Cherelle Parker

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Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council leaders share inaugural stage

A wisecracking rabbi, a tearful Council President, slam poetry from an Abbott Elementary star, a cameo by the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development: Philadelphia’s mayoral inauguration was quite a show. Much of the four-hour long program on Tuesday was taken up by traditional swearing-ins and speeches. New Mayor Cherelle Parker delivered a nearly […]

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New Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils 100-day action plan – NBC10 Philadelphia

On the same day she was sworn in, Philadelphia’s newest mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled her action plan for her first 100 days in office and will sign three executive orders related to public safety, government transparency and economic opportunities. Parker will sign the following executive orders Tuesday at 3:45 p.m. inside City Hall: Declaring a […]

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Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson takes office | #citycouncil

The mayor may be Philadelphia’s most powerful political figure, but to get almost anything significant done, he or she needs the cooperation of the person who is in close second place: the City Council president. For the first time in 12 years, that august office has a new occupant. Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson was selected by […]

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Mayor Jim Kenney shares parting message to Philadelphia on last day in office

PHILADELPHIA — Mayor Jim Kenney shared a parting message to Philadelphians on his last day in office. In the message released Sunday, Kenney called it an honor and privilege of a lifetime to serve the city. “Thank you for this significant opportunity and for all you do for Philadelphia as members of your community,” he […]

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Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker inauguration live coverage

She’s also selected a trio to lead her administration with Tiffany Thurman, a government affairs executive for a non-profit group, named chief of staff. Sincere Harris will serve as chief deputy mayor of intergovernmental affairs, sustainability and engagement, while Aren Platt will be chief deputy mayor of planning and strategic initiatives. Parker described Thurman, Harris, […]

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Cherelle Parker names public safety director, fire commissioner – NBC10 Philadelphia

Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker continued to add new members to her administration on Thursday, naming her selections for the city’s new — and first — Chief Public Safety Director as well as a new Acting Fire Commissioner. During an event at City Hall, Parker opened by naming First Deputy Fire Commissioner Craig Murphy — who […]

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Adam Thiel named next Philadelphia managing director by Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker

Adam Thiel named next Philadelphia managing director by Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker – CBS Philadelphia Watch CBS News Thiel is a familiar face to Philadelphians with years of public service to the city. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Click Here For […]

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Leaders present Cherelle Parker with “Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia” – here’s what’s in it

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Government and community leaders got together Thursday to discuss the “Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia” that will help inform Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s administration. City Council Majority Leader Curtis Jones Jr. spearheaded the plan and report after a meeting with almost 150 stakeholders at St. Joseph’s University in September. Jones presented the plan […]

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Former Mayor Goode provides insight on arena decision facing Parker | Local News

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Cherelle Parker wins 2023 Philly mayor’s race, defeating David Oh – NBC10 Philadelphia

Cherelle Parker, a Democrat with a long political history in Philadelphia, will be the city’s 100th mayor and the first woman to ever be elected to the office, NBC News projects. The 51-year-old Parker, a former city councilwoman who also served for 10 years as a state representative for northwest Philadelphia, defeated Republican David Oh, himself […]

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