SEPTA’s new fiscal year begins July 1st, 2025 and without a state funding solution, SEPTA will be forced to enact a plan that will ultimately lead to the dismantlement of the system. This will impact every resident of Philadelphia and its surrounding areas as it will lead to grid
City Council passed legislation opposing recent federal actions, including DEI rollbacks. Councilmember Brian O’Neill left the meeting early and requested to vote against resolution 250130 condemning the work of DOGE.
Philadelphia residents expressed almost unanimous opposition to placing the proposed 76 Place Arena in Market East. Bills 240963 and 240964 passed 10-3, thus advancing the 76Place project to the next legislative phase.
Several public commenters expressed concern over the development at 1601 Washington Avenue by OCF. The design team was not present to respond to the committee or public commenters, and will return for a second review with the CDRC.
The committee reviewed the School District of Philadelphia’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget plan in accordance with Philadelphia Home Rule Charter requirements. Bill 240336 for Chestnut Hill NCO was placed on a 45-day hold due to public commenters pushing back on PCPC's ruling.
This meeting focused on the election of new Chairman and Vice Chairperson of SEPTA's board, in addition to news of new funding from the federal and state governments. SEPTA riders shared concerned about the postponement of the Bus Revolution.
