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Announcement

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

Announced on: Water, Sewer & Storm Water Rate Board
Announcement

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!

Announced on: Office of Children and Families, Department of Human Services
Announcement

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.

 

Announced on: Department of Human Services
Announcement

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!

Announced on: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation

Upcoming events

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    Philly Black Pride
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    Philly Black Pride

    April 25, 2024
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  • Apr
    27
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    CUA 8 Presents: “Opening Our Hearts to Our Community”
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
    Bethanna – 2501 Reed St. Phila. PA 19146
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    CUA 8 Presents: “Opening Our Hearts to Our Community”

    April 27, 2024
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm, 8 hours
    Bethanna – 2501 Reed St. Phila. PA 19146
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    Bethanna, Trinity/Favor Wholeness Center and DBHIDS: NationalCrime Victims’ Rights Week, 2024

    Please Register: Mmaxwell@bethanna.org or call 267-268-4690

  • Apr
    27
    Event
    Wild Wissahickon Identification Station
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm
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    Wild Wissahickon Identification Station

    April 27, 2024
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hours
    To 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.
  • Apr
    27
    Event
    By Appointment: City of Philadelphia Parents & Youth Resource Fair
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm
    Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
    Event

    By Appointment: City of Philadelphia Parents & Youth Resource Fair

    April 27, 2024
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hours
    Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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    Mobile 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 UPDATE

    To 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

  • Apr
    27
    Event
    Parent & Youth Resource Fair
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm
    Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, 1601 Market St #200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
    Event

    Parent & Youth Resource Fair

    April 27, 2024
    11:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 hours
    Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, 1601 Market St #200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
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    Join 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!
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