Latest Updates – Property Assessments Frozen for 2022 [as of Sept 10]...
As of September 10
Property Assessments Frozen for 2022
Due to COVID-19, the city announced today that it will forgo a citywide reassessment of all property values for Tax Year 2022. Assessments for most properties will remain unchanged from current levels set for Tax Year 2021. Only properties that had new construction, expiring abatements, renovations, subdivisions, consolidations, or errors in prior year assessments will be reassessed.
- Property owners may still appeal assessments.
- Homeowners may apply for tax relief programs for their primary residences, such as the Homestead Exemption or the Low-Income Senior Tax Freeze.
As of September 9, 2020
- The City of Philadelphia’s Eviction Diversion Program enables landlords and tenants to arrive at an agreement that works for both parties, without having to go to Court. Landlords may apply online here.
- Are you a tenant and you need help with an eviction notice or want to know your rights? Check out this resource online or call the Philly Tenant Hotline at (267) 443-2500.
- Philadelphia K-12 families who do not have in-home internet access or who have internet access only through mobile phones can call 211 and press option 1 to speak with a resource navigator to get internet in their home. Learn more here.
- Free Food Sites continue through the fall. Find a free food site here.
- Registration is still open for Supervised Connected Access Centers for Digital Learning, which provide childcare support for families. You can fill out the registration form online here or call (215) 709-5366 to apply.
- The Water Shutoff Program from PWD has been extended. Water will NOT be shut off for residents unable to pay water bills through September 30th. Get help with water bills here or by calling (215) 685-6300.
- The Basic Systems Repair Program application is now open. It provides free repairs to correct electrical, plumbing, heating, structural and roofing emergencies in eligible owner-occupied homes in Philadelphia. Learn more and apply here.
- The Adaptive Modifications Program application is now open. It is designed to help low-income individuals with permanent physical disabilities live more independently in their homes through free adaptations to a home. Learn more and apply here.
- Remember: continuing to wear a mask when outside your home and practicing social distancing remains crucial.
As of September 3, 2020
Philadelphia K-12 families who do not have in-home internet access or who have internet access only through mobile phones can call 211 and press option 1 to speak with a resource navigator to get internet in their home. Learn more here.
Free Food Sites continue through the fall with some location changes. Find a free food site here. An earlier email said students would have to show ID, which is no longer the case.
Registration is still open for Supervised Connected Access Centers for Digital Learning, which provide childcare support for families. You can fill out the registration form online here or call (215) 709-5366 to apply.
The Water Shutoff Program from PWD has been extended. Water will NOT be shut off for residents unable to pay water bills through September 30th. Get help with water bills here or by calling (215) 685-6300.
The Basic Systems Repair Program application is now open. It provides free repairs to correct electrical, plumbing, heating, structural and roofing emergencies in eligible owner-occupied homes in Philadelphia. Learn more and apply here.
The Adaptive Modifications Program application is now open. It is designed to help low-income individuals with permanent physical disabilities live more independently in their homes through free adaptations to a home. Learn more and apply here.
Remember: Continuing to wear a mask when outside your home and practicing social distancing remains crucial.
As of August 27, 2020
Application Deadlines Approaching + New Services and Programs Available for Pandemic Assistance
The Water Shutoff Program from PWD has been extended. Water will NOT be shut off for residents unable to pay water bills through September 30th. You can still get help with water bills here or by calling (215) 685-6300.
Free Food Sites will continue through the fall with some location changes. Students will be required to show ID starting September 3rd. Find a free food site here.
LIHEAP Recovery Crisis Program offers additional funds to help you pay for your PECO or PGW bill. Deadline is this Monday, August 31 - get more info and apply here ASAP!
Registration is now open for Supervised Connected Access Centers for Digital Learning, which provide childcare support for families. You can fill out the registration form online here or call (215) 709-5366 to apply.
Philadelphia K-12 families who do not have in-home internet access or who have internet access only through mobile phones can call 211 and press option 1 to speak with a resource navigator to get internet in their home. Learn more here.
The Basic Systems Repair Program application is now open. It provides free repairs to correct electrical, plumbing, heating, structural and roofing emergencies in eligible owner-occupied homes in Philadelphia. Learn more and apply here.
The Adaptive Modifications Program application is now open. It is designed to help low-income individuals with permanent physical disabilities live more independently in their homes through free adaptations to a home. Learn more and apply here.
Remember: continuing to wear a mask when outside your home and practicing social distancing remains crucial.
As of August 24. 2020
The Free Food Sites will continue through the fall with schedule changes. Starting this week, all food distribution will take place on Thursdays only between 10am-12pm.
LIHEAP Recovery Crisis Program offers additional funds to help you pay for your PECO or PGW bill. Deadline is next Monday, August 31 - get more info and apply here ASAP!
Registration opens today for Supervised Connected Access Centers for Digital Learning, including a site at our local Library, the Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library. Centers will open on September 8th and registration is required.
The COVID-19 Relief Pennsylvania Statewide Small Business Assistance Program application window ends soon - Apply before this Friday, August 28th!
The Water Shutoff Program from PWD is currently set to expire on August 31. Apply for the Water Bill Customer Assistance program here if you're struggling to pay your water bill.
The City announced that indoor dining will begin with a strict cap of 25% capacity, and many other restrictionson September 8th. On August 20, certain game venues were allowed to reopen with restrictions.
Remember: continue to wear a mask when out of your home and practice distancing.
As of July 22, 2020
A mandatory order to wear face coverings is still in effect.
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Emergency Assistance Program) Recovery Crisis Program ends on August 31. If you've been impacted by COVID-19 and have a past-due bill, apply online for up to $800.
CARES Pandemic Mortgage Assistance Program application is open for those seeking mortgage assistance due to the pandemic.
