Philadelphia Office of the Controller

08/12/2026

Did you know Philadelphia spends more than $100 million each year managing stormwater? As climate-related flooding risks grow, understanding the costs and challenges of flood preparedness is more important than ever.

Check out our latest report: https://controller.phila.gov/philadelphia-reports/august-2026-municipal-money-matters/

08/10/2026

08/06/2026

The latest from City Controller Christy Brady regarding PHLCouncil's request to conduct an in-depth special audit of School District of Philadelphia's performance, management and operations.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

NEW: Philadelphia’s city controller says the city and school district are losing about $30 million a year in revenue from people who improperly claim a homestead exemption on their taxes.

08/06/2026

Nearly 36,000 Philadelphia homeowners have been improperly receiving the Homestead property tax exemption, according to a report released Wednesday by the Office of the City Controller.

08/06/2026

The Controller had a great time at National Night Out!

08/05/2026

Just released: the Follow Up Review of the Controller's Investigation of the City of Philadelphia's Homestead Exemption Program.

Read the report and it's findings here: https://controller.phila.gov/philadelphia-reports/investigation-of-the-city-of-philadelphias-homestead-exemption-program-follow-up-review/

07/28/2026

Philadelphia has the highest rate of deadly crashes among major U.S. cities, according to an analysis of traffic data released by the city controller.

07/24/2026

In recognition of National Traffic Awareness month in August, City Controller Christy Brady reviewed the City of Philadelphia’s latest highway safety statistics as part of the office’s latest Municipal Money Matters report.

📝: https://controller.phila.gov/philadelphia-reports/july-2026-municipal-money-matters/