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Academy of Natural Sciences closure

Drexel and Academy boards announced in September that the museum would close and the Parkway building could be sold. Council adopted Ahmad's resolution creating a task force to study reopening it, backed by former staff, educators and the Save the Academy coalition.

8 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Nov 12, 2026

HighParks Rec

Center City park land acquisition and Love Park concession

Council will consider acquiring parcels between Vine Street, Fairmount Avenue, 8th and 12th Streets for park use, and a multiyear food-and-beverage deal for the Love Park "Saucer" building.

8 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 29, 2026