Also this week: Council authorized more hearings on Kensington, and lawmakers urged the repeal of the death penalty.
Philly lawmakers approve tax break extension for South Philly refinery site owner | City Council roundup
City Council unanimously passed the legislation to extend a Keystone Opportunity Zone program that already covers the site. It had been set to expire in 2033, but the developer of the site sought a 10-year extension on top of that to ensure long-term public benefits.Council passed legislation that extends tax exemptions for the site of the former South Philadelphia refinery that was closed following a 2019 explosion.
The legislation will now need to be voted on by the Philadelphia School Board, which would impacted by a loss of property tax revenue. If it approves the program, the state Department of Community & Economic Development must grant final approval. Shawmar Pitts, a lifelong resident of Grays Ferry and the co-director of environmental justice group Philly Thrive, advocated for a CBA that would require developers to contribute to community programs, including gun-violence prevention.
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This week in Philly history: Philly police officer killed during election day attack on political candidateTwo warring factions within the city’s Republican political machine hit a fever pitch.
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Philly DA's office touts conviction in unprovoked North Philly slayingOne of two suspected gunmen in the North Philly slaying of Seitu Harris has been convicted, officials said.
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Philly DA's office touts conviction in unprovoked North Philly slayingOne of two suspected gunmen in the North Philly slaying of Seitu Harris has been convicted, officials said.
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An off-duty Philly cop shot and killed a man in Northeast PhillyThe shooting happened at around 11:30 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Willits Road and Holme Avenue, police said.
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A new Philly-set Hallmark holiday movie will feature Donna Kelce and a Philly Specials songThe Philly Specials — Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Jason Kelce — will have a song in the Philly-set 'Christmas on Call,' which also features a cameo by Donna Kelce.
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Exclusive look at Philly surge in malpractice suits | Philly Health InsiderAlso, how did your hospital fare in a national ranking of doctors' bedside manner?
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