Which document serves as the basic “constitution” for how Philadelphia’s city government is organized and run?
Which body is the law‑making branch of city government?
Which body controls the budget?
Philly's charter guarantees minority party representation on City Council. In this Democrat-majority city, how many councilmembers are Republican?
A mayoral term is 4 years. Are there any term limit restrictions?
Was John Street the first African American mayor of Philadelphia?
Cherelle Parker is the first Black female mayor of Philly. Was there a female mayor before her?
Who was Philadelphia’s first woman to serve in a citywide elected office?
Philly politicians have often complained that they are unnecessarily restrained by the “resign to run” law. What does that rule require?
What does the Working Families Party platform include?
The District Attorney's Office is responsible for prosecuting most criminal cases in Philadelphia. How many do they prosecute in a typical year?
Who currently serves as President of Philadelphia City Council?
Jamie Gauthier represents the 3rd District. What neighborhoods does that district include?
Parts of South Philadelphia, Southwest Philadelphia, and Center City, including Point Breeze and Navy Yard area
West and Southwest Philly neighborhoods including parts of University City, Cobbs Creek, and surrounding areas
North and Lower North Philly areas including parts of Center City north, Strawberry Mansion, and surrounding neighborhoods).
Northeast river wards including Tacony, Holmesburg, Mayfair, and nearby areas
None
Which neighborhood is not part of the 1st District, represented by Mark Squilla?
Which neighborhood is not part of the 8th District, represented by Cindy Bass?
Who was Mayor of Philadelphia immediately prior to Cherelle Parker?
Which city department is mainly responsible for maintaining and operating Philadelphia’s parks, playgrounds, and many recreation centers?
If you wanted to get a new local law passed in Philly, which official or body would typically have to introduce the bill first?
Which entity manages the overall structure of city operating departments and acts like the city’s “chief operating officer”?
Which of these IS NOT part of the Philadelphia Municipal Court system?
You’re confused about a new citywide trash schedule change and want official details. Where should you go first online?
The City Council includes 17 members. Some represent a district in the city and others are at-large members serving the city more broadly. How many at-large members are there?
Which official usually represents the city government in legal matters, like lawsuits against the city?
The City Controller’s main job is to:
Which department collects most city taxes and water bill payments in Philadelphia?
In Philly, who is primarily responsible for negotiating and signing off on most city contracts?
