When you think of Philadelphia’s art scene, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? If it’s jogging up the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s steps while doing your best Rocky impression, you’re not quite right — but location-wise, you’re pretty close.
Think about it for a second: How long can you
When you think of Philadelphia’s history, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Being the first capital of the United States? Betsy Ross knitting the first American flag on Arch Street? Or how about the signing of the Declaration of Independence?
You get the point -- Philadelphia’s history is filled
Did you recently make the switch to an electric vehicle (EV)? Good news for ya: You can now charge up during your travels at our Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) parking facilities — for free!
Here’s the scoop: In late 2015 we installed seven EV charging stations down at the PHL.
A few months ago, we participated in an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) event at City Hall. Not only did the occasion mark the 25th anniversary of the ADA being voted into law, it also gave us the perfect opportunity to assist residents with disabilities find parking close to their
In December 2013, the Philadelphia Parking Authority initiated #UnblockBikeLanes -- a Twitter hashtag campaign to accomplish the following:
Give citizens the opportunity to report blocked bike lanes via Twitter.
Compile relevant data highlighting the most problematic areas with blocked bike lanes in the city.
Engage active voices within the Philadelphia community, in particular,
Notice to All Interested Parties:
Philadelphia Parking Authority Regulation #126-8 (IRRC #3048) Taxicab Safety Cameras, was unanimously approved by the Independent Regulatory Review Commission on July 24, 2014. While this regulation awaits final approval from the remaining regulatory bodies involved, the Authority encourages taxicab owners to become familiar with the terms
Just under a year ago, we launched #UnblockBikeLanes on Twitter. Since its inception, #UnblockBikeLanes has increased our ability to engage with Philadelphia’s cycling community while addressing problematic parking areas. The continued success of #UnblockBikeLanes is attributed to the relentless work ethic of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, who devised
For this week’s #TBT, we dug up a vintage picture from Philadelphia’s Department of Public Records. Since 1950, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has provided Philadelphians and tourists with convenient parking locations throughout the city. We are committed to continue providing that service as we move forward. New parking garages may
Eight years ago, Marlene Bednarczyk left the Poconos for the City of Brotherly Love. Recently widowed, Marlene was in search of a job for this new chapter in her life. Marlene found the perfect job for her with The Philadelphia Parking Authority.
“At that time I thought what’s the PPA? And
