Look out for an upcoming article in our newsletter and video content. In the meantime, check out the key takeaways from the webinar below!
- Eviction Integrity Unit: Sheriff Bilal announced the creation of a new unit focused on evictions and ejectments, with plans to hire 20 additional staff as soon as funding allows.
- Streamlined Processes & Technology: New technology and improved workflows are reducing paperwork, giving deputies more time to be out in the field and less time tied to administrative tasks.
- Impact of LTO Closure: Since the Landlord Tenant Office (LTO) closed in September, the Sheriff’s Office has taken on eviction responsibilities, managing about 20 evictions per day, about two-thirds of the previous LTO workload.
- Training & Recruitment Challenges: The Sheriff discussed challenges with deputy recruitment, citing the 19-week training program and efforts to bring training closer to home to attract more candidates.
- Advocacy for Change: Sheriff Bilal urged Hapco members to lobby city and state lawmakers for changes to laws affecting landlords, and provided a direct contact for members to address specific concerns with her office: Inspector, David Fallen, at David.Fallen@phila.gov