Kenney's new budget calls for no new taxes, increases to services

New Philadelphia budget has increases to city services

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Mayor Jim Kenney will present his final budget and five-year plan to Philadelphia City Council Thursday.

It is a $6 billion spending plan.

Among the proposals are expansions of anti-violence programs, more street sweeping and a pilot program to provide free SEPTA rides to thousands of low-income Philadelphians.

The budget does not call for new taxes.

Here are a few highlights:

Education and public services

There are expansions to the PHLpreK program, adding 950 seats.

Funding will also be given to the Free Library of Philadelphia to allow for six-day a week service.

Law enforcement and fire

The Philadelphia Police Department is receiving $22.5 million toward a new forensics lab and nearly $10 million for existing facilities including the 39th District in Nicetown.

The Philadelphia Fire Department is getting $6 million for building upgrades including Fire Station 57.

They're also adding funding for a fourth crew that will respond to illegal trash dumping.

Link to the full budget and presentation

You can see the full Philadelphia budget for Fiscal Year 2024 at this link.

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