ADOPTED

The adopted resolution proposes an amendment to Philadelphia’s Home Rule Charter to more clearly define the responsibilities of the City Representative and the Commerce Department. It would assign the City Representative duties involving ceremonies, city marketing, public events, and related responsibilities, while the Commerce Department would focus on economic development and business growth; the proposed amendment would be submitted to Philadelphia voters.

Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to separate and further define the responsibilities of the City Representative and the Commerce Department; and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.