Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney Announces Bid For Re-Election
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney officially declared Sunday that he will seek a second term. The 61-year-old made the announcement on Twitter.
It's been my honor to serve the people of Philadelphia -- and I'm excited to announce that I'm running for reelection!
— Jim Kenney (@JimFKenney) February 10, 2019
Philadelphia has made tremendous progress we can be proud of, but there's more work to do to ensure that all of our citizens can thrive. #TeamKenney. pic.twitter.com/K0mmO143IJ
Kenney says he is proud of the city's progress and that he wants four more years to "ensure all of our citizens can thrive."
Kenney was elected three years ago.
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At least one other Democratic candidate has announced a run.
Former city controller Alan Butkovitz will take on Mayor Kenney in the primary.