Your City, Your Budget - FY27 Budget Town Hall Meetings - April 30, 2026

The Philadelphia City Council held a "Your City, Your Budget" town hall meeting on April 30, 2026, to discuss the proposed FY27 budget submitted by the mayor's administration. The meeting focused on reviewing the proposed $6.97 billion operating budget and $8.2 billion capital budget, highlighting key investments such as public safety, economic opportunity, housing, youth employment, and infrastructure projects including dedicated pothole repair crews. Significant attention was given to proposed new revenue measures, including a 25-cent delivery tax and a $1 per ride ride-share tax, intended to fund street repairs, transportation improvements, and public education, with an estimated $48 million annual revenue from the ride-share tax. Public testimony emphasized concerns about cuts to street repaving, the need for increased funding for schools and public safety programs like Vision Zero, and support for the ride-share tax to prevent school staff layoffs. Several speakers also raised issues about tax burdens on small business owners and the importance of sustainable funding for public transit and education. Council members acknowledged these concerns and committed to considering public input as they review and amend the budget proposal before final approval.