MUNI-PHILADELPHIA COUNTYlocal legislationPLACED ON FILE

Appointment of William Snyder, Jr. to the Philadelphia Housing Authority Board

Original title: April 01, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Approving the appointment of William Snyder, Jr., as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the Philadelphia Housing Authority. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

April 9, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This appointment determines the leadership composition of the Philadelphia Housing Authority, which oversees public housing services and policy for the city.

Who is mentioned in the record

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William Snyder, Jr.

He is the subject of the appointment resolution.

Philadelphia Housing Authority residents

They are served by the agency governed by the Board of Commissioners to which the appointee is being named.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 9, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has submitted a to the Philadelphia City Council to appoint William Snyder, Jr. as a member of the for the Philadelphia Housing Authority.

Key Facts

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker formally requested the appointment of William Snyder, Jr. to the Philadelphia Housing Authority Board of Commissioners.
The resolution is filed under number 260289.
The document was introduced to the City Council on April 9, 2026.
The resolution requires City Council approval to finalize the appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of the Philadelphia Housing Authority Board of Commissioners?

The is the governing body of the Philadelphia Housing Authority, responsible for overseeing its operations and policy decisions.

Is William Snyder, Jr. already on the board?

No, this is a request for his appointment, which requires approval by the City Council.

Why It Matters

This appointment determines the leadership composition of the Philadelphia Housing Authority, which oversees public housing services and policy for the city.

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Board Composition Change

The document initiates a change in the leadership structure of the Philadelphia Housing Authority via a new board appointment.

William Snyder, Jr.Philadelphia Housing Authority

Connected Entities

personCherelle L. Parker“Mayor of Philadelphia who submitted the resolution.”Map →

organizationCity Council of the City of Philadelphia“The legislative body responsible for reviewing and approving the appointment.”Map →

personWilliam Snyder, Jr.“Proposed appointee to the Board of Commissioners of the Philadelphia Housing Aut”Map →

organizationPhiladelphia Housing Authority“The municipal agency responsible for public housing, whose board is being update”Map →

Sources

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