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James Francis Kenney (born August 7, 1958) is an American politician who served as the 99th mayor of Philadelphia from 2016 to 2024. Kenney was first elected on November 3, 2015, defeating his Republican rival Melissa Murray Bailey after winning the crowded Democratic primary contest by a landslide on May 19.
Dec 31, 2023 · Jim Kenney, who served as Philadelphia's 99th mayor from 2016 to 2023, thanked the city and its residents for the honor and privilege of his tenure. He praised the city's resilience, progress, and workforce, and welcomed Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker to the office.
Dec 27, 2023 · Learn about the achievements and initiatives of Mayor Jim Kenney, who led Philadelphia from 2016 to 2023. Find posts, press releases, and leadership information on the official city website.
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Dec 4, 2023 · Mayor Jim Kenney wants to be remembered as ‘someone who cared’ — even if he didn’t always seem like it. Kenney admits the pandemic and upheavals of his second term have changed him and have had profound impact on his mental and physical health. But he told The Inquirer he's not sorry he did the job.
Dec 6, 2023 · Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney looked back on his two terms in office during an extended interview on WHYY’s “Studio 2.”. Kenney spoke of the highlights of his time in office, including how he used a tax on sugary drinks to help fix libraries and playgrounds and expand access to Pre-K in the city.
Cherelle Parker is the 100th and first woman mayor of Philadelphia, elected in 2024. She is a former public school teacher, state legislator, and City Council member, and has a 100-day action plan for public safety, clean and green, housing, economic opportunity, education, and more.
Jim Kenney ends his eight years leading Philadelphia by looking back at his accomplishments and thanking Philadelphians "for the incredible honor of being your mayor." In an open letter, the...
