Recent News
News
5001 Umbria Street Proposal
September 2, 2020 — Two refusals for this proposed multi-family household (178 families) new construction, combining 3 property lines. Community discussion during September 8th meeting. read more
531 Livezey St Seeking Variance
September 1, 2020 — Residence seeking variance on lot size restrictions for new addition. To be discussed during September 8th meeting. read more
4649 Umbria St Given Historic Designation
August 14, 2020 — The Philadelphia Historical Commission gave 4649 Umbria Street an historic designation, postponing its demolition. read more
Fountain Street Mural, Final Touches!
April 24, 2020 — Mural artist Paul Santoleri finishes up an amazing mural on Fountain Street. read more
2020 Park Cleanup Schedule
March 11, 2020 — Now that summer is approaching, the season for park cleanups are back in gear! See the attached schedule. read more
Community Prayer Vigil for Dupont St. Shooting
February 26, 2020 — In response to community concerns arising from the shooting on Dupont St. the Fifth District Police Chaplaincy and other faith leaders will conduct a prayer vigil at noon on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the corner of Dupont and Fleming Sts. It will be less than 30 minutes long. All are welcome to attend. We all […] read more
SEPTA Public Hearing for the new Wissahickon Transit Center
February 26, 2020 — SEPTA holds an Open House at the Gustine Recreation Center to update the public on the plans for the Wissahickon Transit Center. read more
ZBA Denies 331 Fountain St. Reconsideration
February 19, 2020 — Yesterday the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) denied developer Barry Sable’s proposed eight-home development at 331 Fountain St. The Board accepted our representation that there was no hardship to building six homes by right, and that there would be serious traffic issues due to the location and configuration of the proposed project. Our attorney did […] read more