KENYATTA JOHNSON’S SECOND DISTRICT AGENDA
From the Center City high rises to the row homes of South Philly to the energy of the Navy Yard and all the places in between, the Second District is the most dynamic place in the city.
As its representative, Councilman Kenyatta Johnson has worked to make sure there’s a balance between creating an open, welcoming environment for new residents and providing security for long-time residents.
He’s done it by making sure every person in the district has a voice in the future of the neighborhood in which they live.
That’s Kenyatta’s commitment to you and to your friends, family, and neighbors.
Prevent Gun Violence
After his cousin was murdered in 1998, Kenyatta was compelled to get involved – so no other family would have to go through what his did. Since then, he has worked to end gun violence in Philadelphia, founding and co-chairing the City Council’s Special Committee on Gun Violence. Kenyatta will continue to fight to lower gun violence in the city with a particular focus on ensuring our children have engaging extracurricular opportunities to prevent them from picking up a gun in the first place.
Keep Property Taxes Down
For longtime residents of the Second District, increasing property taxes are cause for concern. Property assessments that more than triple the value of a home can make the taxes impossible to afford. That’s why Kenyatta has taken the lead on the expansion of LOOP (Longtime Owner Occupants Program) so that more longtime residents are eligible property tax relief for a longer period of time.
Revitalize Community Spaces
Kenyatta believes that kids and families in every part of the city should have access to safe places to play, get together, and build community. He’s secured investments to renovate the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center in Southwest Philadelphia, the Vare Recreation Center in Gray’s Ferry, and the Chew Playground on Washington Ave. Kenyatta will continue to seek funding to expand access to community centers, parks, and playgrounds for families across the Second District.
Make Pre-K Available to All
As the father of two young boys, Kenyatta understands the importance of quality early childhood learning and development. Investing in pre-K improves the K-12 system, increases graduation rates, reduces juvenile crime rates, and improves the city’s workforce. That’s why Kenyatta supported the sweetened beverage tax which is generating revenue to expand access to quality pre-K for more families.