Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, April 24th, 6:30 PM *IN PERSON*

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE IN PERSON @ 1525 N. AMERICAN ST (ENTER NEAR CORNER OF AMERICAN ST & OXFORD ST)

Community Zoning Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, serving as a forum for the community to hear about proposed developments that require zoning variances in the neighborhood, ask questions about projects, and arrive at a community position of support or non-support of the project. Neighbors within the catchment area of the project are urged to participate in the review, especially near neighbors.

6:00pm -1356 N 2nd St (INFO ONLY)

Residential Units: N/A

Commercial Space?: YES

Proposed Height: N/a

Demolition?: NO

Current Zoning: CMX-3

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking permissions for outdoor seat within a ‘streetery.’ Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

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6:30pm - 1501 GERMANTOWN AVE (INFO ONLY) VIEW PLANS

Residential Units: N/A

Commercial Space?: N/A

Proposed Height: N/A

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking an legislative change to there zoning to allow for to erection of a 72,000 sq ft addition ajacent to the existing mosque and school. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to participate in the review.

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7:15pm - 235 CECIL B MOORE AVE (VOTE) VIEW RENDERINGS, VIEW PLANS

Residential Units: 18

Commercial Space?: NO

Proposed Height: 55’

Demolition?: YES

Current Zoning: CMX-5

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for the erection of a 4 story multi-family building with 18 units, no commercial space and includes 2 basement units. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to vote.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, February 28th, 6:30 PM *IN PERSON*

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE IN PERSON @ 1525 N. AMERICAN ST (ENTER NEAR CORNER OF AMERICAN ST & OXFORD ST)

Community Zoning Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, serving as a forum for the community to hear about proposed developments that require zoning variances in the neighborhood, ask questions about projects, and arrive at a community position of support or non-support of the project. Neighbors within the catchment area of the project are urged to participate in the review, especially near neighbors.

6:30pm -1616 N 2nd St (VOTE) VIEW PLANS

Residential Units: 3

Commercial Space?: N/A

Proposed Height: N/A

Demolition?: NO

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking a variance to create 3 units in an existing single family rowhome. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

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7:00pm - 1625 N Howard St (VOTE) VIEW PLANS

Residential Units: N/A

Commercial Space?: YES

Proposed Height: N/A

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: CMX-2

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking approval for a sidewalk cafe license. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, January 24th, 6:30 PM *IN PERSON*

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE IN PERSON @ 1525 N. AMERICAN ST (ENTER NEAR CORNER OF AMERICAN ST & OXFORD ST)

Community Zoning Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, serving as a forum for the community to hear about proposed developments that require zoning variances in the neighborhood, ask questions about projects, and arrive at a community position of support or non-support of the project. Neighbors within the catchment area of the project are urged to participate in the review, especially near neighbors.

6:30pm -1701 GERMANTOWN AVE (CDR - INFO ONLY) VIEW PLANS

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: YES

Proposed Height: TBD

Demolition?: YES

Current Zoning: I-1

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is presenting a by-right plan for a 5 story storage facility. The project is subject to Civic Design Review and the purpose of the meeting is to gather feedback for that process. A later meeting will be held to vote on the variance the project is seeking

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7:15pm - 1832-46 GERMANTOWN AVE (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: 89 (18 Affordable)

Commercial Space?: YES

Proposed Height: 55’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking a variance for the construction of a 5 story apartment complex with 89 units (18 affordable units) and 34 parking spaces. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to vote.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, November 15th, 6:30 PM *IN PERSON*

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE IN PERSON @ 1525 N. AMERICAN ST (ENTER NEAR CORNER OF AMERICAN ST & OXFORD ST)

Community Zoning Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, serving as a forum for the community to hear about proposed developments that require zoning variances in the neighborhood, ask questions about projects, and arrive at a community position of support or non-support of the project. Neighbors within the catchment area of the project are urged to participate in the review, especially near neighbors.

