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Transmitting a message as follows: February 8, 2001 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA I am pleased to advise you that today, February 8, 2001, I signed Bill No. 000180 that was passed by Council at its session on January 23, 2001. I support this Bill and sign it with the understanding that this legislation is not a panacea. This Bill alone cannot and does not address the complex issue of securing quality employment opportunities for low-income Philadelphians. Our City has enjoyed a thriving economy over the past several years and has brought a new energy to Philadelphia; however, it is our responsibility to ensure that our City's recent success is enjoyed by all of Philadelphia's residents, not just some. I look forward to working with the Council President and all of the members of Council to create the programs necessary to ensure that all of Philadelphia's residents share in the economic opportunities created by our City's recen...

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This communication, placed on file, reports that Mayor John F. Street signed Bill No. 000180 on February 8, 2001, and expresses his support for it. The message says the legislation by itself would not resolve the challenge of providing quality employment opportunities for low-income Philadelphians and calls for additional programs so all residents can share in the city’s economic opportunities.

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February 20, 2001
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Transmitting a message as follows:

February 8, 2001

TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA

I am pleased to advise you that today, February 8, 2001, I signed Bill No. 000180 that was passed by Council at its session on January 23, 2001.

I support this Bill and sign it with the understanding that this legislation is not a panacea. This Bill alone cannot and does not address the complex issue of securing quality employment opportunities for low-income Philadelphians. Our City has enjoyed a thriving economy over the past several years and has brought a new energy to Philadelphia; however, it is our responsibility to ensure that our City's recent success is enjoyed by

all

of Philadelphia's residents, not just some.

I look forward to working with the Council President and all of the members of Council to create the programs necessary to ensure that all of Philadelphia's residents share in the economic opportunities created by our City's recent success.

Respectfully submitted.

John F. Street

Mayor, City of Philadelphia

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