Parents, students and teachers marked the final day of school at James Garfield Elementary.
While some attendees arrived with concerns about tax increases, many said the meeting helped clarify how the proposed changes would affect the city.
Superintendent Tony Watlington unveiled his revised, finalized plan on Monday morning via Zoom. He said the changes reflect public feedback.
Arthur Wright, a West Oak Lane homeowner, attended the packed town hall at the Madjidullah on Limekiln Pike. He said increasing property taxes is putting pressure on residents like him.
Hundreds of residents voiced frustration with the $7 billion budget proposed by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker during a neighborhood town hall held in East Falls on Tuesday night.
Accompanied by a five-year plan, officials describe this as the largest capital program in Philadelphia history.