PICA’s Continuing Economic Decline: A Foreboding Future for Philadelphia white paper from FY97 examines the city’s ongoing job and population losses, highlighting the risks these trends pose to revenue generation and service delivery. The report underscores the urgency of reversing economic decline to maintain fiscal stability and sustain critical public services.

PICA’s Charting a Course for Fiscal and Climate Sustainability report examines the financial risks climate change poses to Philadelphia and explores strategies to integrate climate resilience into the City’s fiscal planning. The report highlights key investment areas, including infrastructure improvements, climate budgeting, and new revenue sources to fund long-term sustainability efforts.

PICA’s Tariffs and the Philadelphia Budget issue brief examines the potential impact of proposed federal tariffs on the City’s economy, revenue streams, and expenditures, with recommendations for mitigation strategies.