Philadelphia plans to spend $120 million on celebrations for the nation’s 250th anniversary, according to a new city controller report.

Included in the report from City Controller Christy Brady is $500 million previously allocated to upgrading Philadelphia International Airport. This figure is paid for by airlines that use the airport.

“Philadelphia is projected to welcome 1.5 million visitors for major events scheduled throughout the coming months. The city has allocated funds to manage the steady flow of travelers arriving from around the globe. The City of Philadelphia 2026 Director has indicated that it will be the largest concentration of visitors in the city’s history during a single period,” the city controller’s office said in a statement.

Read the full piece at WHYY: https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-semiquincentennial-celebrations-250-costs/