6:30pm -155 W. PALMER ST (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: NA

Proposed Height: NA

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: A variance is being sought for the legalization of an existing rear multi-level addition. Issue was unknown at time of purchase and owners are looking to bring the house up to code. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote in the review.

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7:00pm - 1347 MASCHER ST (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: NA

Proposed Height: NA

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: A variance is being sought for the legalization of an existing third floor addition. Issue was unknown at time of purchase and owners are looking to bring the house up to code. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote in the review.

7:30pm - 1321-25 N 5TH ST (INFO ONLY) View Plans (1) (2) (3)

Residential Units: 91 (new + existing)

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: 68’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: IRMX

DESCRIPTION: Reviewing for Civic Design Review (CDR) as building is a by-right project. This project includes the construction of an addition to an existing residential building. New building would include 60 studio units (bringing total units to 91) and 20 parking stalls. In addition to residential units there are 16 industrial units in the basement Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to participate in the review.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, September 27th, 6:30 PM

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE VIA ZOOM. REGISTER OR

CALL 215-427-3463 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE WITH YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND ANY REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH JOINING THE MEETING.

6:30pm - 105 W. Oxford St (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: NA’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RM-1

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for the creation of a visitor accommodation within an existing 3 story, 5 bedroom rowhouse. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to participate in the vote.

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7:00pm - 1437 N. Howard St (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: NA

Proposed Height: NA

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for a 3 story rear addition as well as a curb cut and carport on N. Hope St. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, June 28th, 6:30 PM - IN PERSON!

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE @ Community First Building, 1401 N 2nd St (2nd and Thompson)

6:30pm - 1801-03 N. Howard St (VOTE + info) View Plans

Residential Units: 29

Commercial Space?: Yes

Proposed Height: 11’-9”

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: IRMX

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for the erection of a single story elevator lobby in order allow ADA access. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to participate in the review. (VOTE) In addition, the project team will be giving an info-only presentation about the future plans for the rest of the building, including proposed commercial use.

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7:00 pm - 1700-38 N. Front (Vote) View Plans

Residential Units: NA

Commercial Space?: NA

Proposed Height: 7NA

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: CMX-2.5

DESCRIPTION: A varience is being sought for the use of 24 of 204 by-right units as temporary visitor accommodations. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to vote.

SKCP news, May 19th - 25th

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Craft Hour at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library

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Free Cooking Classes at Vetri Community Partnership

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Community Workshops In Clay

Join The Clay Studio and make your own creation in clay — FREE! These fun and relaxing workshops will be guided by experienced ceramic artists, including Resident Artists. Your creation will be glazed and fired by the studio and ready for pick-up in a few weeks. Pre-registration is required. Each workshop is limited to 20 participants to ensure an enjoyable experience. Due to the limited availability, please join up to once a month. Once signed up, you can arrive anytime between 2 pm to 3 pm.

For More Info

SKCP news, May 12th - 18th

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SKCP news, May 5th - 11th

Healthy Home Maintenance This Spring & Summer

Now that winter is gone.  It's time to show your house some Spring and Summer love.  This maintenance check list will help out.

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SKCP news, April 28th - May 4th

SKCP PHL-TCB Crew Receives Positive Changemakers Award

Shoutout to our PHL-TCB crew for bringing home the Positive Changemakers Award at this year's TCB Pep Rally.  Thanks to the team for all of the hard work they do in helping keep or community clean.  Be sure to give them a BIG THANKS when you see them around the neighborhood.

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· PA deadline to register to vote: May 1, 2023
· PA deadline to request a mail-in ballot: May 9, 2023
· PA Primary Election Day: May 16, 2023
· Register to Vote or Check Your Voter Registration Status

The deadline to change your party affiliation — ahead of the May 16 primary is this coming Monday, May 1. Pennsylvania is one of nine states that has closed primaries, meaning only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote for candidates during partisan spring elections.

