The PICA Board approved the City of Philadelphia’s FY27-31 Five-Year Plan after determining that it meets the applicable requirements, criteria, and standards of the PICA Act and Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement. The resolution follows PICA staff review of the Plan and formal submission of a Staff Report to the Board. The vote passed with the required…

The PICA Board elected officers for a one-year term at its annual meeting, as required by the PICA Act and the Authority’s bylaws. Alan Kessler was elected Chairperson, Rosalind Sutch as Vice Chairperson, Michael Karp as Secretary/Treasurer, and Patrick Burns as Assistant Secretary/Treasurer. The resolution took effect immediately upon its approval.

The PICA Board approved its schedule of regular meetings for Fiscal Year 2027 and the Annual Meeting for Fiscal Year 2028, as required under the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act. Meetings will be held monthly at 12:15 p.m., Philadelphia local time, in PICA’s conference room at 1500 Walnut Street, with details also available on the Authority’s website….

Members received updates from the City on the adopted FY27 Operating and Capital budgets, including changes related to School District funding, the Labor Reserve, Pension Fund contributions, and projected fund balances. The Board discussed reserves, pension funding progress, emergency shelter funding, and the timeline for submission and review of the FY27-31 Five-Year Plan. PICA staff…

At this Annual Meeting, the Board will receive updates from the City of Philadelphia, along with reports from the Executive Director and Treasurer. Members will consider three resolutions, including approval of the City’s FY27-31 Five-Year Plan, election of officers, and adoption of the FY27 Board meeting schedule. Public comment and new business will follow prior…

The Board approved one-year extensions for PICA’s audit services contract with Maher Duessel and accounting services contract with J. Miller & Associates. Members received updates on PICA’s review of the FY27 Budget and FY27 to FY31 Proposed Five-Year Plan, including department meetings, monitoring of budget hearings, and analysis of fiscal risks related to funding uncertainty,…

At this meeting, the Board will receive updates from the City of Philadelphia, along with reports from the Executive Director and Treasurer. The agenda does not include any resolutions for consideration. Public comment and new business will follow prior to adjournment.

The PICA Board approved the second one-year renewal of J. Miller & Associates, LLC to provide accounting services for the Authority from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The renewal continues the existing engagement under terms that allow for additional one-year extensions at the Authority’s discretion. The resolution also authorizes the execution of related…

The PICA Board approved the second one-year renewal of Maher Duessel LLP to provide financial auditing services for the Authority for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The renewal continues the engagement under the terms of the original agreement, which allows for additional one-year extensions at the Authority’s discretion. The resolution also authorizes the…

The Board received a briefing from the City on the revised Transportation Network Company Tax proposal, which would increase the fee to $1 per ride to help address the School District’s projected deficit and preserve hundreds of positions. Discussion focused on the reliability of projected revenues, the City’s role in supporting school funding, and the…

At this meeting, the Board will receive updates from the City of Philadelphia, along with reports from the Executive Director and Treasurer. Members will consider two resolutions related to the renewal of audit and accounting services for the Authority. Public comment and new business will follow prior to adjournment.

The Board received a detailed presentation from the City on the proposed FY27–31 Five-Year Plan, highlighting new investments in housing, public safety, workforce development, and infrastructure, along with planned borrowing and new revenue proposals. Members discussed risks related to federal funding, economic conditions, and proposed tax changes, as well as ongoing improvements in staffing levels…