This week’s been a scorcher here in the City of Brotherly Love, with Health Commissioner Dr. Tom Farley declaring the first Heat Health Emergency of 2017.

There are tips you can use to stay cool and more information about Heat Health Emergency on the City’s website.

Along with the weather, a lot of other things happened in Philly this week, so #PhillyMayorThisWeek recaps five moments you might’ve missed.

1. The City declared the first Heat Health Emergency of 2017 and the Office of Homeless Services declared a Code Red.

During a Heat Health Emergency, the City enacts special measures to keep Philadelphians safe, including activating cooling centers and the Heatline: 215-765-9040. If you have questions about where to go or how to stay cool, call the Heatline at 215-765-9040. A Code Red is declared to ensure homeless Philadelphians are safe during extreme weather. If you see someone on the street in the heat who needs help, call outreach at 215-232-1984.

The City has declared a Heat Health Emergency. Special measures are now in effect to keep all Philadelphians safe,…

‎Posted by City of Philadelphia Government on‎ חמישי 20 יולי 2017

2. Mayor Kenney announced formation of the City’s first Office of Violence Prevention.

This week Mayor Kenney announced creation of the City’s first-ever Office of Violence Prevention. The new office will oversee more effective and efficient distribution of the $60 million the City invests in anti-violence resources across Philadelphia. Do you want to help promote peace in your neighborhood? Here are a few ways you can help.

The Office of Violence Prevention will aid our police officers and other City employees on the front lines by ensuring…

‎Posted by Mayor Jim Kenney on‎ שישי 21 יולי 2017

3. The Mayor joined City officials to open Shakespeare and Pennypacker parks along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

Iconic spaces serving as the front yard of the flagship location of the Free Library of Philadelphia, Shakespeare and Pennypacker parks officially opened this week. Created by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as part of a multi-year project involving the bridges spanning the Vine Street Expressway between 18th and 22nd streets. Shakespeare Park is named after the legendary British playwright; a statue of William Shakespeare rests in the green space.

4. Mayor Kenney learned how to play Minecraft — sort of.

This week, Mayor Kenney switched places with some young Philadelphia students as they became teachers and taught him how to play Minecraft to help promote the Block by Block Party hosted by PCCY (Public Citizens for Children and Youth). The fundraising event, taking place in September, focuses on bringing high tech resources to Philadelphia’s public schools. You can learn more about the Block by Block Party from PCCY.

5. The Mayor announced appointment of the new commissioner of DBHIDS.

After serving as the acting commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services, David Jones officially became the agency’s permanent commissioner this week.  DBHIDS focuses on helping those affected by mental health, addiction, and other issues. You can learn more about DBHIDS’ mission and its work online.

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