Resources

Design Advocacy Group — An independent and informed advocate for design quality in Philadelphia
Great Expectations — Philadelphia Inquirer and University of Pennsylvania Project on Civic Engagement
It's Our City — A partnership between WHYY and the Philadelphia Daily News to deliver insightful, in-depth reporting and commentary on the issues and leadership in the Philadelphia region
It's Our Money — WHYY and the Philadelphia Daily News team up to cover the City of Philadelphia's budget in a way that citizens can understand and be a part of.
Plan Philly — City planning and urban design website for the city and region from PennPraxis, the clinical arm of the School of Design of the University of Pennsylvania.

Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission — Data and analysis of the region’s demographics and economy
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia — Economic research for the region
Philadelphia City Planning Commission — RFPs, new studies, public meetings information, and more
Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC) -- Nonprofit formed to promote economic development throughout the city
US Census — Demographic and economic data

City of Philadelphia Budget Documents — Where you can find some of the city's financial information
Philadelphia Government Access Streaming Video — Watch City Council meetings and more
Office of the City Controller — The City’s Fiscal Watchdog
Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority — Provides oversight and guidance to the city to foster sound financial management
Philadelphia City Council — Find information about bills and meetings as well as contact info for City Council members

World Class Greater Philadelphia Update

The World Class Greater Philadelphia initiative moves into phase two with a series of roundtables across the region.