Only those voters have a say in which candidates from those parties will face off in the November election, excluding the 1.2 million people in Pennsylvania who are registered to a third party or who are unaffiliated.  You can, however, change your party affiliation no later than May 1 in order to be eligible to vote in the upcoming primary.

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Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, April 26th, 6:30 PM

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE VIA ZOOM. REGISTER OR

CALL 215-427-3463 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE WITH YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND ANY REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH JOINING THE MEETING.

6:30pm - 1440 N Front St (INFO) View Plans

Residential Units: 114

Commercial Space?: Yes

Proposed Height: 101’

Demolition?: Yes

Current Zoning: CMX-3

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for a mixed use building with a ground floor commercial

unit, 114 residential unites, and 18 parking spaces. This project is to be built

by-right, meaning no zoning variances are being sought, but it is subject to

the advisory Civic Design Review process. Residents, business owners, and

property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to participate in the review..

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7:15pm - 430 W Berks (Info Only) View Plans

Residential Units: 91

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: 75’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RM-1

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for a multifamily new construction. The corner building would be 75’ and the remaining are 44’. This project has 46 planned parking spaces. This is the first of two meetings due to the high impact of the project. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to participate in the review.

SKCP news, April 21st - 27th

SKCP's Clean & Green Team at Ludlow School

SKCP's Clean and Green team had the pleasure of planting a tree at Ludlow School this afternoon.  Thank You to the Ludlow Staff and 2nd grade students for all of their excellent questions, assistance and care they plan to give the tree as it grows.  We cannot wait to hear the outcome of the naming vote the students had for the tree.

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OSK Tree Tenders Are Planting Trees This Saturday

OSK Tree Tenders will be planting a few more trees in the neighborhood THIS SATURDAY, rain or shine. If you are interested in helping, meet up at 1314 North 4th Street at 10 am. Any questions about the planting, future plantings or how to get more trees in the neighborhood, call/text 215-370-0099 or email: greening@southkensingtoncommunity.org

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Get Trees On Your Block This Fall

Old/South Kensington Tree Tenders are taking applications for trees to be planted in Fall 2023.

Apply Soon: Make a request online at https://pg-cloud.com/phs/?openform=request-a-tree or (spanish) https://pg-cloud.com/phs/?openform=request-a-tree#googtrans(en%7Ces) (Just select Old/South Kensington Tree Tenders from the pull down menu.)

If you prefer a paper application, have questions, or need assistance, call 215-370-0099 or email: greening@southkensingtoncommunity.org

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SKCP is looking to expand its Clean & Green Team

Work with South Kensington Community Partner’s Clean & Green team to maintain vacant land, improve commercial corridors, care for neighborhood trees, plants, and green infrastructure. We are looking for eastern north Philadelphia community members who are seeking employment, training, and support and want to help make our neighborhoods clean, healthy, and connected places to live and do business.

SKCP’s Clean and Green crew members may focus on one program or be asked to train and work across programs including Philadelphia Taking Care of Business (PHL-TCB), Philadelphia LandCare, Tree Care, Soak It Up Adoption (SIUA)/Green Stormwater Infrastructure maintenance. Crew members are highly encouraged to participate in environmental education and workplace safety training, and build knowledge and skills around green and sustainable practices and healthy, connected, neighborhoods.

SKCP’s work is growing. We are looking to fill part time to full time positions as well as seasonal to year-round work beginning at a rate of $15 per hour.

For more info and full job description

SKCP news, April 7th - 13th

The City's Eviction Diversion Program Now Includes Targeted Financial Assistance

Targeted Financial Assistance (TFA) is now available as part of the City's Eviction Diversion Program. Eligible landlords and tenants participating in the Eviction Diversion Program may be selected to apply for a one-time payment from the City to a landlord to cover a tenant’s overdue rent.

