PlanPhilly Archive

Solarize Philly, the city group-buying program rolled out in April, promises an additional 20 percent savings on monthly energy bills for those who participate.

Salima Ellis tries hard to pay her water bill in full every month, but often it's difficult to find the $80 or so she needs to keep the H20 flowing and her account up to date.

The bill would make city funds for insurance available to all registered community groups that hold zoning meetings regarding new development projects in their neighborhoods.

Some came with physical scars, reminders of suddenly opened car-doors and drunk drivers. Others came with emotional scars, memories of suddenly lost loved-ones.

“It was an empty lot; concrete,” said Irene McKallop. “There wasn’t anything there. It was nothing, it was all cement.”