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Working to improve the City of Philadelphia’s economic competitiveness
The Chamber builds productive relationships with Philadelphia’s policy makers and other elected and appointed officials in an effort to advocate for business-friendly practices that will drive economic growth and job creation in the City. We do this by convening our members around topics key to growth across the city and by acting as the voice of the business community at City Hall.
News & Perspectives
Transforming Philadelphia’s Neighborhoods
The Chamber's Roadmap for Growth Action Team hosted a conference on November 6, where we learned how to collaborate across industries to uplift communities.
Testimony: The Chamber advocates for sound workplace legislation
COMMITTEE ON LAW AND GOVERNMENT
PHILADELPHIA CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
City Hall, 1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19107
Testimony submitted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia on Bill 180649
According to a recent survey of service sector workers in Philadelphia, 92% within the food service, […]
Member Perspective: Lynn Ozer
Lynn Ozer (President, SBA Lending Division Officer, Fulton Bank) encourages businesses to work together to uplift every neighborhood in Philadelphia.
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Our long-standing and productive relationships with the Mayor’s Office and Philadelphia’s City Council allow us to voice the perspective and needs of our members and the city’s business community while working to prevent unintended consequences to onerous legislation. The Chamber also hosts annual events such as the Mayoral Luncheon and receptions with City Council and the Mayor’s Cabinet that provide Chamber members with access to City officials.
LOCAL LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
Members monitor and evaluate proposed legislation in Philadelphia City Council and develop the business community’s position on initiatives that affect the private sector, such as taxes and business costs.
POLICY PAPERS, RESEARCH AND TESTIMONY
We advocate on a range of issues that enhance our city’s business climate and provide decision-making and policy-shaping information through careful and thoughtful research. The Civic Affairs Team makes itself and our members available to give testimony during legislative hearings as the voice of the business community on issues pertinent to member companies and the city’s future.
Roadmap for Growth Action Team
The Roadmap for Growth Action Team (Roadmap) is a group of 180+ Chamber members and partners united to engage with a broad range of civic and neighborhood organizations in the development and execution of policies and initiatives that enhance the economy, encourage civic engagement and support an efficient and impactful government in order to lift and improve Philadelphia’s economic and civic life.
Local Advocacy Policy Initiatives
The Chamber supports public policy that encourages the growth and prosperity of the City of Philadelphia and our region. Our Civic Affairs Team is actively working to lead and generate support for the following initiatives:
- Work with the Kenney Administration, City Council, and members of the business community on the Special Commission for Regulatory Reform and Review. This commission was formed to repeal burdensome regulations impacting businesses from the Philadelphia Code.
- Engage the business community and civic partners in the Roadmap for Growth Action Team to support actions around neighborhood economic growth, education and vulnerable populations in the city of Philadelphia.
- Advocate for the continued reduction to City wage and business taxes to create a more competitive environment for retaining and attracting businesses.
Thursdays at City Hall
Every Thursday, when City Council is in session, the Chamber convenes representatives from our member companies for a weekly gathering at City Hall. Members join the Chamber’s Civic Affairs team to be introduced to City Council representatives, see a City Council Session in progress, and represent the business community in conversations that promote job creation and economic growth. This is an effort by the Chamber to acclimate members to Council proceedings and monitor legislation relevant to the business community. All Chamber members are welcome to attend, please contact Darrell Davis for additional information: ddavis@chamberphl.com or 215-790-3776.
Latest Tweets
#PhillyRoadmap Conference addresses stimulating economic growth in Philadelphia's neighborhoods https://t.co/ouG9nXA3vy via @PhillyTrib
This past Nov. 6, our Roadmap for Growth Action Team hosted the With Growth & Prosperity for All conference. Among the topics was the use of Opportunity Zones as a way to maximize & incentivize investment. Read the findings: https://t.co/NyLAxsKGJk #PhillyRoadmap
Locally-owned businesses transform communities, according to @FultonBank’s Lynn Ozer. Read more on @FultonBank’s efforts to help residents develop customized action plans that stimulate economic growth in #GreaterPHL communities: https://t.co/9JeNxZnyY1 #PhillyRoadmap
“When people understand how the financial system works, they are empowered to take control of their own financial destiny.” Lynn Ozer of @FultonBank discusses financial literacy as a means to empower our communities. Read more here: https://t.co/9JeNxZnyY1 #PhillyRoadmap
Research, Resources & Publications
[Infographic] Roadmap for Growth:A Vision for the City of Philadelphia
Roadmap for Growth: A Shared Agenda for the City to Promote Economic Growth and Job Creation
Roadmap for Growth: Recommendations to Promote Economic Growth and Job Creation in the City of Philadelphia 2015-2020
