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In 2026, Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, will mark a pivotal milestone—the 250th anniversary of the United States. Join us at our summit designed to celebrate American democracy while facilitating a necessary dialogue about strengthening it for the future. This summit will offer an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with a diverse range of leaders—policymakers, educators, activists, futurists, and engaged citizens—who will address current challenges and work toward actionable solutions for building a more inclusive democracy.

Competing "Streeteries" legislation introduced

Better Government Advocates Press Need to Reform City Commissioners Office

Council pays tribute to "Philadelphia treasure" and "barrier breaker," Dr. Emma C. Chappell

C70 President & CEO, Lauren Cristella, thanked Chairman Bizzarro and members of the Committee, for the opportunity to discuss how we can all work together to improve civic education and increase civic participation in Pennsylvania.

Public Safety Committee Advances Driving Equality Bill to Full Body

Unprecedented collaboration among various stakeholders and an extraordinary increase in resources were necessary to make the 2020 elections successful. The City Commissioners and their staff will need the support of city and state officials, civic and community leaders, and businesses throughout Philadelphia again this year to ensure safe, secure, and accessible elections.

Demolition moratorium proposed in South Philadelphia

by David Thornburgh, President and CEO, Committee of Seventy | Philadelphia City Council, Committee on Legislative Oversight

Preparing Philadelphia for the November 2020 Election | City Council Legislative Oversight Committee