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50th Anniversary of Women in Patrol

Council honored the first 100 women hired for street patrol in 1976, noting women now make up 22% of the department versus a 12% national average.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 29, 2026

LowRoads

Center City loading and parking overhaul

Councilmember Young introduced a bill to bring back parking ticket amnesty — the 2018 version helped 25,000 people clear about $9 million in debt. He noted the School District got $0 from PPA in 2025 despite budgeting $7 million.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 15, 2026