Philadelphia Office of the Controller

06/05/2026

There’s no denying that it gets hot in Philadelphia during the summertime. Here are a few tips to help you stay cool this summer.

06/03/2026

Rising costs and challenges navigating the permitting process are among the main obstacles to hosting special events in Philly, a new report found.

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

City Controller Christy Brady today released a report that examined the city’s process for handling special events and found rising service costs and complex permitting processes are creating challenges for organizations hosting special events in the city.

➡: https://controller.phila.gov/philadelphia-reports/a-city-of-neighborhoods-and-celebrations-report-on-special-event-management-in-philadelphia/

06/01/2026

Have something to say about your property assessment or the appeals process? We want to hear from you.

The Office of the City Controller is committed to transparency, fairness, and accountability in Philadelphia’s property assessment system. If you’ve experienced challenges, confusion, or concerns, or if you have feedback on how the process can improve, we encourage you to speak up.

Call the City Controller’s Fraud Hotline to share your experience or report concerns. ☎️ 215-686-3804 ☎️

Your input helps us identify issues, strengthen oversight, and ensure the system works for everyone.

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month! We celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm the importance of inclusion and equality for all.

05/25/2026

Today we honor and remember the service members who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/20/2026

City Controller Christy Brady today released an update on staffing levels within the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP), highlighting significant progress in hiring while underscoring continued staffing shortages that pose operational and safety challenges.

Find the report here: https://controller.phila.gov/philadelphia-reports/may-2026-municipal-money-matters/

05/18/2026

🌡️ Today kicks off the Week!
We're raising awareness about the dangers of extreme heat — and how you can stay safe. ☀️ Follow along all week for tips, tools & resources! This is very timely for the forecast over the next 3 days.

Heat is dangerous and can result in heat-related illnesses including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, or even death. Stay by learning the symptoms of heat exposure and the appropriate responses.

weather.gov/safety/heat-illness