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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker

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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker

@PhillyMayor

100th Mayor of the City of Philadelphia | Former 9th District City Councilmember and State Representative fighting for a safer, cleaner, greener city

Philadelphia, PA

Joined December 2015

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We recognized 47 organizations that will receive a total of nearly $2 million from our Targeted Community Investment Grant program. Through the @PhiladelphiaGov Office of Public Safety Anti-Violence Community Partnership Grants program, the city will invest a total of $25
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I’m pleased the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided that skill games are slot machines. They should not be easily accessible in neighborhoods that already face high rates of poverty, crime and violence. You only find them concentrated in our most vulnerable communities. You won’t
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Jun 15
Every Philadelphian deserves the opportunity to live in a safe community, access the support they need, and live a healthy life where recovery is possible. Located in the community it is designed to serve, the Kensington Wellness Support Center represents our best effort to
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Jun 15
You know summer has arrived in Philadelphia when it’s time for ODUNDE. It was great to see so many friendly faces along South Street today as we celebrated 51 years of one of our city’s most cherished traditions. From the music and food to the culture, community, and joy,
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Jun 14
I am a praying Mayor, Philadelphia, and I know that prayer works. I know it works because three @PhillyPolice officers were shot in the line of duty tonight, one in the face, one in the hip, one in the leg, and yet by the grace of God, all of them are in stable condition.
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Jun 13
This Summer, @PhilaParkandRec will open more than 60 outdoor public pools across the city, providing critical access to recreation and relief from extreme heat this Summer. These pools help our young people stay active, build friendships, engage in programming, and create
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Jun 12
Our One Philly, One Future $7.1 Billion FY27 Budget is now law. This budget keeps Philadelphia moving forward while making critical investments in: • Affordability • Economic mobility • Public safety • Housing • Education and
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Jun 11
The world is here, and Philadelphia is ready. We welcomed the first fans to our free @FWC26Philly Fan Festival at Lemon Hill as supporters gathered to cheer on their teams and watch Mexico take on South Africa. 🇲🇽🇿🇦 More than 15,000 fans registered for opening day, a sign of
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Jun 11
When the moment calls for leadership, you roll up your sleeves and get to work because our children are worth it. I want to thank @CouncilmemberKJ Kenyatta Johnson and every member of @PHLCouncil, Superintendent @watlington_sr and the team at @PHLschools, @PHLschoolboard and
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Jun 9
Philadelphia is clear about who we are and what we stand for. We value dignity, safety and inclusion – and that includes our LGBTQ+ community, whose members are essential to the fabric of our city. This weekend, thousands of people came together to celebrate Philadelphia’s
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Jun 6
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and memorable Pride Weekend in Philadelphia! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ As we celebrate love, diversity, and the strength of the LGBTQIA+ community, let’s continue to support one another and create spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, and respected.
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Jun 4
Let’s be clear. The rideshare tax was never about burdening Philadelphia residents. It was about making sure billion-dollar corporations pay their fair share in the city they profit from every single day. Many Philadelphians saw it firsthand during Roots Picnic weekend. Rides
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Jun 4
H.O.M.E. $2B program to build, restore and repair 30,000 housing units. Turn the Key, One Philly Mortgage, Philly First Home, BSRP! It’s ALL coming and it’s funded in this budget.
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