Councilman O’Neill introduced a bill in City Council, which passed unanimously, renaming Chalfont Playground in honor of the memory of Corporal James O’Connor. The Playground will now officially be known as Corporal Jimmy O'Connor Playground. In addition to the name change, Councilman O’Neill has been renovat ing the playground and spray-ground areas, and Calvary Athletic Association’s gym. A mural dedicated to the life and legacy of Corporal O’Connor was recently dedicated on the front of the Rec Building. Stay tuned for more infor mation regarding the details of the playground ribbon-cutting ceremony.
City Council passed legislation supported by O’Neill to increase the Homestead Exemption and extend the deadline for the Low-Income Senior Citizen Tax Freeze. The Homestead Exemption now saves homeowners $1,120.00 annually on real estate taxes. If you already receive the Homestead Exemption, you do not need to reapply. The deadline to apply for the Homestead Exemption is December 1, 2022. The deadline to apply for the Low-Income Senior Citizen Tax Freeze is September 30, 2023. To enroll or for more information regard ing either of these money-saving programs, please contact my office.
From Councilman Brian O’Neill
432 Rhawn Street Sponsored by American Heritage E-Cycling Event Saturday, October 15th 9AM - 11AM Bustleton Ave. & Bowler St. (Above 7th Police District) Free Secure Shredding Saturday, October 29th 9AM - 11AM FOP Lodge #5 (11630 Caroline Rd) COUNCILMAN O’NEILL DEDICATES MURAL IN HONOR OF CORPORAL JAMES O’CONNOR COUNCILMAN O’NEILL ANNOUNCES HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION INCREASED FROM $45,000 TO $80,000
Money-saving clean energy program, Solarize Philly, expands to include all Philadelphians regardless of income. Solarize Philly is group discount program which has been established to support home and business owners to install rooftop solar at a reduced price with consumer protections. Rooftop solar helps Philadelphians power their homes with clean energy while lowering their utility bills. Contact Councilman O’Neill’s office if you are interested or for more information.
• Assistance With City Ser vices • CLIP Requests • Copy & Fax Ser vices • Financial Aid/Scholarship Resources • Home Preser vation Information • Homestead Exemption Applications • LIHEAP Applications • Notar y Ser vices (Mobile Notar y Available) • Nuisance Establishments • PennDOT Forms • Property Tax & Deed Questions • Property Tax/Rent Rebate • Public Safety & Quality Of Life Concerns • Senior Citizen Tax Freeze Applications • SEPTA Senior ID • Tax & Revenue Department Issues • Utility Assistance • Zoning & Land Use Questions And More! We will gladly help you with: HOW CAN I HELP YOU? ReBuild Updates With funding from the City’s ReBuild program, Pelbano Playground will receive a comprehensive renovation. Reconstruction of the Pelbano Playground Recreation Center’s roof in Rhawnhurst has already begun and is being fully funded by ReBuild. As your City Councilman, my staff and I are available to help you cut through the red tape to address your most pressing concerns. PHILADELPHIA ENERGY AUTHORITY OFFERS NEW SOLAR INCENTIVE PROGRAM
RENOVATION STARTING SOON
The renovation of Fitzpatrick Playground will begin this fall. Councilman O’Neill has secured $825,000 in City funding for the project which will include new windows and doors for the rec building, safety surface matting, new play equipment, new tables & benches, and a multi-purpose “sports court, including pickle ball to replace the dilapidated hockey court.
RENOVATION OF MITCHELL PLAYGROUND UNDERWAY!
The renovation of Mitchell Playground has begun and Councilman O’Neill has invested $614,000 of City Funding in the Far Northeast Philadelphia Playground. Phila delphia playground. The project includes the renovation of the spray-ground, play ground equipment, and fencing.
SEPTA Senior Fare Card Updates
SEPTA is extending the expiration dates for Senior Key ID Cards with 2020, 2021 and 2022 expiration dates. No Septa Key Senior ID Cards Will Expire In 2022.
Senior Key Cards with printed expiration dates of 2020, 2021 and 2022 will now remain effective through the end of the month printed on the card in 2023.
Councilman O’Neill with FOP President John McNesby and State Representative Martina White at the FOP’s Annual Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway.
Councilman O’Neill and his staff teamed up with Rite-Aid Pharmacy to distribute COVID-19 Vaccines at his Northeast Neighborhood Offices.
