Inside PHLCouncil

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia. In this week's episode we give an update on the Parking Authority's attempt to claw back nearly $11 Million from the School District of Philadelphia, the controversy over Philadelphia Police officers working second jobs while on disability, and the latest on gun control litigation in the Commonwealth.  Later we talk to Councilmember Helen Gym (At Large) about eviction prevention, environmental justice and the huge state education funding lawsuit. This is a packed show, don't miss it.  Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council.  In this week's episode we're looking ahead at five key issues to watch in City Council in early 2022: Redistricting The Gun Violence Epidemic Councilmembers Facing Legal Troubles Meeting the Urgent Demand for Affordable Housing The Role of Council's Mayoral Hopefuls Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia. In this week's episode we give an update on efforts to reduce gun violence and talk about the initial fallout from Councilmember Henon's federal conviction. Later, we speak to Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson about the differences in the current gun violence crisis and the violence spike Philadelphia experienced in the 1990s.  Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia. In this week's episode we recap the controversy over online sheriff sales. Then we talk to Councilmember Allan Domb about his tax reform proposals ahead of the FY2022 Budget process.  Important Links City of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/ City of Philadelphia COIVD-19 Vaccine Interest Form: https://covid-vaccine-interest.phila.gov/?lang=en-US FY2022 Budget Center: https://phlcouncil.com/budget2022/ Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia. This episode features a recap of latest news on Philadelphia's vaccine distribution plan. Later, we talk to freshman Councilmember Kendra Brooks (At Large) about her bill to provide paid sick leave for frontline workers during the pandemic and her new legislation to include coercive control in the city's domestic violence statutes. We also discuss the unique approach she brings to Council as its first third party member.  Important Links City of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/ City of Philadelphia COIVD-19 Vaccine Interest Form: https://covid-vaccine-interest.phila.gov/?lang=en-US Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-866-723-3014 Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia. This episode features a recap of latest news on Philadelphia's vaccine distribution plan and the city's efforts to confront the gun violence epidemic. Later, we talk to freshman Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (3rd District) about her work on the issues of gun violence and affordable housing.  Important Links Center for Gun Violence Reporting at Community College of Philadelphia: https://www.pcgvr.org/ City of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/ Redlining Documentary: "A Dream Deferred PHL: Redlining Past, Present, Future" https://youtu.be/Ofx2iQmfXWY Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council. Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett. Our announcer is Antonio Greco.  Music is provided by Premium Beats.  Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information.  Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia.This episode features a recap of General Election Week in Philadelphia, with a special behind-the-scenes look at the media operations at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.Credit to CNN/Wolf Blitzer for the Election Call Clip from 11-7-2020. https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2020/11/06/joe-biden-wins-2020-election-president-blitzer-elexnight-vpx.cnn/video/playlists/presidential-election-2020/Important LinksCity of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/Philadelphia City Council COVID-19 Information: http://phlcouncil.com/covid-19/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our members or someone making an impact on Philadelphia.This episode features a recap of the legislative news from the Stated Meeting held Thursday, October 29. Then we talk to freshman Councilmember Isaiah Thomas about how the pandemic has impacted his legislative agenda.Important LinksCity of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/Philadelphia City Council COVID-19 Information: http://phlcouncil.com/covid-19/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This episode features a recap of the legislative news from the Stated Meetings held Thursday, September 17th and Thursday, September 24th. Then we talk to Council CFO Matt Stitt about the challenges of passing the FY2021 Budget during a pandemic.Important LinksCity of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/Philadelphia City Council COVID-19 Information: http://phlcouncil.com/covid-19/Apply for a Mail Ballot for the General Election: apps.philadelphiavotes.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This episode features an recap of the legislative news from the Stated Meeting held Thursday, September 10, 2020. Important LinksCity of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/Philadelphia City Council COVID-19 Information: http://phlcouncil.com/covid-19/Apply for a Mail Ballot for the General Election: apps.philadelphiavotes.comComplete the 2020 Census https://2020census.gov/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This episode features an interview with Council Majority Leader Cherelle Parker (9th District), recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown. Important LinksCity of Philadelphia COVID-19 Information: phila.gov/covid-19Philadelphia City Council COVID-19 Information: phlcouncil.com/covid-19Council FY2021 Budget Center: www.phlcouncil.com/budget2021Apply for a Mail Ballot for the June 2 Primary Election: apps.philadelphiavotes.comPhilly Counts Census Information: www.phila.gov/programs/philly-counts-2020/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This week, we recap the Stated Meetings of Philadelphia City Council held February 6th and 13th, 2020. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson (At Large) to talk about reducing gun violence, the role of millennials in government, climate change, and her transition from council staffer to elected member.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.Read our latest Weekly Report on phlcouncil.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This week, we recap the Stated Meetings of Philadelphia City Council held December 5th and 12th, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Blondell Reynolds Brown (At Large) to talk about mentorship, building racial and gender diversity in government, and her plans for her career after Council.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.Read our latest Weekly Report on phlcouncil.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Philadelphia City Council held November 21, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Bill Greenlee (At Large) to talk about the long fight for paid sick leave in Philadelphia and other legislative battles, as he looks back on his long career as a staffer and councilmember. It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.Read our latest Weekly Report on phlcouncil.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members. This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Philadelphia City Council held November 14, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Derek Green (At Large) to talk about transitioning from Council staffer to member, his advice for young Philadelphians looking to get into politics, and how his experience as a small business owner informs his work in Council. It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.Read our latest Weekly Report on phlcouncil.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held October 31, 2019. Later, we talk about the results of the 2019 General Election held November 5, 2019, the members who will make up the new Council and what their top priorities may be. Read our Weekly Report on the election on phlcouncil.comInside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held October 24, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Mark Squilla (1st District) to talk about two pending pieces of legislation: one banning single-use plastic bags and the other codifying beg bug remediation costs. We'll also talk about the perennial hot button issue of street cleaning and close out with how Squilla became Council's resident Santa. For more information on the Philly First Home program mentioned in this episode, visit: https://phdcphila.org/residents/homebuyers-and-renters/philly-first-home/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held October 17, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Al Taubenberger to talk about his proposed legislation to provide tax relief to working parents and grandparents raising their grandchildren. We also get his take on the ongoing effort to reform the city's tax abatement. Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held October 10, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember David Oh to talk about his proposed Student Debt Tax Credit bill and his resolution to hold hearings on DHS child separations.Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held September 26, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember Curtis Jones, Jr. (4th District) to discuss Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week 2019, Public Safety and what he's looking for in Philadelphia next Police Commissioner. MED Week 2019 Info: https://www.phila.gov/spotlight/philadelphia-minority-enterprise-development-med-week/Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week, we recap the Stated Meeting of Council held September 19, 2019. Later, we sit down with Councilmember María Quiñones Sánchez (7th District) to talk about the efforts to reduce poverty in the city, legislation to protect Philadelphia's domestic workers,  the opioid crisis, and her journey from City Hall intern to veteran councilmember. Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Welcome to Inside PHLCouncil, the official podcast of Philadelphia City Council. Each week, we provide a recap of the latest news from Philadelphia's legislative branch of government and an in-depth interview with one of our 17 members.It's news that matters to you, straight from the source.This week we recap the first Stated Meeting of Council's Fall session, held September 12, 2019. Later, we sit down with Council President Darrell Clarke to talk about what he thinks Council needs to accomplish before its term ends in December, his views on tackling poverty and gun violence and what role Council has in choosing Philadelphia's new Police Commissioner. Inside PHLCouncil is produced by Philadelphia City Council.Our hosts are Joe Grace and Patricia Gillett.Our announcer is Antonio Greco. Music is provided by Premium Beats. Visit our website at www.phlcouncil.com for more information. Follow us on social media, we're PHLCouncil on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.