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Over the past decade, local tax reforms have made Philadelphia a better place to do business. What other changes to the tax code could lead to economic growth across the city? Could tax reform create a more inclusive and equitable COVID-19 recovery?
SEPTA Forward: Bus Revolution
South Kensington Community Partners
The first major survey of the SEPTA Forward: Bus Revolution is out - and we want to hear from you. SEPTA is creating a better bus network and can't do it without your input. Plus, you'll have a chance to win one of ten $25 Visa gift cards!
Take the survey here: [Click to take survey]
This is a key opportunity to weigh in on everything from bus routes to speed, frequency, stops - everything is on the table. Don't miss this important chance to help drive the Revolution forward. The survey closes at the end of October, so make sure to share your opinion now.
Bus Revolution is a comprehensive redesign of SEPTA’s entire bus network to make buses more reliable, efficient, and simpler to understand and use. This project is a key part of the Authority's strategic plan, SEPTA Forward, and our efforts to revamp our services and better connect people across the region.
For more information, fact sheets in multiple languages, and to sign up for important updates and qualify for perks, visit www.SEPTABusRevolution.com, or contact us by email at busnetwork@septa.org or phone at (267) 291-6045.
2021 Small Business Credit Survey
South Kensington Community Partners
This voluntary survey is sponsored solely by the Federal Reserve Banks.
The questions are best answered by an owner or key financial decision maker and will take about 10 minutes.
Take survey here
Community Legal Service renters survey
South Kensington Community Partners
The results will help Community Legal Services (CLS)
better represent and advocate for renters.
Fill the survey at https://buff.ly/3zQri1O
SKCP & Project TechCycle Digital Divide SURVEY
South Kensington Community Partners
Hello neighbor! This survey will be a great benefit to us as we begin trying to develop programs and workshops to help lessen the Digital Divide in our service area. South Kensington Community Partners' NAC and Project TechCycle are teaming up to try to bring our neighbors some useful information, build skills, and allow for more computer access.
We need your help to do that. By filling out this survey, you are supporting our development of programs and workshops that we hope to bring to our neighbors sometime soon.
Please note that the survey can take about 10 minutes to fill out. However, there is no timer, so take as much time as you need. The deadline for submitting is 5pm on Friday August 6th. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email them to rdavis@southkensingtoncommunity.org.
SEPTA Forward: Bus Revolution is a project that will create a more efficient, effective and accessible bus network.
South Kensington Community Partners
By creating routes that are more direct, reliable and easier to use, more riders will be able to take advantage of this important service within our community. We will be taking an in-depth look at how the needs of our riders are changing and we want to hear from you. Learn more about how you can make sure your voice is heard and be a part of our Bus Revolution. Click here to fill the survey.
Want to leave a comment or speak to the team? Email us at busnetwork@septa.org or call us at 267.291.6045
Technology is changing’: SEPTA finally giving its troubled Key card a reboot.
Darryl C. Murphy, WHYY
Read here.
Renter Survey
South Kensington Community Partners
Community Legal Services (CLS) and The Housing Initiative at Penn are conducting a survey to learn more about unlawful eviction, housing discrimination, housing quality, and displacement in Philadelphia. The results will help CLS better represent and advocate for Philadelphia renters.
If you are currently a renter living in Philadelphia, please take 15 minutes to complete the survey for a chance to win one of fifty $50 gift cards.
Click here to complete the survey.
Did You Attend a Philly Public School?
South Kensington Community Partners
Philly Alumni wants to engage you, inform you, and help you get involved!
Philly Alumni is Philadelphia’s free citywide alumni network where we stay connected, support each other, support current public school students, give back and celebrate together! We need to update alumni on cool events, alumni accomplishments, and alumni-owned businesses we should all support.
Please help us by taking a two-minute survey, linked below! Philly Alumni is an initiative of The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia.
Check us out at phillyalumni.com!
Take the Quick Survey Here
SURVEYS
South Kensington Community Partners
Online Survey on health effects of visiting green spaces.
You are invited to participate in a short survey that is being conducted by researchers at the Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health. Your responses will be used for a research study of the health effects of visiting green spaces, such as parks and gardens, during the Covid-19 pandemic. The survey should take you fewer than ten minutes to complete.
Participating in the survey is completely voluntary. You are welcome to skip any questions that you prefer not to answer, and you can stop participating at any time. Choosing to not participate will not be held against you. Your survey responses will be completely anonymous, and we will not collect any identifying or contact information from you. We will not contact you again after you participate in the survey. There are no risks or benefits to participating in this survey.
