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City Council approved the City’s FY26 budget today. Of note, there was not an increase to the Sheriff’s Office’s operating budget, despite requests for additional funding by the office. That's the smart call. Here’s why.

Our Buchholz Fellows got an inside look at The Bellwether District this week—thanks to C70 Board Member & HRP’s Amelia Chassé Alcivar! Huge thanks to the HRP team for sharing their time and vision behind this transformative project. An inspiring experience all around!

We condemn political violence and are committed to working to uphold our democracy, especially in today's deeply polarizing political climate. Search for Common Ground

Last week was Philadelphia City Council’s final stated meeting before they break for the summer. To stay up-to-date on what’s going on in Council each week when they return in September, sign up for City Hall Roll Call now and stay connected to C70. broadandmarket.substack.com

Your voice matters in the courtroom. Jury duty isn’t just an obligation - it’s a chance to shape justice in your community. Stand up. Show up. Serve. Learn more: seventy.org/jury-service-i…. Ceiba Philadelphia PA for Modern Courts

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865—the day the last enslaved people in Galveston, TX learned they were free. We honor this long-overdue moment as a symbol of true emancipation and a reminder that the fight for justice and equity continues.

Did you know we recently released our 2024 Impact Report? It’s like a yearbook for democracy, except instead of awkward superlatives, we’ve got voter education, election support, and civic action galore. Check it out here: seventy.org/our-impact-2.

The City budget isn’t just dollars and cents, it’s a reflection of what Philly values. And now that the $6.8 billion FY26 budget is final, we’re digging into the details during a virtual event on Thursday, 7/10 at 5:30PM. Learn more and register here: seventy.org/attend-an-even….

📢 Big news: Our How Philly Works Guide is now available in Spanish and Chinese (with French on the way)! With support from The Welcoming Center and Every Voice, Every Vote, we’re helping more neighbors advocate for what they care about. Check out the guides here: seventy.org/how-philly-wor….

Statement from the Committee of Seventy on the nomination of Emil V. Bove to the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

As we hit the mid-year mark, we’re excited to introduce the incredible new members of our Board of Directors! Their leadership and expertise will be key to advancing our mission: strengthening democracy and civic life in PA. Meet the full board: seventy.org/staff-board

Proud to share the impact of our youth civics programs from the 2024-2025 school year! Thanks to the dedicated educators, partners & young leaders that helped us empower the next generation to engage in democracy. More about our Youth Civics programming: seventy.org/youth-civics.

Everyone deserves a fair trial – and that starts with showing up. C70’s Lauren Cristella spoke with iHeartMedia’s Loraine Ballard Morrill about why jury service matters. Listen here: ow.ly/Jnpe50WjojK. And learn more here: ow.ly/zuJN50WjojO.

If you’re catching up on why City worker contracts are in the news – and how it ties into the FY26 budget – our How Philly Works Guide can help. Check out the guide: ow.ly/bjPs50WjYMO. And then join us on 7/10 to unpack the FY26 budget: ow.ly/Oy0H50WjYMN.

This Independence Day, we recognize not just the birth of a nation, but the ongoing work of democracy. As we celebrate with friends, family and fireworks, remember to stay engaged, stay informed, and stay safe.