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"Philadelphia's New Mayor Targets Crime and Honors MLK Legacy with Bold Initiatives"
politics-local-news2 years ago

"Philadelphia's New Mayor Targets Crime and Honors MLK Legacy with Bold Initiatives"

Cherelle Parker, Philadelphia's first female mayor, has declared a Public Safety Emergency to address the city's crime issues. She plans to hire more police officers, reintroduce 'constitutional' stop-and-frisk, and consider year-round schooling to combat juvenile delinquency. Despite a decline in violent crime, Philadelphia faces challenges with theft, drug use, and maintaining public order. Parker's initiatives aim to prepare the city for significant upcoming events, including the 250th anniversary of America's independence and co-hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

"Mayor Cherelle Parker Takes Swift Action on Public Safety in Philadelphia on Day One"
politics-local-news2 years ago

"Mayor Cherelle Parker Takes Swift Action on Public Safety in Philadelphia on Day One"

On her first day in office, Philadelphia's 100th mayor, Cherelle Parker, declared a public safety emergency and signed three executive orders aimed at addressing the city's crime issues and improving government responsiveness and economic opportunities. The orders include developing comprehensive public safety plans, making government services more accessible, and removing college degree requirements for city jobs. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, who was also sworn in, committed to tackling crime across the city. Parker has promised to deliver these plans within 100 days and to restore order and lawfulness in Philadelphia.

"Cherelle Parker Sworn In as Philadelphia's First Female Mayor, Pledges Public Safety Emergency"
politics-public-safety2 years ago

"Cherelle Parker Sworn In as Philadelphia's First Female Mayor, Pledges Public Safety Emergency"

Newly inaugurated Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has declared a public safety emergency, directing the Police Department to create a comprehensive crime reduction plan within 100 days. The plan will focus on hiring more officers, reducing violent crime, addressing quality-of-life offenses, and shutting down open-air drug markets. This marks a shift from the previous mayor's stance and is part of Parker's tough-on-crime approach, which she emphasized during her campaign. The emergency order also includes a directive for the new Police Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel to report progress in 30 days and to explore additional emergency powers with city officials.