Click here to fill the survey.
Take the Voter Experience Survey.
November 3, 2020 Voter Experience Survey: In-person vs. mail-in voting.
Please take a few minutes to answer the following questions about your voting experience in this fall's 2020 General Election. The results of this survey are important to understanding what voters encounter during the voting process. The aggregate results will be publicly available after the election. No identifiable information is required.
The Committee of Seventy is a nonpartisan advocate for better government and elections. We invite voters from across Pennsylvania to participate. Thank you, in advance, for your help in improving elections.
Click here to take the survey.
S U R V E Y
South Kensington Community Partners
Examining Influences on the Work Commute Mode Choices of Essential Workers in Philadelphia during the COVID-19 Pandemic
To participate scan the QR code or visit https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2moPBGFDR9wXgZn
Philadelphia COVID-19 Recovery Office
South Kensington Community Partners
Working toward a successful, fiscally responsible pandemic recovery that strengthens the economy while protecting vulnerable populations.
The COVID-19 Recovery Office works to ensure that Philadelphia recovers from the pandemic in a way that:
Protects public health and safety.
Is fiscally responsible for the City and its taxpayers.
Addresses the most pressing community hardships caused by the pandemic.
Puts Philadelphians back to work.
Helps businesses in hard-hit communities reopen and thrive.
Subscribe to our mailing list here and receive updates from the COVID-19 Recovery Office.
Small Business Survey & Funding
South Kensington Community Partners
SAFE REOPENING BUSINESS SURVEY
We want to hear from business owners in the Philadelphia region about the resources needed to reopen safely. The purpose of this survey is to assess the needs of businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region in order to help the City develop guidance and resources to help you safely and speedily reopen after the COVID-19 business closures.
TAKE THE SURVEY
PA SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS
Recently, Governor Tom Wolf announced a $225M statewide grant program to support small businesses that were impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis and subsequent business closure order.
At this time, program details are still in development. The PA CDFI Network is currently working with the PA Department of Community and Economic Development in support of program implementation. Visit our central informational website to learn more about the program and the CDFIs deploying the grants and sign up for the mailing list to be notified when the application phase is opening. Applications are not being accepted at this time.
LEARN MORE
RESTART PHL LOAN FUND
This loan program provides flexible low-cost capital to small businesses with less than $5M in revenue for costs associated with improved business resilience or growth, including working capital, fit-up, inventory, technology, mobilization, re-hiring, and employee training.
The fund is targeted to historically disadvantaged communities with a specific focus on minority, women, and immigrant-owned businesses located on commercial corridors in low-income areas. The loan application and additional program details will be released soon.
LEARN MORE
RESTORE & REOPEN GRANT PROGRAM
The City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce recently announced $1.4 million in initial funding for businesses in historically disadvantaged communities that experienced damage or inventory loss from the recent civil unrest to cover expenses needed to recover and reopen. This program is being administered by The Merchants Fund. Program details and guidelines are still being developed. Application, guidelines, and eligibility will be posted on the Merchants Fund website once available.
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THE PA 30 DAY FUND
The Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund recently announced that it will deploy at least $100,000 for diverse small businesses who have suffered loss due to property damage and looting. The nonprofit organization provides $3,000 forgivable loans to small businesses owners who complete a simple application and submit a video. The Fund launched on May 7, 2020, and has already funded over 70 companies, including 36 minority-owned small businesses, impacted by COVID-19. APPLY FOR PA 30 DAY FUND
COVID-19 INFORMATION
South Kensington Community Partners
How Are Philadelphia Area Residents Coping With COVID-19? Take the Survey
In these difficult times, when everyone's lives are being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, you can do something important for your family, friends, neighbors and community. Please take time to participate in our survey of the impacts of COVID-19. We need reliable information on the impact on work and health (physical and mental health) to effectively assess the needs of communities and support them better. Your responses will be kept confidential and anonymous.
Please clink on the link the complete the survey in English or Spanish .
COVID-19 RESOURCES
Complete list of resources with links to the websites of the mentioned resources is available on this pdf.
On the downloaded pdf, you can click on each icon and get the corresponding website, like:
Workforce Updates, PA CareerLink
For Renters, Philly Tenant
Families & Youth, Office of Children & Families
United Way Resource Directory, United Way
Food, Department of Public Health
