.

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Osler Circle's Curblines and Curb Elevations Revised Under City Plan No. 269

This bill allows for changes to Osler Circle's curblines, cartway width, and curb elevations from Civic Center Boulevard to a point northwestwardly of it and from Curie Boulevard to a point southeastwardly of it.

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Council OKs Revamping City Map to Axe Fifty-First Street and Make Room for Utility Lines Expansion

This bill allows the city to remove Fifty-First Street from a portion of City Plan No.

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Red Light Cameras Installed on Busy Corner of Front and Hunting Park Avenues Amid Safety Concerns

Residents who speed through the busy corner of Front and Hunting Park Avenues will soon be caught on camera, as a new safety measure aims to reduce the alarming number of near-misses and accidents in the area.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Make Meadow Street Two-Way from Paul to Frankford Amid Community Hopes for Easier Commutes

This bill makes Meadow Street between Paul Street and Frankford Avenue a two-way street.

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Gillingham Street Becomes Two-Way Street Between Mulberry and Tackawanna Streets

This bill makes Gillingham Street between Mulberry and Tackawanna Streets a two-way street.

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Streets Department Gets Authority to Regulate Traffic and Parking in Specific Philadelphia Area

This bill gives the Philadelphia Streets Department the authority to regulate traffic flow and parking on certain streets in a specific area bounded by Wyoming Avenue, 9th Street, Pike Street, and Rising Sun Avenue.

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City Council Approves Bulk Front Addition for Fernandez Brothers Group Inc. Project on East Wyoming Avenue

Fernandez Brothers Group Inc.'s East Wyoming Avenue project gets a reprieve from zoning restrictions, but with strings attached: the development will be allowed to stand despite exceeding local building limits.

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Bike Lane Established on Grays Ferry Avenue from 34th Street to Washington Avenue

Proposal to Ban Single-Use Plastics in Philly Restaurants Takes Shape as Council Votes to Restrict Carryout Containers and Straws Tonight City residents who frequent cafes, restaurants, and food trucks may soon see changes to their favorite eateries' take-out habits under new legislation aimed at reducing plastic waste.

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City Plan Revised as Broad Street Drainage Project Sparks Change in Neighborhood Infrastructure

This bill allows the City to modify a section of its city plan to accommodate new infrastructure for drainage, water mains, and gas lines in certain areas of Philadelphia.

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City Officials Revise City Plan Adding Missing Piece of Sixty-Seventh Street to Official Map

This bill allows a portion of Sixty-Seventh Street to be added back onto the city map, connecting it with another part of the street that was previously separated from the rest by the Schuylkill River.

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Philadelphia Extends Deadline for Developers to Comply with Montour Street Vacancy Terms

Developers on Montour Street have been given an extra year to renovate vacant storefronts and comply with city regulations, but the delay is sparking concerns among community activists who say it's a missed opportunity for revitalization.

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Trucks Barred Near Neighborhood Hubs in North Philly's 9th Ward as Safety Measures Take Hold

Philadelphia Homeowners to Face Stricter Regulations on Renting Out Properties as City Seeks to Curb Evictions and Over-Tourism A proposed law would require property owners to register rentals with the city, pay a fee, and adhere to strict standards for habitability and safety in residential areas.

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City Council Approves Bike Lane on West Market Street Between 20th and 23rd Streets Despite Local Business Opposition

This bill creates a bike lane on West Market Street between 20th and 23rd Streets, removing one travel lane and some parking spots to make room for cyclists.

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Council Adjusts Population Counts For Philly's 10 Districts To Reflect Prison Data In New Boundaries

This bill adjusts the population estimates for each of Philadelphia's Councilmanic Districts to include data from state and county prisons.

