“The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce commends Philadelphia City Council on its actions to provide additional funding for the School District of Philadelphia. Quality public education is a high policy priority for the Chamber and its members.
Council President Darrell Clarke and his members demonstrated leadership in approving revenue-producing measures that affect a broad base of taxpayers, making it a funding package of shared sacrifice among city residents, businesses and other taxpayers. City Council has again stepped up to the plate and made hard choices to provide additional funding for schools.
The Chamber continues to advocate for a more competitive business environment and lower taxes to promote growth and prosperity while acknowledging that funding Philadelphia’s schools is key to the city’s economic future.”
