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This in-depth report looks at how this sector of the economy is accounted for in national data sources and the potential impact these workers may have on the Philadelphia economy.
Sidewalk cafés have increased by 439% since the Center City District (CCD) began surveys in 2001 and now number 372 with 5,579 seats at restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and ice cream parlors between Vine and South Streets, river to river, according to a new report from the Center City District/Central Philadelphia Development Corporation.
Includes $20,000 to the Center City District Foundation to support the creation of Pulse, a unique and dynamic installation in the fountain of Dilworth Park at City Hall.
Philadelphia's post-pandemic recovery is at a critical juncture. Center City has recaptured 90% of foot traffic, and a residential population exceeding 2019 levels. But now, that progress is threatened by sweeping and drastic service cuts coupled with significant fare increases to balance SEPTA’s budget in the absence of additional state funding.
In a September article, the fashion industry journal looks at the city's burgeoning retail scene.
An editorial looking at calls for reforming Philadelphia's tax structure.
This annual report looks at Center City retail market trends, including an analysis of retail demand, demographics, annual retail survey results, pedestrian counts and a map of new major retailers.