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Philadelphia's Fiscal Year 2025 concluded with a record $1.187 billion fund balance, marking the largest in the city's history. Mayor L. Cherelle Parker emphasized the importance of fiscal health in achieving the city's goals amid economic uncertainties. The fund balance will assist in addressing potential future challenges, including budget impasses and labor costs.
Philadelphia Mayor supports College Application Week, encouraging high school seniors to pursue postsecondary education. Citywide partners, including the School District of Philadelphia and PHEAA, host events to assist students with college applications and FAFSA submissions until November 1st. Social media engagement is encouraged to bolster student motivation.
Philadelphia's 2025 Fall Leaf Recycling Program launches on November 3, running through December 20. The program aims to reduce waste by collecting leaves mechanically in designated areas while offering drop-off options for residents. Crews will visit each route only once, urging residents to prepare their leaves for collection by 7:00 AM.
Mayor Parker will join law enforcement officials to announce a strategy against fentanyl trafficking in Pennsylvania, following the seizure of 50 million doses statewide. Additionally, he will present Liberty Bells to coaches DeSean Jackson and Michael Vick before an HBCU football game in Philadelphia.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will outline her public schedule for October 28, 2025, in a press release from the Office of the Mayor of Philadelphia. This announcement provides citizens with insights into the mayor's planned activities and engagements for that day.
Mayor Parker and City Commissioners will hold a press conference at the Satellite Election Office on October 27, 2025, to promote secure and accessible voting options for Philadelphia residents. The event will also address the mail ballot application deadline of October 28 and encourage voter engagement. Additionally, Mayor Parker will host a townhall meeting with the local Asian community later that day.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will attend a gala on October 26, 2025, to celebrate the renaming of Saint Michael’s Hall to Frances M. Maguire Hall for Art and Education at the Woodmere Art Museum in Philadelphia. The hall's renaming follows a $10 million donation from the Maguire Foundation, enhancing the city's art community.
The Philadelphia Health Department urges parents to test their children for lead exposure, especially those living in older homes. Lead poisoning poses serious health risks, including developmental delays and neurological damage. Testing can identify lead in the blood and initiate necessary home remediation.
Philadelphia's Free Food Finder connects residents with local food resources, offering groceries and meals at no cost. The initiative includes various meal sites and support for public benefits like SNAP and WIC, ensuring access to nutritious food for all. No ID is required to access these services, promoting inclusivity for those in need.
Philadelphia launched a Virtual Inspection Program that allows contractors and property owners to complete many building inspections remotely via their smartphones. This initiative, powered by the Virtual Inspections Application (VIA), enhances safety, speeds up the inspection process, and improves convenience for users.