M IT CH E L L P L A YG R O UN D J U L Y 17 201 9 SITE PLAN Crumb Net Climber Playhouse, Typical Blazer Triple Bouncer Fire Engine Dumor Bench, Typical Tricycle Track SPLASH PAD Cubite Climber Play Structure Spica Spinner Swing Set Concrete Seatwall to Remain Play Tower Junior Spica Spinner 2-5 AREA 5-12 AREA
PROPOSED PLAN 2-5 PLAY AREA 5-12 PLAY AREA SHADE STRUCTURE PROPOSED PICNIC TABLES TYP EXISTING RECREATION CENTER EXISTING TREE PROPOSED SPRAY FEATURES PROPOSED BENCHES TYP NEW CONCRETE PAVING WITH SURFACE PAINTED GAMES EXISTING TREE EXISTING TREE EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREES CERCIS CANADENSIS ASTERN REDBUD) HONEY OCUS CULTIVA S THORNLESS AND SEEDLESS EXISTING TREES PROPOSED TREE CERCIS CANADENSIS TYP PROPOSED TREE PROPOSED TREE HONEY LOCUST TYP PROPOSED TREE EXISTING TREE EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE SCALE 1/8” = 1’
You should receive your 2023 property tax assessment in the mail f rom the Office of Property Assessment. It’s also available online at property.phila.gov. If you believe your assessment is toohigh, file a First Level Review form and mail it back to OPA by the NEW October 14 , 2022 deadline. For more information on this program, call (215) 686 9200 You can also appeal your assessment to the Board of Revision of Taxes by October 3, 2022 . This allows you to pay your 2023 property taxes at the 2022 amount until your case is decided. Call (215) 686 4343 for more information or email appealinquiry@phila gov . APPEALING YOUR ASSESSMENT Note: You cannot enroll in both LOOP and the Homestead Exemption at the same time. STOP FUTURE INCREASES . LOOP (Longtime Owner Occupant Program) Apply by September 30, 2023 HAVE YOUR PROPERTY TAXES “FROZEN” AT THE 2022 LEVEL . Apply by September 30, 2023 First Level Review Appeal Deadline Extended! First Level Review appeal application deadline has been extended to 10/ 14 /2022 helping you to fight your 2023 assessment increase. Contact Councilman O’Neill’s office for help filing your appeal 10TH DISTRICT COUNCILMEMBER SENIOR FREEZE To apply, you must be over 65 and meet the income requirements ($33,500 for individuals, or $41,500 for married couples), as long you live in your home. SAVE UP TO $1,119 A YEAR ON YOUR PROPERTY TAXES . Apply by December 1, 2022 HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION Received your 2023 home assessment? City Council voted to increase the exemp tion to $80,000. Enroll in the Homestead Exemption Program today! Did your assessment increase by 50% or more in 2023, or 75% over the last 5 years? Lived in your home at least 10 years and meet income guidelines? Your property tax increases may be capped.
COUNCILMAN O’NEILL VOTES TO PASS SAVE OUR HOMES PROPERTY TAX RELIEF PLAN Mandated Transparency by the City’s Office of Property Assessment. Extend the enrollment deadline for the Senior Tax Freeze program, allowing low-income seniors to freeze their property assessments retroactively, as far back as 2018. Increase the City’s Homestead Exemption from $45,000 to $80,000, giving every homeowner $1,120.00 off of their property tax bill. Multiple changes to the Longtime Owner-Occupants Program (LOOP) will significantly increase access for long-time homeowners. For For more information on these programs contact one of our offices below @CouncilmanOneill brian.oneill@phila.gov @ONeill4NEPhilly CouncilmanONeill.com Of fice of Brian O’Neill, 10TH District Councilmember | City Hall Room 562| (215) 686-3422
COUNCILMAN O’NEILL CONGRATULATES NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
The $616,000 upgrade of Lackman Playground includes the renovation and expansion of the existing playground, paving repair with re-striping of the tricycle tracks, tennis courts and replacing/ adding necessary site amenities. Additional trees are added throughout the play ground for increased shade and cooling. All tree species are native and climate-resilient. Play equipment selections emphasize accessibility for physically disabled users, and sensory play (musical equipment) pieces are also provided. A new accessible entrance from the public sidewalk is also being provided for easy movement. Two pickle ball courts are added to the tennis courts to create an additional amenity for the community. Basketball courts are re-striped with new backboards and nets.
The project includes the installation of new pedestrian scale lighting, at the southern edge of the property bordering the School District. New LED’s light were added for safety at the request of Councilmember O'Neill. Additional improve ments are scheduled this year for the rest of the playground and recreation facility.
LACKMAN AND BOYLE PLAYGROUND RENOVATIONS
DANIEL BOYLE MEMORIAL RECREATION CENTER LIGHTING PROJECT COMPLETE
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