The city's share must be found. In short, it needs every penny it can muster. The city and former schools superintendent David Hornbeck last year went to Harrisburg to look for more money. It was not as much as the city hoped for, but Mayor John F. Street knew the increase shouldn't be sneezed at. But, over in the Council chambers, foot-dragging prevails.
Council members argue that they've been rushed on the issue.
In Harrisburg, lawmakers aren't going to wait for City Council to act. If City Council doesn't approve Philadelphia's share, state legislators won't either. Lawmakers are expected to finish up a spending plan in coming weeks. Back at City Council, there's legitimate worry over a number of issues. All good points.