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 Geeting

What 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 Geeting

How 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 Geeting

Yo, 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 Geeting

What 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 Geeting

Leaving 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 Geeting

Congress, 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 Geeting

An 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 Geeting

Will 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 Geeting

Getting 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