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Bike Lane Added to Lindbergh Boulevard Between 58th and 65th Streets in Philadelphia

This bill adds a bike lane to Lindbergh Boulevard between 58th and 65th Streets in Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Council Votes To Toughen Water Quality Inspections For City Buildings Daily

Landlords must now pay $500 fines if their properties fail water quality inspections, a move aimed at protecting tenants from lead contamination in over 13,000 Philadelphia rental units.

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City Tightens Construction Permit Start Deadlines

This bill changes how long builders have to start a construction project after getting a permit.

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Parking Restrictions Enacted in Several Neighborhoods of Philadelphia

This bill establishes parking regulations in several neighborhoods by limiting the amount of time a vehicle can be parked on specific streets and at specific times.

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City Council Mandates Two-Hour Parking Limits on Clearview Street and North Broad Street Every Day of the Week

Residents and business owners who park on Clearview Street or North Broad Street may face fines if they linger longer than two hours, starting with Monday's morning rush hour.

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New Parking Rules Introduced for Bingham Street and Comly Street Neighborhood

Resident concerns about gridlocked streets have prompted City Council to impose two-hour parking limits on Comly and Bingham Streets, but business owners fear the move will suffocate their struggling shops.

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City Takes Aim at Littering with Tougher Penalties and Clear Definition of Short Dumping Offenses

Philadelphia Homeowners to Pay More in Fees, But City Council Says It'll Help Keep Neighborhoods Clean; The proposed fee hike on large properties would fund increased waste collection services and street cleaning efforts.

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Semitrailer and Truck Tractor Parking Fines Established on Philadelphia Streets

Philadelphia Residents Face 20% Hike in Water Bills as City Council Approves Rate Increase Amid Ongoing Budget Struggles The rate hike is set to take effect in July and will affect over 500,000 households, with the average monthly bill increasing by $12 for residential customers.

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Towing rules tightened for large trucks parked illegally in Philadelphia streets.

Tougher Tolls Ahead: Philly Council Votes to Raise Parking Meter Rates by $1 an Hour, Raising Revenue for City Services Amid Budget Constraints. The increase would bring the hourly rate from $6 to $7, generating an estimated $8 million annually for city coffers.

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Semitrailer Parking Restrictions Take Effect in Philly, Limiting Street Space for Large Trucks and Tractor Trailers

Proposed Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags Hits City Council, Targeting Major Retailers Like Walmart and Target in Philly Neighborhoods The legislation would prohibit the use of single-use plastic bags by major retailers in Philadelphia, aiming to reduce litter and protect local waterways from pollution.

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City Expands Illegal Dumping Enforcement to Include Private Contractors, Fines Reach Up to $150

Philadelphia Small Businesses Face New Fees, Requirements Under Proposed Zoning Law Changes The proposed changes would impose a minimum annual fee of $250 on small businesses with less than 10 employees and increase requirements for outdoor seating and signage.

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Philadelphia Schools Mandated to Install Drinking Fountains and Filtered Water Dispensers Citywide Starting This Fall

Philadelphia schools are getting a major hydration boost as a new city council law takes effect this fall, requiring thousands of new drinking fountains and water dispensers to quench students' thirst throughout the school year. The move aims to tackle water quality concerns in Philly's aging school buildings.

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Streets Department to Charge Homeowners Fees for Wheelchair-Accessible Sidewalk Repairs and Construction Work

Philadelphia homeowners with disabilities may soon face a new financial burden as city officials seek to repair and upgrade wheelchair-accessible sidewalks, raising concerns about equity and accessibility.

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City to Claim Small Portion of Right-of-Way Near Civic Center Boulevard for Drainage and Water Main Projects

This bill allows the city to remove a small portion of a right-of-way for drainage and water main purposes near Civic Center Boulevard and Osler Circle.

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Philadelphia Council Passes Revised Building Code Requiring Pre-Construction Surveys

Construction companies would be forced to notify nearby residents about disruptions in advance under new regulations aimed at stemming the tide of noise complaints on quiet city streets. The proposal also mandates detailed documentation of work done on impacted homes.

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