Philadelphia has opened Phase 2 of the City's COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. Information is available online at this link and by phone at 215-334-4663.
Find a COVID-19 testing site at this webpage, and learn more about testing at this link.
As of June 16, 2020
The city encourages those who have been out in crowds, at demonstrations or otherwise, to get free coronavirus testing about 7 days after potential exposure - more information on where to get tested here and an FAQ on testing here.
Take the feedback survey from the Philadelphia School District on the upcoming school year.
Prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the Yellow Phase by continuing to wear a mask and refrain from gatherings. Read the city's Safer-at-Home guide for details.
Outdoor dining. Restaurants and cafes are beginning to open for outdoor dining and can apply for more outdoor dining space. They must follow these guidelines.
As of May 14, 2020
Wear a Mask: Mask or bandana/cloth are required when in stores, and strongly recommended when outside home.
Vote by Mail: Apply by May 26. (And register by May 18.) PA Primary Election June 2, polling places cut by 77% - don't wait in huge lines, apply to vote by mail - click here.
Changed Polling Places: Most Northern Liberties residents will vote at Painted Bride, 230 Vine St on June 2 - interactive map of changed polling places - click here.
Stay at Home Order Extended to June 4.
Covid Testing Guidance Expands - now includes people under age 50: Full info from the city - click here.
PA 30 Day Fund - forgivable loans to businesses: Easy application and full info - click here.
NL BID $1,000 reimbursement grants for facade improvement and sidewalk repairs. Click here to email the BID for full info.
As of April 28, 2020
WEAR A MASK: Masks now required when in stores, and strongly recommended whenever outside the home and likely to come near others. Please wear one, or a bandana or piece of cloth, when you go out.
Recycling Pickup Is ON This Week: Put out trash and recycling Thursday evening, for Friday pickup.
Blue Angels Jet Flyover Today 2PM: Salute to frontline workers, NY-NJ-PHL, will last about 20 min.
2nd Pot of Paycheck Protection Money Now Available: Can be used for payroll, rent, utilities, etc, to help small biz avoid layoffs. FAQ and application links - click here.
The Reinvestment Fund Can Help with Paycheck Protection Application Process: Longtime nonprofit lender will advise and accept/process applications for qualifying small businesses. Learn more at their web site.
Free Estate Planning for Healthcare Workers. Wills, financial and healthcare powers of attorney, and living wills, for low- and moderate-income frontline workers. Info and application at this web page.
Property Tax Deadline Extended Again, to June 15. Full info at this City web page.
As of April 24, 2020
NO Recycling Pickup This Week: Put out trash only tonight, for Friday pickup. (Recycling picked up next week.)
Technical Assistance for Northern Liberties Businesses: Businesses within the BID can get free technical assistance - accounting, bookkeeping, grant/loan application help, web site help, etc - simply email the NL BID.
PA Unemployment Application Now Available for Self-employed/gig workers: Visit this pager for FAQ and links.
COVID Testing in Northern Liberties at AFC Urgent Care, 2nd & Girard. Mon-Fri, free with most insurance. Must be pre-screened: to go www.afcurgentcarenolibs.com and click “Book a Virtual Visit Online” to be screened online.
School District Meal Pickup Changed to Once a Week: Same 49 locations, Thursdays only now, 10 meals per pickup per student (5x breakfast, 5x lunch).
Free Laptops for Students: School District now providing free Chromebooks to any K-12 student who needs one at two pickup locations. HS students should bring ID; adults picking up for students should bring own ID and are requested to know the student's District ID number.
Crucial Info on Mortgage Relief: Help is available from banks, but it's complicated. Visit this government web page to get information and clarity on your options.
Resident Survey on Covid Impacts: Drexel public health researchers conducting an online survey on how Philadelphians are coping. All are encouraged to fill it out.
As of April 7, 2020
West Philly Testing Site Opens Up to Everyone: Penn Hospital testing site now open to anyone experiencing symptoms - no Dr. referral required. People without referral urged to call Penn hotline first, 833-983-1350. Site open M-F 10AM-4PM, parking lot at 4122 Market St, drive-up and walk-up available, uninsured patients free.
National Restaurant Employee Relief Fund: $500 grants to individual restaurant employees impacted by the pandemic. Click Here to apply or donate.
Philly Virtual Tip Jar for Service Industry Workers: Sign up to add your info to a database of local service industry workers so you can receive online donations.
Northern Liberties Business Needs Survey: The BID is doing an assessment of what local business' needs are. Fill out this quick survey.
Have a Question for a PA Primary Candidate? The NLNA will be asking candidates in the June 2 Primary to record brief videos for our neighborhood. If you have a question you'd like them to address, just reply to matt@nlna.org. They'll only have time to address a couple, but yours could be one!
Educational Resources: City web page on resources for families and early learning providers.
As of April 3, 2020
$10k Business Grants - Deadline Saturday Night (April 4)
Verizon-LISC biz recovery fund, up to $10k, click here to apply, deadline tomorrow, Sat Apr 4, 11:59PM, application looks simple.
City Tax Deadlines Delayed
Real Estate taxes due Apr 30, business BIRT and Net Profits taxes due July 15.
Local Effort to Sew Face Masks
sewfacemasksphilly.com - new effort to produce face masks for healthcare workers (plus new public-health guidance says even simple masks or bandanas can reduce risk).
Nearby Social Services
Lutheran Settlement House, 1340 Frankford Ave, 215-426-8610. Food pantry, domestic violence help, emergency shelter, food delivery to seniors.
New Center City Testing Site
For people age 50+ and healthcare workers only. Not drive-through, you can walk up. By pre-screened appointment only, 267-491-5870.