Kenney offers budget with increases for violence prevention, police, schools

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Mayor Jim Kenney’s proposed $5.6 billion spending plan puts a heavy emphasis on maintaining existing city services and invests millions in gun violence prevention programs and public education.

Though the budget proposal includes no additional taxes or rate hikes, many Philadelphians may be paying more due to property tax reassessments, which are set to be completed next month.