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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker Unveils Historic $2 Billion H.O.M.E. Housing Plan to Create and Preserve 30,000 Homes
Announcements
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Pool Update as of July 1, 2025
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s pool schedule has changed due to the work stoppage announced today by District Council 33 (DC 33) of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Below are the open listed pools:
- Max Myers Pool – 1601 Hellerman St., 19149
- Fox Chase Pool – 7901 Ridgeway St., 19111.
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Lackman Pool – 1101 Bartlett St., 19115.
- Jardel Pool –1400 Cotton Ave., 19111
- Jacobs Pool – 4500 Linden Ave., 19114
- Pleasant Pool – 6720 Boyer St., 19119.
- Kendrick Pool – 5822-24 Ridge Ave., 19128.
- Hunting Park Pool – 900 Hunting Park Ave., 19140.
- Awbury Pool – 6101 Ardleigh St., 19138.
- Cherashore Pool – 851-951 W. Olney Ave., 19141.
- Cione Pool – 2600 E. Aramingo Ave., 19125.
- Samuel Pool – 3539 Gaul St., 19134.
- American Legion Pool – 6201 Torresdale Ave., 19135.
- Heitzman Pool – 2136 Castor Ave., 19134.
- Simpson Pool – 1010 Arrott St., 19124.
- Butch Ellis Pool (39th & Olive) – 700 N. 39th St., 19104.
- Kelly Pool – 4231 Lansdowne Dr., 19131.
- Gathers Pool – 2501-19 W. Diamond St., 19121.
- Penrose Pool – 1101 W. Susquehanna Ave., 19122.
- Hancock Pool – 147 Master St., 19122
- Lee Cultural Center Pool – 4328 Haverford Ave., 19104
- Marian Anderson Pool – 740 S. 17th St., 19146.
- Barry Pool – 1800 Johnston St., 19145
- Chew Pool – 1800 Washington Ave., 19146
- Murphy Pool – 300 Shunk St., 19148.
- Lincoln High School – 3201 Ryan Ave., 19136
Stay tuned for more updates and announcements.
Notice of public comment period: DHCD’s Proposed Annual Action Plan
City of Philadelphia Proposed Annual Action Plan (City Fiscal Year 2026/HUD Program Year 2025/Annual Action Plan 2025-2026)
The Proposed Annual Action Plan for 2025-2026 (PDF) is now available for comment. It includes the proposed use of federal funds through allocations of: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG); HOME; Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA); Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) resources.
The complete Proposed Plan, including details on proposed activities, can be found in the publications section of DHCD’s website. Hard copies will be available at 1234 Market St, 17th floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. To arrange for a contact-free pickup of a hard copy, please email mirta.duprey@phila.gov. Hard copies of the Plan will also be available for review in the Government Publications departments of the Central, West Philadelphia Regional, Northwest Regional, and Northeast Regional branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
The deadline for submitting comments to the Division of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) is July 3, 2025, 30 days from the date of this notice. Comments should be emailed to saundra.malanowicz@phila.gov. City Council will hold a public hearing to allow for additional resident participation. Notification by City Council will be in the “Legal Notices” section of various newspapers. If City Council adopts the P Plan as submitted, the Plan will be adopted without further notification.
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We’re here to help you tackle any challenge, from fixing potholes and removing graffiti to connecting your business with resources.
Neighborhood Community Action Centers (NCAC)
The following NCACs are open. Districts 1 and 2 will open soon.
District 3
6150 Cedar Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19143
NCACDistrict3@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 4
5630 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
NCACDistrict4@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 5
2101 Cecil B Moore Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
NCACDistrict5@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 6
7374 Edmund St
Philadelphia PA 19136
NCACDistrict6@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 7
3201 N 5th Street
Philadelphia PA 19140
NCACDistrict7@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 8
68 W Chelten Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
NCACDistrict8@phila.gov
Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 9
1333 Wagner Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19141
NCACDistrict9@phila.gov
Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 10
9800 Roosevelt Blvd
Philadelphia PA 19115
NCACDistrict10@phila.gov
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
District 1 (coming soon)
District 2 (coming soon)
Upcoming events
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Jul1EventThe Common Level Ratio (CLR) Real Estate Valuation Factors for documents accepted July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 remains at 1.0.All DayEvent
The Common Level Ratio (CLR) Real Estate Valuation Factors for documents accepted July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 remains at 1.0.
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Jul1EventCOVID-19 Vaccine Clinic8:00 am to 12:30 pmHealth Center 4, 4400 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAEvent
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
July 1, 20258:00 am to 12:30 pm, 5 hoursHealth Center 4, 4400 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAmapCOVID-19 vaccine is available by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call 215-685-2933. -
Jul1EventCOVID-19 Vaccine Clinic8:00 am to 12:30 pmHealth Center 4, 4400 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAEvent
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
July 1, 20258:00 am to 12:30 pm, 5 hoursHealth Center 4, 4400 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAmapCOVID-19 vaccine is available by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call 215-685-2933. -
Jul1EventWe Walk FDR8:30 am to 9:30 amBoathouse at FDR Park, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USAEvent
We Walk FDR
July 1, 20258:30 am to 9:30 am, 1 hourBoathouse at FDR Park, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USAmapWe Walk PHL seeks to promote positive health outcomes, increase use of Philadelphia’s park system, and create opportunities for people to pursue fitness goals while meeting their neighbors. -
Jul1EventNorth Philadelphia Resource Hub: Pick up at-home COVID-19 tests (distribution only)9:00 am to 4:00 pmMi Salud Wellness Center, 200 E Wyoming Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120, USAEvent
North Philadelphia Resource Hub: Pick up at-home COVID-19 tests (distribution only)
July 1, 20259:00 am to 4:00 pm, 7 hoursMi Salud Wellness Center, 200 E Wyoming Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120, USAmapEntrance on A Street- Distribution of at-home COVID-19 rapid antigen tests
- No Insurance or ID required
- PDPH staff available on-site to provide instructions on how to use the test and answer questions