Monthly Archives: October 2021
PACDC Submits Testimony Regarding Barriers and Solutions to Preserving Community Gardens and Open Spaces
On October 29th, 2021, PACDC submitted testimony regarding Bill # 210838 that addresses our need to find solutions to preserving community gardens and open spaces in Philadelphia as well as a broader issue of properties currently tied to Real Estate Tax liens sold many years ago. PACDC calls on the City to spend the resources […]
VICTORY! Mandatory Funding for the Housing Trust Fund Approved
Join the Fight to Build an Equitable Philadelphia More than 124,846 Philadelphians voted to address Philadelphia’s affordable housing crisis, and we’re just getting started! On Tuesday, November 2nd, nearly 70% of Philadelphia voters gave a resounding YES to Ballot Question 4. This means that the City must set aside 0.5% of its annual budget, or […]
PACDC Submits Testimony Regarding the Neighborhood Preservation Initiative Program Statement & Year 1 Budget
On October 6th, 2021 PACDC submitted written testimony in support of a City Council Resolution # 210681 regarding the Neighborhood Preservation Initiative Program statement and Year 1 budget. PACDC applauds City Council and President Clarke on this bold initiative to bring more resources sooner to communities suffering from inequity, violence, lack of economic opportunities, substandard […]
PACDC Submits Testimony on Public Safety Impacts on Neighborhood Commercial Corridors
On October 4, 2021, PACDC submitted testimony in regards to city council resolution #210693. PACDC regularly convenes Commercial Corridor Working Group meetings and is also facilitating a Problem Solving Learning Lab focused on addressing the impact of nuisance businesses and activities on commercial corridors. As you know, neighborhood businesses have been impacted by the pandemic, […]