Councilmember At-Large (Minority Whip)· 2024-01-02–2028-01-03
Nicolas O'Rourke
Philadelphia
About
Nicolas O'Rourke's platform centers heavily on economic justice, making Philadelphia more affordable for working-class residents, and addressing the rising cost of living through progressive policy proposals. Running as a Working Families Party candidate, his campaign emphasized championing the needs of everyday workers over entrenched political interests.
Campaign promises (2)
- transparencyNicolas O'Rourke campaigned to make Philadelphia more affordable for working-class residents and tackle the rising cost of living.
- infrastructureHe proposed an affordability package aimed at addressing economic pressures faced by residents in Philadelphia.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 5
- Total speaking time
- 2:17
- Avg per meeting
- 0:27
- Segments
- 30
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Top issues during term (5)(Parks Rec)
Center City park land acquisition and Love Park concession
Acquisition costs and concession revenue terms are not detailed in the agenda.
Academy of Natural Sciences closure
Unknown; the institution faces financial issues Council hopes to help address.
Creative Philadelphia charter amendment
Creates a new city office whose budget will be set in future budget cycles.
FDR Park lease to Fairmount Park Conservancy
The Conservancy would operate and maintain leased park facilities; critics say no revenue sharing or public benefits are required.
Joyce Hill Way street renaming
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while O'Rourke was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Parks Rec.
Voting record (0)(Parks Rec)
No votes found matching Parks Rec.