The City of Philadelphia's FREE Eviction Diversion Program (EDP) helps landlords and tenants resolve disputes and avoid going to court.
The benefits of participation in the Eviction Diversion Program are:

1. Tenants avoid an eviction filing or judgment on their record that could prevent them from accessing quality housing in the future.

2. Landlords save money by avoiding court fees and attorney expenses.

3. The court reduces caseloads, putting less strain on the court system.

4. Low-income renters and landlords are assisted with applications for rental assistance and other resources to stabilize their housing during the pandemic.

5. Landlords recoup back rent owed while avoiding vacancies and unit turnover costs.

For more info visit Eviction Diversion Program

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SEPTA has released a revised new network map, which incorporates neighborhood feedback. SKCP advocated for maintaining service at current levels on American Street via the 57 bus and ensuring that one-seat ride connections continue to Old City and South Philadelphia. The proposed network map released in Fall 2022 had reduced service on the 57 and terminated the line at Spring Garden St, where riders would be required to transfer. The new map released last week incorporated this feedback, with direct service from South Philadelphia on 3rd/4th streets connecting to American St via Thompson/Master streets, and terminating at York-Dauphin Station, rather than continuing north as it currently does.

Opportunities to provide feedback are available online and through upcoming community meetings (virtual and in-person). Find opportunities here: https://www.septabusrevolution.com/get-involved/

See the schedule below for the new round of virtual and in person meetings.

In-Person Community Meetings
These events follow a community meeting format, with boards displaying the revised draft proposed network and opportunities for you to comment. Stop by any time!

4/5 Wed - 6PM-8PM - East Passyunk Rec (1025 Mifflin St)
4/12 Wed - 5:30PM-7:30PM - Kingsessing Rec Center (4901 Kingsessing Ave)
4/13 Thurs - 6PM-8PM - Mayfair Community Center (2990 St Vincent St)
4/19 Wed - 5:30PM-7:30PM - Bustleton American Legion (9251 Old Newtown Rd)
4/25 Tues - 4:30PM-6:30PM - J E. Coleman NW Regional Library (68 W. Chelten Ave)
4/26 Wed - 6PM-8PM - Dropsie College (2331 N Broad St)
5/3 Wed - 6PM-8PM - Guerin Rec Center (2201 S 16th St)
5/4 Thurs - 6PM-8PM - Community Center at Visitation (2646 Kensington Ave)

Area Focused Webinars
These events are held virtually through Zoom. They each focus on a different part of the SEPTA service area and include a presentation followed by a Q&A session.

4/3 Mon – North & South Philly – Register
4/17 Mon – West Philly & Center City – Register
4/24 Mon – Northwest Philly – Register
5/1 Mon – Northeast Philly – Register
5/8 Mon – Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties – Register

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Where To Watch Philly Mayoral Candidate Forums

To get a better idea of what each candidate's vision of Philly looks like, various organizations across the city host forums to set the table for discussion and debate between candidates. (via The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Crosstown Coalitions Mayoral Forums
April 12th from 7-9pm
Prince Film Theater, Free
1412 Chestnut Street
RSVP at philacrosstown.org
Stream on Facebook

Vote Future Mayoral Forum
April 17th from 6pm-8pm
Colombia North YMCA
1400 North Broad Street
RSVP Here

Philadelphia Association of Black Journalist Mayoral Forum
April 20th from 6:30pm-8pm (Repeat Thursday, April 27)
Tune in live on PhillyCAM TV, Comcast 66/966 and Verizon 29/30.

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SKCP news, March 31th - April 6th

Philly Spring Cleanup has been POSTPONED to 4/15

Due to the forecasted rain this Saturday the 2023 Philly Spring Cleanup event is being postponed to Saturday, April 15, 2023.  

SKCP Home Base will be the Rain Garden at the corner of N American and Master Streets 

We will be there at 10 am with bags and tools (to keep or return), coffee and treats, and a list of clean up sites and trash pick-up sites. 

