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November 21, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on November 21, 2017, to review financial reports, discuss capital project funding, and hear a presentation from the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. The Board approved Resolution 2018-05, reallocating $420,000 in funds for Free Library roof repairs.
October 17, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on October 17, 2017, to review tax revenue collections, overtime spending, and financial audit results. The Board also received a presentation from the Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT) on IT infrastructure and cyber security concerns.
April 18, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on April 18, 2017, to review the FY2018-2022 Five-Year Financial Plan and discuss the DROP pension study. The Board heard presentations from City officials on revenue forecasts, labor costs, and capital budget priorities.
March 21, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on March 21, 2017, to review the Mayor’s Proposed Five-Year Financial Plan and discuss the City’s sanctuary city policies. The Board also approved a new four-year lease agreement for office equipment.
April 28, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board held a special meeting on April 28, 2017, to approve the FY2018 PICA Operating Budget and engage an economist for revenue analysis. The Board approved Resolution No. 7, adopting the budget and Resolution No. 8, engaging Charles Swanson for revenue forecasting.
July 18, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on July 18, 2017, to approve the FY2018-2022 Five-Year Financial Plan and elect Board officers. The Board approved Resolution No. 1, endorsing the plan while discussing concerns over pension funding and school district finances.
June 20, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on June 20, 2017, to discuss the City’s FY2018-2022 Five-Year Financial Plan review process, tax revenue trends, and arbitration settlement costs. The Board approved Resolution No. 12, engaging Parker Bond Consulting for arbitrage services.
September 19, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on September 19, 2017, to approve a bond refunding resolution and review the Police Court Overtime Study findings. The Board approved Resolution 2020-05, authorizing bond refunding while highlighting the need for better cost control.
January 18, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on January 18, 2017, to review financial updates, discuss overtime spending, and receive a legal update on the Sweetened Beverage Tax. The Board also approved commissioning a study on Police overtime related to court appearances.
December 19, 2016 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on December 19, 2016, to review financial updates, reappoint Executive Director Harvey Rice, and discuss the Sweetened Beverage Tax legal challenge. The Board also planned an upcoming meeting with the City Managing Director to address overtime spending.
November 15, 2016 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on November 15, 2016, to review City financial reports, discuss overtime spending, and hear a presentation from the Board of Pensions and Retirement. The Board raised concerns about the pension system’s low funded ratio and its impact on the City’s financial stability.
October 18, 2016 Board Meeting Minutes
The PICA Board met on October 18, 2016, to review quarterly financial updates, discuss the upcoming annual report, and plan its third annual fall conference. The Board also debated the impact of the Sweetened Beverage Tax and potential legal risks.