Voice: Jon Geeting
Let’s Make County Government a Thing in PA
It would be fairer, more efficient and better for all the towns in the state, says Philly 3.0’s engagement director. Join him and The Citizen for an event next week that explores what regionalism could mean for our local economy
By Jon GeetingWhat Philly Should Watch For in Biden’s Infrastructure Plan
Now is the time to implement major infrastructure and transportation changes that will benefit Philadelphians
By Jon GeetingHow Fast Will Philly’s Budget Recover From Covid?
The federal recovery act and some projections indicate it could be faster than expected. But, Philly 3.0’s engagement editor notes, the news isn’t all good
By Jon GeetingYo, Mayor Kenney—Vaccinate Election Workers!
In every other county, poll workers qualify for vaccines. Philly 3.0’s engagement director launched a petition urging Philly to do the same.
By Jon GeetingWhat the American Rescue Act Means for Philly
Congress just allotted a much-needed windfall to post-pandemic Philly. Now it’s time, Philly 3.0’s engagement director urges, to decide on our priorities
By Jon GeetingLeaving Money on the Table
Rising house prices should mean rising tax revenue to help close Philly’s budget gap. Too bad, Philly 3.0’s engagement director notes, the City’s property office is still too dysfunctional to reassess values
By Jon GeetingCongress, Don’t Cut Local Covid-19 Aid
The Covid Relief Bill includes much-needed funding for city services—if, Philly 3.0’s engagement director cautions, Congress doesn’t take it away
By Jon GeetingAn Answer to Philly’s Budget Woes?
Mayor Kenney announced a $450 million budget shortfall. How much of that, Philly 3.0’s engagement director wonders, could the City make up by selling its vacant land?
By Jon GeetingWill Philly Be Ready For the Vaccine Surge?
President Biden has promised that vaccine supply is ahead of schedule. Philly 3.0’s engagement editor wonders: Can Mayor Kenney and other leaders agree on a plan to get the shots in arms?
By Jon GeetingGetting Vaccines Right
The Philly Fighting Covid fiasco was an unforced error. Philly 3.0’s engagement director warns that it may force an overcorrection from city officials that we can’t afford.
By Jon Geeting