Let us know if you and your neighbors want to clean up the block or another location.  Call us at 215-427-3463 or send an email to info@southkensingtoncommunity.org

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Philly officials say the water is safe. How do we know that?

More than 100 samples of water have been taken in 12 locations in the river, outside the plant, and in the raw water storage basin.  On Tuesday evening, the city of Philadelphia gave its residents the all clear to drink their tap water, after more than an estimated 8,000 gallons of a water-based latex finishing solution spilled from the Trinseo Altuglas plant in Bristol, Pa. into the Delaware River late Friday night.

Much of the chemical mixture settled in a containment pond, but rainfall contributed to the milky white liquid spilling into the stormwater system, and eventually the Delaware River. By early Sunday evening, the discharge had halted. Clean up continues at the site, but any danger to drinking water systems has passed.

Read Full Story via WHYY

SKCP news, March 24th - 30th

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The Tax Deadline is Tuesday, April 18, 2023

File your taxes for free at Campaign for Working Families before 
Campaign For Working Families is providing free tax preparation.

Get Free Tax Help Virtually
Get Free Tax Help In-Person

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Creative Mending Make-In
Sat, March 25, 2023
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Reserve A Spot

Are your favorite jeans sprouting holes in all the wrong places? Were you a recent victim of a swarm of moths with very good taste? Could your trusty sofa blanket use a little love from you for a change? Drop in for a FREE afternoon of textile mending with InLiquid’s 40th Parallel North Preservation Brigade

All skill levels are welcome to try their hand at darning, patching, or other creative mending styles. Basic materials including needles, thread, and scrap fabric will be available. Bring yourself, a friend, and your favorite distressed items, or use the materials supplied in class to make a patch for later use.

SKCP news, March 17th - 23rd

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The Philadelphia Water, Sewer and Storm Water Rate Board will hold public hearings in the 2023 General Rate Proceeding on the following dates and times:

• Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 3 p.m.

• Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 6 p.m.

• Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 3 p.m.

• Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 6 p.m.

All hearings are open to the public and will be conducted remotely via Zoom (internet or phone).

The Philadelphia Water Department filed Formal Notice on February 23, 2023, proposing to raise and otherwise modify rates on September 1, 2023 and again September 1, 2024. In this proceeding, the Rate Board will determine the appropriate rates and charges.

Let your voice be heard:

Anyone wanting to testify is encouraged to email WaterRateBoard@phila.gov by March 21, identifying the hearing and stating your name and call-in phone number.

You may email written comments by April 25, including your name.

Documents filed in this proceeding are on the 2023 General Rate Proceeding page on the same site.

Tune in:

You may listen or participate via Zoom.

• To call in, dial (267) 831-0333. If requested, please enter the meeting ID 2562489871, and use the password 12345.

• For a video connection, use the link and other information on the Rate Board’s website.

More Resources: 

For further information, questions about the hearing schedule and procedures, or special assistance for disabilities, please email WaterRateBoard@phila.gov.

Community Legal Services, as Public Advocate, offers free resources to support public input, including assistance for those who may have difficulty participating in virtual or telephonic hearings.

Email publicadvocate@clsphila.org or call (215) 227-9988 for information or assistance.

For more information and some tips on participating, check out the Water Department’s Public Input hearings blog.

Community Zoning Meeting - Wednesday, March 22th, 6:30 PM

HELD BY SOUTH KENSINGTON COMMUNITY PARTNERS PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE VIA ZOOM. REGISTER @ https://tinyurl.com/mspvsvzp OR

CALL 215-427-3463 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE WITH YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND ANY REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH JOINING THE MEETING.

6:30pm - 1330-32 N 5th St (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: 0

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: 19’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Applicant is seeking a variance for an office/video production facility. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

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7:00pm - 175 W Oxford (VOTE) View Plans

Residential Units: 0

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: 38.5’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RSA-5

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for an addition to an existing warehouse. Tenant identified for education use. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/4 mile are eligible to vote.

