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Proposed Land Acquisition at 8800 Tinicum Boulevard

Original title: April 28, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of Aviation to acquire, on behalf of the City, fee simple title or a lesser interest by purchase, amicable negotiation, dedication, donation, condemnation, agreement in lieu of condemnation or otherwise, in and to all or portions of a certain parcel of land known as 8800 Tinicum Boulevard in Philadelphia County, under certain terms and conditions. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

April 30, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance grants the Department of Aviation the legal authority to take ownership of a specific property near the airport, which could involve the use of eminent domain if negotiations fail.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owner of 8800 Tinicum Boulevard

The owner is subject to potential acquisition of their property by the city through negotiation or condemnation.

Department of Aviation

The department is granted the legal authority to initiate the acquisition process for the specified land.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 30, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has introduced an ordinance to authorize the City of Philadelphia's Department of Aviation to acquire land located at 8800 Tinicum Boulevard. The city may obtain this property through various methods, including purchase, donation, or .

Key Facts

The ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Aviation to acquire land at 8800 Tinicum Boulevard.
The city may acquire either 'fee simple title' (full ownership) or a 'lesser interest' in the property.
Acquisition methods authorized include purchase, amicable negotiation, dedication, donation, and condemnation.
The ordinance includes an 'agreement in lieu of condemnation' provision.
The file number for this legislative item is 260416.
The document was introduced to the City Council on April 30, 2026.

Why It Matters

This ordinance grants the Department of Aviation the legal authority to take ownership of a specific property near the airport, which could involve the use of eminent domain if negotiations fail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'condemnation' mean in this context?

In this context, refers to the legal process of eminent domain, where the government takes private property for public use, typically with compensation.

Does this ordinance guarantee the city will buy the land?

No, it authorizes the Director of the Department of Aviation to pursue acquisition through various legal means, but it does not mandate a specific purchase price or timeline.

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Discoveries

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Aviation Expansion

The city is actively seeking to expand its land holdings near the airport, as indicated by the specific targeting of 8800 Tinicum Boulevard.

Department of Aviation

Connected Entities

location8800 Tinicum Boulevard“The specific parcel of land subject to the proposed acquisition.”Map →

personCherelle L. Parker“Mayor of Philadelphia who introduced the ordinance.”Map →

organizationCity Council of Philadelphia“The legislative body considering the ordinance.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Aviation“The city department authorized to acquire the land.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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