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Five years later: How the Beverage Tax has changed lives and communities

17 Jun 2021 11:29 AM | Travis Oliver (Administrator)

On June 16, 2016, Philadelphia City Council passed the Philadelphia Beverage Tax proposed by Mayor Kenney. Over the last five years, the City has reinvested millions of dollars in revenue directly into Philadelphia communities, focusing on three transformational programs:

  • PHLpreK: Free, quality pre-K for 3- and 4-year-old children across Philadelphia.
  • Community Schools: Public schools where partnerships and programs promote wellness, stability, and learning opportunities for students, families, and neighbors.
  • Rebuild: A once-in-a-generation investment of hundreds of millions of dollars to improve recreation centers, parks, libraries, and playgrounds.

Over the last five years, we’ve invested in quality education, growing small businesses, and revitalizing shared public spaces throughout the city. These are long-term investments in a better future for all, and we’re already seeing the benefits. 

Here are some highlights from our progress since 2016: 

https://www.phila.gov/2021-06-16-five-years-later-how-the-beverage-tax-has-changed-lives-and-communities/


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