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May 10 & 13: Public Input and Technical Hearings for TAP-R Proceeding
For more information on how to give input or to observe the May 10 & 13 hearings in the TAP-R Rate Proceeding to determine the appropriate surcharge to support lower rates for low-income customers, see this link.
TAP-R Reconcilation Public Input Hearing, immediately followed by Technical Hearing
May 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Hearings:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83254577708?pwd=QW1naVpsS0Zja2NiWXoxeG5xZCtSQT09
By phone: 267-831-0333
Meeting ID: 832 5457 7708
Passcode: 389286
Continuation of Public Input Hearing and/or Technical Hearing (if necessary)
May 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:oo PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Hearing(s):
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89926713905?pwd=N0N0SlM2SEEzMzhSdXZVUG1sZUYwQT09
By phone: 267-831-0333
Meeting ID: 899 2671 3905
Passcode: 633246
Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair: April 27
Looking for free and low-cost summer activities that are safe and adult-supervised for children, teens, and families? Get the scoop when you attend the City of Philadelphia Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair.
April 27, 2024
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA (Entrance at Broad & Race Sts.)
Check out the event flyer here!
We hire year round!
The Philadelphia Department of Human Services is committed to supporting the placement stability of children and youth in the foster care and the juvenile justice systems. As part of this commitment, DHS regularly releases job announcements on the main phila.gov/jobs webpage to support our hiring efforts. Please either apply for an open position or sign up for job alerts. Please share these announcements with your networks.
You can also review this jobs booklet to learn more about working at DHS.
Class Code | Class Title | Starting Salary | Application Link |
5A05 | Social Work Services Trainee (General) (Bilingual) | $44,467 | Apply now. |
5A07 | Social Work Services Manager 2 (General) (Bilingual) | $58,316 | Apply now. |
5B21 | Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainee (General) | $47,319 | Apply now. |
5B23 | Juvenile Detention Counselor 2 (General) | $52,898 | Apply now. |
Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive weekend road closures
The City will close Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to vehicular traffic from 7 p.m. on Friday through 7 a.m. on Monday. The drive will be closed to vehicles from the Falls Bridge to Sweetbriar Drive. The weekend closures begin on March 30, 2024 and last until late fall of 2024.
Closing MLK Drive to vehicles on weekends adds to the city’s recreation options. This shared space is great for walkers, runners, and cyclists. Be sure to check out the great views of the river and skyline!
Action guides
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Upcoming events
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Apr25EventPhilly Black PrideAll DayEvent
Philly Black Pride
April 25, 2024All Day -
Apr27EventCUA 8 Presents: “Opening Our Hearts to Our Community”10:00 am to 6:00 pmBethanna – 2501 Reed St. Phila. PA 19146Event
CUA 8 Presents: “Opening Our Hearts to Our Community”
Bethanna, Trinity/Favor Wholeness Center and DBHIDS: NationalCrime Victims’ Rights Week, 2024
Please Register: Mmaxwell@bethanna.org or call 267-268-4690
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Apr27EventWild Wissahickon Identification Station11:00 am to 3:00 pmEvent
Wild Wissahickon Identification Station
April 27, 202411:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hoursTo participate in iNaturalist's City Nature Challenge, Wissahickon Environmental Center will set up several identification stations for different groups of organisms, such as fungi, trees, wildflowers, micro-life, creek life, and birds. The stations will be between the Tree House and Harper's Meadow (at the creek by Northwest Stables). We will have an information station at the beginning of Forbidden Drive outside Cedars House, 200 W Northwestern Ave. -
Apr27EventBy Appointment: City of Philadelphia Parents & Youth Resource Fair11:00 am to 3:00 pmPennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USAEvent
By Appointment: City of Philadelphia Parents & Youth Resource Fair
April 27, 202411:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hoursPennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USAmapMobile site hosted by The City of Philadelphia. Open to the community by appointment only. Limited to 60 participants.
To make an appointment please :
Use this link https://rb.gy/6rtctk
COVID19 UPDATETo participate on a PHLCityID Mobile site, the PHLCityID team has a few precautions to keep everyone safe. You must:
● Wear a face mask
● Practice social distancing
● Have an appointment
- Participants are not allowed to bring a guest, except:
- Anyone under 18 years old can bring one authorized representative (parent, legal guardian)
- Anyone who needs disability assistance (this may be a family member).
Thank you for your cooperation to learn more please visit phila.gov/COVID-19
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Apr27EventParent & Youth Resource Fair11:00 am to 3:00 pmPhiladelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, 1601 Market St #200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USAEvent
Parent & Youth Resource Fair
April 27, 202411:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hoursPhiladelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, 1601 Market St #200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USAmapJoin us for the City of Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair!
The City of Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair takes place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free. It will feature raffle giveaways, a DJ, and light refreshments.
Many City agencies and service providers will share information, materials, and guidance to assist and support children and teens. Young people can get connected to:
- Summer camps
- Late afternoon/evening activities
- Emotional support
- Mentoring
- Conflict resolution
- Food support
- And more!
You’ll discover safe, engaging, and enriching summer activities for children, teens, and families. The available programs, services, and resources will provide valuable information that can make a difference in the lives of Philadelphia’s young people.
Meet some of the attending organizations
Our list of confirmed providers will be added as they are confirmed.- Office of Children and Families
- Department of Human Services
- Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
We hope you can join us on April 27!
When: Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: The Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall G. (1101 Arch St)
Attendees should use the North Broad Street entrance.Please note that filming/photography is taking place at this event for promotional and archival purposes by way of use on City of Philadelphia websites, social media, news, and advertising.
Register for the Parent and Youth Resource Fair
Registration is encouraged but not required. Every family that registers in advance will receive an extra raffle ticket!