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This enacted ordinance expands Philadelphia’s traffic-calming program beyond schools to include recreation centers, playgrounds, parks, libraries, and senior housing. It authorizes the Department of Streets, in consultation with relevant agencies and facilities, to install measures such as speed cushions, speed tables, and soft rumble strips near those locations; the ordinance took effect immediately.

Amending Chapter 11-708 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Traffic Calming Measures for Schools," by authorizing the Department of Streets to additionally install traffic calming measures in the vicinity of recreation centers, playgrounds, parks, and libraries; all under certain terms and conditions.