University City District works year-round to change places and change lives. We invite you to explore our 2018 Annual Review online, where you can see our impact across our... Read More
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UCD's next great public space now open!Trolley Portal Gardens is now open at 40th and Baltimore Click here for more info » -
Explore community events!Get the lowdown on events, restaurant specials, and more Click here for more information. » -
WPSI IS RECRUITING ACROSS PHILADELPHIACustomer-service superstars interested in Bus Operator opportunities at SEPTA should apply! Click here for more information. » -
Our annual publication highlighting UCD's impact in the neighborhoodOnline Report Details Work in Public Space, Workforce Development, Transportation Planning and More UCD 2018 Annual Review » -
Our safety ambassadors patrol the neighborhood and offer assistance to the community.UCD is dedicated to improving the neighborhood. Our Public Space Maintenance staff clean and enhance more than 160 University City commercial and residential blocks, and our safety ambassadors provide walking escorts, vehicle lock-outs, and transplants to homeless shelters. »
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The support of local civic associations has been critical to UCD’s work since our formation in 1997. Early in our history, the civics served as a bridge between UCD and the... Read More
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University City District (UCD) and the Baltimore Avenue Business Association are excited to announce the return of the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll on Thursday, June 6th and... Read More
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For the better part of 20 years, University City District fit the paradigm of most Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), working every day to make our 2.4 square mile... Read More
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Daily lunch service returns in March at The Porch! We have a different truck vending each day for lunch, plus breakfast service from our friends at Schmear It on Thursday mornings... Read More
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The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative (WPSI), our nationally renowned job training program that connects local residents seeking opportunity with employers seeking talent,... Read More