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The 250th milestone of Philadelphia presents a significant opportunity to honor the city's deep-rooted history, dynamic communities, and commitment to sustainability. The Phila250 studio embarked on a comprehensive study of mega-events, evaluated the current landscape of the city, and formulated well-informed policy suggestions. Students delved into topic areas of interest, concurrently aiding PHILADELPHIA250 in their community engagement endeavors to gain insights into local planning intricacies. This collaborative effort culminated in the formation of five distinct groups, each focusing on particular topics and recommendations, outlined below:
Recognizing Roots
In partnership with PHILADELPHIA250, 16 distinct corridors or neighborhood gateways throughout the city have been designated for events, highlighting the individual cultural character of each locality. Engaging local organizations and community leaders is not merely essential as stakeholders but as integral creators and collaborators. These designated gateways encompass Manayunk/Roxborough, Germantown, Oxford Circle, Benjamin Rush State Park, Glen Foerd, Tacony, West Fairmount Park, Strawberry Mansion/North Philly, Centro de Oro, Richmond Street, American Street, Schuylkill Riverwalk, Lower Moyamensing, Stadium District, Elmwood Park, and 52nd Street.
Celebrate, Locally
To enhance communal gatherings in Philadelphia during global events like the 2026 World Cup, we propose refining event permit procedures, clarifying fee structures, and bolstering local vendor support mechanisms. Such transparency will not only celebrate the character of each neighborhood but also cultivate a more cohesive community identity.
Bike Philly
With an anticipated influx of visitors for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there's a need to upgrade Philadelphia's bicycle infrastructure to better accommodate locals and visitors. The proposal suggests implementing parking separated bike lanes, enhancing Indego wayfinding, and promoting activity-based bike planning.
ShopLegacy Philly
Highlighting Philadelphia's enduring legacy businesses is paramount. The ShopLegacy Philly™ initiative endeavors to create a Legacy Business Registry and Program, ensuring these venerable establishments garner the acknowledgment and backing they merit. Additionally, it aims to leverage the 2026 events as a catalyst, directing attention and support towards these cornerstone institutions.
Step to Zero Waste
Aligned with Philadelphia's goal to achieve zero waste by 2035, the 2026 events provide an avenue to accelerate this mission. Recommendations include reviving the Zero-Waste Litter Cabinet, creating neighborhood recycling and composting nodes, launching educational campaigns, and promoting sustainable practices when organizing events.
More detailed information on these recommendations can be found at bit.ly/Phila26