City of Philadelphia Launches New Phila.gov Website

Philadelphia, PA - The City of Philadelphia today launched the new phila.gov website, a milestone in the multi-year effort to transform the site into a modern, flexible portal focused on improving the way residents interact with government services.

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Philadelphia, PA - Made in America on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway has become a parkway staple since 2012, but this may end up being the final year for the music event which in the past included entertainers such as Beyoncé, Kanye West, J. Cole, and Solange.

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Philadelphia, PA - The City of Philadelphia more than $9 million in state financial support awarded to help support traffic signal enhancements under the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) “Green Light-Go” program. The award is going to aid signal improvements and improvements along specific corridors for the increased safety and mobility throughout the City.

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Philadelphia, PA - Mayor Jim Kenney today announced the programming highlights for the third Philly Free Streets program happening on August 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. During remarks on North Broad Street, City officials touted the community collaboration that has led to this year’s programming.

Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Stormwater Rates Increases Comming

Philadelphia, PA - Board Chair Sonny Popowsky announced today that the Rate Board has issued its Rate Determination governing water, sewer, and storm water rates in Philadelphia for Fiscal Years (FY) 2019 and 2020. The Rate Determination was filed with the City’s Department of Records yesterday afternoon.

Philadelphia Removes 8,000 Signs During Illegal Sign Round-up

Philadelphia, PA - The City’s Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet announced today that more than 8,000 illegal signs collected during the City’s first Illegal Signs Round-up. 24 community groups from across the city participated in organized efforts to take down the signs in June.