DOH! This version has been corrected. My original source indicated that the proposal was targeted to the city (like Philly) and not the state. Apologies
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Don’t Be Too Smug, Colorado: Philly Can Increase Taxes With The Best Of Them
Just a week after I reported that Colorado was moving to increase taxes on its sugary drinks, Philadelphia Mayor Nutter is expected to announced a
Read MoreDon't Be Alarmed
I’m not snowed under… I’ve been traveling this week, talking taxes and I have not a lick of tax bloggyness left in me. Check in
Read MoreWhy Justice Matters (Revisited)
Today, we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. I’m working on a post about service. But in the meantime, I am reposting something
Read MorePhiladelphia Amnesty Program
Philadelphia is having a tough time these days, much like many other cities. Expenditures are up and revenues are down. What’s a city to do?
Read MoreSunday Mail Bag
It’s a chilly Sunday morning here in Philadelphia. I thought a bit of housekeeping might be in order, so I’m opening up the ol’ taxgirl
Read MorePhillies v. Van Gogh: Culture Goes to War in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a town known for its scrappy sports teams and its passionate fans. We’ve collectively cheered our world champion Phillies and wrung our hands
Read MorePhiladelphia Closes Its Doors
Philadelphia joined a host of other cities and towns – as well as states – across the nation hanging up “closed” signs on government funded
Read MoreWill Eagles Score With Tax Credit & Vick?
In just a little under three hours, the Philadelphia Eagles will hit the field for the third of their four pre-season games. So far, they’ve
Read MorePhiladelphia Struggles With Revenue Woes
Philadelphia has joined a long list of US cities grappling with budget woes in the midst of falling revenues and increased expenditures. This week, things
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