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7:30pm - 430 W Berks (Info Only) View Plans

Residential Units: 91

Commercial Space?: No

Proposed Height: 75’

Demolition?: No

Current Zoning: RM-1

DESCRIPTION: Proposal for a multifamily new construction. The corner building would be 75’ and the remaining are 44’. This project has 46 planned parking spaces. This is the first of two meetings due to the high impact of the project. Residents, business owners, and property owners within a 1/2 mile are eligible to participate in the review.

SKCP news, March 10th - 16th

Highlights From This Week's Community Safety Meeting

We hope those who attended found Tuesday's 26th District PSA 2 Community Safety Meeting valuable. THANK YOU to our guests and presenters Council President Darrell Clarke, Council Person Mark Squilla, 26th Captain Andrew Disanto, Crime Prevention Officer Brittany Kelly, G. Lamar Stewart and Yasmine Finnegan of the District Attorney's Office who shared information and answered all questions. Thanks also to the other Officers, Liaisons, and Departments representatives who joined us.

We will be following up with more info and takeaways in this space in coming weeks. In the meantime, we encourage those who wish to know more about the reported and types of crimes in the area to check out the latest 26th District Weekly Crime Bulletin

Council President, Darrell Clarke (5th District)
Email: darrell.clarke@phila.gov
Phone: 215-686-3442

Council Member, Mark Squilla (1st District)
Email: mark.squilla@phila.gov
Phone: 215-686-3458

Council Member Quetcy Lozada (7th District)
Email: quetcy.lozada@phila.gov
Phone: 215-686-3448

26th District Crime Prevention Officer, Brittany Kelly
Email: brittany.kelly@phila.gov
Phone: 215-686-3260

Director of Community Engagement District Attorney's Office
G. Lamar Stewart
Email: glamar.stewart@phila.gov
Phone: 215-686-8000

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Help Keep Our Local Neighborhood Pools Open By Becoming A Lifeguard

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SKCP news, March 3rd - 9th

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Food Garden Workdays Saturday at La Esquina

The 2023 Growing Season is ready to kick off!
When:  3-5 PM Saturday Afternoons
Weather permitting: not in the rain or below 30 degrees
Dress to get dirty!  Dress to stay warm! 
Where:  La Esquina Community Garden
438 Jefferson St - between 4th and 5th,
Corner of Orkney & Jefferson
For More Information: laesquinagarden@gmail.com 

SKCP news, February 24th - March 2nd

Facing Eviction? Receive Up To $3000 For Back Rent

The City of Philadelphia now has funds available to pay back rent up to $3000 for Tenants and Landlords participating in its Eviction Diversion Program.  The program helps landlords and tenants resolve disputes and avoid going to court. EDP facilitates satisfactory and sustainable landlord-tenant agreements through mediation or supported direct negotiation.

For more info or to apply for the program visit: https://eviction-diversion.phila.gov/

Free Philly Tenant Resource Guide

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Cecil B. Moore Scholars Program

Temple’s Cecil B. Moore Scholars Program creates an academic pathway for Philadelphia public (district or charter) students living in our neighboring North Philadelphia ZIP codes—19121, 19122, 19123, 19125, 19130, 19132, 19133 and 19140.  The program is named after Cecil B. Moore, a renowned civil rights activist in Philadelphia and Temple alumnus.

The Cecil B. Moore Scholars Program partners with Steppingstone Scholars to provide academic support to high school seniors selected to take the dual enrollment course. It also creates success-based advising and enrichment initiatives to support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color) and low-income students.

The program will  

• provide students coordinated pre-college preparation, 

• admit selected students in cohorts for focused campus advising and mentoring, and 

• award scholarships that cover full tuition at Temple. 

For More Info Visit: The Cecil B. Moore Scholars Program