Moves on the Board: June 1 - 5, 2026
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♟️CITY OF PHILADELPHIA
Parker Administration
Monday opened with an affordable housing announcement. Mayor Parker joined officials from the Philadelphia Land Bank and Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation to unveil the first Turn the Key development in the 8th Council District. The program helps first-time homebuyers purchase newly constructed, energy-efficient homes built on city-owned land.
The mayor then joined Dr. Alycia Marshall, President of the Community College of Philadelphia, for the City College for Municipal Employment (CCME) commencement. The ceremony recognized residents who completed CCME's workforce training programs, which are designed to prepare Philadelphians for municipal careers and deliver long-term economic impact.
On Tuesday, Mayor Parker joined Philadelphia Soccer 2026 leaders for a “Know Before You Go” press conference ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The event highlighted the host committee's public safety and transportation plans — developed in coordination with city agencies and partners — as Philadelphia prepares to welcome a significant influx of visitors.
She then headed to Parkway Central Library, where she joined Free Library President and Director Kelly Richards to launch Summer Quest — an initiative offering summer-long learning opportunities for children and adults across all 54 neighborhood library branches.
Mayor Parker closed Tuesday at the Police Athletic League Awards Gala, where local leaders gathered to celebrate the league's impact on Philadelphia youth and recognize individuals who have created opportunities for young people across the city.
The Office of Immigrant Affairs kicked off its 13th annual Immigrant Heritage Month celebration, this year carrying added resonance amid the nation's 250th anniversary. Throughout June, the office will highlight untold stories of immigrants' contributions to American history and civic life.
On Thursday, the mayor held a briefing in the Mayor's Reception Room on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, following City Council's preliminary approval — with a final vote expected June 11.
Philadelphia City Council
Philadelphia City Council committees considered a broad range of measures impacting transportation, public health, housing, economic development, and city operations. Discussions included proposed updates to bicycle lane designations, sidewalk cafés, and farmers markets; the creation of a new chapter in the Philadelphia Code related to U-Visa and T-Visa certifications; water bill relief and utility affordability programs; and legislation supporting operations at Philadelphia International Airport. Committees also reviewed zoning and affordable housing proposals, tax and fiscal policy measures, municipal financing initiatives, and investments in public infrastructure and city services.
City Council held its regular session and preliminarily approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget package, advancing the City's spending plan ahead of final adoption later this month. Several proposed tax-related measures under consideration were held in committee and are not expected to move forward this session.
City Council also recognized the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers this week on its 85th anniversary.
Bills and Resolutions of note introduced this week are listed below.
Ordinances
Bill 260609 (Councilmember Jones) Amending the Philadelphia code for bicycle lanes.
ResolutionsResolution 260610 (Councilmember Phillips) Authorizing the committee of the Whole to explore new revenue proposals to address the Philadelphia School District's underfunding.
Resolution 260617 (Councilmember Thomas) Authorizing the education committee to explore stories about school suspension and expulsion.
Resolution 260629 (Councilmember Brooks) Establishing a vision for reproductive freedom.
Next Week’s Moves
Coming Up:
On Monday June 8, the Committee on Public Health and Human Services will hold a hearing examining the state of LGBTQ+ health in Philadelphia.
City Council is scheduled to hold its final session of the fiscal year on June 11, when members are expected to give final approval to the FY27 budget. Be on the lookout for our comprehensive City Budget Recap next week, where we will break down the final budget agreement and its implications for Philadelphia residents, businesses, and stakeholders.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
Shapiro Administration
With the June 30 budget deadline approaching, the Governor's schedule this week is expected to remain focused on negotiations in the Capitol, with fewer public-facing events.
The Shapiro Administration announced a $10 million investment from the Kurt J. Lesker Company to expand operations in Centre and Allegheny counties, with the state contributing $340,000 to support the expansion and the creation of 39 new jobs.
Governor Shapiro joined DCED Secretary Rick Siger in Lebanon County to cut the ribbon on SCHOTT Pharma USA's newly expanded manufacturing facility. The $60 million expansion triples SCHOTT's U.S. manufacturing capacity, retains more than 200 jobs, and strengthens the domestic supply of pharmaceutical glass vials used to deliver injectable medications. Shapiro used the event to tout his proposed Innovate in PA 2.0 program — a $100 million budget item aimed at investing in life sciences and the broader innovation economy.
Updates from the Governor’s Newsroom
Pennsylvania General Assembly
Committee News:
The House Republican Policy Committee held a public hearing this Wednesday to discuss the affordability of childcare throughout the Commonwealth. The hearing featured testimony from childcare providers, business groups, and policy organizations that consistently highlighted workforce shortages, burdensome regulations, staffing ratio requirements, credentialing rules, and inadequate reimbursement rates as major barriers to expanding childcare capacity and keeping services affordable for families. The Minority Chairwoman of the Children and Youth Committee, Rep. Kate Klunk, also highlighted a 14-bill legislative package that aims to modernize Pennsylvania childcare.
Next Week’s Moves
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate will return to Harrisburg for a joint voting session from Monday, June 8, through Wednesday, June 10.