Topic: Philadelphia Taxes
A Philadelphia Where Workers Can Afford to Live
If we want people who work in Philly to be able to live in Philly, change must start with bringing down the wage tax, argue champions of commercial real estate and urban development
By Natalie Shieh and Sarah Maginnis
A Dollar Won’t Do
City Council has one chance to get rideshare taxation right, says an urbanist and strategist. His solution combines the ideas of Parker, Uber and economics 101
By Russell Richie
Our Children Are Worth It, Even if Billionaires Disagree
The leader of a PA child advocacy group urges City Council to pass a rideshare tax to help fund schools
By Donna Cooper
How Philly Can Add $2 Billion to Its Economy Without Spending a Dime
A former City Councilmember revives a proposal from his time in office that he guarantees will keep more Philadelphians here and boost local businesses
By Bill Green
Yo Philly! Claim Your Money
Last year, Philadelphians got $19 million back in government refunds. This year, take advantage of a free city program to get yours
By Courtney DuChene
The Man Who May Save Philly’s Small Businesses
Jigar Mehta led an effort to spare small businesses from a shocking tax increase next year wrought by Mayor Parker’s new tax plan. Will it become law?
By Malcolm Burnley
Is Philadelphia’s Revival at Risk?
The 10-year tax abatement spurred the city’s growth. But recent policies may threaten that progress
By Tobias Peter
SEPTA Cuts Are a “Double Tax” on Black Philadelphians
An economic justice advocate on the consequences of cutting off the transit lifeline for those who need it most
By Kendra Bozarth
Local Actions Can Save Us from Federal Pullback
Drexel’s Metro Finance chief on what places like Boston, New York and even Alabama are doing in the wake of funding and workforce cuts from President Trump's federal government
By Bruce Katz
A Tax Reform Plan Even Progressives Can Love?
Jefferson Health is the latest to eye leaving the city. Can the Tax Reform Commission’s recommendations deviate from past ones and jumpstart job growth?
By Larry Platt