From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Cherelle Parker made an impact.
Cherelle Parker is an American politician who made history by becoming the 100th mayor of Philadelphia in 2024. Notably, she is the first woman to hold this prominent office. Her election marks a significant moment for the city and represents a shift in its political landscape. As mayor, Parker is responsible for leading the city government, addressing the needs of its residents, and shaping its future direction.
1995: Returned to Tasco's office
In 1995, after briefly working as a high school English teacher, Cherelle Parker returned to Marian Tasco's office where she held various roles for a decade.
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2005: Elected to Pennsylvania House of Representatives
In 2005, Cherelle Parker was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 200th district in Northwest Philadelphia.
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2012: Supported Act 75
In 2012, as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Cherelle Parker supported Act 75, which amended state law to allow expert testimony in sexual assault cases.
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2015: Joined Philadelphia City Council
In 2015, Cherelle Parker joined the Philadelphia City Council after Tasco retired, where she spearheaded the "Philly First Home" program.
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2015: Elected to Philadelphia City Council
In 2015, Cherelle Parker was elected to represent the ninth district on the Philadelphia City Council.
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2019: Re-elected to Philadelphia City Council
In 2019, Cherelle Parker was re-elected to represent the ninth district on the Philadelphia City Council.
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January 2020: Became majority leader
In January 2020, Cherelle Parker became the majority leader for Democrats on the Philadelphia City Council, defeating Bobby Henon.
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2020: Became Majority Leader on Philadelphia City Council
In 2020, Cherelle Parker became the majority leader on the Philadelphia City Council.
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September 7, 2022: Resigned from City Council
On September 7, 2022, Cherelle Parker resigned from the Philadelphia City Council to pursue her candidacy for Mayor in the 2023 election.
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September 2022: Resigned from City Council and Announced Mayoral Candidacy
In September 2022, Cherelle Parker resigned from her position on the City Council to announce her candidacy for the 2023 Philadelphia mayoral election.
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2022: End of term as majority leader
In 2022, Cherelle Parker's time as majority leader on the Philadelphia City Council came to an end.
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May 2023: Won Democratic Primary
In May 2023, Cherelle Parker won the Democratic primary in the Philadelphia mayoral election.
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May 16, 2023: Won Democratic Primary
On May 16, 2023, Cherelle Parker won the Democratic primary for the Philadelphia mayoral election with 32.6% of the vote.
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January 1, 2024: Start of Mayoral Term
On January 1, 2024, Cherelle Parker's term as mayor of Philadelphia began, although she was not formally sworn in until January 2.
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2024: Became Mayor of Philadelphia
In 2024, Cherelle Parker assumed office as the 100th mayor of Philadelphia, making her the first woman to hold this position.
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2025: Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025
In 2025, Parker released a budget proposal for fiscal year 2024-2025 that included increased police funding, city cleaning, and an increase in the School District of Philadelphia's share of the real estate tax.
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