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Child Welfare Commission charter amendment
The death of 10-year-old Malaysia Alfred in foster care dominated the session. Council adopted multiple resolutions ordering hearings into DHS, the community umbrella agency system and School District screening, with a Children and Youth Committee hearing set for November 20.
10 mentions (5 this month)Last discussed Nov 12, 2026
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Affordable housing at risk at Neighborhood Restoration
Tenants and organizers packed chambers demanding the city commit $36 million to save 925 affordable units in West and Southwest Philadelphia. Gauthier's resolution authorizing hearings was adopted, and she demanded an acquisition agreement by year's end.
4 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 12, 2026