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Property, Wages, or…? Stakeholders Argue Philadelphia’s Tax Policy

The discussion, titled “Philadelphia Taxes — Past, Present and Future.” was organized by the Pew Charitable Trusts and Temple University’s Center on Regional Politics.

2013/05/03

(Looking northwest from South Penn Square, near the Ritz-Carlton Residences. Credit: Paul Kurtz)

Work Proceeds Apace on Renovation of Dilworth Plaza, at Philadelphia City Hall

Work crews have begun the next phase of the massive renovation of Dilworth Plaza, on the west apron of City Hall.

2013/01/04

With Fanfare, Philadelphia’s Renovated ”Sister Cities Park” Reopens

Officials cut the ribbon one year to the day after ground was broken on the $5-million project that’s designed to draw visitors through a variety of amenities.

2012/05/10

(A newly planted tree is unveiled at 19th and Market Streets by Paul Levy of the Center City District, left, and Michael DiBerardinis of the city's Parks and Recreation Department. Credit: John McDevitt)

City of Philadelphia Digging In On Its Tree-Planting Mission

Thousands of dollars are being raised to increase the street canopy in Philadelphia.

2011/12/07

(Clear glass pyramidal entrances to underground transit, far left, and a huge section of lawn are among the features of the new Dilworth Plaza. Artist's rendering provided)

As Makeover Begins, Philadelphia Shows Off Vision For New Dilworth Plaza

The $50-million project has begun, and officials say it will completely transform the plaza above and below ground.

2011/12/01

(Detail of elementary school catchment map for center city Philadelphia.)

Part 1: Understanding School Catchment Areas

Many people now take school “catchment” zones into consideration when looking to buy a family home.

2011/09/30

Part 3: Good Schools Creating Housing Value

“For those people who are building and selling housing, one way to guarantee the continual value of that real estate is to make sure that the families who are living there have good schools,” says the head of a community services district.

2011/09/30

(Students perform in the 2010 "Winter Showcase" at Meredith Elementary School in Philadelphia. Photo provided)

Part 4: Improving The Schools To Improve The Neighborhood

“There has to be a strong parent organization that supports those schools if you expect the school to succeed,” says one local real estate agent.

2011/09/30

Philadelphia Lawmakers Back Plan To Allow Large, Electronic Signs Along Market St.

A Phialdelphia city council committee has given thumbs-up to a measure that would allow for large-scale electronic signage on Market Street East in center city.

2011/06/08

Makeover Begins For ‘Sister Cities’ Park, Just Off Logan Circle

Philadelphia’s “Sister Cities Park,” on Logan Square, is getting a facelift, designed with the “wow” factor in mind.

2011/05/10

Official Says Philadelphia Handled Recession Well At ‘State Of Center City’ Address

At the 20th annual “State of Center City” address, Paul Levy, president of the Center City District, said there are a lot of things that are being done right.

2011/04/20

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